RSSMay|03|2009
Biden Stirs Hornets Nest With Travel Comments
Posted by Noemi as Air Travel, Americas, Announcements, Health, News, People, Transport, United States, Warnings
A lot of people are on the edge these days. It’s not only due to the economic problems, but also other issues that crop up on a regular basis. The swine flu, for example; we know that this kind of occurrence will definitely affect the travel industry. This is even truer when people in authority release statements.
This is what VP Joe Biden did last week when he appeared on NBC’s Today Show. What might have been a personal opinion (I didn’t see the interview so I don’t know if he actually encouraged the nation to do as he said) has ruffled a lot of feathers. CBS News reports:
Transportation officials around the country found themselves scrambling this week to reassure worried commuters in the wake of Biden’s controversial comments Thursday on NBC’s “Today Show” that he …
May|01|2009
Travel Despite Of Swine Flu?
Posted by Noemi as Announcements, Health, News, Travelogger, Warnings
Why not? Just because there is a growing concern over swine flu does not mean that you should cancel your travel plans. After all, you probably spent a lot of time planning this trip and it would be such a pity if you had to scrap all your hard work because of this unforeseen event, right?
If you want to go ahead and take the risk, I won’t be one to urge to think otherwise. However, I would have to go ahead and tell you to make sure that you are well protected; and I mean this in terms of health and financial protection. I just read an article of travel insurance and here are some snippets of useful info:
With swine flu dominating the headlines, planning a trip — especially an international one — may feel less …
Feb|06|2009
Great Valentines Deals At Orbitz
Posted by Noemi as News, Romantic
Do you celebrate Valentines Day? Even if you have been married for years and have children, travel on this special day should not be dismissed. In fact, you might actually want to take this opportunity to go on a break and go on a getaway – just the two of you. If you are looking for such a chance, you might want to pay Orbitz a visit, as they have a lot of sweet deals for couples this Valentines. To give you an idea, here are some of the deals they currently have on offer:
Top Destinations for the 2009 President’s Day / Valentine’s Day Weekend(1)
Ranking Destination …
Feb|04|2009
Florida’s Pride on the Gulf Coast
Posted by Zahir as Americas, Cities, Getaways, Luxurious, News, Resorts, Travelogger, United States, Website
Florida has long been known for it’s perfect tropical weather and breathtaking sunsets. This is why most of the world’s rich and famous prefer the area which is rich in unspoiled beauty along the sea where a beach is sure to be within reach all the time. One of the newest and hottest developments along the Gulf Coast is The Village of South Walton, one of the newest development projects in the whole of Florida. Florida hasn’t seem much development due to the sudden collapse of the sub-prime lending market, whose effects have been attributed to be one of the causes that led to the current recession. This being the case, more and more people are running out of options when it comes to vacation homes upon retirement with some of the best having fallen victim to the …
Dec|22|2008
No New Year’s Party At Goa
Posted by Noemi as Announcements, Asia, Destinations, News, Tips, Warnings
Last year, my husband and I decided to break away from the tradition of spending New Year’s at home with the rest of the family. I do not know about you, but in my family, Christmas and New Year’s are supposed to be spent together. Last year, however, my sister decided to spend Christmas with her husband’s family. It got us thinking that perhaps, we could embark on our own adventure and start our own tradition – hence the destination New Year. This year, we are going to spend it with some friends in the city.
For those of you who like spending New Year’s some place else as well, you might want to decide not to go to Goa in India. If you have already made plans to go there, you might want to know …
Nov|29|2008
Layaway Travel Soon To Be Available
Posted by Noemi as News, Trends, Website
Not too many people are aware of layaway plans these days. It used to be that layaway was the main means by which many Americans made huge purchases. When credit cards became so prevalent, however, layaway plans suddenly didn’t seem that attractive. With the current downturn in global economics, however, layaway plans are suddenly making a comeback. You can see this in the move being made by big companies such as Sears, wherein customers can pay a mere $15 and then pay off the rest in installments.
As for the travel sector, it seems that they are seeing the immense possibilities that will be opened up if they offer layaway packages as well. Based on a report published by Mercury News, big names in the travel industry are joining the layaway bandwagon. Hyatt …
Oct|10|2008
For The Mob-Obsessed
Posted by Noemi as Announcements, Destinations, News
Have you watched the Godfather many times over? Do you believe that you can learn everything you need to know about life from that series? Do you have a penchant for all things mob? If you answered yes to at least one of those questions, then you might be interested in the newest museum in Las Vegas.
Dubbed The Las Vegas Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, it will showcase the activities of organized crime in the city. Oskar Garcia of AP reports:
The City Council unveiled the name Tuesday, along with logos resembling court documents with material blacked out. The first redaction obscures the word “mob.”
“I don’t think anybody is able to do tongue-in-cheek the way Las Vegas can do it,” said Mayor Oscar Goodman, a former criminal defense lawyer who represented organized crime figures …
May|18|2008
American Idol Summer Camp
Posted by Noemi as Events, News, United States
Do you have a teenager who is a huge fan of American Idol? Are you still planning on what he or she can do for the summer? Well here is something different and exciting – the American Idol Summer Camp, which was launched last year, is going to be held once again this year and the next.
What is the Camp all about? Last year’s Camp was full of activities for children aged 10 to 15 years old. The concept of the Camp is to bring children together in a non-competitive environment (much unlike the popular TV show) and help them learn techniques with regard to “singing, dancing, acting, song writing, audition and performance techniques, personal style, video production, set design and more.”
I’d say that even if you child is that not big a fan of American …
Feb|11|2008
Amazing Thailand Campaign
Posted by Noemi as Announcements, Around The World, Asia, Family, News
This year, tourists are in for a treat if they ever visit the Land of Smiles, officially known as Thailand. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has recently launched “E-marketing for Amazing Thailand 2008” wherein there will be a flurry of online activities to promote travel products for the country.
I have always been a fan of Thailand, most especially after that week-long trip that we had there last year. When I got an e-mail from the TAT, promoting their new campaign, I headed directly to their Amazing Thailand web site. What I saw there made me long for the streets of Bangkok and the surrounding countryside once again. Since I have not been to their famed beaches, I felt this strange desire to just hop on a plane and go for a visit – I wish!
So …
Dec|06|2007
First Class Lounges: Qatar Airways’ Premium Terminal
Posted by Camica as Air Travel, Around The World, Destinations, Luxurious, News, Reviews, Transport
In case you’re planning to fly with Qatar Airways, and assuming you can afford it, buy first-class tickets so you’ll get a chance to check out their Premium Terminal at Doha International Airport. It was rated as one of the best first-class lounges for 2007 by Skytrax, the iindependent airline industry’s monitoring agency. It opened last November 26, 3006, a week before the start of the 15th Asian Games that took place in Doha, Qatar.
The 10,000sqm Premium Terminal was built in just nine months, at a cost of US $90 million, as part of a US $200 million expansion at Doha International Airport. Designed to pamper and delight First and Business Class passengers, the terminal is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It’s located before the main departures building.
As one of the privileged First Class passengers, you’ll experience the Premium …
