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Zimbabwe Africa - Victoria Falls

Posted by Teresa on May 6, 2008 at 6:42pm

In Zimbabwe, Africa, you will find the magnificent Victoria Falls at a height of 128mThe location is known as 'The Devil's Swimming Pool'.During the months of September and December, people can swim as close as possible to the edge of the falls without falling over!These falls are becoming well known amongst the 'radical tourist' industry as more and more people search for the ultimate experience.Thanks to Itiel for sharing.Would you dare?

Hotel New York is Not in New York

Posted by Evette on May 6, 2008 at 6:32pm

The Hotel New York is a modern hotel and café-restaurant situated in one of the most attractive spots in Rotterdam. On the outside, the former head office of the Holland-Amerika Line has a cosmopolitan feel: it's facade is symmetrical in design, with balconies, dormer windows, towers and decorations; most grand hotels built around 1880 adhered to that style. In addition, the building is magnificently situated, with views of the city's skyline, the harbour and the river. At night you can experience the peace and tranquillity of a hotel on the water. From the building's many vantage points, you can watch the often spectacular sunsets, while the windows afford views of the clouds and city lights.Hotel New York has 72 rooms, including two tower rooms and a penthouse which is for rent for longer periods of time. The rooms are fitted with en suite bathroom and toilet, shower and/or bath, telephone and television. They are spacious, with high ceilings, and most offer a view of the river. The hotel is located a short distance from trams, subway, bus or just walk into city center where you'll find shopping, culture and a visitor's center for friendly help.

Where is everyone traveling in USA in "2008"?

Posted by Teresa on April 29, 2008 at 11:30pm

Hello Everyone. Wanted to share with you the TOP destinations where folks are traveling in the United States in "2008". Out of this list of destinations, Walt Disney World is the feature for this BLOG.Walt Disney World

Disney WorldDisney World is a huge resort complexWalt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is not just a theme park, but a huge resort complex covering 47 square miles. The resort contains four separate theme parks, three water parks and 99 holes of golf on several different courses. Miles of outdoor recreation are available including hiking, biking, boating and swimming. It has three separate areas containing shopping, dining and entertainment facilities as well as a fourth area with nightclubs. A fairly new addition to the resort is the state of the art sports complex where Disney hosts a wide variety of sporting events. Finally, there are about 18 Disney owned and operated hotels and several non-Disney hotels in the resort. All this combined with many other attractions in the Orlando and central Florida area can be quite overwhelming.Cinderella's CastleNo other Disney Park equals Disney World in FloridaNo other Disney resort comes close to the size and diversity of Disney World Florida. If you have previously visited one of the other Disney resorts such as Disneyland California, Disneyland Paris or the new Disneyland Tokyo, you should still visit Disney World in Orlando, Florida. All other Disney resorts consist of a single theme park and are quite small compared to the massive resort complex in Florida. Each of the other parks are no larger than the Magic Kingdom theme park in Disney World, which is only one small part of the complex. Remember, that only the resort in Orlando, Florida is referred to as Disney World or Walt Disney World. The other parks are usually called Disneyland. The size and diversity of the Disney World resort ensures that it will probably remain the number one vacation destination in the world for years to come.DWTickets is your discount source for all central Florida attractions, including Disney World Tickets, Sea World tickets, Orlando Dinner Shows, Pirates Adventure, Arabian Nights, and Park Hopper Tickets. Buy your Disney Tickets today at DWTickets.com.The main attractions at the resort are divided into four theme-parksMagic Kingdom, the first theme park built at the resort, has rides, shows and attractions divided among seven fantasy areas. This is the place to find all your favorite Disney characters and attractions.Epcot, the second theme park built at the resort, is divided into two areas: Future World and World Showcase. The attractions in Future World are based on modern and futuristic advances in communication, transportation, energy, agriculture and much more. World Showcase allows you to explore culture, cuisine, shopping and entertainment from many countries including Canada, UK, France, Japan, Morocco, US, Italy, Germany, China, Norway and Mexico.Light ParadeThe Disney-MGM Studios offers behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movies and popular TV shows and provides live original shows. There are also a number of thrilling rides or attractions based on blockbuster movies, which provide exciting stunts and amazing special effects.Animal Kingdom is the newest and largest theme park to open in the Disney World resort. This 500-acre park is divided into three areas: The Real, The Mythical and The Extinct. The Real area features live animals in exotic landscapes and provides a safari-like experience. In The Mythical area, guests come face-to-face with magical and make believe creatures. In the Extinct Area, dinosaurs come to life.Disney TransportationThe Water Parks are a great way to cool offThe four theme parks are the heart of Disney World, but there are many other attractions including three full-sized water parks. Typhoon Lagoon is a tropically landscaped 56-acre water park based around a huge wave pool that covers 2.5 acres and holds 2.75 million gallons of water. At certain times the pool is even used for surfing. Blizzard Beach is Disney's newest and largest water park and the most interesting. It is made to look like a snow-covered ski-resort and offers the most slides and the most thrilling attractions. River Country, the first water park built at Disney World, is actually a roped-off section of Bay Lake and is designed to give the feeling of "an old swimming hole." It is the most tame and relaxing. Spending a day at one of the Disney World water parks can be a pleasant break from the theme parks as well as a great way to cool off from the hot Florida sun.There are many recreational activitiesDisney World offers lots of outdoor recreation. It has five challenging 18-hole golf courses as well as a 9-hole beginner's course and a 36-hole miniature golf course for family fun. If you prefer tennis there are many courts throughout the resort including Disney's Contemporary Resort Racquet Club. Water sports are plentiful including water-skiing, parasailing, fishing and many types of boat rental. For the extremely adventurous, there is the Richard Petty driving experience where you can drive an actual Nascar racing car. The car has about 600 hp and can attain speeds of up to 160 mph.Disney World even offers cruises and educationDisney World has still more vacation options such as the Disney Institute and the new Disney Cruise Line. The Disney Institute offers many great hands-on classes designed for fun and education. It is located in the Disney World resort so you are still close to all the other attractions as well. The Disney cruise line combines a Disney World resort vacation with a Caribbean cruise. You stay at the resort in Florida for several days, then board a Disney cruise ship and sail to Disney's own private-island resort in the Bahamas.The Official Ticket Center is Orlando's #1 discount attraction ticket broker agency, serving millions around the world. All prices are TAX INCLUDED with no hidden fees for Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, Sea World Orlando, and other World Famous Attraction Theme Parks. Discounted Dinner Show tickets also available for Arabian Nights, Sea World's Makahiki Luau, Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show, Pirates Dinner Show Adventure and Medieval Times Save time and money without standing in line at the theme park ticket windows.Work at Disney and earn college creditsDisney World has a special college program for young adults. Students can earn college credits while working and living in the Disney World resort. This program is extremely popular with young adults from around the world. Several links are included for anyone wanting more information.As you can see, there is plenty to do at Walt Disney World, and there are many other attractions in the Orlando area and the rest of Florida. Some planning is required to get the most out of your Disney vacation but don't worry, the planning can be half the fun.Written by: Gerry LecoLas Vegas

