April 2010
REID TRAVEL
326 East Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
561-395-6670 * 800-248-8404
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Iceland consumes more Coca-Cola per capita than any other nation.
The State of Florida is bigger than England.
Antarctica is the only continent without reptiles or snakes.
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Which city in the world is sinking at an average of 10 cm per year?
* email the correct answer to our trivia question to mail@reidtravel.com by April 30th for your entry in the drawing for a $25 travel certificate.
For the answer to last month's question, scroll to the bottom of this newsletter.
Be sure to check next month's e-news for another fun trivia question and the answer to this one!
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Beginning in April, passengers on Azamara Club Cruises will find sodas, specialty coffees, gratuities and wine with meals, included in the cost of their cruise.
 Azamara Club Cruises also offers complimentary shuttle buses in ports wherever possible. Suite guests will enjoy English butler service and complimentary dining in the specialty restaurants, Prime C and Aqualina.
The three-year-old cruise line, which changed its name last fall to reflect its club like atmosphere, took a new direction under new leadership last summer.  Larry Pimentel, CEO of Azamara is revamping the line's itineraries to include longer stays in ports and more overnights. This philosophy of "destination immersion" results in slowing down the ship for a more intense cultural experience in exotic ports.
Azamara Club Cruises will be sailing in Europe, Asia and the Caribbean for the next year with plans to add South American in 2012. Excellent offers are in place for Europe in 2010.
Call us today to book your Azamara cruise!
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Healthy Travel
If you have any food allergies, learn the names of those foods in the languages used in the countries you'll be visiting. This way you'll be better equipped to stay on the look out for them. |
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| from the desk of Frances Wood....
A unique experience - A floating safari in Botswana!
The Zambezi Queen, a new 150-foot-long river boat described as a "five-story-floating boutique hotel" is a far cry from the African Queen of movie fame. It offers a luxurious way to explore one of the world's lesser-known waterways - the Chobe River in Botswana.
 The Zambezi Queen features 14 suites, all with private balconies, colonial-style decor and plenty of mosquito screening. The boat also has a bar, reading room and plunge pool. There are small boats for up close water-based game viewing and 1/2 day land viewing in the park with guides and vehicles from the boat.
The mighty river which runs through Chobe National Park supports an array of wildlife including elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocs and impalas.
Tours are two or three days and cover 20 miles of the river. Rates vary depending on length, season and accommodation.
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| from the desk of Trish Timmerman ....
Experience the Homestead in Hot Springs, Virginia
A timeless treasure among historic Virginia Luxury Resorts and a National Historic Landmark, the Homestead, situated in the Allegheny Mountains, is a wonderful getaway spot for a refreshing Spring or Summer retreat.
The Homestead has been a cherished destination for generations of travelers since the American Revolution. Guests are invited to rediscover life's many grand and timeless pleasures in a setting steeped in history and Southern hospitality.
The Homestead is one of the world's finest golf and spa destinations. Here, you can enjoy many of your favorite activities and try your hand at a few new ones. The challenge isn't finding something to do, but finding time to do it all. Experience three championship golf courses, a fabulous spa, a world-class shooting club, fly fishing and 100 miles of trails to explore. There is also an award-winning Kidsclub. This historic luxury resort offers vacation adventures for the entire family.
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from the desk of Frances Wood....
For The Connoisseur .......
After extreme damage during Hurricane Katrina, the world-famous Roosevelt Hotel has re-opened in New Orleans under the Waldorf Astoria flag.
The moment you enter the block-long canopy of golden columns and crystal chandeliers, there's little question that your stay will be anything short of grand. Originally opened in 1893 as one of the South's first grand hotels, a $145 million restoration has returned The Roosevelt to its place as the premier luxury hotel in New Orleans. Now a part of the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Collection, this landmark combines elegant guest rooms, historic dining and entertainment venues, luxurious meeting spaces and new indulgences like Guerlain Spa for a truly legendary experience in the heart of the city.
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For The Foodie .......
from the desk of Janet Pringle ....
The Fairmont Hotel Famous Chocolate Fudge
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/4 cups dark semisweet chocolate
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
Heat sweetened condensed milk and chocolate in top of double-boiler until chocolate is melted. Stir in the vanilla extract and nuts. Pour into a greased pan and place in the refrigerator until firm. The pan should be approximately 16x8 inches and 2 inches deep. Cut into small squares, about 2 inches in size.
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