From the monthly archives:

July 2008

Airport Travel Tips

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If you want to get through the airport faster and with more ease, use the following travel tips to help you breeze right through, saving both time and hassle.

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Electronic System for Travel Authorization to U.S. to Begin Testing

The United States will soon have a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP).
Travelers who are coming to the U.S. from one of the 27 waivers countries which don’t need a visa to fly to the States will have to fill out [...]

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Visiting the Eiffel Tower

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Originally built as the main entrance for the 1889 World’s Fair, designer Gustav Eiffel could only get a 20-year permit for the structure. At the time, many thought it was an eyesore that clashed with traditional Paris architecture. By 1909 there were calls to tear it down. Yet the tower survived to become a symbol of Paris.

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Eco Vacations For Everyone

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When it comes to vacation ideas, green is the new black. Eco vacations are becoming more and more popular as travelers seek experiences that enable them to get close to nature without leaving a mark.
So what’s an eco vacation and where do you find one?

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Beijing News as Olympics Approach

With the countdown until the opening of the Beijing Olymmpics getting ever shorter, there’s a constant stream of news coming out of China that travelers both for the Olympics and for other reasons should be aware of. Some of the announcements will make life more pleasant for travelers, some more difficult and some are just [...]

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How To Choose The Perfect Cruise Line For You!

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So, you’ve finally decided to take a cruise? Well, before you start throwing your swimsuit in a bag while humming the theme from “The Love Boat” stop and consider the variety of cruise lines there are to choose from.
If you’ve never cruised before you want to work with a travel professional in choosing your cruise [...]

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Tampa Beaches

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People who are going to be heading to Tampa, Florida this summer are probably going for one reason and one reason only; they want to spend time on the beautiful beaches of Tampa Bay. There are plenty of other things that you can do while you’re in Tampa, of course, but the majority of people [...]

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Spice Island Beach Resort

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If you are looking for an exotic unique locale for your honeymoon, the luxurious Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada has a great offer right now.
When you book seven nights at the resort, you get the following as part of their Honeymoon Bonus Offer:

One complimentary Swedish massage, per adult, at the resort’s Janissa’s Spa
A sunset [...]

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Nightlife and Nightclubs in Cancun

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Cancun is considered to be one of the hottest spots in the world for an active nightlife experience. Travelers from throughout the world (and particularly college students from the United States) flock to Cancun specifically to party in the nightclubs that are located throughout this beach destination. There are huge dance clubs here with multiple [...]

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Gaylord Palms Hotel Review

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This luxury style resort is conveniently located within minutes of Walt Disney World (about 1.5 miles from the main gate of the theme parks) and 20 minutes from the Orlando airport. The resort itself is located on 65 acres of land that are beautifully maintained, while the hotel contains a spectacular atrium that fills the [...]

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Lost Laptops, and More Airline Charges

We’d love it if a week or even a few days went by when we didn’t hear about how airlines are going to make our traveling lives even more miserable and more expensive. This week – as usual, it seems – a few more airlines announced some additional fees that passengers will be charged, all [...]

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Become a Registered Traveler

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If you’re a frequent flier, you may want to consider enrolling in a registered traveler program.
The Transportation Security Administration and private industry developed the Registered Traveler program to provide expedited security screening for passengers who volunteer to undergo a threat assessment in order to confirm that they do not pose or are not suspected of [...]

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How To Pack For a Cruise

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No one brings steamer trunks on cruises anymore, instead we’re all faced with the airlines’ 50-pound weight limit on suitcases. When packing for a cruise you should look to limit what you bring as much as possible by packing things that can be worn more than once. But cruises also require special thought: You’ll want [...]

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Historic Landmarks in London

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London is one of the most amazing cities in the world. It is a huge place which helps to set the tone for the rest of the world in terms of industries as diverse as finance and fashion. People in other countries frequently look to London to see what the trends are in many different [...]

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Travel Deals of the Week 7/9/2008

Crystal Cruises
Experience Luxury at Sea and Receive $200 Onboard Credit expires 7/31/08
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Princess Cruises
Receive up to $100 Onboard Credit expires 7/31/08
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Oceania Cruises
Receive $200 Onboard Credit from Oceania Cruises expires 7/31/08
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Dollar Rent A Car
Rent a Premium vehicle for $39.00 a day and $197.00 a week expires 10/12/08
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Dollar Rent A Car
Convertible $32.99/weekend daypromo code [...]

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Club Med has something for everyone

In the 1970s and 1980s, it was the scene for swinging singles. Now families are the mainstay of Club Mediterranean, better known as Club Med, but the company that gave the world the first all-inclusive vacation package has something to offer everyone from among its 80 resorts worldwide.

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Fourth of July Travel Changes

With the Fourth of July here again, things are looking a little bit different on the travel scene if you compare it to the same holiday season in other years: and our ol’ friend, rising gas prices, can take most of the blame for that. Since the Fourth of July in 2007, the average price [...]

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A walk through the Tour de France

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The 95th Tour de France starts July 5. This year the tour will begin in Brittany where the tour has started six times before. Choosing the route, which alters every year, begins three years in advance and must take several factors into account:

International regulations: Rules stipulate that the course not exceed 3,500 kilometers spread over [...]

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Sightseeing in Cleveland

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Cleveland, Ohio might not be the first place you think of for a summer vacation, but think again. The city, located along the shores of Lake Erie is home to a wealth of attractions as well as delightful, temperate summer temperatures and gentle lake breezes. Below is just a sampling of what the “North Coast” [...]

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Top Landmarks in Philadelphia

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If you’re planning to take a trip to Philadelphia and you want to make sure that you see all of the important things there are to see there then you need to put together a list of the top landmarks in the city. There are many different historic landmarks to explore in Philadelphia because of [...]

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