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Archive for May 2006

May 18th, 2006

Washington DC: The Phillips Collection

 
 
Located in Washington DC’s historic Dupont Circle area, tucked in among residential buildings, is the Phillips Collection.
The Phillips Collection, America’s first museum of modern art, opened in 1921, originally in the home of Duncan Phillips.  Phillips was instrumental in introducing America to the world of modern art, and following the deaths of two family members, he […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

May 17th, 2006

Room with a View

When I got to my room after my flight yesterday, I went over to look out the window.  I always do this.  It helps me get my bearings and a sense of where I am. 
When I looked out, I saw eight large air conditioning units, six large vents of some type (including one located directly […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 5 comments

May 16th, 2006

Cruising: Cabin Selection

 
One of the considerations in booking a cruise, is the category of cabin you choose.
The type of cabins available have a variety of names, but basically fall somewhere along these lines:
Suites
Junior suites
Outside cabins with a balcony
Outside cabin with unobstructed view
Outside cabin with partially obstructed view
Inside cabin
Pricing depends on both the type of cabin and its location on the ship, […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

May 16th, 2006

Talking Travel at the Flyaway Cafe: An Interview with Deb Ligget from Tangled Thread

It’s Tuesday and time for another interview about travel, this week with blogger Deb Ligget.
 
Current Location:  Billings, Montana
Where did you go on your last vacation:  The Official Destination was to the northern Oregon coastal region.  We actually began in Montana, passed through Idaho and Washington on our way to Portland, hit the coastal region, and […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

May 15th, 2006

Safety Demonstration

Whether in the air or on the sea, I can’t get away from the safety demonstration.
Remember — it’s important to pay attention!
 
 
 
Tags: cruise, Cruises, Dawn-Princess, flight+attendants, Princess-Cruise-LInes, travel, vacation

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May 15th, 2006

Using Your Laptop in a Sunny Location

I was sitting on my deck yesterday afternoon, thinking that I could answer the emails that stacked up while I was out of town.  Besides that, it was over 80 degrees, and I also wanted to enjoy some of that early-in-the-season Seattle sunshine.
I went outside and got all settled in, turned on the computer ““ […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

May 14th, 2006

Travel Tip: Leave Early

I’m now home from my vacation, am back flying, and am very nearly rested up.  It’s amazing the rejuvenating effect a little time away can have.
One of the best tips that I can give to someone booked on a cruise is to arrive at your embarkation port as early as possible.  I have always found […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

May 14th, 2006

Happy Mother’s Day!

To moms and moms-to-be everywhere — Happy Mother’s Day!
 
Photo credit:  Jon Rochetti, c. 2006

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May 11th, 2006

Port of Call: Victoria, British Columbia

Today is our first, and only, day in port on this short cruise.  We are currently in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada), and I found an Internet Cafe where I can get a good connection.
The connection at sea was spotty, at best, and very expensive.  So, I’ve allowed myself half an hour to check personal email, write […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

May 10th, 2006

How to Enjoy a Day at Sea

A day at sea can be as restful or as busy as you choose.

Here’s a sampling of options available today:
Food & beverages (many options)
Fitness classes
Fruit & vegetable carving demonstration
Ice carving demonstration
Movies (in your cabin or the theater)
Bingo
High tea
Art auction
Service club meetings
Computer classes
Health & wellness classes
Shopping
Arts & Crafts sessions
Musical entertainment (various options)
Card room (bridge tournament)
Casino

I started […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments