Archive for April, 2011
Travel Tip: Vacation Rentals Tips And Trends
In these tough economic times, a certain kind of travel is booming. I’m talking about vacation rentals as affordable–and often times more enjoyable—alternative to traditional hotels and resorts. Many vacation-rental services have reported an increase in bookings since the economic meltdown. Why? Because staying in a home costs, on average, 50 percent less per square [...]
Japan Disaster Update From The International Red Cross
The crisis in Japan may not dominate the front pages as it once did, but that doesn’t mean the story is over. Peter recently spoke with John Sparrow of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, who was on the ground reporting on the mental and physical challenges [...]
American Airlines Fare Listings Return To Expedia, Hotwire
After a contentious three-month dispute, American Airlines and online travel Web site Expedia have reached an agreement on Monday that would return the airline’s listings to both Expedia and Hotwire. The drama first emerged in December when American pulled its fares from Orbitz.com. The goal, according to American, was to point travelers to AA.com for [...]
Paraplegic Skier Talks Accessible Travel And Adaptive Sports In Park City
Getting paid to blog about your ski adventures? That’s just one of the crazy experiences Andy Campbell has had in his lifetime. Peter sat down with this British war veteran who was paralyzed in a climbing accident about his foray into adaptive sports. Plus, Campbell shares tips on finding accessible winter activities in Park City, [...]
Richard Branson Launches Virgin Oceanic Submarines To Reach Record Depths
Tycoon adventurer Sir Richard Branson made headlines last year with a plan to take passengers into outer space with a commercial spaceliner, but apparently that wasn’t exhilarating enough. On Tuesday, Branson announced that he would also be taking passengers under the sea on Virgin Oceanic, the newest addition to the Virgin Group. Virgin Oceanic consists [...]
Insider Videos: Salzburg Music Festivals
Michael Berger-Sandhofer, president of Salzburg’s Patrons of the Easter Festival, shares information about a number of the city’s music festivals and arts events. Get an insider’s take on the arts scene in Salzburg, Austria.Get an insider’s take on the arts scene in Salzburg, Austria.
Travel Tip: Farm Stays and Agritourism
A few years ago, the term “agritourism” was a new concept to most travelers. These days, it seems like every farm has some kind of experience for those who are interested in learning about the process. Here’s how to go about planning an agritourism vacation.
Royal Wedding Travel: Still Room To Join The Royal Wedding Party
It’s anticipated that 1.5 million Royal Wedding watchers will come to London on April 29 and guess what? There are still rooms available in London at nearly every price point. Emily Goldfischer explores the options to create the Royal Wedding vacation of your dreams no matter no matter what your Royal fetish is—from [...]
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