RSSOct|08|2007
Share Your Story!
Posted by Jen as Announcements, Awards, Features, People, Travelogger
Remember that interesting dinner in China?
Or the time when Uncle Jack discovered that old barn?
Or that unplanned stop in Havana?
Well, whatever story you have under your sleeve, now is the time to pull it out and share it with everyone! This fall, Traveling Stories Magazine is hosting a travel writing contest for all those with wonderful and interesting stories to tell. The objective of TSM is to encourage travelers to write about their experiences and perhaps, serve as inspiration to others.
The prize at stake is a featured link on the TSM Web site and $125 (courtesy of the travel company, On the Beach Holidays) which will be sent through PayPal. Winners will be chosen by readers and voters through a 5-star scale. The article with the highest rating will be the winner!
However, all hope is not lost for the rest. All submissions automatically have …
Oct|02|2007
Holiday Treat: Turkey Anyone?
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Asia, Destinations, Europe, Features
Thanksgiving is just a month away and I can’t wait to eat the thanksgiving dinner my sister’s going to cook for us. I’m sure the turkey will be really good. Yum! I’m not really going to write about the thanksgiving feast though I will be emailing my sister to ask what else will be on the menu right after I finish writing this piece. Since this is Travelogger, quite obviously, the holiday turkey I am referring to is not the animal but the country.
Turkey is rising in popularity as a tourist destination, a perfect place to relax while enjoying nature and immersing oneself in its rich culture. Two of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey are Istanbul and the Antalya province. A visit to Istanbul, the capital city of Ottoman Empire, is a treat for those who …
Sep|30|2007
Reader’s Digest: Living Green
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Awards, Cities, Destinations, Eco-Friendly, Features, Tips
After the negativity of listing down the most dangerous countries to travel, I decided to come up with a more positive post and here’s what I came up with – a list of the cleanest and greenest countries and cities in the world.
Last August, Reader’s Digest analysed which of the world’s 141 countries ranked as the greenest. The criteria Reader’s Digest used meant not only that the greenest countries were the most environmental friendly but that they really are the most desirable places to live, and hence to visit. After all, as they said, “Just because a country or place is environmentally “fit” doesn’t mean you’d want to spend your life there – think jungles or the Antarctic. But finding the perfect balance between what’s green and what’s livable could lead you to paradise.”
So without further ado here’s the greenest countries and cities in the entire world….
Sep|12|2007
Crystal Cruises
Posted by Noemi as Cruises, Family, Features, Transport
Another very popular name in the world of cruises is Crystal Cruises. They have actually been voted as the World’s Best Large-Ship Cruise Line for 12 years in a row! This award is given out by Travel + Leisure Magazine which asks its subscribers to vote for their cruise line of choice. That in itself should be a testament to the quality you will be getting with Crystal Cruises.
Of course, quality tends to come at a high price, doesn’t it? Well, if you compare their fees to other cruise lines, the difference is not that big really. Plus, if you avail of their promos, you might actually end up saving more.
For this year, it is not too late to go cruising with Crystal Cruises. They actually have a couple of specials going on for families. You can choose from the …
Aug|11|2007
Beam Me Up, Scotty!
Posted by Jen as Adventure, Announcements, Around The World, Features, News, Travelogger
Soon, this famous Star Trek quote will no longer only be used during sci-fi conventions. In time, we may soon hear this catch phrase used as a common term among budding hoteliers. In outer space, that is.
Galactic Suite, which is predicted to come to completion by 2012, is the first ever hotel in outer space. It may sound a little strange and impossible but we have certainly come a long way, haven’t we? In fact, a fellow writer recently wrote about an unusual hotel that sits under the sea. Ever since the beginning of time, humankind has sought ways to reach for the heavens. Why should building a hotel in outer space be any surprising? Perhaps, the age for keeping up with “The Jetsons” isn’t really that far behind.
