From the monthly archives:

January 2008

Orlando’s Gatorland

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Sure, Orlando’s major theme parks are fun, but when in Central Florida, make sure to allow time to visit some of the lesser-known attractions in the area, such as . This 110-acre wildlife preserve is located midway between Orlando and Kissimmee and features thousands of alligators and crocodiles as well as other animal and plant [...]

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India is home to the world’s best hotel

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If someone asked you where the world’s best hotel was located, what would you say? If you were one of the people who participated in Travel and Leisure’s annual poll on the topic, you might have said Udaipur, India. The hotel that made the number one spot on 2007’s list of the world’s top 500 [...]

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There’s plenty to eat at CityWalk Orlando

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You won’t be lacking for things to do when you plan to spend a day (or more) at Universal City Walk in Orlando, Florida. This entertainment complex is filled with everything from souvenir shopping to well-known performances by theater stars like Blue Man Group. In the midst of all of this busy activity, you are [...]

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Destination: Puerto Rico

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As you dig into a spicy, citrusy ceviche and down a typical rum drink, you’ll know that coming to Puerto Rico was a fantastic choice.

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New York City tourism recovers from September 11

It’s no surprise to think that the number of tourists visiting New York City dropped dramatically after the 2001 terrorist attacks. While some curious visitors might have made a special trip to see the aftermath, most people would have been a bit nervous, and in fact tourist numbers fell to 35.3 million in 2002.
Since then, [...]

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Liverpool’s year of culture begins

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Each year in Europe, two cities are named to be the continents Capitals of Culture for the year. It gives sometimes little-known cities the chance to make their name on the world scene – like one of this year’s Capitals, the town of Stavanger in Norway – and others the opportunity to recover a reputation. [...]

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Will you need a REAL ID to fly?

Since the REAL ID Act was passed in 2005, there’s been all kinds of discussion across the United States about what data will be required and how privacy will be protected, whether or not such a system is constitutional and how people without REAL ID will be discriminated against.
What we really want to know is [...]

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Aztalan Pyramids

If pyramids excite you and make you feel like traveling, how about a trip to Wisconsin? Believe it or not, the Midwestern state is home to an ancient village and ceremonial complex, complete with pyramidal mounds, from somewhere between AD 1000 to 1300. Not much is specifically known about the group that constructed these pyramids [...]

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Rich Emirates passengers can soon take showers

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Flying is getting more comfortable by the minute, especially with the advent of the new A380 plane, slowly being rolled out across the world. The latest plan is that Emirates Airlines will include showers on its Airbus A380 planes to be used on long haul flights by first class passengers.
Can you imagine being able to [...]

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Harley-Davidson to open museum

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If you hear the word “hog” and don’t automatically think of a farm and squealing pigs, then you’re probably long overdue for a trip to hog heaven. The Harley-Davidson headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin has been home to the hearts of millions of motorcycle enthusiasts for decades but a new home will open this year.

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Cruising for less

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Though many of us dream of someday taking a cruise, sometimes our wallets don’t stretch that wide. Luckily, MSNBC has brought us 13 tips to save money on your next cruise.

Now’s the time to buy: We’re about to hit the cruising high season, so the best deals are available right now.
Buy your own airfare: Though [...]

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More travel bought online than off in 2007

You don’t have to think back very far to remember a time when you physically went to the travel agent to book the flights for your next vacation – and for that matter, came home with a valuable paper ticket that you were scared of losing.
Things change fast, and if you’re reading this blog, the [...]

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Singapore’s Changi Airport Gets Even Bigger

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As a hub for flying between the northern hemisphere and Asia or Australia, Singapore’s Changi Airport has long been a major stopover for many travelers. And Changi Airport has often received great reviews for reliable service and a huge array of shopping and entertainment options for those long hours between flights.
Changi Airport Terminal 3 Opens [...]

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Disney World restaurant bans kids

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The dream of many small children across the world is to visit Disney World, right? Even though there are plenty of adults who have become addicted to visiting Disney theme parks, the whole concept is really about entertaining kids.
Or so I thought, until I read that Disney World has recently banned children from eating in [...]

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Frommer’s top destinations of 2008

Frommer’s has been telling travelers where to go since 1957–first with its popular guidebooks and more recently on the web. Each year, the Frommer’s editors get together and choose the top destinations for the coming year. This year’s list is surprising. It offers everything from the Jersey Shore to Morocco. Below are some of their [...]

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Kenya Travel Warnings Come Thick and Fast

The eastern African nation of Kenya is the holiday destination for some one million tourists every year, most of them looking for a good combination of time on a warm beach and trips into the countryside on safari, hoping to see some of Africa’s incredible wildlife.
But right now, things are looking shaky for tourism to [...]

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Where to go for Winter Golf

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If the winter weather has you down then there is no better cure than a trip around the links. Here are some spots to consider.

Pebble Beach:. In 1929 the first tournaments were held in Pebble Beach, introducing the golfing community to this beautiful region of California. Not only does California’s Pebble Beach area offer fantastic [...]

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New Passport Cards for Canada, Mexico and Caribbean Trips

There have been a lot of changes for US travelers in the past year, and those who are frequently cross the borders between the United States and its nearest neighbors have been understandably frustrated about the idea of using a passport every time.
As a result, the State Department has now approved the passport card as [...]

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Walt Disney Caribbean Beach Club Review

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This moderate class hotel located in the Epcot area has over 2000 rooms spread over a sprawling 200 acres. When you arrive at the resort complex your first stop will be at the Custom House, the hotel’s lobby area – here you can check in, buy theme park tickets, make dinner reservations or visit the [...]

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Travel Trends for 2008

At the beginning of every year, the travel media industry likes to predict the next big travel trends for the coming year. Whether they make these predictions come true by the simple act of publishing them or whether they’re based in sound research is perhaps open to question, but the trend list making the most [...]

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