Travel Tips and Guides:Montreal’s Lively Quartier Latin

August 25th, 2010 by admin

Montreal is filled with atmospheric neighborhoods. The city’s core is characterized by unique shopping venues and high-end nightlife spots. The nearby neighborhood known as Old Montreal is known for its classy and quaint streets and its subtle old world vibe. Perhaps one of the city’s Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tips and Guide:Navigating Montreal: How to Get Around the City

August 25th, 2010 by admin

Montreal, like other major cities in North America, can be difficult to navigate. The fact that English is not the majority language (Montreal is the world’s third largest French-speaking city) can make travel around the city seem a bit intimidating to non-Francophone visitors. But, Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tips:The Steven Slater Controversy and Unwritten Rules of Flying

August 25th, 2010 by admin

Former JetBlue flight attendant Steven Slater made headlines when he cursed out an unruly passenger over his plane’s public address system. He flipped out after the passenger refused to check a bag that was too large for the overhead compartment. During the altercation, the overhead Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tips and Guide:Destination of the Week: San Juan

August 25th, 2010 by admin

Often called the “Island of Enchantment,” San Juan, Puerto Rico is the perfect Caribbean destination for U.S. travelers for many reasons. First, there is the ease of travel; U.S. citizens do not need a passport to enter this U.S. Territory. Not only is this great for non-passport Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Guide:Salsa Dancing in Puerto Rico

August 25th, 2010 by admin

Salsa, the meeting point of European and African culture in dance, has been heavily influenced by Puerto Rico. The first seeds of the complex genre that we know as salsa today were sown in 1960s New York, where immigrants such as Tito Puente and Willie Colon made the music and dance Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Guide:Top 10 Most Extravagant Hotels Worldwide

August 25th, 2010 by admin

There are a handful of extravagant hotels that command rates in the five-figure range—per night. Here are 10 of the most posh places to rest your head for the evening. Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tips and Guide:Hotel of the Week: Hyatt Regency Orange County

August 25th, 2010 by admin

There’s no shortage of hotels around Disneyland in Anaheim, but with a recent million renovation, two new restaurants, and a slew of unique features and amenities, the Hyatt Regency Orange County offers plenty to set it apart from its competitors. Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tips and Guide:Dreamsack Pillow Case and More

August 20th, 2010 by admin

Always travel in comfort by bringing your own full-sized pillowcase wherever you go. Among this week’s selection of gadgets and accessories are a travel pack to shield you from germs, an eyeglass repair kit, and a luxurious hand salve. Read the rest of this entry »