Archive for October, 2009
Big Name Vs. Independent Cooking Schools
Sure, taking a cooking class on the road can be a rewarding way to experience the local culture. But are you better off choosing a big-name school or an independent program?
Culinary Travel Journal: A Single Woman Finds Love in Paris Cooking Schools
Our intrepid writer Cara Mangini discovered that Paris has all the right ingredients for cooking up a new romance. After a rough year and a tough break up she fell foolishly in love again … with food. She reports on her experiences with culinary travel, French cuisine and much more below:
October 24, 2009: Las Vegas, Nevada
This Saturday, Peter is broadcasting his radio show from the Venetian Resort, Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Featured guests include: AARP Executive VP Emilio Pardo discussing travel trends and how his organization helps those 45 years and older; John Curtas, food critic for KNPR, sharing tips to help you eat your way through [...]
Plastic Knife Used in Foiled Hijacking Attempt
Egyptian security agents foiled a would-be hijacker who threatened the crew with the plastic knife provided for his in-flight meal. The Sudanese man, who the police identified as Mohammed Hamad Nourain, 26, was reportedly high on cocaine when we unsuccessfully attempted to commandeer the EgyptAir flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Why did this man attempt [...]
Divorce Cruises
OK, so you’re divorced or separated and want to get out there and travel. Well, the good news is that some travel providers are now catering to divorced travelers—but is it all just a gimmick? You may have heard of singles cruises, but what about divorce cruises?
Avoiding Hotel Fees & Demanding Disclosure
It’s no secret that some hotels and resorts are tacking on more and more fees. These days, there’s everything from a “resort fee” to use the swimming pool or tennis courts, to mandatory tips for everyone from the maid to the bellman. But there is something you can do to fight back.
Gold-Panning Vacations
Here’s a tip for beating the recession: Strike it rich on a gold-rush getaway. OK, odds are you won’t make millions, but with the price of gold rising, hey, it’s worth a shot.
3rd Quarter Profit Reports Paint Mixed Picture of Airlines
Sir Richard Branson probably said it best: Want to know the fastest way to become a millionaire? Start off a billionaire and then buy an airline. Just a few weeks ago, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that 2008 yielded more losses for airlines than originally forecast, and that 2009 will likely be worse [...]
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