Archive for July, 2010
New DOT Rules: Tarmac Delays Down, Cancellations Up
Facing steep fines for tarmac delays, domestic airlines have actively been reducing the amount of delays announced the Department of Transportation on Thursday. The DOT reported that only five planes were delayed for more than three hours this past May. That’s a huge reduction when compared to the 34 flights that were delayed during the [...]
Shopping Israel’s Markets: Postcard from Tel Aviv
Shalom Peter, The devout travel to Israel for spiritual renewal, to to find the “holy” in the Holy Land. I came for a different religious experience—the retail kind—and Hallelujah! Hosanna! The creativity of the local designers and artisans has made me weak in the knees and light in the head.
Ski Resort Travel in the Summer
Anyone who knows Peter is aware that he promotes a contrarian attitude toward travel. That means traveling to destinations in the off-season, and in the summer, ski resorts are the place to be. Here’s why…
Volunteer Vacations Video & Live Chat on AARP
Don’t miss Peter’s live chat on AARP on Monday, July 12. He’ll be sharing everything you need to know about volunteer vacations, aka voluntourism. He’s got tips on what you can do in the Gulf Coast, how to help in Haiti, and other meaningful experiences around the globe and in your own backyard.
Radio Guests – Branson, Missouri – July 10, 2010
This week, we’ve got some very special guests joining Peter’s radio show from Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. From Andy Williams to the Lennon Sisters, this is a lineup you won’t want to miss. – Andy Williams, legendary American pop singer, discussing how he made the decision to move to Branson and help it [...]
5 Things To Know Before Learning to Surf
We’ve all watched surfers from our lounge chairs on the beach, as they glide through the water on their board. Some manage to keep their feet firmly planted, body balanced, as they ride the wave through to the end; others end up swallowed by the roiling surf, riding underneath the wave, rather than on [...]
Babysitting Services When Traveling
It’s one thing to take the family on vacation, but believe me, no one will judge you for needing a break from the kids. That’s when babysitting services can really save the day, so here’s how you go about it.
Passport Fees Rising for Americans
American globetrotters will need to shell out 35 percent more for passport fees starting July 13, the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs announced recently. The cost of getting a new, adult passport will jump from $100 to $135. For minors under 16, the cost will increase by 25 percent, from $85 to $105. [...]
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