Do New Cruise Line Safety Standards Make You Feel Safe?

Costa-Concordia

Continuing in the wake of the Costa Concordia disaster, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the European Cruise Council today announced that the cruise industry has adopted three new safety policies which are to be implemented with immediate effect.  The announcement was made by Chairman of the European Cruise Council (ECC) and Member of the CLIA [...]

How to Avoid Travelers’ Diarrhea

Travelers' Diarrhea

We’re about to bop off to French Polynesia and explore Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Society Islands. We’ve learned the hard way that the quality of the world’s water is not equal, and that a savvy baby boomer world traveler will pay attention to these matters or they’ll wind up spending their vacation to exotic [...]

Want to Pick Your Airline Seatmate on Facebook?

KLM Meet Seat

Would you want to be able to use Facebook to pick your seatmate on an airline flight? I suppose in some ways this might be creepy.  On the other hand, if you were flying to a big conference, it might be interesting to sit with folks who might be attending the same conference. KLM launched [...]

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program for Overseas Travelers

Travel Documents US Passport

We just completed the online application enrolling us in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for those traveling overseas. While a few might object to “big brother” knowing their travel plans, the U.S. Department of State recommends that all U.S. overseas travelers enroll. Here’s the scoop from the U.S. Department of State: Stay Informed. Sign [...]

Travel Deal: 35% Off Spring Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting

Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting

This just in from our friends at Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting. Hurry, seats are limited. Read on…

Romantic Wine Pairings for Girl Scout Cookies

Wine Pairings for Girl Scout Cookies

Looking for a unique little romantic interlude? Grab your picnic basket, a nice blanket, a nice bottle of wine … and a box of Girl Scout Cookies? Read on…

Hawaii, The Big Adventure Island

Hawaiian Islands Map

Hawaii Island is bigger than all the other islands combined, and full of adventure. Read on…

Hotel Finder Tool Launched by Google

Google Hotel Finder

Use this tool to find a hotel located near a specific tourist attraction. Read on…

Travel Alert: Authorized Cuban Travel Open to Americans

Cuba Malecon Boardwalk Old Havana_red

A unique opportunity to legally visit Cuba through a “people-to-people” educational photographic tour. Read on…

Just Released: The 2012 AAA Five Diamond List

Jumbo Bay, Rosewood Resort, Antigua

We’ll help you decide which of these properties to visit with our lush video and photographic reports! Read on…