A three-day stay at the Galactic Suite will supposedly cost around $ 4 million. Hefty tag? Then again, …
Jul|25|2007
Protecting Endangered Species: San Diego Zoo
Posted by Jen as Eco-Friendly, Education, Features, Nature, Travelogger, United States
Did you know that in the United States alone, there are 496 species of endangered animals listed? And that worldwide, there are about a thousand more animals whose lives are in danger? These are not just numbers, mind you. These are issues that affect every living being on this planet, whether we are conscious of it or not. Perhaps one of the main causes for the endangerment of these animals is habitat destruction. Over the decades, man has been a little less considerate when it comes to expanding and construction. Sure, there are new roads being paved and new infrastructures being built. Still, at what cost?
In recent years, a lot of things have been done to help the environment recover from past mistakes. Laws have been enacted to protect various wildlife. Organizations have been set up to ensure that these laws are being put into good use.
Also, there are now …
Jun|12|2007
How To Get Better Service, Part 2
Posted by Camica as Features, Tips, Transport, Travelogger
In my last post, I gave several tips to get better service from your travel agent. I had to cut it short, since my post was getting quite long. As I promised, here’s the rest of them:
* The customer is always right, but not in all cases. First of all, that’s the reason you’re asking a travel agent to book for you, right? Because you need help. We don’t want to make things more complicated as well. So please, believe us when we tell you this is the best option we can give. Also, let me just say for the record, that as travel agents, we can help you plan your trip, and book it for you. We don’t control the airline, or the hotel, …
Jun|08|2007
Journey to Self-discovery
Posted by Jen as Backpacking & Budget, Features, Tips
Funny how the “journey to self-discovery” almost always never is an actual, physical journey. It’s mostly a self-realization thing that starts making itself known in high school. There is nothing wrong nor lacking in such a journey. However, for those who crave a more adventurous path to self-discovery, there is one option available.
Backpacking.
According to yourdictionary.com, backpacking is ” to hike while carrying a backpack” and “to travel about or journey on foot.” Today, more and more students are deciding to take a year off from entering college to embark on this self-chartered adventure. To parents who might be reading this, backpacking isn’t necessarily just a way to get out of the house and out of your eyes. ~:>
A lot of life’s lessons are out there waiting to be discovered. Just learning how to navigate a map, for example, literally and figuratively… Knowing where one wants to go and finding …
Jun|04|2007
Ski Resorts Turn into New Leaves
Posted by Jen as Eco-Friendly, Features, Resorts, United States
Snow and global warming don’t mix, ski resort owners seem to realize these days. Instead of the usual electric generators, more and more ski resorts are now turning to a greener way of providing electricity.
the hope of the modern ski resort
According to National Geographic, “twenty-two resorts in seven states now use wind power credits to supply 100 percent of their electricity demands.Together the areas purchase 305,074,498 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean electricity and keep about 372,383,234 pounds of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas believed to be causing global warming, from entering the atmosphere.”
Other alternatives include building windmills for on site power gathering. Some resorts that cannot possibly handle major infrastructure changes can still make use of wind power by purchasing energy credits from central suppliers. This means that resorts can still be operated through eco-friendly …
May|31|2007
Preparing Your Vehicle and Yourself for the Long Haul
Posted by Hannah Grace as Features, Tips, Transport
When going on a long road trip it always pays to be VERY prepared. Here are some tips on how you can make sure that your vehicle is as prepared for the long haul.
1. Have your car checked by a mechanic at least a week before the trip. You can also check the car on your own but only if you really know what you’re doing. Make sure the tires are not worn out.
2. Fill your trunk not only with vacation stuff but with your emergency tool box. The tool box should include at least a set of jumper cables, a reflective warning device, flashlights, extra batteries, a jug of water (not for drinking! This is in case your car overheats), a car jack, and the necessary tools to change a flat tire. An extra tire won’t fit in your tool box but make sure you bring a spare tire …