On any given evening in Las Vegas, you will find hundreds of entertainment events such as the renown Las Vegas stage shows, world class sporting events, performances by world famous entertainers plus music, dance and comedy at large and small venues throughout the city. This city never seems to sleep. The frivolity continues long into the night and the serious gamblers continue their pursuit of riches until well after the morning sun has risen on a new day.Written by: Mike LecoLos Angeles

Los Angeles is the largest city in California and the second largest city in the United States of America. It is located on the southern coast of California about 75 miles (120km) north of the Mexican border and 400 miles (600km) south of San Francisco. The original name of the city was "El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de los Angeles" or "The Village of Our Lady the Queen of Angels", but the name was shortened for obvious reasons.Written by: Mike LecoTop Photo Credit: Mike Leco © USATourist.comPhoto Description: Downtown Los Angeles- San Francisco

San Francisco is on the coast of California about 400 miles north of Los Angeles. It is situated along the shore of a large bay sheltered behind the California Coastal Mountains. The city is renown for its steep streets with panoramic views of beautiful San Francisco Bay and the surrounding mountains. It has a very moderate climate with warm summers and chilly winters but without extremes. Constant breezes off of the Pacific Ocean keep the summers from becoming too hot and also prevent freezing winter weather. Take a sweater, as the evening breezes can be quite brisk all year round!Written by: Mike LecoTop Photo Credit: © J. Paul MeurantPhoto Description: Golden Gate BridgeOrlando

Orlando is located in central Florida 75 miles northeast of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater Beach. It is 50 miles due west of Cape Canaveral, the Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Best known as the home of Disney World, this city is also the center of the largest concentration of family entertainment attractions in the world.Written by: Mike LecoMiami

Miami is located on the Atlantic coast of Florida at the southern tip. It is warm year around and usually very hot and humid during the summer months. Most tourists prefer to visit during October through April. Outdoor sports and swimming are open all seasons, so be sure to take your swimming suit and plenty of cool clothing. A sun hat and a good sunscreen are essential even in the winter months. In Miami, dress is always casual, with sundresses, jeans or walking shorts appropriate during the day. A few higher-class restaurants require jackets and ties, but most do not.Hundreds of thousands of Hispanic immigrants from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Central America and South America have settled in Miami. Spanish is spoken almost everywhere in the city. Many signs are in both English and Spanish especially those near the Latin district known locally as "Little Havana". Cubans originally settled in the area around Calle Ocho Street (Southwest Eighth Street) more than 20 years ago. Today, this colorful area embraces immigrants from all over Latin America.Written by: JoaneNew York City

New York City is located on the eastern coast of the United States about 1000 miles north of Florida and 200 miles South of Boston. It is situated at the mouth of the Hudson River, and is divided into five districts called boroughs. Long Island stretches almost 100 miles to the east of New York City and the state of New Jersey lies just across the Hudson River to the west. The "Big Apple", as the city is often called, is the largest city in the US with over 7 million residents. It is filled with a diverse mixture of inhabitants including immigrants from many countries. Some of its many neighborhoods, such as Chinatown, Little Italy, and Spanish Harlem reflect the rich ethnic heritages of the resident's original homelands.Manhattan and Central ParkWritten by: Mike Leco

This City Welcomes Everyone - Daytime and Nighttime! Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Posted by Evette on May 6, 2008 at 6:27pm

