From the monthly archives:

November 2007

Secluded St. Barths

November 30, 2007
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With more and more Caribbean islands building large airports to accommodate jets from the United States and abroad and bigger and bigger cruise ship facilities, one island remains unspoiled. That island is St. Barthelemy, affectionately called St. Barths, a French island with Swedish roots located just southeast of St. Martin/Saint Maarten. St. Barths stands out [...]

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If the airline loses your luggage anyway…

November 30, 2007

What happens if you’ve done all you can to help prevent the airlines losing your luggage, but your bags still turn up missing? Here are some tips to get what you are entitled to as well as speed up the process of getting your luggage back to you.
Report the bag missing. As soon as your [...]

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How to avoid lost luggage

November 29, 2007

According to the US Department of Transportation, approximately 98 percent of delayed luggage reaches its owner within a few hours. Still, over one million pieces of luggage were lost, delayed, or damaged in just May and June of 2007. If you’ve ever had your luggage lost en route, you know had it can [...]

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How to B&B

November 29, 2007

Bed and Breakfasts are growing in popularity and more people are deciding to give this vacation option a go. If you’ve decided to spend your vacation in a Bed and Breakfast, here are some general rules and guidelines to help make your stay more enjoyable.

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See the Real Australia at Uluru – Ayers Rock

November 28, 2007
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Keen on a truly Australian travel experience? There are only so many kangaroos or koalas you need to see, and then you’ve got to get into the outback to see some of the real Australia. Right in the middle of the country is Uluru–also known as Ayers Rock–a massive monolith that sticks up right in [...]

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Keep travel expenses low

November 27, 2007

If you’re a small business owner, travel expenses can be a heavy burden. Try the following tips to minimize costs.

Fly for less. Purchase your tickets as far in advance as you can or switch to a low fare carrier.
Sleep for less. Never pay the asking price for a hotel room. If you can’t find a [...]

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at DisneyWorld

November 27, 2007
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There is no bad time to take the kids to DisneyWorld. But there are times that are better than others and Christmas is one of them. You get to enjoy the special events that are available at the park during this time of year. You get to take advantage of special price deals that are [...]

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Stay fresh while traveling

November 26, 2007

When you are traveling often, you need to stay looking good and feeling fresh. Successful Style & Image, a company that specializes in image building, has created men’s and women’s refresher kitspackaged with everything you need to always look terrific.
These refresher kits are practical to use on the plane, or in the car [...]

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Treasure Island Las Vegas

November 26, 2007

If you traveled to Vegas in the last several years, then surely you’ve seen the captivating swash buckling pirate show in front of the Treasure Island Hotel. In keeping with the “sin city” theme, the Treasure Island Hotel has upped the ante and incorporated some lusty ladies known as the Sirens into the show. Somehow [...]

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Hot spot for business travelers to Vietnam

November 25, 2007

Doing business in Vietnam? Consider booking a room at the Sheraton Hanoi hotel, voted “Vietnam’s Leading Business Hotel” in the World Travel Awards for 2007. The hotel was also praised as a good location for holding conventions.
With it location on the shore of West Lake, the hotel offers guests a sense of tranquility [...]

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You won’t run out of things to do in Berlin

November 25, 2007

There are plenty of good reasons to visit Berlin: 175 museums and 400 galleries, or the 1,500 unique events held every day to welcome travelers. If you can’t find something you want to do in Berlin, you’re just not looking hard enough.
Berlin is a relatively cheap city, compared to other European capitals, and [...]

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Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan

November 25, 2007

Alaska Airlines serves 55 destinations between the US, Canada, and Mexico and offers competitive pricing in many of the popular markets especially on the West Coast.
The Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan rewards you with 500 bonus miles at signup. With your Mileage Plan account, your preferences are stored, which saves you time and it allows you [...]

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Before you travel, pack a sandwich

November 24, 2007

There are few things worse than waiting in an airport on a stomach so empty that you begin to daydream wistfully of airplane food. That’s why it’s important to think ahead and pack some travel comfort food to accompany you on your journey.
One of the easiest, most versatile, and tastiest treats to make ahead is [...]

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The world’s best public transportation systems

November 23, 2007

A recent TripAdvisor poll asked tourists to pick the world’s public transportation system. While I was thinking that the perfectly punctual Japanese railways might be near the top, it turns out that London is the city with the best public transport, at least according to the impressions of thousands of tourists.
London was also voted to [...]

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MGM Grand Las Vegas

November 22, 2007
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In the city that never seems to sleep, you’re still going to need a soft pillow to lay your head on. The 30-floor MGM Grand Las Vegas, is just the place.

