From the monthly archives:

February 2009

Best Job in the World on Great Barrier Reef

February 27, 2009
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Travel-lovers around the world have no doubt seen stories about the Best Job in the World in the last few weeks. The vacant position is to be the “caretaker” of the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Queensland in Australia, undeniably one of the most beautiful areas on the world – and the six [...]

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Weekend Getaways in Anaheim

February 27, 2009
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You wouldn’t know it today, but Anaheim, California was actually founded by a group of farmers, grape farmers actually. Today the city is a hoping metropolitan area that is best known for its attraction parts, Disneyland being the most famous. But there is a lot more to do in Anaheim than just hang out with [...]

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Travel Tip: Think Small but Recycle

February 26, 2009
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With restrictions on the amount of liquids and gels that you can bring on a flight many people are purchasing small sample sizes for convenience on the road. By all means, purchase these smaller versions of your favorite products but then keep the bottles and refill them for future trips.

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Hotels Under $100 Per Night

February 26, 2009
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With the economy in a downturn and pocketbooks tighter than ever, everyone appreciates a bargian. With that in mind here are over 200 hotels that are under $100 a night,

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Top Dance Clubs in Las Vegas

February 25, 2009
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Las Vegas no longer means just gambling the night away, now you can really get your groove on in this happening city. Las Vegas simply isn’t what it used to be, buffets are expensive, hotels are pricey and have much more than just one-armed bandits, and a chic young crowd has taken over and no [...]

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Helpful iPhone Travel Apps

February 24, 2009
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As a travel aid, the iPhone is a godsend.  All too often, we find ourselves on the road lamenting, “If only I was in front of my computer.  I could handle this in a second!”  But with the iPhone, we’re now in front of our computer wherever we are.

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Beautiful Travel Reading with Arabesques

February 24, 2009
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The new Robert Dessaix book Arabesques: A Tale of Double Lives is a beautiful book in many ways. Not only is the layout expansive and generous, but the pictures that illustrate it are gorgeous too. The fact that it’s such an attractive book makes it immediately more readable, and the tales of Dessaix’s travels are [...]

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Australia’s Archibald Fountain

February 23, 2009
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The Archibald Fountain was built in 1932 by the French sculptor, Francois Sicard, to commemorate the bond between France and Australia during the first World War. Mr. J.F. Archibald set up a fund to pay for the fountain along with instructions as to how he wanted his personal gift to the City of Sydney constructed.

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Air Travel Safety Results for 2008

February 20, 2009
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So, air travelers, do you want the good news or the bad news? The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has just released the official statistics on air safety during 2008 and there are reasons to be both happy and concerned if you are someone who spends time flying around our skies. If you’re a nervous [...]

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Sightseeing in Tampa

February 20, 2009
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With 165 parks and beaches within the city limits of Tampa, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the temperate climate, sea air and sand between your toes. You’re not likely to miss a meal with the multitude of fine dining options before or after enjoying the exciting nightlife or fun attractions. There are  also many sightseeing opportunities [...]

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How to Hide Money When Traveling

February 19, 2009
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If you’re taking a trip and worried about where to hide your cash there are a few tried and trusted tricks that you can use to keep your money safe. In fact, it’s best to try a few of these tricks and space your money out just so there’s always a stash at hand.

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Rome’s Legendary Fountains: Trevi Fountain

February 18, 2009
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Why do fountains resonate so deeply with us? Perhaps the reason is that we are made almost entirely of the same water that rushes out and over the fountain structures that are limited only by the imagination of their creators. One of the most famous fountains in Rome and perhaps the world is Fontana di [...]

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Las Vegas Takes Corporate Travel Hit

February 17, 2009
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Business leaders in Las Vegas, Nevada are up in arms after recent comments by President Barack Obama. In the last few months, Las Vegas has seen a notable drop in corporate travel to the city, which is causing businesses to lose millions of dollars in potential revenue.

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Hotels Under $50 a Night

February 17, 2009
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Hotels across the US $50 or less, midweek stays, weekends may be higher.

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Historic Baltimore Seaport

February 17, 2009
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Baltimore is becoming a tourist hotspot, which isn’t surprising considering that the harbor has been one of America’s oldest seaports, surviving for more than 300 years. The region has seen highs and lows and is currently undergoing a resurgence in popularity as people are rediscovering the splendor of Baltimore’s Historic Seaport.
The attractions at the Baltimore [...]

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Theroux’s New Railway Journeys

February 17, 2009
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Whether you love or hate Paul Theroux, you can’t really argue with the fact that he’s one of the most influential travel writers over the past century. I simultaneously like and dislike him – I absolutely admire his travel writing, but am not sure I’d be friends with his personality if we ever met up. [...]