Discover the many aspects of this dynamic city along the river Maas during a city walk. Various walks have been mapped out to explore Rotterdam on foot.Museum parkMuseum Park lies in the heart of Rotterdam. The Netherlands Architecture Institute, the Chabot Museum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, the Kunsthal and the Nature Museum surround the park. Architect Rem Koolhaas and landscape architect Yves Brunier designed Museum Park. In addition to taking you through the modern city park, it also shows you the 19th-century Scheepvaartkwartier.Kop van ZuidKop van Zuid is one of the most interesting parts of downtown Rotterdam. During a 1.5-hour-walk you will become acquainted with this great building project. Each part has its own characteristics, while the water of the river Maas is a constantly recurring element. For a description of this walking route, please go to the Information Center Kop van Zuid.DelfshavenDelfshaven is a historic area that was not ruined by the bombing during World War II. Here you can see what Rotterdam looked like before this war: canals, alleyways, stately mansions and an old harbor. No route has been mapped out through this part of Rotterdam but it is easy to roam around this lovely quarter on your own.City walkThe Rotterdam Tourist Information Office also has a city walk. This walk takes you past the most interesting places in downtown Rotterdam.Rotterdam's nightlife includes among other highlight's"Rotterdam has many great hangouts. Delftshaven, Veerhaven and Westelijk Handelsterrein are only a few of the harbour areas where you'll find a wide selection of restaurants and bars. As soon as the weather allows, pavement cafés appear, so you can enjoy a drink or a bite to eat whilst watching the world go by. Rotterdam's club scene is renowned in Holland and fast gaining a reputation in the UK. Not surprisingly, many of Holland's top DJs hail from the city. An abundance of bars, clubs and quirky galleries can be found in areas like the Witte de With Straat and Binnenweg in the heart of Rotterdam. From traditional narrow wooden brown cafés to stylish bars and swanky clubs, make sure you don’t miss out on these!B.U.M.B. (Bar Underground Music Bunker, Weena Zuid 33)Located in a former tunnel passage way directly under the Weena, you’ll find B.U.M.B. Each Thursday it hosts Bionic night with different types of music: disco, electric, pop and urban. On Fridays house music rules the scene. On Saturdays different styles of music are mixed. On Sundays and the rest of the week different promoters organise hot events in B.U.M.B.Club Rotterdam( Wilhelminakade 699)Last year Club Rotterdam has opened her doors. A small club for open minded, trendy people.Club Rotterdam is part of a concept with a cocktail bar and a restaurant. Resident DJ's Chezz, St. Paul and L-Diablo give you music from Kelis to the Beatles and from Marvin Gaye to BasementJaxx.Now&Wow (Maashaven 22)Rotterdam’s ultra modern nightclub recently opened at its splendid new location at the Maasthaven. Open every Saturday from 23.00 - 06.00 it offers everything from progressive house to disco. Its special theme nights like Flirt and Superbimbo are a must.Thalia Lounge (Kruiskade 31)This trendy lounge club situated in an old cinema has five different levels and many national and international DJ's play here every week. Open from 22.00 till 04.00 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.Nighttown (West Kruiskade 28)One of the first house temples in the South of Holland, Nighttown's music is mainly hardcore and mellow. Live performances are held weekly and (inter)national DJ's perform regularly. For seven years, DJ Michel de Hey used to be a resident DJ here on Fridays before having to reassess his commitments when club dates throughout the world came a calling.Off_Corso (Kruiskade 22)Off-Corso, just across from the Thalia Lounge has been laid out over a few levels. The main room is where the action is with the DJ booth on the centre stage - so no one needs to miss out the action! In between bouts, relax in the front room where laid back grooves are played.Club vibes (Westersingel 50)More at the commercial end of the market you’ll find Vibes. The music varies from R&B throughout the ages to 70's discos and Motown. Open from 23:00 till 05:00.Rotown (Nieuwe Binnenweg 19)A great place to do a spot of pre-clubbing! Expect to hear Basement Jaxx mixed into Aretha Franklin and a bit of Sean Paul mixed in. Regular live bands perform. Open daily from 11.00 till 01.00, dancing on Saturdays from 22.00 till 02.00.Jackie RD (Maasboulevard 300)www.jackieclub.comThe eye-catching DJ booth in the centre accommodates Jackie resident DJ Yücel Saraç, who has created an entirely new ambiance of sound. Different styles of classic jazz, hot-blooded Latin, rhythm & soul and glamour house are fused into a new, flashy music experience. Open from 18.00 till 02.00 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. On Thursdays from 17.00 till 03.00 and on Fridays and Saturdays from 17.00 till 04.00.Baja Beachclub (Karel Doormanstraat 10-12)www.baja.nlThe Baja Beach Club represents entertainment in a tropical setting with an exciting atmosphere. The entryway is made from a 3.5-meter beach ball and the music is played from a speedboat.Every first Tuesday of the month is an After Work Party, where people come straight from work to the Baja Beach Club for a delicious buffet and live performances. Baja Beach Club presents Champagne Night every Thursday evening, Party Night on Friday and Saturday evening and Ladies Night on Sunday evening.Hyper hyper (Mauritsweg 5)www.hyperhyper.nlUltra trendy dance cafe. A very stylish red and white interior provides perfect surroundings for lounging and dancing. Easy going atmosphere, most people start their going out-night here. Free entrance. Open from 20.00 till 03.00 from Thursday till Saturday.

Learn Spanish in Mexico and Immerse Yourself in the Culture at the Same Time!

