Here are some of my fav's
Travel Leaders (of course!!): http://twitter.com/travelleaders
Andrew Zimmern (love this guy!!): http://twitter.com/bizarrefoods
I'm a huge Disney fan (this twitter site is un-official, but I like it): http://twitter.com/TheDisneyBlog
Another great site with great YouTube links, thank you to The Disney Blog: http://thedisneyblog.com/2008/06/26/disney-parks-slowly-moves-onto-twitter/
Barbados: http://twitter.com/BarbadosTravel
Do you have a favorite that you'd like to share with me? Please drop me a line!!!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Princess Cruise Lines Twitter
Do you Twitter?????
This term is unheard of for some, and old hat for others....but if you don't "Twitter", maybe this would be a fun way to start twittering.....
Here is the webpage to follow: http://www.princess.com/goldendrydock/
Here is the TWITTER page to follow: http://twitter.com/PrincessCruises
There will be a daily photo progress report and other fun tweets. Check it out!!!!!!
This term is unheard of for some, and old hat for others....but if you don't "Twitter", maybe this would be a fun way to start twittering.....
Here is the webpage to follow: http://www.princess.com/goldendrydock/
Here is the TWITTER page to follow: http://twitter.com/PrincessCruises
There will be a daily photo progress report and other fun tweets. Check it out!!!!!!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Prevent your Frequent Flyer Miles from Expiration!!!
Thank you to Money Blue Book, for posting this great article:
This post dates back to October 2007. I'm sure there are updates to these programs, but here are some great tips to keep your account active....
I used to fly a lot and racked up a lot of frequent flyer miles over the years, but now I have to be extra careful. Airline travelers who don’t use their frequent flyer miles…well, frequently, may soon discover that their miles have expired. It is a growing trend, but airlines have shortened the time period that an account can remain inactive before miles expire. In most cases that time period ranges between 1 to 2 years.
Here Are the Expiration Policies For Some of the Biggest Airlines(current Oct 2007):
AirTran: Points in A+ Rewards expire after 12 months.
American Airlines: AAdvantage® miles expire after 36 months of inactivity.
Continental Airlines: OnePass miles do not expire. There is a written policy that says they do, but the airline does not enforce the policy.
Delta Airlines: Delta SkyMiles expire after 2 years of inactivity.
JetBlue: TrueBlue points expire one full year from the date that they are earned.
Northwest Airlines: Northwest WorldPerks miles expire if none are earned for 3 calendar years.
Southwest Airlines: Rapid Rewards points expire after 2 years.
United Airlines: Mileage Plus miles expire after 36 months of inactivity. Starting December 31, 2007, miles will expire after 18 months of inactivity.
U.S. Airways: Dividend Miles expire after 18 months of inactivity.
How You Can Easily Prevent Mileage Expiration
The way to prevent your miles from lapsing due to inactivity is to simply generate miles-earning activity for each airline that you have an account with. Other using than using a specialized miles-generating credit card rewards like the Starwood Preferred, another relatively easy way is by making a purchase at the airline’s own shopping portal, where you earn miles for each purchase. This will allow you to earn a few miles, enough to reset the inactivity clock. Most of the popular stores such as iTunes, Best Buy, and Circuit City can be found at each airline’s shopping website.
Links to the Major Airlines’ Shopping Websites:
American Airlines: AAdvantage® eShopping
Continental Airlines: ShopOnePass
Delta Airlines: Delta SkyMile Shopping
Northwest Airlines: WorldPerks Mall
United Airlines: Mileage Plus Mall
U.S. Airways: Dividend Miles Shopping Mall
Make Sure Your Purchases Count To Reset the Account Activity Clock
--- To ensure that you receive mileage credit for the purchase made through the airline’s shopping portal, make sure your shopping cart is empty before doing the click through. For example, don’t visit Best Buy, add something to your cart and then revisit Best Buy by clicking through the airline’s shopping portal website. You may not receive mileage credit for the items already in your cart. Visit the store through the airline’s website first before making purchases to receive proper mileage credit.
