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Great Women's Vacations in Woman's Day Magazine!!
Great Women's Vacations has been mentioned in an article in the May, 2011, issue of Woman's Day Magazine. The article, about planning a girlfriend getaway, has lots of tips on how to handle finances, responsibilities, etc - along with plenty of reasons you need to get away with "the girls"! We're mentioned at the end of the article, with other resources for planning your getaway.
Feb 3, 2012
Best Travel Deals, Cheap Vacations,Last Minute Vacations
We have the best travel deals and other good stuff - like one-time-only tours or other interesting vacations. Plus great prices on all-inclusive vacations, river cruises, and more.
Why Have Travel Prices Suddenly Jumped? Actually, they haven't!
If you've been shopping for airfare or a travel package, you may have noticed that prices have suddenly jumped, sometimes by quite a bit.
Why has this happened? Well, the US government has required airlines to include taxes and fuel surcharges in their airfares, instead of listing them separately.
Don't you hate when you find a cheap fare, but by the time you book it, the additional taxes and fees have doubled the cost? That's not supposed to happen anymore; the price you see will be the price you pay.
Foreign Independent Tours has explained this rather well, so I've included their statement here.....
Southwest Airlines, one of the few that had been offering slightly more leg room in economy seating, has redesigned its planes to add up to 6 additional seats in each.
The seat pitch will be reduced from the current 32 inches to 31 inches - which may not seem like much, but seats are cramped enough already!
In their defense, 31 inches is the industry standard, so they won't be any worse than any other airline. They just won't be better anymore.
And while their seats may be shrinking, mine certainly isn't!
Go Ahead Tours offers a number of group tours around the world, including cruises, walking tours, Food And Wine tours, and others. Here's a great vacation
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From the celebrating human endeavor at Olympics in London to celebrating the "end of the world" in Mexico, here are the best destinations to visit in 2012, according to USA Today...
This appeared in the London Telegraph and is geared to British travelers, but there are some great travel ideas for people everywhere. Some unusual destinations, too!
If you're looking for some unique vacation ideas for this year, start here....
March 31, 2012 Pleasanton, California For more than 35 years, the Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Club has sponsored the women-only Cinderella Classic
April 27 - 29, 2012 Delavan, WI Carolyn Gable, CEO of New Age Transportation, founder of Expect A Miracle Foundation and author of Everything I Know as
30th Jun-06th July 2012 USD PPS : $1682 This is Kenya’s Annual Highlight safari; Booking must be done at least 4 months in advance to secure accommodation
Smarter Travel has compiled a list of holiday getaway packages sure to make you want to pack your bags and go!
Included are a castle in Ireland, a tour of decorated Hearst Castle in California, beach vacations, shopping vacations, ski resorts - something for everyone!
Tierra Magnifica – Nosara, Costa Rica Yoga Rejuvecation retreat January 7 - 14, 2012 January 14 - 21, 2012 April 15-22, 2012 April 22-29, 2012 www.tierramagnifica.com
The Independent Traveler has 5 great holiday vacation ideas - from European Christmas Markets to visiting the family back home.
On the other hand, there are places you should avoid during the holidays - like casinos, theme parks and ski resorts (mostly overcrowded and overpriced, or just plain depressing).
Take a look at the list, and choose the best vacation idea for you!
There's nothing like twinkling lights to get me into the mood for the holidays. One of my favorite pastimes at this time of year is walking around town, looking at the brightly light homes and Christmas trees.
Yahoo Travel has compiled a list of the top 10 US cities for viewing holiday lights - they're all over the country, so there's bound to be one near you! Sounds like a great idea for a weekend getaway (and these cities have great shopping, too!). Road trip!!!
Cell Phone Etiquette - do you know "the rules" in other countries?
Cell phone usage is common all over the world - but cell phone etiquette varies!
This brief video gives you a few clues about what to do in European cities; my advice though - turn it off and just check for messages periodically. You're on vacation! Why are you on the phone in the first place???
Nov 8, 2011
Kauai Photos, Kauai Beach, Beach Resort Vacation
My Kauai photos were taken in March 2010 on our beach resort vacation on Kauai's eastern coast.
Taste of France Tour A small group of women (6) are the invited guests of an exceptional woman vintner just recently awarded a national merit honor for
I've heard of "pod" or capsule hotels, but I've never experienced it.
Here are a couple of videos showing a couple who stayed in a pod in Japan. I found the explanation of the origins of the Japanese pods interesting, and the second video, with their reactions.
As they explain, it's a step up from camping or a hostel, but their hotel was clean and comfortable!
I've just added this to the page on Hawaii beaches; it's a very short collage of photos I've taken on my Hawaii vacations (including Kauai, Maui, and the Big Island of Hawaii). I hope you enjoy it, and that it might inspire you to take a trip to one of my favorite places on earth! (fares are cheaper in fall, too!)
While it's a little late for attending Oktoberfest in Munich (it ends this weekend), there might be a celebration in your town. These tips are just kind of fun and interesting.
Maybe you'll get to Munich next year; in the meantime, amaze your friends with your inside knowledge of these traditions!
A New York getaway is the perfect girls getaway weekend! Shopping, sightseeing, NYC walking tours, and , of course, Broadway - all are waiting for you in New York!
The Kohler Company - yes, known for faucets and toilets - is getting into glamping. They're planning a new luxury camping resort on the shores of Lake Michigan, due to open in 2013.
It's really not as strange as it sounds; Kohler is also the owner of The American Club, the only 5-star resort in Wisconsin, and Whistling Straits golf course, host of PGA tournaments. The American Club is home of Waters Spa, one of the best in the midwest, and the new glamping resort will have a spa facility, too.
This is just an hour from my home, so I'm getting pretty excited! Hope you'll check it out, too!
Travel Accessories for Women: Victorinox Travel Organizer,Red,One Size
Victorinox Travel Organizer,Red,One Size This slim, zippered travel wallet holds everything! There are pockets and slots for airline tickets, passports,
