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Archive for April 2008

April 20th, 2008

Get Wet, Get Wild at MGM Grand’s Wet Republic

Is it a nightclub?  Or is it a pool?  If you’re visiting the MGM Grand Las Vegas you’ll find both with its new Wet Republic!
Wet Republic is an adult-only 53,000 square foot water playground featuring lots of room and opportunity to swim, lounge and play.  It’s a way of taking that hip Las Vegas […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

April 19th, 2008

Photo Bag Tags Help to Personalize Your Luggage

When you open the overhead bin on the airplane it’s like looking into a sea of black roller bags, most of all them looking exactly the same.  It’s no wonder that travelers often pick up the wrong bag.
Consider personalizing your bag in a discrete, yet fun way with a personalized bag tag.  This is […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 18th, 2008

Flight Attendant Friday: What To Do on Layovers

This is another question that I’m asked frequently.
 
Q.  What do you do on layovers?
A.  It depends, of course, on the destination and the length of time of the layover.  Here are some typical choices:

Slam Click.  Slamming the hotel door, clicking the lock, and enjoying time alone in the room, away from people.  It’s time […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 16th, 2008

Back to Basics: Reconfirming Your Flight

Although at one time it was a requirement, in general, it is no longer necessary to call the airline to reconfirm your flight.  If you just show up at the airport for your flight, things will be fine.  You also do not need to call to confirm a return flight.
Since most airlines now have […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

April 15th, 2008

Shopping & Strolling the Champs-Elysees

If the thought of a fine bag, a decadent pair of heels, or the feel of the fabric of a finely crafted suit makes you swoon, then an afternoon on the Champs-Élysées in Paris may be your definition of heaven.
Avenue des Champs-Élysées is not only one of the most recognized street names in Paris, […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

April 14th, 2008

Matchbook Monday: Peking Gourmet Inn

Today’s matchbook comes from the Peking Gourmet Inn in Falls Church, Virginia. 
I had nearly forgotten about this restaurant, as it has been a couple years since I visited.  I tried it out with a co-worker after recommendations from several passengers.  It was farther from our hotel that we understood it to be, and […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 13th, 2008

The Cliffs of Sorrento, Along the Amalfi Coast

One more photo from my travels in Italy, this one along the water in Sorrento.  I love the way these hotels and residences are carved into the sides of the hill, offering great views of the area.
Next week it will be back to a regular posting schedule here at Flyaway Cafe.  Vacation is over […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

April 12th, 2008

April Carnival of Travelers: Local Attractions

Welcome to the April 7th, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Travelers.  Yes, I know that April 7th was a few days ago, but traveling in Italy meant that I only had sporadic internet access.  But — better late than never, and we have a great selection of blog posts on this month’s topic, Local […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 6 comments

April 11th, 2008

Find Your Happy Place in Los Cabos, Mexico

I’m please to have another guest posts today, this one from fellow b5media blogger, Claudine.  You may know her from her great travel blogging at The Atlanta Traveler.  This post is about a recent visit that she made of Los Cabos, Mexico.
 
Everyone needs a happy place, a place where they can close their eyes […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 11th, 2008

Flight Attendant Friday: Favorite Layovers

Today’s question is one that I get asked ALL the time.  While the question stays the same, the answer varies.
 
Q.  Where is your favorite layover?
A.  Right now my favorite trips are balanced between two competing interests. 
On one hand, right now I’m enjoying the sunny locations — cities in Mexico and Hawaii.  They provide me […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

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