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More Articles from Travel and Leisure Information: | | | | RELATED ARTICLES Travellers: Make Your Health Policy Work For You NC—The purchase of travel health insurance is a sensible idea for anyone taking trips outside Canada. If you get sick unexpectedly or have an accident while you are away, the health services in other countries are generally much more costly than those which OHIP covers. When buying your insurance however, it is important to take all the time needed to fully understand the coverage as well as the limitations of the policy. Be sure to determine your own needs first, say industry specialists, then read the policy thoroughly to be sure those needs are covered. Costa Rica bird watching vacation Costa Rica has long been famous among serious bird watchers, but manypeople who would never consider the activity at home quickly have become interested in the countrys spectacular avian diversity. Caribbean Villas Made for Two For some couples, the idea of real island romance is a private villa, without other guests. Just the two of you -- alone, except for the occasional visit by a cook or maid who is there to meet your special requests, to introduce you to island cuisine, and to make you feel pampered in what really is your home away from home. St. John, St. Thomas, Jamaica, and Barbados are especially popular islands for villa rentals. Tips for Better Vacation Photos Photos are a great way to share your travel experiences with family and friends.Here are a few suggestions to help you capture vacation memories you will treasure for years to come. A Close Encounter with Wild Dolphins My first glimpse of Tangalooma’s famous wild dolphins was from the boat that ferried us to Moreton Island 75 minutes from Brisbane, Australia. They arched their black silken bodies out of the water as though to greet us as we docked at the island’s main pier. I was down at the pier later that night for an up close and personal meeting with these friendly sea mammals; a group of eight that frolicked in the floodlit waters as they waited for the party to start. Zambia, What An Amazing Country! When you travel abroad, especially far away from home you want to have peace of mind. The same applies if you’re on an African safari. If your desire is to meet friendly, warm people then travel to Africa’s peace haven, Zambia. In Zambia you’ll find that which you most desire, the warm African welcome. Top Family Beach Vacation Destinations Planning a family beach vacation Looking for destinations with family resorts that have fun sports and activities for the whole family, all inclusive resorts where meals are included and kid clubs Here are some of the most popular beach destinations for families to unwind and relax: How To Save Money When Traveling Do you know you can go on a 7-day cruise for half the price Bob Hope Wasnt The Only One Who Used Idiot Cards When Bob Hope moved into television, he lost the opportunity to hold his script in his hand , something he had gotten used to working in radio. The presentation would look too stiff to his audience. He tried to memorize his monologues, but that proved to be too cumbersome of a task and it took away from his golf game. The solution was cue cards, or idiot cards as they are known in the industry. This worked well for the performer, but was hazardous for others. On one of Hopes early NBC broadcasts a well meaning assistant director held up the cards so his star could read them, then tossed them back over his shoulder almost decapitating several members of the studio audience. Top of the Mountain: The Masters, Augusta, GA If you’re a stockbroker, the center of the world is New York.If you are a commodities trader, it’s Chicago. Playing Your Cards Right -- Tips for Traveling with Credit Cards Using credit cards while traveling is a good idea for a number of reasons:You have a record of your expenditures for record-keeping and tax purposes especially important if you travel for businessYou may get a better exchange rate when obtaining foreign currency when using your credit card.Credit card companies can refund disputed charges and may offer extra guarantees, special deals or warranties.Your liability in the case of a stolen credit card is limited to $50 Dare to Dream: The Vacation of a Lifetime In A Timeshare What are your chances of getting the vacation of a lifetime without having to save for a lifetime Fractional Fairytales -Private Air Charter Once upon a time, long, long ago -- in the early 1990s -- the concept of fractional ownership in private aircraft was born, and there was much rejoicing throughout the land. People who never believed theyd be able to afford, or justify, owning a private jet suddenly had the opportunity to purchase partial ownership in one. The Best of Walt Disney World So you’re headed to Walt Disney World ... but where to start Disney offers such a wealth of fantastic resorts, restaurants, and top-drawer entertainment experiences it can be difficult to choose which fantasy you wish to indulge. How best can you plan a visit in which each day comes with the finest Disney has to offer Here are a few tips that can make the difference between a mediocre trip and a fantastic one: Tips on finding the best prices on airlines tickets for cheap flights. Finding the right priced airlines tickets for cheap flights is an important part of travel these days. There are many, many different options for you to take advantage of when trying to locate cheap airfare. First of all I recommend that, if possible, when planning your trip try to be flexible as to when you want to go. If you can be flexible with your schedule and have a couple of different departure and return dates in mind, youre more likely to findairlines tickets for cheap flights that is in your price range. Exploring Uncharted Territory: Your Family Vacation NC—Picture it – your minivan is stopped at a rest area. Your partner sits at the wheel while you are buried under a mess of unfolded maps. You feel tense as you debate over directions while your jumpy kids in the back seat are spreading chocolate over each other. Aah, the joys of a family vacation. Its A Wonderful Movie Its A Wonderful Life 1946 began as a short story called "The Greatest Gift". Writer Philip Van Doren Stern was unable to sell it to a publisher, so he sent the tale out as a long Christmas card to friends.His agent subsequently sold the fable to RKO pictures, where it went through several transformations.In one version a losing political candidate contemplated suicide, only to have an angel convince him to stick around and do good works.Finally it fell into the hands of Director Frank Capra who cried when he read it, said it was the story he had been looking for all his life, and purchased it to be the first project for his new production company, Liberty Films. Hotels Hotels Hotels...which one do I choose! Hotels in Las Vegas furnish a guest with the excitement, amenities and appeal of this wonderful destination. Everyone has heard of Circus Circus. Its appealing restaurants, theme parks, shops, gaming and the worlds greatest circus acts guarantees good fun for everyone. Best of all, it continues to be the value leader on the Las Vegas Strip. The possibilities are unlimited in where to stay, when you play in Las Vegas! Some things to consider when selecting a hotel are its amenities, restaurants, attractions and more. Check out the casinos for games, dining and entertainment. Europes New Jews They inhabit self-imposed ghettoes, subject to derision and worse, the perennial targets of far-right thugs and populist politicians of all persuasions. They are mostly confined to menial jobs. They are accused of spreading crime, terrorism and disease, of being backward and violent, of refusing to fit in. Do You Know Who I Am One dilemma that the super famous face is balancing the needs of privacy and recognition. One time in New York an unnoticed Marilyn Monroe was walking down Madison Avenue accompanied by Eli Wallach. " My God, dont these people know who you are" Wallach asked her. Marilyn, whose application of make-up took nearly as long Boris Karloffs Frankenstein Monster, grinned at him. "Im only recognized when I want to be. Watch this." She began to swing her hips and walk in a way that was familiar to movie goers and was eventually mobbed by adoring fans. |
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