Posted by Evette on May 6, 2008 at 6:18pm

Build your confidence!Attending a course in Mexico is a great way to learn Spanish, improve your existing skills, or master your advanced level.The Spanish Institute: Learn Spanish in Merida or in PueblaHighly regarded Spanish Language School that has received many awards including the "2006-2007 Excelsis Award" for excellence in education. Our students learn from the outset to think and express themselves in Spanish as they take classes and live in Mexico. Two locations to choose from.Learn Spanish in Merida or PueblaThere's no better way of learning than to be among the people who share the same goals as you, while at the same time, you are helping each other to progress and improve your understanding and, importantly with a foreign language - build your confidence - in speaking Spanish with others around you.Whether you're an absolute beginner, someone who wants to build on existing knowledge at an intermediate level or looking to master the language, you'll find a course somewhere to suit your needs.If you have the time and resources available to you and you want to get immersed in learning Spanish, there is no better - and faster - way of learning good Spanish than by attending a residential language course in Mexico.If you plan to visit Mexico frequently, for business or perhaps as part of a retirement plan, then taking a Spanish course in Mexico could be one of the best investments you make in your personal-development. Besides learning a foreign language faster and more effectively than you could do at home, you'll have lots of fun, meets interesting people, and enjoy the privilege of mixing learning with pleasure on your visit to Mexico.Take the time you needYou can take part in a residential course for as long as you like. Generally soeaking, people stay for between one week and six months depending on their goals, lifestyle and budget.IMAC Spanish Language Programs: Guadalajara, MexicoOver 35 years of experience. Spanish courses in Mexico, Costa Rica, Argentina, Ecuador, Chile and Spain. Visit our web site to find a price list, maps, course activities and much more. Practice your Spanish with native speaker students.Spanish Language Programs, GuadalajaraSpanish language centers charge a course fee, and arrange for accommodation to be provided in someone's home, with a local family. This is particularly important, as living with Mexican family helps you to become immersed in the culture and forces you use the language skills you are acquiring on the course. It also speeds up the pace at which you learn and makes the experience more enjoyable and authentic.Language schools usually quote the price of the course and accommodation in the total price. The families they work with are carefully chosen and are often families that are used to having student lodgers.If you prefer to make your own arrangements for accommodation, for example, if you prefer to stay at a local hotel or rent your own apartment (for longer stays) then the lodging element of the package is discounted and you only pay for the language course.Class Sizes and FeesClass sizes are small (usually 5 or 6 people max), and teaching lasts about 5 hours a day. This is an ideal situation for accelerated learning as the small class sizes enable you to get a good level of personal attention while still benefting from group learning, and social interaction.Encuentros Spanish Language Study in Beautiful CuernavacaFun, functional courses for professionals, travelers and students. Includes workshops that encompass visits in town to apply your knowledge and raise your your learning experience. Highly personalized classes of four students (max) per teacher. New classes begin every week! Visit our web site for full course descriptions.Encuentros Spanish Language SchoolIn addition to the classroom work, many courses also incorporate practical workshops into their curriculum. For example, they may take students on a shopping expedition in the town's local market so that they may practice what they have been learning in the classroom in a real-life situation.Fees for spanish classes in Mexico vary depending on the school, the location, the length of the course and the services offered. As a rule of thrumb, you should expect to pay around US$300 a week for classes (5 days); a fee which will include up to 7 days of accommodation and 3 meals a day.Using a vacation to Learn Spanish in Mexico is not just a great learning experience, it's a lot of fun and does not have to break your budget.You may consider using part of your vacation time in Mexico to learn spanish and, for example, spend the other part of your vacation relaxing or touring other parts of Mexico or the region near to where you have been studying.Also See: Guide to Travel Experiences in MexicoGet immersed and learn quickly!The great thing about residential language courses, is that they take place in local surroundings, so everywhere you go you'll be surrounded by the language.If you stay with a local family, you'll be encouraged to speak more Spanish even outside of class and your confidence will build very quickly indeed! When you're walking in the street, you'll see adverts and signs in Spanish, the people around you will be talking Spanish, the radio you listen to and the television you watch - will also be in Spanish, and all this helps your learning.There is no better way to learn a foreign language than to be surrounded by it!

Why you need Travel Insurance

Posted by Teresa on April 26, 2008 at 9:49pm

Is Travel Insurance necessary?This is one of those topics that nobody likes to discuss but everyone needs to discuss. Let’s face it. You need travel insurance when you go on a trip. Buying it before you leave is a necessary part of travel planning. Travel is an uncertain activity that can often go wrong. We are fallible, fragile human beings whose lives can never be entirely uneventful, and who sometimes fall ill while traveling, or need to cancel a trip for a dozen reasons, or interrupt it in mid-course. We need travel insurance and it’s easy and inexpensive to obtain. The most basic type of coverage costs about $5.50 per every thousand covered. However, prices will vary by the type of coverage you choose and the traveler’s age. All travel vendors offer some type of cancellation or trip interruption insurance and those policies can be included in the cost of the trip whether you book them on line or directly with the vendor.Think you don’t need insurance. Think again. These are some typical situations all covered by various policies. Without insurance, what would you do?It’s 10PM and your family arrives at the airport for a connecting flight only to find that the flight has been cancelled. How do you get your family home?Your traveling companion’s bag was lost with his insulin inside. He needs help to locate his bag as soon as possible and his emergency prescription filled. Who do you call?Your first trip to Europe, and your passport and wallet are stolen. Where do you turn for emergency cash, and how will you get your passport replaced?Your spouse is involved in an accident and adequate medical treatment is not available. Who will help arrange and pay for a medical evacuation?Your cruise line, airline or tour operator goes bankrupt. Who will pay for your non-refundable expenses? Who will help get you to your destination?If your sister-in-law becomes seriously ill and you choose to cancel your trip, what happens to your non-refundable deposits or pre-payments?You are at a beach resort in North Carolina, and are forced to evacuate due to an approaching hurricane. Who will help you evacuate and who will reimburse your lost vacation?Selecting the right type of travel insurance can cover all of these situations.If you are like most of us, you don’t just look forward to your vacations, you need them. Protect your vacation investment. Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for a vacation is even worse. Everyone needs travel insurance for every trip. Don’t leave home without it.

Journeys for Women - share an extraordinary experience with like-minded women

Posted by Debrah on April 29, 2008 at 3:40pm

Gather your sisters, friends or women's group for an exciting globe-spanning adventure in an exotic part of the world. Come and listen to enlightening lectures by renowned women and excursions geared toward women's interests.Below are highlights of excredible journeys to explore in 2008:Highlights of China, departing September 26Celebrate the wonders of China from a female perspective on an introductory tour to Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, with a three-night Yangzi River cruise. Learn about the roles women have played in China's long history when you meet with museum specialists; art researchers; architects and historians; and Yu Sai Khan, Shanghai's leading female innovator and a successful TV host.Highlights of Northern India, departing October 4Observe the remnants of 5,000 years of history and the kaleidoscope of cultures, religions and landscapes in Northern India. Attend lectures on women's initiatives, go on shopping excursions, visit a bead-making venue in Varanasi and witness an Aarti ceremony on the Ganges. Join socialite art collector Mrs. Poonam Sarin for cocktails and dinner in her gallery and Design Your Day in Jaipur.Highlights of Chile and Argentina, departing October 7Culinary expeditions, wine tastings, after-hours visits to handicraft markets and spa visits fill this journey to Santiago, the Chilean Lake District, Alpine-like Bariloche and bustling Buenos Aires. Visit the unique Fashion Museum in Santiago, help a Chilean chef and his wife prepare lunch in their apartment and look for bargains with your own personal shopper in Buenos Aires.Bordeaux, Provence and the Riviera, departing October 16Great food, superb wine, tantalizing chocolate and the scents of lush French perfume. This luxurious journey takes you to the wine region of Bordeaux for a chance to participate in a wine-blending workshop and a cooking lesson. Sample artisan chocolate in picturesque Provence and blend your own fragrance in a perfume creation workshop on the glamorous Côte d'Azur.Highlights of Egypt, departing October 30This introduction to Egypt visits Cairo's best-known sites and the treasures of the Nile on a four-night cruise aboard A&K's own luxury cruiser MS 'Sun Boat IV.' Exclusive features include a private lesson on the art of belly dancing and a guest lecture by Egyptologist Manal Saad, whose current work involves bridging the gap between Western and Middle Eastern civilizations.Wings Over Botswana, departing November 4Fly deep into the wilderness of Botswana's remote Okavango Delta, an oasis in an otherwise water-starved land, on Wings Over Botswana. Continue your adventure with an optional extension to Cape Town and the winelands, including a unique and rewarding visit to the Amy Biehl Foundation.Courtesy of Abercrombie & Kent.com