--- There is no minimum mileage you need to earn to reset the inactivity clock. If you can make a quick purchase for a $1 item that allows you to accrue a few miles towards your frequent flyer plan, that is sufficient to reset and prevent expiration.
--- One way to track your miles and monitor your most recent activity in each of your frequent flyer accounts is by using USA Today’s downloadable MileTracker application.
This post dates back to October 2007. I'm sure there are updates to these programs, but here are some great tips to keep your account active....
I used to fly a lot and racked up a lot of frequent flyer miles over the years, but now I have to be extra careful. Airline travelers who don’t use their frequent flyer miles…well, frequently, may soon discover that their miles have expired. It is a growing trend, but airlines have shortened the time period that an account can remain inactive before miles expire. In most cases that time period ranges between 1 to 2 years.
Here Are the Expiration Policies For Some of the Biggest Airlines(current Oct 2007):
AirTran: Points in A+ Rewards expire after 12 months.
American Airlines: AAdvantage® miles expire after 36 months of inactivity.
Continental Airlines: OnePass miles do not expire. There is a written policy that says they do, but the airline does not enforce the policy.
Delta Airlines: Delta SkyMiles expire after 2 years of inactivity.
JetBlue: TrueBlue points expire one full year from the date that they are earned.
Northwest Airlines: Northwest WorldPerks miles expire if none are earned for 3 calendar years.
Southwest Airlines: Rapid Rewards points expire after 2 years.
United Airlines: Mileage Plus miles expire after 36 months of inactivity. Starting December 31, 2007, miles will expire after 18 months of inactivity.
U.S. Airways: Dividend Miles expire after 18 months of inactivity.
How You Can Easily Prevent Mileage Expiration
The way to prevent your miles from lapsing due to inactivity is to simply generate miles-earning activity for each airline that you have an account with. Other using than using a specialized miles-generating credit card rewards like the Starwood Preferred, another relatively easy way is by making a purchase at the airline’s own shopping portal, where you earn miles for each purchase. This will allow you to earn a few miles, enough to reset the inactivity clock. Most of the popular stores such as iTunes, Best Buy, and Circuit City can be found at each airline’s shopping website.
Links to the Major Airlines’ Shopping Websites:
American Airlines: AAdvantage® eShopping
Continental Airlines: ShopOnePass
Delta Airlines: Delta SkyMile Shopping
Northwest Airlines: WorldPerks Mall
United Airlines: Mileage Plus Mall
U.S. Airways: Dividend Miles Shopping Mall
Make Sure Your Purchases Count To Reset the Account Activity Clock
--- To ensure that you receive mileage credit for the purchase made through the airline’s shopping portal, make sure your shopping cart is empty before doing the click through. For example, don’t visit Best Buy, add something to your cart and then revisit Best Buy by clicking through the airline’s shopping portal website. You may not receive mileage credit for the items already in your cart. Visit the store through the airline’s website first before making purchases to receive proper mileage credit.
--- There is no minimum mileage you need to earn to reset the inactivity clock. If you can make a quick purchase for a $1 item that allows you to accrue a few miles towards your frequent flyer plan, that is sufficient to reset and prevent expiration.
--- One way to track your miles and monitor your most recent activity in each of your frequent flyer accounts is by using USA Today’s downloadable MileTracker application.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Too Small Cruise Cabins?
How small is TOO small?????
I read this great article on USA Today, and thought it would be an interesting post....
Today's debate: How small is too small for a cruise ship cabin?
Norwegian Cruise Line created quite a stir this week with the announcement that it's next ship, the Norwegian Epic, would have some interior cabins that take up just 100 square feet.
Just how small is 100 square feet? Consider that even some of the balconies on existing NCL ships are bigger. And even the smallest cabins on most other mass-market cruises ships have at least 35% to 50% more space.
NCL's new budget acommodations, dubbed The Studios, will be clustered around a communal living area on the 4,200-passenger Norwegian Epic called the Living Room, giving passengers who book the cabins a bit more room to spread out. Still, it's going to be a tight squeeze.
NCL executives say the maximum-two-person Studios, which the line is designing with a stylish, modern vibe, are aimed at a younger crowd looking for a fun, low-cost way to cruise. There will be 128 of the cabins in all.