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Tips for women traveling alone

November 21, 2007

It’s estimated that women now constitute nearly half of all the business travelers in America.  Here are a few basic tips for women traveling alone on business.
Never tell anyone you are traveling alone: If you meet someone on the airplane, at the hotel or in a business meeting, never say you are traveling alone. If [...]

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Tunisia: An alternative African destination

November 21, 2007

While many Europeans know the northern African country of Tunisia as a great place for beach holidays, the wealth of culture and history to be explored here is less well known. Tunisia is a safe nation to visit; it’s small and easy to get around; and it’s full of an incredible variety of places to [...]

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Preparing for life on the road

November 21, 2007

A new job with travel benefits sounds exciting at first, until that first trip rolls around. Suddenly business travel isn’t so exciting and fun, it becomes stressful and demanding. To make your business trips a little more predictable and easier there are a few packing tricks you can use to help you establish a comfortable [...]

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Blood clot risks for travelers

November 20, 2007

Everybody knows these days that when you fly, you increase the risk of getting a thrombosis, or blood clot in your veins. The combination of inactivity and being dehydrated mean that the risk of getting a DVT–deep vein thrombosis, usually in the leg– increase if you fly.
Researchers in the Netherlands have released [...]

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Bellagio Las Vegas

November 20, 2007

Las Vegas is a gamble, you can win the jackpot or you lose the shirt off your back. To get the most gambling out of your hard earned cash you’ll want to explore free entertainment options and the Bellagio is loaded with inexpensive options.
The Bellagio hosts what is probably Las Vegas’s most popular free [...]

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Travel News Recap November 19th 2007

November 19, 2007

U.S. to free up skies for holiday – USATODAY.com
The White House on Thursday announced a raft of new measures designed to minimize airport delays during the busy Thanksgiving holiday and toughen penalties when airlines bump passengers or operate chronically delayed flights.
Top 10 Thanksgiving destinations – Seasonal- msnbc.com
We’ve come up with a [...]

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MOMA

November 19, 2007

One of the most famous art galleries in the world is New York’s MOMA, the Museum of Modern Art. Centrally located on 53rd Street between Fifth and Sixth, you’re bound to pass by it on your way around the city. And it’d be criminal not to stop in to explore the art inside.
The permanent collection [...]

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Etiquette for business travel

November 18, 2007

You’re traveling with co-workers–or the boss–and you’re not quite sure what rules apply. On the one hand, you’re out of the office on something like a vacation and you think that the etiquette might be relaxed a bit. On the other hand, you don’t want your co-workers remembering you as that guy who got hungover [...]

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Aer Lingus Gold Circle Club

November 18, 2007

If you’re a frequent traveler on Aer Lingus airlines, consider joining the Gold Circle Club.
Sign up online and when you accumulate 2,400 points within a 12 month period you’ll qualify for Gold Circle Club membership. If you earn 4,800 points within a 12-month period, you become eligible for Prestige status. Garnering 8,400 points will entitle [...]

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Stay connected while traveling

November 17, 2007

When you are traveling for business, it’s very important to be able to log onto the Internet and stay connected with clients, co-workers and associates. Here are some quick tips to help you stay connected while traveling.
Print out a list before leaving
You never know what’s going to happen during your travels that may deter you [...]

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Mirage Hotel Las Vegas

November 16, 2007
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If you have ever driven to Las Vegas, you know that the city itself appears out of nowhere as a mirage. You’re driving through the desert, with nothing but land and cactus around you, and suddenly you catch a glimpse of a vibrant, sparkling city of lights. Upon arrival, you discover (of course) that it [...]

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New York, New York in Las Vegas

November 15, 2007

Las Vegas’ New York-New York Hotel and Casino brings a little bit of the “Big Apple” to the desert.
Opened in 1997, New York-New York features more than 2,000 guest rooms and suites and over 84,000-square feet of gaming space. In addition, the outside of the hotel, which is created to resemble a variety of [...]

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Paris, Las Vegas!

November 14, 2007
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Anyone who has ever seen a clip of the wonderful Las Vegas strip could not have failed to have seen the Eiffel Tower, but why would it be there? This is the world-famous Paris Hotel and for an American a stay here is like going to Paris–but without the jet lag and bad currency conversion [...]

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Experience the Luxor, Las Vegas

November 13, 2007

Why travel all the way to Egypt when you can see the Sphinx and a pyramid at the Luxor in Las Vegas? In fact, it’s even better than heading to its namesake, the town of Luxor in Egypt, because they don’t actually have any pyramids there.
JStaying at the Luxor is a real experience. The hotel [...]

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The 3-1-1 of air travel

November 12, 2007

Frequent business travelers have airport security down to a science, but for people who only make the occasional trip, the Transportation Security Administration has published its 3-1-1 tips to help you understand the current security process.
Three stands for how many ounces of a liquid or gel you can bring on board. Transfer your liquids or [...]

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