Hot spots for volunteer travel - Improve your cultural literacy and become a better business leader

Posted by Debrah on April 16, 2008 at 2:32pm

By Rebecca RuizForbesupdated 10:44 a.m. CT, Mon., Feb. 11, 2008Until last year, Tom Glassanos, a 52-year-old Bay Area entrepreneur, had engaged in philanthropy largely through donations to charitable causes. It was an e-mail from his 17-year-old son, which included a link to a Web site called Cross-Cultural Solutions, that began to change his perspective.The site described volunteer opportunities in 15 different countries, and Glassanos was intrigued by the idea of volunteering while on vacation. His son's timing was opportune as Glassanos' private electronic billing company, Xign, had just been acquired by JPMorgan Chase. Glassanos was then free to travel with his wife and son to Rabat, Morocco, where they spent one month holding different volunteer positions during the week and exploring the North African country on the weekends.No one is tracking the number of American executives trading in a five-star European vacation for a few weeks of volunteering abroad, but the trend has gained traction as business leaders like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett have drawn attention to the power of philanthropy in resource-poor nations. Executives and professionals have increasingly looked to volunteer travel for career enhancement, personal fulfillment and improved cultural literacy."It's as much a way for a volunteer's life to be touched by others," says Glassanos of his experience teaching Moroccan women computer and business skills. "It gave me an opportunity to explore the world and what was important to them."Feel-good travel trendsVolunteer travel is not a new phenomenon; Cross-Cultural Solutions began operating international volunteer programs in 1995 and, of course, programs like the Peace Corps and the U.K. Volunteer Service Overseas have promoted foreign volunteering for decades.The travel industry, however, is recognizing a growing interest in vacations that combine aid work with weekend sightseeing or cultural immersion. Last year, CheapTickets and United Way partnered to create an online search tool that combines domestic volunteer listings and travel options.A Travelocity survey of 1,017 people in late 2007 found that 17.7 percent of respondents had previously taken a vacation with a volunteer or philanthropic component. Of those, trips with a focus on conservation, education and health care were the most popular.Why and how to goMost "voluntourists" prefer philanthropic traveling to traditional vacations, and executives are no different. Executives frequently hope the experience will further define their career, according to Dava Antoniotti, director of program enrollment for CCS."A lot of people are used to the daily grind, and they're questioning the direction of altruism in their careers," says Antoniotti. She notes that executives often find trips more fulfilling than just donating money, and that some take their families as well.With several companies sponsoring volunteer trips, there are numerous opportunities to incorporate one's professional or personal interests. The international volunteer company i-to-i features programs like coaching soccer in Tanzania or teaching English in China. uVolunteer sends travelers to Ecuador to assist people indigenous to the Amazon rainforest with community development, while media and graphic design professionals work on editorial projects in Bolivia.Success storyJohn Wood, a former Microsoft executive, traveled to Nepal in 1998 with no intention to do philanthropic work. But an encounter with a school district resource officer who decried the area's lack of educational resources changed Wood's mind. The next year, he formed Room to Read, a nonprofit that has built schools and libraries in Southeast Asia and South Africa."The cliché now is prosperity with a purpose," says Wood, "and at that point I didn't know what the purpose was." Now, Wood's organization offers trips for volunteers, including employees of Accenture and PepsiCo, which both support Room to Read, to visit the schools.Antoniotti says that a number of businesses have approached CCS inquiring about extending volunteer travel trips to their staff. CCS partners currently include Salesforce, The Cartoon Network and AIO Group."They're encouraging staff members to [travel] because we live in a global community," says Antoniotti. "They need a level of cultural competence, working with a team across language barriers. It's also a great benefit."Pricing varies widely based on the destination and the services provided by the organization, which can be as basic as sharing a home with a host family to living in a home owned by the company and staffed with locals. Packages often don't include the price of airfare, either.And before deciding on a program, Charlotte Hindle, author of "Volunteer: A Traveler's Guide to Making a Difference Around the World," says it's important to consider the ethical implications of volunteer travel."Make sure you're not taking a job from a local person," she says. "People see volunteering with rose-tinted glasses and think [they're] going to really contribute. That's not necessarily the case."© 2008 Forbes.com

The Divas are heading to Tahiti...Join Us!

