Archive for March, 2008
New Open Skies Agreement Changes Everything – Maybe Even Prices!
This week a new Open Skies Agreement between airlines of the United States and Europe goes into effect. So what, you say….why should I care? Well I believe this will change the entire face of global travel in the coming years. The new agreement (which was 6 years in the making) allows airlines to fly [...]
Become an American Idol at Disney World
Beginning in late 2008, all you closet American Idol wannabes can get your big break at Disney World in Florida. Ever the cutting edge purveyor of entertainment, Disney World is hard at work developing a “Disney Hollywood Studios” theme park. The main attraction will be the opportunity to strut your stuff in an American Idol [...]
A Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb for Scardy Cats
The idea of doing a Sydney Harbour Bridge climb is compelling – an adventure of a lifetime. Can’t you just picture yourself perched at the apex, arms stretched above your head waiving in triumph, with dramatic bay views extending out before you in all directions. The only elements I don’t care to think about is [...]
All Upper Class Airline Seats Are Not Created Equal
We’ve found a terrific site for comparing airline’s upper class seats, so you can see in advance exactly what kind of luxury or torture you’re buying in into. FlatSeat.com will help you be a smart, and comfortable, flier. What is it that would entice you to pay three times (or more) as much for an [...]
Holland Tourism Guides
I think most people in the USA are just a bit confused about what county calls Amsterdam it’s capital city. Is it Holland or The Netherlands? And why are the citizens there call the Dutch? Three different names, one wonderful region. For the record, Holland represents two of the 12 provinces of The Netherlands. The [...]
Personally Picked, Welcoming Accommodations
Nothing against mainstream hotel chains, but the more I travel, the more I seek out memorable accommodations that have distinctive personalities and offer the opportunity to interact with the local community and/or other travelers. Alastair Sawday, one of Britain’s prominent travel writers has a wonderful website that is perfect for finding hotels, bed and breakfasts, [...]
Meet a Seahorse Up Close and Personal in Hawaii
A visit to Hawaii promises exciting exposure to new flora and fauna both on the land and in the waters. On the big island of Hawaii visitors often trek north to spend the day at historic Parker Ranch to see the famed Paniolo Cowboys of Hawaii. But that’s not the only ranch to corral horses [...]
How To Get a Gate Pass at the Airport
The days are long over when you could walk to the departure gate with your loved one to wave goodbye as they boarded the plane. There are circumstances however when it is vital to accompany a family member to the gate and see them safely on board the aircraft. Here are the steps necessary to [...]
6 Reasons Quebec City is a Great Deal This Summer
Visiting the old world charm of Quebec City is always a treat, but this year it gets even better. This grand walled city has proudly graced the banks of the St. Lawrence River for four centuries – Yes, that’s 400 years since Samuel de Champlain established the first permanent French settlement in North America. In [...]
Where The Heck Is Cameroon?
I was thinking somewhere in Southeast Asia, but alas I was very wrong, it’s located on the arch of the western gulf on the African continent. So how’s your knowledge of world geography? We’ve found a fun and addicting way to put your world knowledge and reflexes to the test. Play the Traveler IQ Challenge [...]
