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by Greg Cruey on October 13, 2009
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The world can be a dangerous place. But things change. MSNBC has a list of 10 place you probably thought you'd never go. Too dangerous. But (like I said) things change.
Have yo...
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by Gloria Gamat on August 27, 2009
The Australian Outback is one offbeat destination that is quite interesting.
In this blog, the striking colors of the Australian Outback has been featured in beautiful photos.
The one i love most ...
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by Greg Cruey on April 24, 2009
TravelPost had an interesting spot earlier this month on the 32-room Hotel Rosengarten in the Black Forest region. It will soon become Germany's first nude hotel, "catering solely to those wi...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on July 25, 2008
Wow! That's two mystery travel leads I've received this week! Do I detect a trend? Perhaps the popularity of programs such as CSI, cold case and the multiple variations of Law and Order has c...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on July 24, 2008
Here's a bit of an offbeat, albeit maudlin activity for your next vacation in LA. If you've always been a fan of film noir, and if you've always had secret aspirations to become a PI, you...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on June 8, 2008
Once upon a time, there was a Colorado town with no name. Because it was nameless, it had no post office. In 1859, a general by the name of George E. Spencer decided that it was time to remedy this s...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on May 18, 2008
You know, I'm just as excited about the Sex and the City Movie as any other girl. After all, I am, or at least was, the quintessential Carrie. How do I know that? I took the
quiz.
That said, i...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on May 5, 2008
I realize that since we've been back from Thailand for weeks, this post might be a bit after the fact. However, while looking through my photos, I had to share this with you! Songkran is Thailand...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on April 26, 2008
As Mother's Day approaches, you might find yourself wondering what you should get for Mom. But seriously, does she really need another Nightgown? While searching for Mother's Day travel ideas...
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by Lisa Marie Mercer on March 12, 2008
Do you love animals? Have you always wanted to visit the Grand Canyon? The Best Friends Animal Society is working with Green Earth Travel to offer you a four-night vacation that will combine the best ...
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by Melissa Petri on December 25, 2007
Wishing everyone all the best this holiday season. Merry Christmas everybody!
Here's queen elizabeth II's YouTube Christmas message.
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by Melissa Petri on November 17, 2007
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Did you know that there is a link between Viagra and Jet lag? Don't laugh, because there is. Well, at least to hamsters.
A study shows, that Viagra does not treat impotence, it can also &...
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by Melissa Petri on November 11, 2007
I've already blogged about this video. But incase you haven't seen or heard this Steward, then you SHOULD listen to this hilarious clip.
Click on LiveLeak to experience the funniest Pre-fligh...
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by Melissa Petri on November 7, 2007
Are you single? Brave enough for speed dating? Interested in visiting Europe? Then listen up, because this isn't a joke.
Did you know that you can fly to cities in Europe and speed date on a 737...
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by Melissa Petri on October 29, 2007
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Will you be in New York this Halloween? Here are great ideas to keep you entertained on Hallow's Eve.
1. Attend the largest public participatory event in NYC, the "Village Hearth&quo...
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by Melissa Petri on May 8, 2007
No hotel or flight offers. Just awesome Boeing landings.
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by Melissa Petri on October 13, 2006
Are you pregnant? Do you want the child you are bearing to be able to fly for FREE until he/she turns 18? If so, when you are nearly at your full-term, book a ticket and fly with Jazeera Airways.
Se...
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by Melissa Petri on September 28, 2006
In my opinion, pictures are the best ever trip souvenir that we can take home with us to remind us of the fun we had while on vacation. Thank God for digital photos, we do not have to spend a lot of m...
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by Melissa Petri on August 16, 2006
An interesting photo I received by email. Someone's great idea of how else we can use an overhead bin, especially now that carry-ons are limited.
Any of you know of any other interesting picture...
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by Melissa Petri on July 16, 2006
John Reed was one of the lucky ones.
He found a message in a bottle. It would have been romantic if it was written by some beautiful lady stuck in an island. Alas, that was not the kind of luck John...
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by Melissa Petri on May 24, 2006
Tonight, people all over the world will be glued to their TV sets as they watch Katherine McPhee and Taylor Hicks sing their way against each other to be the next American Idol. Fancy yourself to be n...
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by Melissa Petri on April 14, 2006
When planning to go sightseeing, most tourists go for that famous hotspot. It's that place where every other tourist has decided to visit. Think Eiffel Tower, the Washington Monument, the Louvre, ...
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by Melissa Petri on March 25, 2006
Both photo and scoop are Hotel Chatter exclusives.
As described by Conde Nast Traveler, the Standard truly is NOT your typical hotel.
Where else would you find a hotel where decorations include a h...
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by Melissa Petri on March 7, 2006
If you have a taste for adventure and are open for a quirky yet interesting experience, then head on out to Key Largo in Florida.
Jules' Undersea Lodge is located underwater off the coast of Flor...
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by Melissa Petri on June 29, 2005
A great blog discovery that should not be kept a secret. It's unique and hella funny! I have read lots of tourist stories in my life but nothing has made me laugh this hard.
One example...
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by Melissa Petri on June 20, 2005
"What should I do now?"
Don't let that phrase eat up the rest of your life as you face retirement. Retirement does not only mean staying in a retirement village and getting bored until...
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by Melissa Petri on June 17, 2005
During my Architecture student days, I asked one of my professors to approve my plan to design a fully-functional treehouse. He said no. He was an unimaginative old guy who thought that students shoul...
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by Melissa Petri on June 10, 2005
Why oh why are summer vacations always the same?! Quite frankly, I always had this feeling that something is amiss. That something better is out there. Not just the standard vacation fare.
Like this ...