Posted by Margaret Salmond on April 15, 2008 at 7:49pm

The World Wide Divas, my Womens Only Travel Club, is hitting the road and traveling to paradise. We are heading to Tahiti for 1 week of relaxing bliss and shopping.Care to join us? Are you a Diva that needs to chill and see the world?Join us...Head over to worldwidedivas.ning.com

Flow of artists, expats turns Chiang Mai into hot spot

Posted by Debrah on April 12, 2008 at 3:30pm

April 13, 2008New York TimesBy JOSHUA KURLANTZICKBLESSED with a cooler climate than Bangkok and buffered by lush mountains, Chiang Mai has long served as a backpacker’s gateway to Thailand’s northern reaches. But an influx of Thai artists and Western expatriates has turned this quiet city into a vibrant destination in its own right. Design studios have sprung up in town, fusing traditional Thai with modern twists. Age-old curries are now paired with Australian red wines and croissants. The area around Nimanhaemin Road now looks like South Beach, packed with BMWs and Art Deco homes, alongside contemporary art galleries run by young Thais with purple hair and nose rings. But traditional Chiang Mai is still there. Walk away from Nimanhaemin into the old city and you’ll see shaved monks meditating and backpackers chowing down on banana pancakes.Friday3 p.m.1) OLD KINGDOMPacked with crumbling old stupas, jewel-encrusted temples and wooden houses, Chiang Mai’s central old city hasn’t lost its old charm. And since Chiang Mai was once the capital of the Lanna kingdom, its temples and other historic sites have a unique look, with starker lines and darker woods. Start a long walk at Wat Chiang Man, the city’s oldest temple, built in the late 13th century, and then wander southwest, to Wat Chedi Luang, which houses a giant, partly damaged traditional Lanna-style stupa. Get your exercise by continuing on for about a mile, southeast, just past the old city walls, where you can stop for a break at a branch of Wawee Coffee, a local chain serving northern Thai joe. (Inside the Suriwong Book Center; Sri Donchai Road, near the intersection with Thanon Chang Khlan.)6 p.m.2) BODY SHOPThe bumpy roads can take their toll on your legs. Rejuvenate them at the Ban Sabai Town (17/7 Charoenprathet Road; 66-53-285-204). The spa offers aromatherapy and other treatments, but the specialty is, of course, Thai massage — a method that emphasizes stretching. The masseuse pulls and prods your limbs in every direction, like a chiropractor. Your muscles might be tempted to scream, but they’ll end up feeling like soft butter. An hourlong Thai massage costs 1,900 baht (or around $60 at 32 baht to the dollar), far less than you would pay at most hotel spas.8 p.m.3) CRABS AND KARAOKEFor a taste of the city’s cosmopolitan edge, stroll along the Ping River, where university students and young professionals gather at a strip of rollicking restaurants that serve modern Thai, Japanese and Western food. Among the liveliest is the Good View (13 Charoen Raj Road; 66-53-302-764; www.goodview.co.th), a sprawling pub and restaurant where the young patrons sing along to live Thai country and rock music, while downing pitchers of beer and shots of Johnnie Walker. Try the geng som, a soup flavored with a sour Thai orange, and the poo phat pong kari, crab stir-fried with yellow curry. Dinner for two people costs about 1,000 baht.Saturday7 a.m.4) HOLY MOUNTAINGet up early — it’s worth it — for the classic Chiang Mai experience: a morning hike on Doi Suthep, the 5,498-foot peak that overlooks the city. Many residents consider Doi Suthep a holy mountain, and hike it as often as they can. Head to the base of Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, a Buddhist temple that, according to legend, dates from the 14th century, and is topped by a glittering gold chedi. On a clear day, the temple’s terraces afford views across northern Thailand. You’ll see Thailand old and new: monks in sandals begging for rice and young couples smooching in the corner (a taboo among older, more conservative Thais).Noon5) RENEWABLE DESIGNSChiang Mai has become a design laboratory, with foreign and Thai designers blending traditional styles with minimalist lines. Head to Nimanhaemin Road, a major design drag, for boutiques that sell textiles, pottery and other crafts. Thai art students wander the street in packs, occasionally whipping out sketchpads. Stores like Studio Kachama (10-12 Nimanhaemin Soi 1; 66-53-219-499) and Gerard Collection (6/23-24 Nimanhaemin Road 66-53-220-604; www.gerardcollection.com) sell funky lamps with shades made from local mulberry paper, furniture constructed from bamboo and women’s suits made from a traditional, thick-spun cotton.2 p.m.6) CLASSIC CURRIESNew, stylish bistros have colonized the city, but true fans of northern Thai cuisine — which incorporates Burmese and Chinese spices, and is lighter than southern Thai cooking — congregate at the classic Huen Phen (112 Rachamankha Road; 66-53-814-548). The restaurant’s cramped tables are packed with taxi drivers who dig into heaps of steaming curries and fiery salads. Have the khao soi, a delicious mix of creamy curry, crispy egg noodles, slices of pickled cabbage and bits of shallot and lime. Lunch for two is about 300 baht.4 p.m.7) ARTIST CROPIn recent years, many of Thailand’s best-known artists have moved to Chiang Mai from Bangkok. Several have won global recognition: Araya Rasdjarmrearnsook, a performance artist who reads poetry to corpses, was featured at the 2006 Venice Biennale. And Navin Rawanchaikul, who paints cartoonlike murals inside taxis and tuk-tuks, has exhibited his work at P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center in New York. For emerging talents, visit La Luna Gallery (190 Charoen Raj Road; 66-53-306-678; www.lalunagallery.com).9 p.m.8) SPICE MARKETFor a late dinner, the fashionable crowd migrates to Dalaabaa (113 Bumrungraj Road; 66-53-242-491; www.dalaabaa.com) for cocktails and small Thai plates like spicy squid salad. The midcentury modern bungalow is furnished with eclectic furniture, polished wood and tons of glass, as if Frank Lloyd Wright had gone East. The young crowd includes rail-thin women in slinky black dresses smoking from long cigarette holders, Frenchmen tossing back martinis, and students with ponytails and wispy mustaches engrossed in conversations about Buddhism and art. Dinner with drinks for two is about 1,200 baht.Sunday7 a.m.9) TUSK TIMEEvery travel guide recommends an elephant ride, but the typical trip involves a short, bumpy elephant walk led by a bored trainer. Skip that and take a taxi instead to the Thai Elephant Conservation Center (www.changthai.com) between Chiang Mai and the town of Lampang. The center will not only teach you how to command and handle a tusker, but also how to honor the pachyderm, a revered animal in Thailand. Classes, which last most of the day, start at 3,500 baht.4 p.m.10) ROCK OUTWith its cooler climate and rugged terrain, Chiang Mai has become the hub for adventure sports, including rafting, trekking and mountain biking. An American expat, Josh Morris, pioneered the rock climbing scene, especially at Crazy Horse Buttress, a rock face that overlooks lime green, terraced rice fields. Mr. Morris’s outfitter, Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures (55/3 Ratchapkhinai Road; 66-53-207-102; www.thailandclimbing.com) offers introductory courses starting at 1,800 baht per person. After sweating to the top, head back to the bars along the Ping River to cool off with a Singha beer and cap off your adventure in style.THE BASICSFlights from the United States to Chiang Mai usually require a connection in Bangkok. Thai Airways International (www.thaiair.com) flies to Bangkok from Kennedy Airport in New York, with fares for travel in May starting at around $1,100, according to a recent Web search. Carriers flying to Chiang Mai from Bangkok include Thai Airways and Nok Air (www.nokair.com). One-way fares on Nok Air start at around 1,300 baht, or about $40 at 32 baht to the dollar.WHERE TO STAYThe Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi (51/4 Chiang Mai-Sankampaeng Road; 66-53-888-888, www.mandarinoriental.com/chiangmai) is a striking resort on 60 acres with villas that resemble ancient Thai villages. Rooms start at 10,899 baht and go up to 280,000 baht for the Royal Residence, which has three private pools and six bedrooms.Chiang Mai boasts a new crop of boutique hotels. The elegant Rachamankha (6 Rachamankha 9; 66-53-904-111; www.rachamankha.com) looks like a chapel and unfolds into one peaceful courtyard after the next. Rooms start at 6,825 baht.The dusitD2 (100 Chang Klan Road; 66-53-999-999; www.dusit.com), set in the heart of the old city, offers a minimalist design and rooms starting at 4,100 baht.For event listings, check the English-language Bangkok Post (www.bangkokpost.net) or the magazine Citylife Chiang Mai (www.chiangmainews.com).