Cruise Loggers, what do you think about the idea of super-small cabins for the budget traveler? With the economy tumbling and consumers looking for ways to save on travel, is this a concept that comes at the perfect time? Or is 100 square feet -- the equivalent of a 10 foot by 10 foot space -- just too small to work for a cruiser no matter how low the price?
Tell me your opinion!!!
I read this great article on USA Today, and thought it would be an interesting post....
Today's debate: How small is too small for a cruise ship cabin?
Norwegian Cruise Line created quite a stir this week with the announcement that it's next ship, the Norwegian Epic, would have some interior cabins that take up just 100 square feet.
Just how small is 100 square feet? Consider that even some of the balconies on existing NCL ships are bigger. And even the smallest cabins on most other mass-market cruises ships have at least 35% to 50% more space.
NCL's new budget acommodations, dubbed The Studios, will be clustered around a communal living area on the 4,200-passenger Norwegian Epic called the Living Room, giving passengers who book the cabins a bit more room to spread out. Still, it's going to be a tight squeeze.
NCL executives say the maximum-two-person Studios, which the line is designing with a stylish, modern vibe, are aimed at a younger crowd looking for a fun, low-cost way to cruise. There will be 128 of the cabins in all.
Cruise Loggers, what do you think about the idea of super-small cabins for the budget traveler? With the economy tumbling and consumers looking for ways to save on travel, is this a concept that comes at the perfect time? Or is 100 square feet -- the equivalent of a 10 foot by 10 foot space -- just too small to work for a cruiser no matter how low the price?
Tell me your opinion!!!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
What is really happening in Mexico? The REAL Story...
Thank you to Gogo WorldWide Vacations for this great info! Dated 3-24-09
We wanted to provide a full overview with respect to the recent update to the US state department alert regarding travel to Mexico There is a ton of misinformation out there, and it is very important that we work to educate you on what the real deal is. GOGO has been working with the Federal and local government to create tools that will help you to provide up- to-date, truthful information to respond to questions you may be receiving.
1. The State Department Alert is NOT NEW. It is only an update to an alert that was published over 12 months ago, and is simply to educate consumers on issues they should be informed on. The State Department has travel alerts published regarding travel to hundreds of countries in any given moment, and they can all be found on the State department website.
· “The US government issued an update to an existing Travel Alert. It has NOT issued a Travel Warning. The difference is significant and as Leslie Bassett, Business Representative of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico “…the alert does not intend in any way to discard Mexico as a tourist destination...”
2. What is the short answer on "What is happening in Mexico? "
NOTHING in the destinations we sell. Basically, the issue is associated to drug cartels and the extra pressure being placed on them by Mexican President Calderon. The areas that are affected are cities on the U.S./Mexico border, as that is the point of entry for drugs coming into the U.S. – these border towns include Ciudad Juarez, Tijuana, and Nuevo Laredo. None of the issues are regarding the resort areas, which are safe and sound as you will see from information supplied further on in this email. The areas in questions are not resort areas, we don’t sell any product there, and they are literally THOUSANDS of miles away from the areas we do sell.
We wanted to provide a full overview with respect to the recent update to the US state department alert regarding travel to Mexico There is a ton of misinformation out there, and it is very important that we work to educate you on what the real deal is. GOGO has been working with the Federal and local government to create tools that will help you to provide up- to-date, truthful information to respond to questions you may be receiving.
1. The State Department Alert is NOT NEW. It is only an update to an alert that was published over 12 months ago, and is simply to educate consumers on issues they should be informed on. The State Department has travel alerts published regarding travel to hundreds of countries in any given moment, and they can all be found on the State department website.
· “The US government issued an update to an existing Travel Alert. It has NOT issued a Travel Warning. The difference is significant and as Leslie Bassett, Business Representative of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico “…the alert does not intend in any way to discard Mexico as a tourist destination...”
