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Sunquest unveils 2010 Med Cruise line-up with Upgrade Offer!

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Sunquest is partnering with MSC again for it’s 2010 cruise program -choose from one of 4 fabulous ships with unique 7 night itineraries, and air is included with all bookings!    In addition to already low prices, the first 500 passengers to book inside cabins also get a free upgrade to a balcony!   Don’t wait, contact me today for a quote.

Done it All? How About a Trip to SPACE!?

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Looking for the ultimate adventure, and have some money to burn?  GAP Adventures is now offering a trip to The ‘Final Frontier’!  On the ‘Russian Space Adventure’,  you can journey to the edge of the earth’s atmosphere in a MiG31 Jet Fighter!   At 60,000 feet you will have a view of planet earth that very few people will ever experience. 

They also have a couple of more ‘economical’ options.

Contact me with questions, or to book your once in a lifetime trip to SPACE!

Why Oberammergau is the place to be in 2010 (but you need to know about it now)

Thursday, September 17th, 2009

A play of life and death, promised in a moment of mortal threat - so began the history of the Oberammergau Passion Play in 1633.  In the middle of the Thirty Years War, after months of suffering and death from the plague, the Oberammergauers swore an oath that they would perform the “Play of the Suffering, Death and Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ” every ten years.  At Pentecost 1634, they fulfilled their pledge for the first time on a stage they put up in the cemetery above the fresh graves of the plague victims.

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Fun Geography - Countries of the World by YAKKO

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

The One Room Mobile Luxury Hotel!

Friday, April 17th, 2009

Everland is more of an intriguing project than a hotel, but don’t be mistaken, it really is a hotel too!  It can be booked for a night or visited during the day.  The pod-like structure includes a king bed, a bathroom and a lounge area.  It also comes with great views, a record collection, and breakfast delivered to your door.

The rub though, is that Everland is MOBILE, and make it’s temporary home in various interesting locations around the world!   Currently in it’s fourth home, Everland sits on the roof of Palais de Tokyo in Paris, with a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower. 

Interested in staying at Everland? You’ll have to wait and see where it shows up next, as all remaining dates in Paris are booked!  Read more about the Everland Project here!

Experience the Emerald Isle

Monday, March 16th, 2009

We often refer to Ireland as the “Emerald Isle”, but visitors are often surprised to find two Irelands with distinct characteristics and unique destinies that live side by side and share a common land. One could even say that there are dozens of Irelands, each varying according to its region, weather and people.

Take a guided tour, or choose a more independent approach. The options for seeing this epic destination are endless! 

Immerse yourself in the potential in this article by Transat Holidays:

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Royal Caribbean launches nation

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

Royal Caribbean cruise line has just introduced it’s exciting and innovative new marketing campaign, and with it a new nation - The Nation of Why Not.   In this nation there are 21 floating States, dolphins have voting rights, surfing in the middle of the ocean is encouraged, and the motto is ‘Why Not’.

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Experts ’solve’ mystery of Stonehenge

Friday, October 3rd, 2008

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in the English county of Wiltshire.  It is believed to have originated in approximately 2500 BC, and is basically a set of large standing stones set in a circular pattern.  But WHY?  We may finally have an explanation…

In case you missed it, here is the news release: CNN Article

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