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Hi there, and happy new year, travelers and wannabe’s!  I qualify for both, depending on life’s demands at the moment. I’ll bet the same is ...more

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Celebrate the New Year in America’s Oldest City

Thanks to Vacation Rental Pros for sharing the really cool infographic below about some of the fun things to do in St. Augustine. ...more

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I Cracked Up the Cat


At Gaylord Palms’ “Shrek the Halls” 2011 Christmas Event


Puss ‘n Boots and me…. we’re buds! My hubby treated me to a weekend of ...more

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Flying Just Got Friendlier


New consumer protections for airline passengers take effect


New consumer protections for airline passengers established by the U.S. Department of Transportation ...more

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Ticket to Ride

Fans of the Fab Four, check this out! The 2012 Beatles Tribute Cruise departs on February 4th, coinciding with the 48th anniversary of the Beatles ...more

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Penguin on a Plane

Flying Penguin? Every now and then you stumble upon something silly in cyberspace that just makes you smile. That was the case ...more

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Don’t Break the Bank: Tips for Calling Abroad

Here’s the scenario: You’ve just checked in to your hotel at a luxurious European resort, and you’re looking forward to ...more

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6 Reasons to Take Your Computer on Vacation

Computers have become increasingly powerful and portable. With more and more devices like tablets, netbooks and sliders being introduced ...more

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Frommers’ Top 10 Vacation Destinations for 2011

Each year, Frommers’ editors, authors and experts from around the world sit down to talk about the best cities, islands, beaches and other vacation destinations ...more

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Condé Nast Traveler Votes for Paradise Coast

The readers of Condé Nast Traveler recently heralded Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades as a winning combination, placing three area properties in ...more

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The Conversation Secret

There’s this amazing poet and philosopher, Allen Jesson, who’s got lots of secrets to share. Here’s one of his 77: when traveling, ditch ...more

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How to Save Money on Cruise Ships

You’ve booked and paid for the cruise. Whether low- or high-end, you’ve predetermined your vacation budget. Problem is, many novice cruisers neglect to factor in ...more

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Bradenton Beach, Then and Now

Emmy-award winning producer Charles Robert Neuf presents both the historical and modern day charms of Bradenton Beach. He also provides a glimpse of the ...more

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How to Open Wine with a Shoe


Great wine, no corkscrew? You don’t need to know French to understand these instructions. But do they really work? Sommeliers and oenophiles, ...more

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Pack it In – and in, and in and in ….

My esteemed editor commented recently that since I travel so frequently, I must have some good packing tips to share. I’m guessing she assumed ...more

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