2. What is the short answer on "What is happening in Mexico? "
NOTHING in the destinations we sell. Basically, the issue is associated to drug cartels and the extra pressure being placed on them by Mexican President Calderon. The areas that are affected are cities on the U.S./Mexico border, as that is the point of entry for drugs coming into the U.S. – these border towns include Ciudad Juarez, Tijuana, and Nuevo Laredo. None of the issues are regarding the resort areas, which are safe and sound as you will see from information supplied further on in this email. The areas in questions are not resort areas, we don’t sell any product there, and they are literally THOUSANDS of miles away from the areas we do sell.
See the map below:
3. Want to see feedback from spokespersons in the industry? Here is a great article written by Pauline Frommer..... http://travel.msn.com/Guides/article.aspx?cp-documentid=878358
4. A different perspective - Feedback on Bill O’Reilly’s recent commentary on TV: http://www.latinbusinesschronicle.com/app/article.aspx?id=3189
5. Want to see real time, real customer feedback? We have consumer testimonials from customers that were interviewed in various resort destinations LAST WEEK!
3. Want to see feedback from spokespersons in the industry? Here is a great article written by Pauline Frommer..... http://travel.msn.com/Guides/article.aspx?cp-documentid=878358
4. A different perspective - Feedback on Bill O’Reilly’s recent commentary on TV: http://www.latinbusinesschronicle.com/app/article.aspx?id=3189
5. Want to see real time, real customer feedback? We have consumer testimonials from customers that were interviewed in various resort destinations LAST WEEK!
6. For additional information and to keep updated, please go to http://www.mexico-update.com/ . There is a further enhanced map to the one above, where it shows mileage distances between all resort destinations. Just move your mouse over the map and the information will pop up. There is also information on anything being seen in the news, and the website is updated daily. Perfectly fine to send out to customers as well.
7. Your help is needed! The concern regarding travel to Mexico has been increased by the amount of misinformation that is out there. Please help spread the word on what is really happening and forward this information to anyone who has questions. We need to ensure that correct information is out there.
THIS IS HOW VISITORS ARE ENJOYING CANCUN TODAY.
Testimonial 3 (US Consul in Merida and US Visitors) URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_tPnygd-Ts
Testimonial 7 (US Consul in Merida: difference between Travel Warning and Travel Alert)URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldpeNlfrZak
Testimonial 1 (US visitor)URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_gJY5sbr88
Testimonial 2 (US visitors: couple) URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV0gxBQ0V1g
Testimonial 8 (US meeting planner)URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_baXLzdEaBM
From the Puerto Vallarta CVB: "We want to share with you the Testimonial Video of the Spring Breakers in Puerto Vallarta filmed this week"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=398XtV2O4WM
Travelers in Playa del Carmen:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJNDzaV0CzQ&feature=channel_page
https://webmail.libgotravel.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.whatisreallyhappeninginmexico.com/ -Various testimonials from all different Mexico Destiations of visitors there this week and last week.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Worst seat onboard the airplane? The Good / Bad / Ugly!!
Have you ever felt that you were the unlucky one that got a horrible seat onboard the airplane?
Last row of the aircraft?
Seat that doesn't recline, for whatever the reason...?
No window in your 'window' seat?
How about that lovely seat right next to the stinky bathroom???
Ever had one of these experiences?
Check out the Seat Guru!!
I have a link to the right called 'Select the BEST Seats'
I think you'll find you'll really like this tool, when selecting your seat onboard the airplane!!
It gives you such things as:
- Detailed seat map graphics.
- In-depth seat specific comments denoting seats with limited recline, reduced legroom, mis-aligned windows.
- Color-coding to help identify superior and substandard seats.
- In-seat power port locations.
- Galley, lavatory, Exit Row and closet locations
Although there are no guarantees with airlines, including a last minute aircraft change.....that's happened to me a time or two...how frustrating!
Anyways, this information will hopefully give you a fighting chance to know some of the good the bad and the ugly seats out there!!!!
Check it out!
Last row of the aircraft?
Seat that doesn't recline, for whatever the reason...?
No window in your 'window' seat?
How about that lovely seat right next to the stinky bathroom???
Ever had one of these experiences?
Check out the Seat Guru!!
