No idea is too farfetched these days!  A Czech travel agency is offering escorted trips for toys.  In the past week, the venture’s website has logged over 15,000 visitors. The concept is simple -  send them your favourite stuffed animal and they will escort it around the sights of Prague, taking photographs of the stuffed critter against backgrounds like Prague Castle or the Charles Bridge. The company was inspired by the 2001 film “Amelie”, in which the heroine has pictures of her father’s garden gnome posed in front of various world landmarks sent to him to convince him to fulfill his dream of touring the world.

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Here 8 tips to help you prepare for the unexpected while travelling:

1. At the very least, read all about the country you will be visiting on Canada’s Foreign Affairs site.
2. Make sure your passport is up to date.  There are some countries that require that it is valid for three or six months beyond the travel dates, so don’t wait until the last minute.
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Travelonly has secured group space on the June 19 2010 Alaska sailing of the Golden Princess!  Sail the gorgeous waterways and granite cliffs of the Inside Passage, home to whales, seals, eagles, and more.  Also, experience Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan. 

The cruise is roundtrip from Seattle and starts at just $1043 CAD per person plus port charges.  ALSO, book February 22-26 to qualify for a $150 On Board Credit, and reduced deposit of $150 per person.  Check out the flyer or contact Kevin for more information!

Are you considering taking a cruise but aren’t sure if cruising is really for you?  Let’s address 10 common questions about cruising:

1. Is Cruising Expensive?  Depending on your departure point and the itinerary you choose, the price of your cruise may seem high at first glance, but take into account that your cruise fare includes accommodation, meals, entertainment and activities for you and your children. Compared to the costs of a land vacation, a cruise will quite often be a more economical choice.  Also, if you haven’t looked lately, some of the prices out these days are very low, and the value is exceptional. (more…)