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March 2009

Travel Stories and News for 3/31/2009

March 31, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/31/2009
Seven Endangered Species You Can Still See in the Wild – via Gadling
There is no doubt that we are fascinated with wildlife. We love to watch diverse and interesting animals, preferably in their natural habitats, and we’re often willing to travel to remote places, sometimes [...]

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Las Vegas Hotels on Sale

March 31, 2009
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Lots of hotels in Las Vegas are offering steep discount to lure in travelers, here are a few great deals from some hotels on the strip all under $60 per night.

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Stone Forest in Yunan China – Travel Photo of the Day 3/31/2009

March 31, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/31/2009 is of the Stone Forest in Yunan China and was taken by lapin.lapin
Photo credit: lapin.lapin
Shilin, which is in Chinese means Stone Forest, is located approximately 50 miles from Kunming in southwestern China. The area got its name for the stone structures that are in [...]

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Book Review – Make the Most of Your Time on Earth – Rough Guide

March 31, 2009
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One of the biggest trends in travel books in the last couple of years are those “see before you die” list books, and although I usually shy away from them, I’ve found some lately that are actually pretty inspiring. One of them is Make the Most of Your Time on Earth: A Rough Guide to [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/30/2009

March 30, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/30/2009
Hit the Appalachian Trail – via Washington Post
It’s more than 2,175 miles long and passes through 14 states from Georgia to Maine. It climbs mountains, plunges into river valleys and even finds its way into town from time to time. It provides ample opportunity to [...]

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Burj Al Arab Hotel – Travel Photo of the Day 3/30/2009

March 30, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/30/2009 is of the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai and is from Jon Rawlinson

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One of the most luxurious hotels on earth, the the Burj Al Arab Hotel is in the United Arab Emirates’ city of Dubai. With more than 200 rooms that feature countless [...]

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Travel Hack: How To Beat Jet Lag

March 30, 2009
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Travelling across time zones can be an exciting part of a vacation. Any shock you might experience at the changing time is absorbed by the relaxed nature of your adventure and the extra time you have to sleep. But what about business travellers who travel often and need to hit the ground running when they [...]

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Manhattan Bridge at Sunset – Travel Photo of the Day 3/29/2009

March 29, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/29/2009 is of the Manhattan Bridge at Sunset and was taken byajagendorf25

photo credit: ajagendorf25

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Varlaam Abbey Meteora Greece – Travel Photo of the Day 3/28/2009

March 28, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/28/2009 is of Varlaam Abbey Meteora Greece and was taken by cod_gabriel

photo credit: cod_gabriel

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Family Dining in Baltimore

March 28, 2009
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Taking the family Baltimore is a great idea, there is so much to see and explore that is both fun and educational. Founded in 1729 Baltimore’s harbor has always been a hotbed of activity, shifting away from the shipping port, the harbor now attracts tourists looking for an exciting experience laced with American history and [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/27/2009

March 27, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for3/27/2009
Italy Suffers From Toursit Downturn – via NPR.orgTourism dropped 25 percent in 2008 from the previous year — and forecasts are even worse for 2009. The decline affects not only hotels and restaurants, but has as indirect impact on many other industries as well.
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Valley Drive in Monument Valley Utah – Travel Photo of the Day 3/27/2009

March 27, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/27/2009 is from Monument Valley in Utah and was taken by Wolfgang Staudt

photo credit: Wolfgang Staudt

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Cunard Tells All On New Queen Elizabeth Ship

March 27, 2009
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Cruise ship lovers might have been salivating this week in anticipation of the release of details of the next Cunard cruise liner – the ship that will replace the recently retired Queen Elizabeth II ship.

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Nightclubs and Nightlife in Denver

March 27, 2009
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First thoughts of Denver may have you picturing environmental sorts living the good life, only consuming healthy food and drink. But remember, the Mile High City has a long history of mining and drinking, which is good news if you’re looking for a little nightlife during your stay in Denver. There’s a long history of [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/26/2009

March 26, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/26/2009
The Best Hotel Bar Terraces in New York City – via Frommers
With the first hint of warmer weather people in other places hop in the car and take to the road. When the weather warms up in Manhattan, New Yorkers get on the elevator and [...]