I have a link to the right called 'Select the BEST Seats'
I think you'll find you'll really like this tool, when selecting your seat onboard the airplane!!
It gives you such things as:
- Detailed seat map graphics.
- In-depth seat specific comments denoting seats with limited recline, reduced legroom, mis-aligned windows.
- Color-coding to help identify superior and substandard seats.
- In-seat power port locations.
- Galley, lavatory, Exit Row and closet locations
Although there are no guarantees with airlines, including a last minute aircraft change.....that's happened to me a time or two...how frustrating!
Anyways, this information will hopefully give you a fighting chance to know some of the good the bad and the ugly seats out there!!!!
Check it out!
Friday, October 17, 2008
Frequent Flyer Miles with the Northwest-Delta Merger
So many people have been asking what will happen to their frequent flyer miles once the big scary merger takes place. I think we may have some answers.....
I found this link to a conversation on USA Today with some great info for YOU (and me, of course), the traveling people...
Please check it out and tell me your thoughts!
CLICK HERE
I found this link to a conversation on USA Today with some great info for YOU (and me, of course), the traveling people...
Please check it out and tell me your thoughts!
CLICK HERE
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Getting Around the 3-1-1 Rule
This article was published by Leslie Baumann, M.D. (The Skin Guru)
I have read several of her blog entries, and found them to be helpful in many ways.
This blog entry was from May 2007, but I thought my readers might also find it useful!!!
You can click HERE to read the full article
Here are some tips from her column:
1. Yes, toothpaste counts. Put a travel size tube in your plastic bag to start.
2. Remember, the rule is that containers can't be larger than three ounces - so don't try to bring the remaining three ounces of a six-ounce shampoo bottle.
3. Your eye cream can double as a nighttime facial cream (that's what I do when I'm traveling). Similarly, a separate eye cream isn't absolutely necessary - just pat your regular moisturizer around your eye area. Let your products do double duty.
4. Look for stick foundation, rather than liquid, so your makeup doesn't take up valuable space in the plastic bag.
5. Bring lipsticks and lip balms instead of glosses to save even more space.
6. Avoid liquid eyeliners and eye shadows - stick to powders to avoid problems.
7. This is the one time you will hear me recommend a bar soap for the face (but look for the gentlest you can find). These don't need to go in the bag.
8. Save your favorite perfume samples or visit a department-store perfume counter and pick some up before you leave. They're a huge space saver.
9. Going to be outdoors during your trip? Buy sunscreen when you arrive. Not only will you save precious room in your luggage, you'll ensure that the sunscreen is at maximum potency (unlike years-old tubes you might have lying around the house).
10. One thing you should never skimp on when flying is hydration. Look for small spray bottles of water that you can mist on your face during the flight. Follow that up with moisturizer, and you'll lock in moisture to fight the effects of airplane air.
Finally, take inexpensive, small items that you won't mind leaving behind. Flying internationally? Think of it as freeing up room to shop the duty-free stores on your way home.
I have read several of her blog entries, and found them to be helpful in many ways.
This blog entry was from May 2007, but I thought my readers might also find it useful!!!
You can click HERE to read the full article
Here are some tips from her column:
1. Yes, toothpaste counts. Put a travel size tube in your plastic bag to start.
2. Remember, the rule is that containers can't be larger than three ounces - so don't try to bring the remaining three ounces of a six-ounce shampoo bottle.
3. Your eye cream can double as a nighttime facial cream (that's what I do when I'm traveling). Similarly, a separate eye cream isn't absolutely necessary - just pat your regular moisturizer around your eye area. Let your products do double duty.
4. Look for stick foundation, rather than liquid, so your makeup doesn't take up valuable space in the plastic bag.
5. Bring lipsticks and lip balms instead of glosses to save even more space.
6. Avoid liquid eyeliners and eye shadows - stick to powders to avoid problems.
7. This is the one time you will hear me recommend a bar soap for the face (but look for the gentlest you can find). These don't need to go in the bag.
8. Save your favorite perfume samples or visit a department-store perfume counter and pick some up before you leave. They're a huge space saver.