Protect your cash if travel plans get canceled

Posted by Margaret Salmond on April 15, 2008 at 6:32pm

(CNN) -- Josh Dorkin and his wife were scheduled to fly to Chicago last week for a wedding and family reunion. The couple paid about $300 for two tickets on American Airlines, but Josh found out that the flight was canceled after spending five hours on the phone with customer service.Travelers may want to consider travel insurance to protect against flight cancellations.The Dorkins weren't guaranteed seats on a United Airlines flight, so Josh spent $1000 for tickets on Southwest. American said his $300 will be refunded, but Josh is still frustrated."It turned out to be a bloody disaster," he said.With the chaos in the skies, travelers are looking to protect themselves any way they can. Some experts say travel insurance is key."As we get into the summer months, that extra piece of insurance can give you piece of mind," said Tom Parsons, CEO of Bestfares.com, a discount travel Web site. "We see airlines cutting back, bad weather. Insurance isn't a bad idea," he said.Josh Dorkin said he'll consider travel insurance next time."Considering what's going on, it will be fairly prudent at this point to get travel insurance," he said. "It's important in this day and age."But some industry insiders aren't sure it will pay off."Travel insurance does not insure your trip," said Ed Perkins of Smartertravel.com. "It insures your money. If you're involved in an airline mechanical delay, travel insurance won't do much for you," he said. "Travel insurance isn't good for these day-to-day difficulties."To buy or not to buy?In the case your flight is delayed or canceled, the airline generally arranges for alternate transportation or you'll get a voucher for future travel. And while American Airlines passengers received compensation, travel insurance may play a role in covering expenses the airline won't cover, like taxi fare to the hotel, meals or other amenities, said Vickie Corliss of Insuremytrip.com, a third- party insurance site.There are some instances where travel insurance is a good bet. If you're scheduled to go on a cruise, or you've booked a rental property or a package tour, a policy can save you a significant amount of money should an unforeseen event pop up. If you've invested $5,000 for a cruise, it's probably worth getting a policy. This way if your flight getting to the cruise is delayed or canceled, you won't be out the cost of your vacation."Whether you need to buy a policy depends on how much money you have at risk," said Perkins. "The whole idea of insurance is to protect big investments, not to argue over chump change," he said.The most common and comprehensive coverage is trip cancellation insurance, accounting for 77 percent of total sales according to the US Travel Insurance Association, an industry group. This policy will cover you in case your plane is delayed or canceled. You'll recoup un-reimbursed costs, like meals and hotels, if you're stuck at an airport for a certain amount of time, usually four to eight hours according to the USTIA. Trip cancellation policies also cover lost baggage and un-reimbursed costs in case you have to cancel your trip because of an illness.If your airline stops operating, travel insurance may cover your tickets. But be wary of the fine print here. Some insurance carriers have a white list and a black list. If an airline is on a white list and it goes bankrupt, you'll be covered. But if an airline is on the black list, you won't. See how airlines are coping with rising costs »Know your optionsTravel insurance policies aren't cheap. They can run 4 to 8 percent of the total cost of your trip. Shop around for a policy that fits your budget. InsureMyTrip.com, QuoteWright.com and SquareMouth.com help travelers comparison shop.Travel insurance is even more expensive for older travelers. If you're in your 70s or 80s, you may want to consider getting a cancellation waiver from your carrier. "It costs much less than travel insurance," said Perkins. With a cancellation waiver, you won't have to pay penalties if you cancel your trip at the last minute. Keep in mind that you may not be covered with this waiver if you cancel because of a pre-existing medical condition.If you decide to invest in travel insurance, but you're worried about the solvency of the operator, use a third-party insurance agent so that you're ensured reimbursement even if your airline or cruise line goes out of business.Timing is key if you want to purchase travel insurance. You'll get the maximum amount of coverage if you buy a policy within 7 to 21 days of putting down your trip deposit. You'll get financial default coverage, in case the airline stops flying, and pre-existing medical conditions coverage. Make sure you read the find print: Some companies will only give you 7 days to buy coverage to get these benefits, while others will allow up to 21 days.Before you invest in a travel insurance policy, call your credit card issuer. You may have some free travel benefits you're not even aware of, said Curtis Arnold of Cardratings.com, a credit card information Web site. American Express, for example, will give you $500 worth of insurance if your checked luggage is lost and up to $1250 if your carry-on baggage is damaged. Some Chase cards will reimburse you up to $300 immediately if your bags are delayed.Credit cards also have merchant dispute benefits. Your credit card company may go to bat for you if your flight is canceled and you haven't been appropriately accommodated or reimbursed. You have to make a good faith effort to solve the problem yourself first, but if the travel provider hasn't solved the problem and has not upheld its end of the bargain -- namely, getting you to your destination -- get in touch with your credit card issuer. A lot of issuers will instantly credit your account

