| 771 | RoomSaver.com Enhances Web Site by Adding Unparalleled New Features Preview: RoomSaver.com Enhances Web Site by Adding Unparalleled New Features February 20, 2004, Norfolk, Va. – RoomSaver.com (www.roomsaver.com), the Web’s most comprehensive source for hotel discounts and a division of Trader Publishing Company, today announced the addition of several new and aesthetic changes to the site. The recent modifications includ... (more) Published By: Katie Glaser Submitted: 19 February,2004 |
| 772 | New Zealand Paua Shell Preview: Learn More about Paua Haliotis Shells We have a small group of shells collectively known as paua, unique only to New Zealand. The group comes from the worldwide family Haliotidae, which contains nearly 130 species from oceans in both tropical and temperate zones. These shellfish have been used for food since ancient times and have figured largel... (more) Published By: David Finlay Submitted: 08 March,2004 |
| 773 | New Zealand GreenStone or Jade Preview: Learn More about Jade / Greenstone What Is Jade? Well, to start with, there are two kinds of Jade: their geological names are Jadeite and Nephrite. The common names for Nephrite are Greenstone or in Maori - Pounamu. Jadeite is found in an area around the northern Burnese border with China. Nephrite is found in New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Ru... (more) Published By: David Finlay Submitted: 08 March,2004 |
| 774 | Vacations That Rock Preview: Vacations That Rock Initially, Elizabeth Duss was a little hesitant when her husband, Anthony told her about his special plans for their anniversary. “When my husband said that he was taking me away on a romantic weekend for our anniversary, I was thrilled, until he told me he was planning on taking me to Boise. But it was the best anniversary... (more) Published By: Andrew Kress Submitted: 23 March,2004 |
| 775 | SECRETS OF THE LONDON TUBE Preview: Although it's many years since I left my home in London I still occasionally use The Tube, as the London Underground is affectionately known. Hold on. Affectionately? Does anybody actually hold any affection for the network of tunnels that run beneath the surface of our capital, or the rolling stock that runs through them? They’re over-crowded... (more) Published By: Sharon Jacobsen Submitted: 02 April,2004 |
| 776 | The World's Biggest Capital Village Preview: Oslo. Norway's capital city. Population about half a million. Compared with places like New York, London, Paris and Tokyo, it's little more than a village although it does cover an astonishing 454 square kilometres. Smack bang in the middle of the city you’ll find the Royal Palace. For those not used to kind of freedom enjoyed by the Norwegian ro... (more) Published By: Sharon Jacobsen Submitted: 02 April,2004 |
| 777 | Airport Parking at LAX just got easier. Preview: Whether your flying out of LAX for business or leisure, we all know how parking at Los Angeles International Airport can frustrate any human being. The lack of space, the price, the thought of your car being at an unsafe, insecure lot. As a frequent flyer myself, I understand that the person who only travelers maybe twice a year or 20 times year, ... (more) Published By: Greg Bessoni Submitted: 06 April,2004 |
| 778 | NEW ZEALAND-AUSTRALIA TRAVEL SPECIALIST SPEAKS Preview: NEW ZEALAND-AUSTRALIA TRAVEL SPECIALIST SPEAKS BY ALECE SCHREIBER Have you ever approached your local travel agent with a request for information on an out of the ordinary destination? Have you seen his or her eyes glaze over? You may be in need of a niche travel specialist, one who puts all of her energies and study on one part of the world. Th... (more) Published By: Alece Schreiber Submitted: 08 April,2004 |
| 779 | How to Buy a Timeshare Preview: My way of buying timeshares is a little different. It may take a bit longer, but you'll save money. Start by selecting a favorite vacation spot. That's because if a timeshare exchange request doesn't work out, it's nice to own at a resort that you enjoy staying at. If it isn't far from home, you won't have to spend a lot of time and money getting ... (more) Published By: Dick Conklin Submitted: 12 April,2004 |
| 780 | Keeping in touch abroad Preview: In these days of mobile phones, it's tempting to think that staying in touch will be easy. Oftentimes this is the case. But you need to think about a few things if you're going abroad and still want to be able to keep in touch. This simple checklist should help: 1. Can you use your current cell phone in the country you are visiting? For instanc... (more) Published By: Trevor Dumbleton Submitted: 15 April,2004 |
