Posted by young traveller on 04/17/08 in Travel
The latest poll on lost luggage has many well known airlines with very
poor records for looking after our holiday bags. According to the
Association of European Airlines, on average around 25 out of every
1000 bags gets delayed and 1 bag in 2000 will be lost permanently.
Posted by young traveller on 03/27/08 in Automotive, Travel and Leisure
Opportunity in travel?
Location. Location. Location. You hear this all the time in real estate. Location is key. However, in business your success usually has more to do with timing. In the travel industry, right now is that moment.
There are two trends that are merging at this very moment that could put this market in position for exponential growth.
TREND #1:
Simply put, travel is the world’s largest industry. Worldwide, over $7 Trillion is spent annually, and at a growth rate that’s on track to double in the next 4-6 years, it’s a vast market to say the least. Baby Boomers are retiring at the rate of 1 every 8 seconds and will continue to spur this growth for the next 10-20 years.
Posted by young traveller on 03/26/08 in Travel and Leisure
One of the main attractions of a vacation visit to Sydney, Australia, is the stunning views of Sydney Harbor. Why not enjoy this magnificent scene from the deck of a speeding jet boat or a more leisurely cruising sailboat?
There are quite a few companies offering boat rides on Sydney Harbor so you have a variety to choose from.
Sail boats are a nice way to go because they cruise along at a slower pace and allow you to really drink in the surrounding beauty of the harbor. You can chat with you friends, family and shipmates while sipping a cold drink and letting the ocean breeze blow through you hair.
Posted by young traveller on 03/26/08 in Travel and Leisure
This article serves as a brief guide to a few of the numerous must see cultural goldmines in New York City.
American Museum of Natural History
See the 3.2 million year old lady. One of the greatest historical finds of our time and arguably the oldest known proof of human evolution, the skeleton of ‘Lucy’ is on display at the museum as well as a planetarium, complex dioramas, a rare selection of priceless articles in the library and an extensive display on the study of human evolution.
Established in 1869, the American Museum of Natural History in Manhattan’s Upper West Side is one of the most respected and interesting museums in the world.
Posted by young traveller on 03/25/08 in Travel and Leisure
Now that you have decided that you want to take a cruise, the next step is to decide where to go. There are hundreds of destinations for you to choose from, which can make your decision a difficult one. When considering which cruise to take, keep in mind how much you have to spend, which part of the world you want to travel to, and how long you want your cruise to be. These factors are usually enough to make your decision a little easier.
Posted by young traveller on 03/24/08 in Travel and Leisure
Cruise is a relaxing word. You imagine deck chairs, ocean breezes - and no responsibilities. The word lets your thoughts drift at sea - unless you’re my husband.
John feels confined on ships, he feels confined in the tuxedo he’s expected to wear to formal dinners on board and he can’t be conned into feeling fine about it.
When in doubt - or you can’t get your way - compromise. We compromised by sailing on a small ship - eighty passengers, casual dress and one seating for meals with a set menu.
Posted by young traveller on 03/24/08 in Travel and Leisure
The Rosario Island Coral Reef System is one of many marine National Parks in the Caribbean sea, and one of 46 in Colombia. The park covers an area of about 20 hectares of coral reef and 43 different islands.
The reef was formed hundreds of years ago. Volcanic activity deep below the earths surface pushed the seabed up over time, allowing coral beds to form and marine life to flourish. Today the area is home to more than 1,300 species of plants and animals and is a fantastic location for diving, snorkeling and other recreational water activities.
Posted by young traveller on 03/24/08 in Travel and Leisure
Are Baby Boomers that much different from other cruise passengers? According to many cruise line executives this one group of guests has probably created more changes in cruise ship programming than any other travelers since Noah’s Ark. The same group that made cell phones, BMW’s and flat screen TV’s a cultural phenomena is having a strong impact of how cruise lines go to market.
At a recent industry conference sponsored by Cruise Lines International Association, Marketing Chairman Dan Hanrahan (who is also president of Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises) pointed out that the lifestyle and interests of baby boomers has led to some unique new experiences on board for all passengers.
Posted by young traveller on 03/23/08 in Travel and Leisure
So it’s time for that vacation and you choose the Alaska Cruise Vacation. Well, first off, you should probably find out just what exactly you’re getting yourself into so let’s start with the basics.
The Alaska Cruise Vacation is very popular, for starters. The first thing you need to decide when planning your Alaskan vacation is which season you would like to set sail in. For most people, they choose the summer months because not only is the water warmer but also the day are a lot longer compared to the days in the winter months. Longer days means more time to explore the Alaskan terrain and all it has to offer in the amount of time you have at each port.
Posted by young traveller on 03/22/08 in Travel and Leisure
As a diver, I am always looking for a perfect place to dive, but doesn’t burn a hole in my pockets as well. I want a good place with good facilities, comfortable accommodation, good weather, good scenery and good food plus good security.
You know where I have found the place? Right in the island of Borneo on the Northern tip. The place is Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai and Mataking islands . on the Celebes Sea.
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