Here's why you need travel insurance.....

Posted by Margaret Salmond on April 3, 2008 at 4:27pm

This week, we have had two airlines (ATA and Aloha Airlines) close up shop and leave their passengers stranded. If this would have happend to you, what would you do?I always stress the importance of travel insurance because you never know what could happen and you need to protect your investment.Having travel insurance will offer you peace of mind in these troubling times. Its worth the cost (which is mininal compared to what you could lose). Make sure to talk to your agent about adding to your next tripAs taken from CNN this morning.....Cruise ship debts leave tourists stranded(CNN) -- Several hundred passengers on a luxury round-the-world cruise-ship tour were stuck Thursday on an island in the Atlantic Ocean after the vessel's owners ran into legal troubles.The 460 passengers and 200 crew members were marooned after their cruise ship sailed into a port in the Madeira Islands, a Portuguese archipelago about 684 kilometers (425 miles) west of Morocco.Portuguese authorities detained the ship -- the Van Gogh -- on Tuesday because of a legal claim against the ship's owners, said Marcus Neal, operations manager for Van Gogh Cruises. They seized it in the port of Funchal, a city of about 100,000.The passengers were making their next-to-last stop on a 93-day cruise around the world. They paid between $12,000 and $44,000 for the voyage.Passengers are able to leave the ship, said British actress Shirley Ann Field, who was among those on board, but she said most were staying put until the dispute was resolved."It's better just to stay here and see what happens," she told CNN.Neal said he hoped the dispute would be resolved soon.The Van Gogh is owned by a Dutch company called Club Cruise, and it had been chartered for years by a separate company, Travelscope Holidays.When Travelscope ran into financial trouble in December, Club Cruise reached an agreement to let administrators run Travelscope. The administrators claim Club Cruise broke its contract with Travelscope.Van Gogh Cruises, which operates the ship, said it did not know why the administrators launched their claim shortly before the end of the cruise, rather than afterwards

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Posted: 2008-01-31 16:23:39
WOOD RIVER, Ill., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- YTB International, Inc. (Pink Sheets: YTBLA) ("YTB" or the "Company"), a leading provider of Internet- based travel booking services for travel agencies and home-based independent RTAs in the United States, announced today that it anticipates that travel sales could exceed $1 billion in 2008, surpassing the total travel sold in the Company's first seven years of business.

It should be noted that while YTB tracks the aggregate value of the travel services sold, only the commissions arising from such sales, not the amount of such sales themselves, are reflected in YTB's financial statements.

"We began 2007 as a travel company few people outside of YTB had ever heard of. We ended the year as Travel Weekly's 35th largest travel agency in America (as reported for 2006), and we experienced a record setting day at YTB with more than 12,000 cruise passenger bookings on Carnival Cruise Lines. Also, YTB Travel Network's CEO J. Kim Sorensen was named one of the 33 most influential travel executives, along with the founders of Enterprise Rent-A- Car and Virgin Atlantic Airways," said YTB founder and CEO Scott Tomer. "These accolades, along with our ever-increasing business initiatives and growth rate, give me no doubt that 2008 will be another record-setting year for YTB, which means a year of new opportunities for Reps and RTAs."

YTB's RTAs, the people who offer YTB's wide array of travel services, more than doubled in 2007, growing from just over 60,000 to more than 130,000. It was also a record year for YTB Reps, who received one and a half times more Leadership Bonuses compared to the first six years of YTB's business.

"The abilities and successes of our Reps and RTAs never ceases to amaze and inspire me," continued Tomer. "The fact that we are on track to be among the twelve largest travel agencies in the country with more that $1 billion in sales is just incredible. And we are committed to giving the team the support they need - from improved training and more sophisticated technology platforms to a larger office support team."

Among the projects expected to launch in 2008 are the development of a next generation booking engine that will enable YTB to increase the products sold through the travel store, expansion of the YTB Outdoors, YTB Fly Free, and YTB Cars sites, and growth in Canada, Bermuda, and the Bahamas as those countries come online.

About YTB International

Recognized as the 35th largest seller of travel in the U.S. in 2006 by Travel Weekly, YTB International, Inc. provides Internet-based travel booking services for travel agencies and home-based independent representatives in the United States, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It operates through three subsidiaries: YourTravelBiz.com, Inc., YTB Travel Network, Inc., and REZconnect Technologies, Inc. YourTravelBiz.com division focuses on marketing online travel agencies through a nationwide network of independent business people, known as 'Reps.' YTB Travel Network division establishes and maintains travel vendor relationships, books online travel transactions, collects travel commissions and pays sales commissions. Each RTA sells travel through a personalized Internet-based travel website. The REZconnect Technologies division builds online reservation systems for suppliers within the travel industry. For more information, visit http://www.ytbi.com/investor.

Statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other statements in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, and the Company's actual results could differ materially from expected results. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequently occurring events or circumstances.

Investor Contact:
Garth Russell / Yemi Rose
KCSA Worldwide for YTB International, Inc.
Phone: 212.896.1250 / 212.896.1233

SOURCE YTB International, Inc.
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