9. Going to be outdoors during your trip? Buy sunscreen when you arrive. Not only will you save precious room in your luggage, you'll ensure that the sunscreen is at maximum potency (unlike years-old tubes you might have lying around the house).
10. One thing you should never skimp on when flying is hydration. Look for small spray bottles of water that you can mist on your face during the flight. Follow that up with moisturizer, and you'll lock in moisture to fight the effects of airplane air.
Finally, take inexpensive, small items that you won't mind leaving behind. Flying internationally? Think of it as freeing up room to shop the duty-free stores on your way home.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Disneyland Sept 2008
I had an amazing time in California, visiting Disneyland and California Adventure Park. I attended a conference here, and they treated us like royalty. We had fabulous motivational speakers!! It really pumps you up!
The slideshow you see here includes lots of pictures.
Pictures of:
-- My hotel room at the Disneyland Hotel
-- Susan Egan (who played Belle on Broadway) absolutely amazing!!
-- Richard Sherman, one of the Sherman Brothers. He and his brother Robert were Walt's right hand men for songs!! His playlist includes: Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, It's a Small World, Parent Trap, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh, and so much more!!!
-- Out and about around the parks
Here is another picture of the Sherman Brothers
The slideshow you see here includes lots of pictures.
Pictures of:
-- My hotel room at the Disneyland Hotel
-- Susan Egan (who played Belle on Broadway) absolutely amazing!!
-- Richard Sherman, one of the Sherman Brothers. He and his brother Robert were Walt's right hand men for songs!! His playlist includes: Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, It's a Small World, Parent Trap, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh, and so much more!!!
-- Out and about around the parks
Here is another picture of the Sherman Brothers
(copyright release wikimedia)
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Client Trip to Lisbon
I had a client that traveled to Lisbon in February 2008. They are very well traveled, and chose Lisbon as a unique place to relax and take a breather from life for a little while.
Here are some pictures they shared with me, and it sure does look like a great place to visit!!!
The narrow streets of Alfama in Lisbon take you back centuries in time.
Just walking around Lisbon is great sightseeing. Even the laundry is beautiful.
Here she is at Fort of Belem, guarding the harbor where Portuguese explorers discovered the new world 500 years ago.
Even teenagers and 20 somethings don’t mind being with parents when in Lisbon. This 21 year old, explores a castle at Sintra.
Hotel recommendation. Solar dos Mouros is just a few steps away from the Castle, Alfama, museums and restaurants. Ask for the river view and get a breathtaking view out your window every day. The 18 room hotel has original paintings and pictures that make it a special treat.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Viva Las Vegas Jan 2008
I have visited Las Vegas many times.
This trip, we stayed at Planet Hollywood. Planet Hollywood used to be The Aladdin Hotel and Casino. It was recently changed over to the new name, and it only has "PH" on the side of the building. This is for sure a hotel to see and be seen at. People get pretty dressed up for a night on the town!!! The location of this hotel is right next to the Paris Hotel, great location mid-strip.
We went to the Blue Man Group show at the Venetian, and that was great! We loved it!
I'm a big Cirque du Soleil fan, and I normally try to get to one of those shows, but we tried this show, and it was very fun.
Planet Hollywood has a spa facility, and it was lovely. It's located upstairs from the casino, so tucked away from the noise of the casino.
They do try to sell you timeshare here, so watch out! We were asked about this numerous times, it got a little annoying.
Every time we visit Las Vegas, we eat at the Harrah's buffet. It's our favorite, and still the best! One thing we noticed when we were at Harrah's this time, we noticed a new bar and grill for Toby Keith, called 'Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill' It looked really fun, but we didn't go inside.
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Disney World Sept 2007
Anyone who's ever met me, KNOWS that I absolutely LOVE Disney, and all things Disney.
I have visited Disney World several times. I've stayed on site at Disney Resorts, and also have stayed off site at different hotels.
I get excited helping to plan your vacation to Disney. I have many suggestions and tips that have proven useful for most people.
Please contact me to help you plan your Disney Vacation today!!!!
