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Archive for August 2006

August 24th, 2006

Poll Results: You’ll Still be Traveling

Ten days ago, I posed the question:
In light of the new travel restrictions, will you be changing any of your plans?
71% of you plan on going right on ahead with your plans, while only 6% of you plan to cancel or reschedule.  24% of you had no plans to change — darn!
 
 
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August 23rd, 2006

Boston Duck Tours

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Today I have a special post written by my pal, Jeffrey Whelan, a NYC resident, and a great source for east coast information.  I’ve known Jeffrey for about three years, and we’ve shared laughs, a cup of coffee or two, and shared our travel experiences.  Thanks, my friend, for agreeing to share some of your travel […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 4 comments

August 22nd, 2006

Real Snakes on Real Planes

You know, you really can take snakes on a plane.
How you take them on the plane depends in large part upon what kinds of snakes they are. 
All types of snakes need to be wrapped in a sack, and then placed inside a sturdy container.  The container itself will need to be labeled “˜LIVE ANIMALS,” and […]

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August 21st, 2006

“Snakes on a Plane”

This weekend was the opening of the movie “Snakes on a Plane.” 
I guess there are probably people somewhere who haven’t heard any of the hype about this release, but I don’t know any of them. 
The movie has relied upon an incredible grass roots, word of mouth campaign to build incredible buzz for the movie.  I’ve […]

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August 21st, 2006

Money Saving Travel Tips for Monday, August 21st

This week’s Money Saving Travel Tips focus on making sure that you don’t overpay for goods and services that you receive.

Check your restaurant bill to determine if a gratuity (often called a service charge) has been added.  This is frequently done for groups of six or more, but more and more restaurants and resorts are […]

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August 20th, 2006

Washington DC: National Archives

The National Archives had long been on my list of places to go, and finally, a few weeks ago, I made it there.
The Archives maintains documents and materials created in the business affairs of the Federal government that are deemed legally or historically important.  The documents are preserved, and available to the public.
While the Archives […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

August 19th, 2006

Travel Carnival #3

Another Travel Carnival with lots of fun stories about travel adventures and misadventures.  Thanks to Trip Hub for being the sponsor.
You can read my post, tips to help you deal with airport security, along with articles from travel writers from around the globe.
Check them out!
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August 18th, 2006

Take the MSNBC Travel Quiz

I’d like to think that I’m “up” on the latest travel information, so I took the MSNBC Travel Quiz.
Here’s the only question that I missed:
Every golf fanatic in the world should know this. What is the most expensive public access golf course in the United States?
Take the quiz and let me know how you […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

August 17th, 2006

Flight Attendants Feelin’ the Love from the NY Times

The venerable New York Times ran an article earlier this week called “Maybe the Toughest Job Aloft.”
The author spent time talking with long term flight attendants about how the job has changed over the years, and how the recent foiled terrorist plot plays into their daily life.
“I don’t think the average traveler considers the real […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

August 16th, 2006

10 Last Minute Ideas for Your Kids’ Last Days of Summer Vacation

The idea of vacationing at home seemed to resonate with readers, both as a money saving idea, and as a practical solution with time remaing before school starts.  Here are some ideas for those of you in the greater Seattle/Tacoma area.  For those of you who don’t live in this area, use the ideas to think […]

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