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European Fall Getaways

European Fall Getaways

Sardinia, Italy Located closer to Africa than Italy, Sardinia’s turquoise sea and white sandy beaches rival the tropics. Sant’Antioco & San Pietro, off the coast of Southwestern Sardinia, are... 

How to get a Flight Upgrade

How to get a Flight Upgrade

    You want a first–class upgrade on your next trip—who doesn’t? But airlines have made it more expensive—and more confusing—to snare one. In recent months, many big carriers have changed... 

Cancun – Climate Report

Cancun – Climate Report

The temperature of the city is warm and tropical, moderated by the marine breezes created by onshore trade-winds, which circulates through its avenues. Depending on the season, maximum temperatures range... 

Cancun – Driving in Cancun

Cancun – Driving in Cancun

For safety purposes, it is not recommended that visitors rent a car (this may be something the taxi drivers have encouraged). However, this applies anywhere that you are not familiar with. Some of the... 

Cruise: Packing List

Cruise: Packing List

Before embarking on any vacation you must decide what you’re going to bring with you.  These preparations are key in order to experience healthy and stress-free travels.  Although packing can... 

Cancun – Hotel Maps

Cancun – Hotel Maps

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Travel Deal: 6 Nights in Hawaii $795

Travel Deal: 6 Nights in Hawaii $795

Beachdestinations has offered a one week dream vacation in efforts to spur the Hawaiian tourism economy.  The island has taken a huge hit in the last quarter due to the recession.  Unlike continental... 

Hawaii Hotels Hit Record Low Occupancy

Hawaii Hotels Hit Record Low Occupancy

By Robbie Dingeman (honoluluadvertiser.com) — Hawaii hotels experienced the fifth consecutive month of record low occupancy in June, when the rate fell by 5.8 percentage points to 63.1 percent. In... 

Entering Closed Countries

Entering Closed Countries

Yesterday American journalists Laura Ling and Euna Lee were released and brought home after being detained in a North Korean prison for the past month.  The two prisoners had “wandered” across... 

Megabus Offers $1 Bus Fare

Megabus Offers $1 Bus Fare

The stimulus strategy is once again rewarding domestic travelers.  Megabus is offering 50,000 $1 seats in efforts to boost sales.  Megabus is the first no-frills bussing company.  Started in 2003 by...