Here is what we did in Sept 07:
Day 1: Flight to Orlando, checked into our hotel "Disney's Pop Century". Pop Century was a great value resort, the food court was large with many selections, and a lot of places to sit. The refillable cup was a good deal. We then headed off to Downtown Disney. Visited the toy store, and ate at the counter service 'Earl of Sandwich', awesome sandwiches!!!!!!! I was quite impressed.
Day 2: Played at the 'bowling pin' pool, which was heated, so that was nice. Basically hung out at the resort most of the day. Took naps, and headed over to the Magic Kingdom for the Halloween Party. We ate dinner at the Crystal Palace with all the Pooh characters. The buffet was good, nothing extra special, pretty much exactly what we had expected. We all dressed up in costume for the Halloween party, so that was fun. The halloween party started at 7pm, and we made it until about 8:15pm before it started to rain. The first parade was rained out, but we did watch the 2nd parade, which was amazing, and nothing like any other parade Disney does. We also seen Cinderella's carriage, and the villian show before heading back to the hotel.
Day 3: Ate breakfast at Boma's at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Always our favorite. They have a wonderful breakfast buffet, with made to order omelets, fresh fruit, bread, etc. Spent the day at Animal Kingdom. Watched the Nemo show there, excellent!!! Ate dinner at Ohana's at the Polynesian Resort
Day 4: We started at Epcot to do the Nemo ride there, then headed over to the Magic Kingdom. Watched the afternoon parade, and then ate dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern. Great food, served family style, and character interaction that we love! We also visited the Baby Care Center. This impressed me, it felt like home with the high chairs, changing tables, tv set up, etc. It was perfect for those few minutes to feed the baby, and wind down a little bit.
Day 5: Ate breakfast at Chef Mickey's, good food, good character interaction, very upbeat and fun. Went over to the Magic Kingdom to visit the princesses. Ate lunch at Cosmic Rays. Ate dinner at Cinderella's Gala Feast at the Grand Floridian with Cinderella, Prince Charming, the stepsisters and stepmother.
If you need more info on any of these things, please feel free to contact me!!
I have visited Disney World several times. I've stayed on site at Disney Resorts, and also have stayed off site at different hotels.
I get excited helping to plan your vacation to Disney. I have many suggestions and tips that have proven useful for most people.
Please contact me to help you plan your Disney Vacation today!!!!
Here is what we did in Sept 07:
Day 1: Flight to Orlando, checked into our hotel "Disney's Pop Century". Pop Century was a great value resort, the food court was large with many selections, and a lot of places to sit. The refillable cup was a good deal. We then headed off to Downtown Disney. Visited the toy store, and ate at the counter service 'Earl of Sandwich', awesome sandwiches!!!!!!! I was quite impressed.
Day 2: Played at the 'bowling pin' pool, which was heated, so that was nice. Basically hung out at the resort most of the day. Took naps, and headed over to the Magic Kingdom for the Halloween Party. We ate dinner at the Crystal Palace with all the Pooh characters. The buffet was good, nothing extra special, pretty much exactly what we had expected. We all dressed up in costume for the Halloween party, so that was fun. The halloween party started at 7pm, and we made it until about 8:15pm before it started to rain. The first parade was rained out, but we did watch the 2nd parade, which was amazing, and nothing like any other parade Disney does. We also seen Cinderella's carriage, and the villian show before heading back to the hotel.
Day 3: Ate breakfast at Boma's at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Always our favorite. They have a wonderful breakfast buffet, with made to order omelets, fresh fruit, bread, etc. Spent the day at Animal Kingdom. Watched the Nemo show there, excellent!!! Ate dinner at Ohana's at the Polynesian Resort
Day 4: We started at Epcot to do the Nemo ride there, then headed over to the Magic Kingdom. Watched the afternoon parade, and then ate dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern. Great food, served family style, and character interaction that we love! We also visited the Baby Care Center. This impressed me, it felt like home with the high chairs, changing tables, tv set up, etc. It was perfect for those few minutes to feed the baby, and wind down a little bit.
