Posts Tagged ‘travel’
Your Guide to Cruising From the Port of Miami
The Port of Miami, often referred to as the Cruise Capital of the World, accommodates more cruise passengers than any other port. With its close proximity to Latin America and the Caribbean, this international gateway is convenient for reaching numerous tropical locales. The Port of Miami is also a convenient port for travelers that want…
Read MoreSummer's Coolest Mountain Get-Aways
While the summer heat naturally woos beach goers, some savvy travelers plan to head for the hills for cooler summer fun. Summer is the time when many of the world’s ski resorts bloom. Mountain ranges turn green and refreshingly cold streams and rivers transverse the landscape. Most ski resorts take advantage of this natural bounty…
Read MoreLuxury Suite of the Sea
No expense was spared when Norwegian Cruise Line designed the Regent SUite aboard the Regent Seven Seas Explorer. The suite costs $10,000 a night to book, and just the bed itself is valued at $150,000. The suite has a personal spa, sauna, heated lounge chairs, and Steinway piano. As for space the suite is 50%…
Read MoreLuxury Hotel Health Trends
Hotels are flooding into the wellness trends in hopes of offering the next best amenities. The flurry of news behind hotels planning, opening, and redesigning their wellness offerings spread the spectrum from fitness, sleep, and even some quirky processes. Cryotherapy Stepping into a machine with as little clothing as possible and being blasted with air…
Read MoreGreat Destination Options for Family Fun During Your Summer Vacation
July is upon us, and the children have been out of school just long enough to become bored and quarrelsome. It’s definitely the right time to start thinking about heading out for your summer vacation. This can seem like a chore to some families, but it’s actually a wonderful opportunity for everyone to enjoy time…
Read MoreEast-West Jet Lag is Worst
Jet lag affects every traveler differently, but a common trend among those flying east has shown that travel in that direction produces worse jet lag than any other direction. A scientific model has been prepared to demonstrate the effects on time-keeping cells in the body. In the hypothalamus pacemaker cells synchronize and determine whether it is…
Read MoreLightweight Carry-Ons for Your Next Vacation
If you are not planning on traveling via private jet, extra checked baggage can really add up. Fitting as much as you can into your carry-on will help relieve the pain of travel. Try to bring these to maximize space and weight. Inflatable Pillow: A place to lay your head in comfort and weighing only…
Read MoreUpgrade Your Summer Vacation Options in Upstate New York
Enjoying a great summer vacation does not necessarily mean that one must go abroad. The nation’s northeastern region is the ideal vacation destination for those who want to explore nature, visit cultural sites and avoid the sweltering heat that characteristically plagues most U.S. residents during the summer months. Specifically, visitor attractions in upstate New York…
Read MoreVillas Above Hotels
It’s okay to browse hotels for your fantasy holiday destination, but privacy and luxury will only be found in the villas. Hotels can be stylish but villas have exclusivity that many desire, the freedom to have breakfast on your time or all the free space you might need. In looking for villas for your vacation…
Read MoreSleep Better on International Flights
Jet lag is one of the most common and aggravating downsides to long distance flights. Advice usually abounds around sleeping on international flights to avoid jet lag. But sleep may be more difficult to catch on a crowded airplane. Keep stress low by planning earlier than usual. Double checking your hotel and flight details, and…
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