January 25th, 2010 by admin
Urban travel and budget travel hardly ever go hand-in-hand. There is usually no way around the fact that city hotels, restaurants and attractions are expensive. However, certain metropolises offer attractions that are significantly cheaper than others (even free in many cases). Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
New York is larger than life in many ways. Times Square, the city’s skyline, Central Park and the Empire State Building are easily recognizable, even for people who have never set foot in the city. It is no surprise then that some of the world’s best restaurants and finest hotels Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Minneapolis, the larger of Minnesota’s Twin Cities (Saint Paul is its little sister) is usually known for its cold winters. However, this mid-sized metropolis is also home to one of America’s most exciting local music scenes, a modern arts and theater renaissance, and plenty Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
The Adventures By Disney program features only 19 vacation destinations around the world and Peru recently made the cut. This specialty travel tour takes travelers from Lima to Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco and then back to Lima so that they can learn about the Inca ruins, explore Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Barbados has been putting a lot of effort into advertising its credentials as a tourist destination. It recently won an award for its official tourism web site, Totally Barbados. But does the non-cyber version of this Caribbean nation live up to the hype created by its online incarnation?
Many Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Airports can be stressful places. The high pace with which many people try to move through the terminals makes for a chaotic atmosphere. The sense of stress is often heightened when families fly with young children. Nowhere in the airport is this more evident than at security checkpoints.
However, Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Airport spas can range from simple massage chairs placed in storefronts along the concourse to full-service health and beauty centers offering the same treatments as traditional spas.
The idea of combining a layover with a trip to the spa sounds perfect to many travelers. However, Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
The travel industry has been struggling over the past two years. With signs of economic improvement on the horizon, 2010 might be a good year to hit the road or drop in on that destination you’ve always dreamed about visiting.
Industry players, like airlines, hotels and cities’ Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Airplanes, for all their modern features, are not very comfortable places to spend an extended amount of time. The recycled air, pressurized cabins and crowded seating layout are anything but pleasant. Anyone can endure a plane ride for an hour or two, but longer flights can be Read the rest of this entry »
January 25th, 2010 by admin
Do you envy those flyers who move from comfortable business-class seats to the complimentary snack table at their airline’s exclusive airport lounge? Yes, a trust fund or a corporate expense account are usually necessary to pay for this type of travel. However, economy class Read the rest of this entry »