Day 5: Ate breakfast at Chef Mickey's, good food, good character interaction, very upbeat and fun. Went over to the Magic Kingdom to visit the princesses. Ate lunch at Cosmic Rays. Ate dinner at Cinderella's Gala Feast at the Grand Floridian with Cinderella, Prince Charming, the stepsisters and stepmother.
If you need more info on any of these things, please feel free to contact me!!
Monday, October 8, 2007
Barbados Sept 2007
I traveled to Barbados in September 2007 with a group of travel agents.
I learned a lot about the island, and wanted to share some great info!!!
The island:
- A valid U.S. Passport is required for all U.S. citizens.
- The island was erected from a coral reef, unlike most other islands in the Caribbean that were formed from volcanoes.
- Because it's on a coral reef:
---- The water is the 2nd most pure water in the world, next to the Swiss Alps, which means you can drink the water right out of the tap!!!! It's true!!
---- There are some great underground caves to visit
- Barbados is the number one destination for those living in the Caribbean, to vacation to.
- It is 19 miles from St. Lucia, and approx 45 minutes by plane to Caracas, Venezuela
- English is the native language
- No topless sun bathing allowed
- Cameflouge is illegal, and will be confiscated. It is allowed for their military only.
- Drive on the left
Here are some pictures out and about in Barbados:
Here are some pictures from the Bougainvillea Beach Resort:
(This is the hotel I stayed at while visiting the island.)
Here are some pictures from Little Arches:
This 10 room resort is similar to a bed and breakfast.
Here are some pictures from Hilton:
Here are some pictures from The House:
This resort really impressed me. Upon arrival you are greeted with a smoothie, and are invited to check in where ever you'd like. So if you want to relax by the pool, the ambassadors will come to you where ever you prefer. 2 ambassadors are assigned to every room, so it's all about SERVICE here!!! One of the pictures in this slide show are the private plunge pools. Very unique at this property.
Here are some pictures from Crystal Cove:
Here are some pictures from Accra:
Here are some pictures from Colony Club:
Here are some pictures from Almond Beach Club:
Here are some pictures from Almond Village:
This all inclusive property is great for anyone! I especially liked it for families. There was a separate section with pools and slides of all shapes and sizes for all ages of children and babies.
Here are some pictures from Sandy Lane:
(This is the resort that Tiger Woods got married at!! Very upper scale, very nice)
I learned a lot about the island, and wanted to share some great info!!!
The island:
- A valid U.S. Passport is required for all U.S. citizens.
- The island was erected from a coral reef, unlike most other islands in the Caribbean that were formed from volcanoes.
- Because it's on a coral reef:
---- The water is the 2nd most pure water in the world, next to the Swiss Alps, which means you can drink the water right out of the tap!!!! It's true!!
---- There are some great underground caves to visit
- Barbados is the number one destination for those living in the Caribbean, to vacation to.
- It is 19 miles from St. Lucia, and approx 45 minutes by plane to Caracas, Venezuela
- English is the native language
- No topless sun bathing allowed
- Cameflouge is illegal, and will be confiscated. It is allowed for their military only.
- Drive on the left
Here are some pictures out and about in Barbados:
Here are some pictures from the Bougainvillea Beach Resort:
(This is the hotel I stayed at while visiting the island.)
Here are some pictures from Little Arches:
This 10 room resort is similar to a bed and breakfast.
Here are some pictures from Hilton:
Here are some pictures from The House:
This resort really impressed me. Upon arrival you are greeted with a smoothie, and are invited to check in where ever you'd like. So if you want to relax by the pool, the ambassadors will come to you where ever you prefer. 2 ambassadors are assigned to every room, so it's all about SERVICE here!!! One of the pictures in this slide show are the private plunge pools. Very unique at this property.
Here are some pictures from Crystal Cove:
Here are some pictures from Accra:
Here are some pictures from Colony Club:
Here are some pictures from Almond Beach Club:
Here are some pictures from Almond Village:
This all inclusive property is great for anyone! I especially liked it for families. There was a separate section with pools and slides of all shapes and sizes for all ages of children and babies.
Here are some pictures from Sandy Lane:
(This is the resort that Tiger Woods got married at!! Very upper scale, very nice)
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