| 781 | Travelling to the UK from abroad Preview: If your journey isn't too great a distance, for example you are visiting from Europe, you might want to consider a variety of travel options. But if your journey is a long one, plane fares are now so competitive that in terms of speed, comfort and cost you should probably just look at flights. Flying is the most obvious way to travel to the UK. F... (more) Published By: Trevor Dumbleton Submitted: 15 April,2004 |
| 782 | Online Travel Statistics Preview: The Travel Industry Association of America (TIA) released their annual Travelers’ Use of the Internet study in December 2003. The study shows an increase in the number of people using the internet to research and book travel. TIA found that 30% of the adult U.S. population (63.8 million) consult the web for travel information. These travelers spe... (more) Published By: Radha Khalsa Submitted: 19 April,2004 |
| 783 | Across Sydney - north to south avoiding the city centre Preview: For many people the prospect of crossing Australia's largest city, Sydney, by car is not going to be the highlight of their trip along the east coast of Australia. Sydney has many great attractions and should be seen but if the challenge is too great or you have been there before and are heading elsewhere, here is a route that we used through Syd... (more) Published By: Graeme Lee Submitted: 20 April,2004 |
| 784 | How to have a 5 Star Holiday on a 2 Star Budget Preview: Travel, Holiday & Flight Discounts - Getting The Best Travel Deals Online Love to travel? The international traveller has never had it so good in terms of being able to afford to see the world at discounted prices. Sometimes there is a huge over-supply in holidays and this leads to a slash in holiday prices. Below you're going to learn just how t... (more) Published By: Tukshad Engineer Submitted: 26 April,2004 |
| 785 | Discover The Biggest Travel Secret In The World Today - And Book A Free Flight! Preview: It sounds like a dream doesn't it? Hopping onto a plane and taking a flight to the destination of your choice. Imagine collecting your flight tickets to New York, London, Goa - or wherever takes your fancy - and not having to pay a cent for them. For a few people, this dream is actually a reality. How? Simply put they have discovered a little ... (more) Published By: Tukshad Engineer Submitted: 30 April,2004 |
| 786 | New Restaurant Located at Lithia Springs Resort & Gardens of Ashland, Oregon Preview: Innkeeper Duane Smith of Lithia Springs Resort & Gardens of Ashland has opened a new restaurant, Verdant, serving Southern Oregon Cuisine prepared using traditional European methods, Verdant will feature a Prixe Fix (fixed price) menu, changing daily, that includes a variety of roast meats and fresh fish complemented by a number of creatively prep... (more) Published By: Charlie McHenry Submitted: 11 May,2004 |
| 787 | 10 Things to Know (and Do) About Special Needs and Cruising Preview: I speak on cruises and have found them almost amazingly accommodating to special needs. From disabilities, to medical needs, to family reunion celebrations or weddings...in many cases, you need only to ask. Here are some things to consider beforehand. Don't be like the gentleman traveling with his 8-year-old son, who only discovered on the 3rd day... (more) Published By: Susan Dunn, MA, Personal Life Coach Submitted: 27 May,2004 |
| 788 | Bitterroot Valley, Western Montana Preview: The Bitterroot Valley, approximately 96 miles long and 20 miles wide at mid-valley, was the ancestral home of the Salish (Flathead) Indian tribe long before the white man ever set foot in the valley. The Indians gathered and ate the starchy root of the succulent Bitterroot plant. The small pink blossoms of this plant prompted the naming of the Bit... (more) Published By: Tony Derricott Submitted: 27 May,2004 |
| 789 | Top Ten Reasons To Pick A Vacation Rental Preview: Top Ten Reasons To Pick A Vacation Rental By David Leonhardt We are planning a family trip for just a few days. That is my family, my brother's family, and my other brother's family. Our mother will be joining us, too. That makes four households, seven adults and six children all under three years old. Praise to my brave (foolish?) wife who has s... (more) Published By: David Leonhardt Submitted: 01 June,2004 |
| 790 | Sharing your Satellite Internet Connection Preview: Sharing your Satellite Internet Connection Do you have Satellite Internet? If so here is something you might not know. You can share the Internet with others by becoming a hotspot. A hotspot is a location where wireless or Wi-Fi Internet is available. You can send your signal to Rver's that are near, allowing them to connect to the Internet from... (more) Published By: Larry McLemore Submitted: 03 June,2004 |