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Wolwedans Namibia – Travel Photo of the Day 3/26/2009

March 26, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/26/2009 is from Wolwedans Namibia and was taken by Rui Ornelas

photo credit: Rui Ornelas
Wolwedans is part of the NamibRand Nature Reserve located in Namibia Africa.

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Sports Teams and Stadiums in Baltimore

March 26, 2009
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If you’re looking for sports excitement in Baltimore you’ll find a lot to cheer for in this popular sporting city. Use the guide below to learn more about the athletic environment of Baltimore Maryland.
Baltimore Orioles
Debatably the most famous sports team to come out of Baltimore, the Baltimore Orioles are a storied baseball team that actually [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/25/2009

March 25, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/25/2009
The Wave Rock Formation – via LA Times
The Wave is a red-rock stunner on the border of Arizona and Utah, made of 190-million-year-old sand dunes that have turned to rock. L.A. Times photographer Spencer Weiner captured the swirling drama of this little-known formation that’s accessible [...]

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Robert Young Vineyards Sonoma Valley – Travel Photo of the Day 3/25/2009

March 25, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/25/2009 is from the Robert Young Vineyards Sonoma Valley and was taken by Star5112

photo credit: star5112

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Family Attractions at Niagara Falls

March 25, 2009
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Romantic honeymoon location, Niagara Falls doesn’t usually come to mind as the first place to take your family vacation, but it’s actually a wonderful place for a family trip. The area is not simply waterfalls but many other excursions packed into one tourist Mecca, there’s even a learning experience or two. The falls themselves get [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/24/2009

March 24, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/24/2009
Tour Chernobyl – via grcade.com
While Chernobyl probably ranks near the bottom of most people’s travel plans the photos here are amazing to look at.
Airplane Bathroom Photos – via Gadling
They say you learn something new every day, Heather Poole an online flight attendant discovers the trend [...]

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Pearl Farm in French Polynesia – Travel Photo of the Day 3/24/2009

March 24, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/24/2009 is from French Polynesia and was taken by Clesenne

photo credit: clesenne

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Book Review Beijing Confidential by Jan Wong

March 24, 2009
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With this decade’s Olympic interest in Beijing having already reached its peak, I still found a lot of reasons to read Jan Wong’s Beijing Confidential: Lost and Found in the Forbidden City. Jan Wong is not exactly a local, but she’s of Chinese origin and has spent many years both living in and reporting about [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 3/23/2009

March 23, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/23/2009
U.S. airlines may have reached limit on new fees – via reuters
It’s been a long time coming, but it seems U.S. airlines finally may have reached a limit on new fees they can charge for in-flight perks that used to be included in the ticket [...]

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Key West Sunset – Travel Photo of the Day 3/23/2009

March 23, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/23/2009 is from Key West Florida and was taken by Steve Weaver

photo credit: Steve Weaver
Key West is the southernmost city in the United States located on the tip of Florida, and is only 94 miles from Cuba. Natives born in the area refer to themselves as “conchs”, [...]

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How is the Economy Affecting Your Vacation Plans This Year – Twitter Poll

March 23, 2009
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On Thursday March 19th we asked “How is the Economy Affecting Your Vacation Plans This Year” on twitter,we had 115 respondents answer here were the results:

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Fine Dining in Boston

March 23, 2009
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As the capital and largest city in Massachusetts, Boston is considered the economic and cultural center of the region. Being one of the oldest cities in the United States further boosts the appeal of this anchor city. As one of the most popular and populous cities in the New England region Boston knows how to [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 3/22/2009

March 22, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/22/2009 is of the Brooklyn Bridge and was taken by 708718

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Travel Stories and News for 3/21/2009

March 21, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/20/2009
Undersea eruptions near Tonga – via Baoston.com
Scientists sailed out to have a closer look at the eruptions of an undersea volcano off the coast of Tonga in the South Pacific Ocean today. Tonga’s head geologist, Kelepi Mafi, said there was no apparent danger to residents [...]

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The Atlantic City Casinos: Caesar’s Atlantic City

March 21, 2009
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Next stop on our series of posts on Atlantic City Casinos we have Caesar’s Atlantic City

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