Archive for January, 2008
Sip Champagne In Buckingham Palace!
Normally the gates of Buckingham Palace are closed tight to sightseers, leaving us to gape at red clad guards and wonder just what goes on behind that magnificent gateway. For the first time ever during March and April, a limited number of visitors will have the chance to step through the iron barriers and enter [...]
Get A Super High in Vegas
Oh man, talk about flying high, thanks to the folks at Zero-G you can fly weightless in space above the glittering lights of Las Vegas. Put this one on your Bucket List! Every kid since the 50′s has dreamed of bouncing around weightless doing somersaults, flips and chasing bubbles of water. Hooked by films of [...]
Rental Cars Get Transponders
No more squinting at road signs trying to figure out how much the upcoming toll is – and no more digging for change while driving – toll transponders have finally come to the world of rental cars. Three major car rental agencies now give you an option to have your rental vehicle transponder equipped: Avis, [...]
Best Travel Planning Guides For Canada
Stretching for over 3,000 miles coast to coast, from the Atlantic Maritimes, to the soaring pacific mountain ranges, the five (whoops, make that 10!) Canadian provinces deliver dramatic beauty and friendly welcomes. With so much to see and do, you’ll be back to Canada more than once! Begin your travel planning by visiting the Canada [...]
Tourism Guides For Australia
The continent of Australia is about the size of the United States. Planning a trip Down Under requires lots of research and difficult decision making to choose between dynamic cities, unique environments and compelling sites. Begin your research with a visit to the official Australia Tourism sites: Australia.com New South Wales – Sydney Victoria – [...]
New Auto Guide For National Parks
Heading for a National Park tour this summer? Don’t go without a Gaper Guide! These portable guides have just been introduced for Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. The GPS enabled tour guide sits comfortably on your vehicle’s dashboard. As the GPS unit identifies where you are, it points out interesting facts, local history and [...]
Calling All Brides – Castle Hop Like Royalty in Ireland
You’re planning a wedding and dressing like a princess, so why not honeymoon like royalty as well! The folks at Sceptre Tours are offering customizable honeymoon itineraries throughout Ireland that include stays in one or more glorious countryside castles. Dubbed the “Emerald Castle Package”, the 7 day vacations can be tailored to a variety of [...]
Travel Safely With Food Allergies – Travel Alert Cards
According to the International Food Information Council, approximately 11 million Americans have life threatening food allergies (Shellfish, Nuts, Eggs, etc.) . A far greater number have food sensitivities and in tolerances (Lactose, Gluten, MSG, etc). And even more of us have dietary restrictions (salt free, sugar free, etc.) If you or a member of your [...]
6 Reasons Everyone is Heading to Buenos Aires
1) The city sizzles! It’s a fun, sophisticated city, often called the Paris of South America 2) Prices are low, Low, LOW – The US dollar is still king 3) Temperatures are hot, Hot, HOT – 80′s all winter! 4) Shopping is divine – supple leathers being the greatest bargain 5) Dining is superb [...]
Family Emergency and Bereavement Airfares – Where To Find Them
Family medical emergency and bereavement fares have become harder to find in the past year as some airlines have eliminated them altogether. The excuse is that competition among airlines has brought prices down to the point that they just can’t afford to reduce them any further – yeah right! We all know that last minute [...]
