Interesting piece in today’s Globe & Mail that, no joke, is about the Commuter Pain Index. continue reading...
Average airfare Today: $552
Average airfare One Year Ago: $474 continue reading...
NASSAU, The Bahamas, May 22 /PRNewswire/ — Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon recently wed at a surprise ceremony on the picture-perfect island of Eleuthera, adding to the growing list of stars that have planned their perfect day in The Bahamas. With ideal weather year round, breathtaking beaches, lavish hotels and amenities, not to mention privacy, this tropical paradise has long been a favorite locale for celebrities to walk down the aisle in style.
Always the trend setter, supermodel Cindy Crawford said “I do” to hubby Rande Gerber in May 1998 at the swanky Ocean Club on Paradise Island. Since then, A-list couples have continued to flock to the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas including current NFL commentator Deion Sanders who was married on Nassau Paradise Island, Richard De Niro, son of Oscar winning actor Robert De Niro, who also said his vows on Nassau Paradise Island and Solange Knowles, younger sister of pop icon Beyonce, who wed on Grand Bahama Island. Also married in The Bahamas was Google co-founder Sergey Brin to bio-tech specialist Anne Wojcicki. The sweethearts said their nuptials in May of 2007 on Musha Cay Island on a private property owned by magician David Copperfield. continue reading...
Woodbury, CT. (PRWEB) May 22, 2008 — Memorial Day is a great time for a daytrip or weekend road trip to kick off the start of summer. Here are seven must-pack items to keep your cool and your cash when the roads heat up.
1. Pack snacks. If you’re munching on healthy food like apples, carrots, hard-boiled egg whites, or popcorn, you’re going to be more alert than if you stop for junk food at a gas station mini mart. If you know you will crave sweet or salty snacks, buy them at a warehouse store or supermarket ahead of time where the prices are lower. Remember bottled water, soft drinks and a cooler or ice chest to keep them cold. continue reading...
MONTREAL, May 16 /PRNewswire/ - It’s hard to imagine a destination more family-friendly than the Caribbean, or an accommodation more suited to family holidays than villas. Put them together and you have the perfect conditions, ready to keep everyone from Grandma and Grandpa on down to the littlest tots happy and busy.
Though, on the whole, the Caribbean is perfect for families, some beach destinations shine brighter than others in terms of the services and activities they have to offer. The trick is to know your group and its needs, wants and what you won’t compromise on (like direct flights, for example). No matter what your make-up, the Caribbean has destinations and villas for you. continue reading...
DEARBORN, Mich., May 15 /PRNewswire/ — An estimated 1.3 million Michiganians will travel during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, launching the start of the 2008 summer travel season, says AAA Michigan. According to a national survey conducted for AAA by the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), record fuel prices and challenging economic times will alter travel plans for some Americans.
“Many residents will travel more economically — looking for the best travel bargain for their dollars this upcoming holiday weekend,” said Claire Lockley, vice president of Travel for The Auto Club Group (ACG), including AAA Michigan. To cope with rising gas prices, this summer many families will drive shorter distances, spend fewer nights away from home, and spend less on hotels, restaurants, souvenirs and shopping. continue reading...
NEW YORK, May 12 /PRNewswire/ — The Flatotel is welcoming visiting families from London to Los Angeles this summer with great rates, spacious accommodations and action packed activities for kids at every age. The modern, midtown Manhattan luxury property is making it easy to plan an affordable getaway in one of the world’s most exciting destinations.
Families who book by June 30th can enjoy a spacious stay in one of the Flatotel’s newly refurbished deluxe one-bedroom suites; featuring a pull-out couch; fully equipped eat-in kitchen and one-and-a-half baths from $385 and up per night. The suite accommodates up to two adults and two children. Reservations and rates subject to availability and apply to travel beginning at the end of June, and through July and August. continue reading...
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 8, 2008 — With the Euro valued at over 1.5 US dollars, a European vacation this year means literally throwing some of your money away. “Right now, the dollar is so pitiful, travelers planning to cross the pond could end up wasting the equivalent of an entire vacation,” says Giampiero Ambrosi of VirtualTourst.com. To ease the pain of the economy and still have a great time, we’ve compiled a list of the Top Ten Places to Avoid the Euro, based on advice from members of VirtualTourist.com.
Right now, the dollar is so pitiful, travelers planning to cross the pond could end up wasting the equivalent of an entire vacation
Istanbul, Turkey: Not only is it beautiful, affordable, and loaded with things to do, it’s the only city in the world that exists on two continents; Europe and Asia. continue reading...
New York, NY (PRWEB) April 29, 2008 — New York’s best ships and itineraries for 2008/09 were named by the editorial staff of Cruising From New York, a web site devoted to passenger shipping from the three ports, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Cape Liberty (Bayonne), NJ.
According to Anne Campbell, editor of Cruising From New York, “Today every major cruise line has several ships that home port in New York for extended seasons of voyages ranging from a one-day party cruise to a 100-plus-day circumnavigation of the globe.” continue reading...
MIAMI, April 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Carnival Cruise Lines — a relative newcomer in European cruising, entering the market just three years ago — is well represented in the recently published Fodor’s Complete Guide to European Cruises, garnering nine “Best of Cruising” designations, more than double the number of any other cruise line.
Fodor’s Complete Guide to European Cruises is an annual publication providing comprehensive overviews of all major cruise lines operating within the region, along with travel tips, detailed port-of-call information and other helpful content aimed at experienced and first-time cruisers alike. continue reading...
