Category: General
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“Offer of A Lifetime” at Atlantis, Bahamas
I just received word from Hotwire Travel-Ticker about a great deal for Atlantis, Bahamas. Here’s what they say: Atlantis is calling it the Offer of a Lifetime — just book by July 4. For $299 per person, stay 3 nights in a Beach Tower room at Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas with unlimited waterpark access, and…
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What Do You Look For When Choosing A Hotel?
What things do you look for when you choose a hotel? I look for for what is generally thought of as a very safe, accessible location, especially if I’m traveling alone. Cost is always a factor and I like a helpful concierge service.
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The Latest NYC Rooftop-Party Spot, the Sky Room
Grub Street has an interesting article on the newest NYC Rooftop-party spot that opens this Friday , The Sky Room, at the Marriott Fairfield Inn and Suites, 330 West 40th St., nr. Eighth Ave.( 212-380-1195). Click here for more information. Check out the Fashion Desserts. Grub Street says that, as a tribute to the Fashion…
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Great Tips for Visiting Montreal
“My name is not Jenna” gave us some great ideas for our next trip to Montreal. She said: The Port in Montreal is always a must see. You can take the Metro to Place-D’Armes and just walk down the cobble stone streets of Rue St. Paul! The port is also home to the original shows…
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Airline Upgrade Secrets
Check out the recent article in the New York Times about all the hidden factors in getting an upgrade by using your frequent flier-miles. Entitled “The Calculus of Upgrades” and written by Geraldine Fabrikant, this interesting piece goes in to the way the major US Airlines may require you to go through various hoops including…
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International Fireworks Competition in Montreal
Is anyone planning a trip to Montreal? I haven’t been there in two years, but I have such great memories of that place (except, of course, for the long delay in getting back over the border). Coming up soon is the international fireworks competition. I loved seeing the Italian entry,but I was disappointed that I…
Travel Gal Kim Swidler 