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Barcelona’s Magic Fountain of Montjuic

February 16, 2009
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The Magic Fountain of Montjuic is a bit of a misnomer because any magic the fountain might have is due to the engineering prowess of Carles Buigas. Built for the 1929 World Fair, The Magic Fountain of Montjuic was brought from concept to finish in less than a year through the efforts of more than 3,000 workers. 80 years later, the fountain’s “magic” attracts more than 2.5 million visitors who flock to see the water and light show choreographed to music that plays over loudspeakers.

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Travelers in South-East Australia Stopped By Bushfires

February 13, 2009
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Making headlines all over the world, the bushfires raging in the state of Victoria in south-eastern Australia have been devastating, both in terms of the loss of life and in property. Many travelers in Melbourne and surrounding areas in Victoria have been caught up in the continuing dramas and are either helping out or making [...]

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Museums in Vancouver Canada

February 13, 2009
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As Canada’s third largest city, Vancouver sits on the west coast of British Columbia. If you are a sports fan, you’re familiar with the Canucks and the BC Lions. And you may already know that it’s one of the cleanest cities in the world. But, perhaps you didn’t know about the many museums that keep [...]

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Hot Restaurants in Tampa Bay

February 12, 2009
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Tampa Bay is a culinary hotspot, positioned comfortably on the Gulf of Mexico with a large Latin American flair combined with Mediterranean style and fresh seafood staples. True dining bliss for those who love spicy seafood that simply bursts with flavor.

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Top Landmarks in Atlanta

February 11, 2009
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For a young city, Atlanta has a lot of history and landmarks. Perhaps the city brings to mind the Civil War, especially because of Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone With the Wind.” The movie by the same name premiered in Atlanta in 1939. We also remember this city at a hub of the Civil Rights Movement where [...]

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Bellagio Fountain

February 11, 2009
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In the midst of the Las Vegas desert is a spectacular oasis like no other on earth. The Bellagio Fountains made their Las Vegas debut in 1998 when Steve Wynn opened his magnificent Bellagio hotel. The opening night featured VIPs from around the world who paid a reported $1000 for an individual or $3500 for [...]

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Travel Ban to Cuba Could End

February 10, 2009
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Thanks to the Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act, citizens of the United States may soon be able to travel to the country of Cuba without restrictions. If this bill passes, Americans will be able to freely travel to Cuba for the first time since 1963.

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500 Journeys of a Lifetime Might Be Too Many

February 10, 2009
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The National Geographic coffee table book Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World’s Greatest Trips is big, heavy, and pretty exciting to open up for any lovers of travel. It’s full of colorful pictures, intriguing maps and enticing paragraphs explaining why we should head to a particular destination; each journey also includes a bullet [...]

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The Tivoli Fountain

February 9, 2009
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The Fountain of Tivoli or The Fountain of Ovate is a noted water feature located in the architectural masterpiece, Villa d’Este in Tivoli.  Villa d’Este was originally commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito Il d’Este, the son of Lucrezia Borgia. As newly appointed governor of Tivoli, d’Este was given the land and existing manor but he was [...]

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Travel Deals of the Week Feb 9 2009

February 9, 2009

New York Hotels up to 25% Off – more information – expires 2/28/09
Travel Deals from American Airlines and American Eagle – more information – expires 2/13/09
Caribbean Hotels up to 25% Off – more information – expires 2/28/09
Colossal Savings to Europe Fly Round-Trip starting at $516 – more information – expires 2/11/09.
Traveler Reviewed hotels up to [...]

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Free Things to Do in Baltimore

February 7, 2009
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A trip to Baltimore, Maryland is an exciting vacation for someone traveling solo or an entire family. Baltimore is the largest city in Maryland and was founded way back in 1729. Known for the role it played in the forming of the United States, Baltimore is probably best remembered for the Battle of Baltimore in [...]

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Best International Parties

February 6, 2009
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Maybe you’ve already been to all the big parties in the US. Or maybe you just want to see how your neighbors in the Global Village celebrate. But in case you were wondering, there’s a whole world of parties out there.
Carnival- Rio de Janeiro
Although Carnival is celebrated in towns and villages throughout Brazil and other [...]

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“Pay What You Want” Idea Hits Travel

February 6, 2009
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Anybody noticed there’s a global recession out there at the moment? Yeah, we know, everybody is probably sick to death of hearing about the economic woes of many developed countries these days, but it turns out, as they always say, that every cloud really does have a silver lining. And the silver lining for travelers [...]

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Spring Break Travel Remains Strong

February 3, 2009
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While the struggling economy has slowed down many types of vacationers, this year’s spring break travel plans appear to be virtually uneffected. In fact, many spring break destinations are reporting more interest than usual.
Experts say the reasons are varied for why spring break travel remains strong in a weak economy. However, the relatively affordable spring [...]

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