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| Vol 4 , Issue 3 |
March 2010 |
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Greetings!
With St. Patrick's Day approaching, I thought it would be fun to open this newsletter with an Irish toast!
May the winds of fortune sail you,
May you sail a gentle sea.
May it always be the other guy
who says, "this drink's on me."
Enjoy the March newsletter... and...
May the luck of the Irish by with you!
Happy St. Patrick's Day! |
| Roatan helps put Honduras back on the travel map |
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A favorite souvenir on Honduras' most popular island destination is a T-shirt that reads, "Where the hell is Roatan? Answer: Between Utila and Guanaja."
Other than scuba divers, most are unaware of the Caribbean paradise about 50 kilometers off the Central American coast and flanked by its smaller, Bay Island neighbors along the southern end of the world's second-longest barrier reef.
The island's most talked-about development is the new Mahogany Bay Cruise Center, a $62 million partnership between Carnival Corp. and a local businessman. Capable of accommodating 8,000 passengers on two ships, Roatan's second cruise terminal whisks vacationers via chairlift to a private beach where cold beers and thatched-roof cabanas await.
But outside of the cruise terminals, there is a whole other Roatan to be discovered.
"They've [tourists] never heard of Roatan, and they're blown away by what they find: a mountainous, tropical island with an 'old Caribbean' feel. It's a Jimmy Buffett place, even though he's never been here," says West Bay restaurant owner and real-estate broker Edward Moulder.
Bob Lee's aptly named Hole in the Wall is a tiny, over-the-water restaurant near Oak Ridge that's a cross between a Texas roadhouse and a set from Gilligan's Island. Lee washed up in Roatan 20 years ago from California, his boat sidelined by a storm and a gash in the hull. The sunken trimaran now rests under the bar of the Hole in the Wall. The 66-year-old Lee, accompanied by his scarlet macaw, Abogado, says he wears shoes "only when I'm forced to."
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| Picture Perfect |
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By Valerie Rains, Budget Travel Magazine
Valerie says, "Great trip photos don't just happen".
Whether it's a sunset, a city at night or wildlife... These are great tips for taking great photos on your next trip!
After each tip, there is a link to view a fabulous photo.
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Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives |
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Hosted by Guy Fieri on the Food Network
Personally... I love this show! It never ceases to get my mouth watering... NEVER watch it hungry!!!
From the Food TV website:
"Diners, Drive-ins and Dives are popular again thanks to faithful baby boomers, a slew of younger fans and a whole new generation of owners. Join Guy Fieri as he visits classic "greasy spoon" spots, from a roadside shack in Tarpley, Texas to a Las Vegas sports bar with stellar stromboli."
If you are planning a road trip in the US this year, why not visit one!
Click here to view the list of featured restaurants
Click here to view the Triple D on foodnetwork.com |
| Running Tours in Amsterdam |
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Custom tours are also available
Cycling tours are popular throughout Europe, but running tours?
That's what two members of a Dutch triathlon club had in mind when they formed "Tourist Run Amsterdam," a company that will launch running tours of the city starting next month.
Licensed guides who are also seasoned runners will provide "running commentary" as they lead tourists on 7.5 kilometer (5-mile) jogs along the canals, across bridges, through the Red Light district, Dam square, past the Anne Frank House and more...
Custom Tours can be arranged catering to a groups individual needs concerning length, speed, etc. All groups are limited to 5 runners.
For more information, please visit Tourist City Running by clicking here. |
| Contiki Holidays |
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Specializing in tours for 18 to 35 year olds
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Contiki Holidays isn't well known in today's marketplace even though they've been in business for 47 years and offer a fantastic opportunity for 18 to 35 year olds to travel through Canada, US, UK, Europe, Australia & New Zealand at affordable prices.
Singles can choose to be paired up with another same sex traveller for no extra cost, avoiding the single supplement charges.
From camping in Europe to sailing in Australia to the Calgary Stampede to the hottest cities in the US, Contiki offers a wide range of vacation options.
Here are a couple of quotes from the Contiki website:
"No one older. No one younger. Travel with us & you'll meet people your age, make friends from all over the world & share some incredible times together."
"All Contiki tours include breakfast every day & many dinners. But we don't cover every meal, especially lunches, so you can explore in your free time, meet the locals & try things out on your own."
"Get off the beaten track with our expert local guides, who'll share their knowledge, so you can discover even more."
Visit the Contiki website by clicking here.
Email me anytime for current pricing by clicking here. |
| Europe 2010 |
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All of the tour operators have absolutely fabulous Europe vacations available. With the Canadian dollar on the rise, the cost of visiting Europe is definitely more affordable.
Whether it's a pub crawl in Ireland, a river cruise in Germany, the tattoo in Edinburgh, or a gondola ride in Venice, the tour operators have you covered.
And the festivals! They are pretty much never-ending in Europe all summer long.
There are music festivals, grand prix races, arts festivals, regional festivals, the gay games, and so much more.
Don't forget the Cannes International Film Festival, Oberammergau Passion Play, Edinburgh Military Tattoo, The 2010 Open Golf Championship and World Youth Day!
Europe has something for every member of the family to enjoy. |
| Questions & Answers |
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Q - "What travel immunizations will I need?"
A - Great question... Unfortunately, this is not a question I am personally equipped to answer.
The Public Health Agency of Canada says:
"If you are planning to travel outside of Canada, you may require immunizations, depending on your travel destination, the length of your stay and whether or not your routine immunizations are up-to-date. Since it can take several weeks for an immunization to protect you against a disease, you should consult a travel health clinic or your family physician 6 to 8 weeks before your trip in order to allow enough time for the vaccines or immunizing agent to take effect.
The actual immunizations you may require will vary according to your age, health, and any pre-existing medical conditions, as well as the nature of your travel, whether you will be staying in city hotels or travelling in remote rural areas. A travel health clinic or family physician should assess your individual circumstances and provide any vaccines that may be required for your trip."
For further information from Public Health Agency for Canada, please click here
Send your questions to Janna. | |
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