| Simone Kane: Around the UK 1 Fans of 'The Lord of the Rings' and The Chronicles of Narnia should head for the Royal Armouries in Leeds, where Arms and Armour from the Movies has 230 handcrafted props of weapons and armour that have never been shown before (royal armouries.org). Publ.Date : Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:01 +0100 Even at the age of 400, Quebec's still young at heart A breaching whale is not an uncommon sight in coastal Canada. But this one blows spume high above the city of Quebec, so there is a collective intake of breath from the thousands of spectators gathered along the waterfront. Publ.Date : Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:01 +0100 Hotel of the Week: Slow down. Taste the good life Informed foodies have long known there's more to the historic market town of Ludlow than its well-preserved Norman castle. It's also home to the UK headquarters of the Slow Food movement and one of the UK's leading annual food and drink festivals. Not bad going for a town with a population of just over 10,000. Publ.Date : Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:01 +0100 This is summer: Travel Who cares about the strength of the euro against the pound when there are plenty of reasons to holiday in the UK this year Fantastic hotels and restaurants, inspiring cultural venues, fun day-trip attractions and exciting events can be found close to home, whichever part of the country you live in. Publ.Date : Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:26 +0100 Pull up your bar stool for cocktails at 35,000ft Taste the difference. In my right hand I have a glass containing a few ice cubes, a big slug of gin, a slosh of tonic and a slice of lemon. In my left is a glass full of ice, with a more restrained measure of spirit, lime has been squeezed in the glass and rubbed around the rim, and the drink has been topped with tonic and served with a sprig of rosemary. Which do you think tastes better? Publ.Date : Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:01 +0100 |
 Northwest reports $377 million loss Airline stocks on Wednesday were trading higher as oil prices - the industry's greatest burden - plunged. Publ.Date : Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:46:22 EDT View from the top of Germany The Zugspitze is the highest point in Germany. Standing on this 9,700-foot peak, one traveler says he feels like a maestro conducting a symphony of snow-capped peaks, as the mighty Alps stretch seemingly forever to the right and left. Publ.Date : Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:53:04 EDT United reports $2.7 billion loss United Airlines parent UAL Corp. stock soared 68% Tuesday after it reported a second-quarter net loss of $2.7 billion Tuesday due to the soaring price of fuel and announced thousands of new job cuts. Publ.Date : Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:21:58 EDT Follow a water trail to vacation fun Read full story for latest details. Publ.Date : Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:22:46 EDT Mount McKinley tour goes green Read full story for latest details. Publ.Date : Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:46:22 EDT Hadrian's legacy resonates through the ages When the Roman Emperor Hadrian came to power in 117AD he inherited an empire that was overstretched militarily and creaking at the seams. Publ.Date : Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:44:27 EDT |
So you want to travel the world but you have a tight budget? Are you tired of reading about everyone elses exotic adventures and ready to have some of your own? Have you always wanted to take an international vacation but thought you couldnt afford it? There are numerous travel destinations across the world that are both exciting and affordable. Five of them are described here to give you ideas and get you started planning your own getaway.
There are two ways to approach affordable vacations to distant destinations. Either you will save money getting there or the savings will occur once you arrive at your selected spot. If you want the trip there to be affordable, many travel consolidators recommend choosing well-known destinations that are served by numerous airlines and receive millions of travelers each year. The competition for customers usually drives costs down for everything from lodging to tour packages. Airfares between major hubs tend to be more affordable and there are often plenty of discounts and last minute travel deals.....more
The list would not be complete without a North American destination, and the champ of all affordable locales is Las Vegas. It too is a city that should be seen at least once, and many world travelers return again and again for the gaming, art, shows and people watching that just cant be found anywhere else.Close enough to other top U.S. attractions like the Grand Canyon, Vegas provides other options for those who have had their fill of casinos.
The city has long been known for its cheap vacation packages with hotels and resorts that offer discount rates for rooms, meals and entertainment in hopes of attracting people to their gaming tables.Airfare rates into Vegas are some of the most reasonable in the United States, no matter the origination destination.And with more than 100,000 hotel rooms to choose from, there is sure to be a lodging choice that fits your budget....more
How-to Pack and Travel Lite
In this day and age of traveling cephalalgia, there are a few packing tactics to employ. To cut out an extra thirty to forty minutes at the arriving airport, start with packing small luggage. Since carry-ons can not exceed a linear dimension of 45 inches, you can escape the fiasco of the baggage terminal by simply packing and traveling light. To learn how to pack all your needs into one suitcase, read more.
Use the following pithy packing tips to make your travel light:
Make a list. Compose a pack list. Be sure to coordinate shirts and blouses with bottoms. To maximize your traveling wardrobe fashion savoir faire, stick with solids and versatile basics. Rule-out any clothes that do not match other items.
Roll 'em up please. The best way to fit all your clothes is by rolling pants and shirts. First fold each item in half. Then simply roll. To try to maintain any creases, start on the bulkiest end of the article of clothing.
Gear up. How to make an awe-inspiring impression out of a basic or mundane outfit' For the most glam appeal, accessorize with a vibrant tie (for him) or a florid scarf (for her). Multihued accessories can liven up just about any attire.
Minimize bulk. After you check for space, edit outfits ' ruthlessly. Try to pack microfibers with wrinkle and stain free comfort. With most of your attire, stay in the same color scheme ' in case you have to layer up for warmth.
Employ shoe smarts. For men, any leather rubber-soled shoes can make the day and night transition, easy. For woman, a pair of flip-flops, strappy sandals and comfy wedges can serve all casual ' chic dressing needs.
Put under garments on the top. To reduce the embarrassment of under garments becoming the side show attraction of the open luggage scan, place all panties in a plastic bag free of any clippers, lighters or other questionable paraphernalia. For expedient security review, place the transparent bag on top of your other items so security can access the bag without ruining your efficient packing method.
Lose Extra Baggage. Leave the heavy travel guide at home. Duplicate important resources to keep your luggage free of extra pounds. Since most hotels and resorts provide irons and blow-dryers --leave yours at home for light travel.
Leave restricted items at home. If you want to make it through security extra fast, avoid any firearms, weapons, box-cutters, scissors, razors, lighters and any other item that may be used in a terrorist situation.
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A little preparation will make a big difference in how enjoyable traveling with your kids can be. Use some of our tips and ideas below, whether you and your children are traveling by car or plane. After all, this is the time of the year when we are ready to relax and rejuvenate, not stress about how to get to our favorite vacation spot while listening to Are we there yet? every 10 minutes. Outlined below are some ways for you to make sure both you and your kids are comfortable while traveling. ....more
