Destination: The Island of Maui
Active Travel – A Dream For The Go-Go Traveler The second-largest of Hawaii’s islands offers something for everyone, yes, but a vacation in Maui is perhaps especially suited to the more active traveler. Snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking, surfing, helicopter touring, and sailing are all common activities. Don’t miss out on … Read More
Destination: Dublin
Get “Craic”in… Celtic Capital Sets the Bar High for Good Times You’ll find great “craic”—the Irish term for fun—in Temple Bar, where music and laughter enliven plentiful pubs. Learn to pull the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse, or get in the spirit at the Old Jameson Distillery. For a … Read More
Destination: Republic of Ireland
Castles, cliffs, and one of the world’s most dazzling coastlines await. Drive the Ring of Kerry for memorable views of mountains and sea, and experience the stony isolation of the Burren, a vast limestone plateau. Brace yourself atop the windy 700-foot Cliffs of Moher, and walk among 60-million-year-old stone columns … Read More
Destination: Riviera Maya & Talum
The Mexican Caribbean Coast South of Cancun to Punta Allen. With an upcoming trek into the region, I will be having more to offer shortly. Generally you will fly into CUN Cancún International, and from there drive or hire a transfer to your destination. There are a few limited flights … Read More
Destination: Santo Domingo – Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is the Capitol and largest city in the Dominican Republic (DR), and the largest city on Hispanola the Island the DR shares with Haiti. There is a great deal of culture to be found in Santo Domingo, essentially the first major Spanish City in the New World. And … Read More
Expired Airfare Special: Virgin Atlantic LAX-LHR UpperClass Discount
THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED Until July 25, 2018, I am able to offer on Virgin Atlantic’s 3 non-stop flights between LAX and LHR a $525.00 discount off the published Upper-Class (Business Class) pricing. The flight must be ticketed (Paid) by July 25, 2018, but should be good for any dates … Read More
Qatar Airways Update: LAX Premium Class Special Pricing
THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED Just a few of the sample dates on Qatar Business Class, not all listed at the Qatar site or Googel/Matrix. The current offerings, as of 15 Jun 2018. LAX Los Angeles – DOH Doha Qatar – CNX Chiang Mai Thailand – $2899 Round Trip sample date: … Read More
JetBlue Update: Expanding BUR Service and other So Cal Destinations
Beginning 5 September, 2018, JetBlue will be reinstating it’s daytime flight from BUR Burbank to JFK New York, and adding a new route of BUR Burbank to BOS Boston BUR Burbank – JFK New York eff: 5 Sept 2018 B6 2358 | BUR 1141 > 2005 JFK | 320 | … Read More
Destination: Dominican Republic – The North Coast Puerto Plata
Located on the north side of the Dominican Republic (DR) on the Atlantic Ocean. Puerto Plata is a small but charming town. Except for a few attractions, not an exciting destination in itself, but does offer one of the nicer swimmable beaches in the DR. It makes a good gateway … Read More
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa – Puerto Plata
Hands down, this is the best hotel in Puerto Plata. So for me, this is the only option when spending a few nights in town. And an SLH property, so it is a boutique hotel, and not a price that is overly expensive. I was surprised to find out that … Read More
Ambergris Cay – Turks & Caicos – Special Flash Sale
All-inclusive private Caribbean island getaway This offer has expired. Ambergris Cay, Turks & Caicos For a short period of time, Secret Escapes is having a Flash Sale on this intriguing private island resort in the Turks & Caicos. There is a 4-day minimum which is the perfect amount of time … Read More
Destination: Frankfurt, Germany
When I told our travel friend Jeff that I was planning a 2 day stop in Frankfurt, he plainly asked “Why are you going to Frankfurt ?”… and now I know why. Frankfurt is not a bad place, just awfully dull, pleasant but uninteresting. And it may have the worst … Read More