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April 21st, 2007

Reading Update

I’ve updated my reading list, so be sure to check it out.
I talked with a passenger who was reading this biography, and since, I too, am a big fan, had to pick it up (from my public library) and read it as well.
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By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 19th, 2007

The Books That Keep a Traveler Company

I’ve written many times about my love of books and reading, along with my regular use of my local public library. Most travelers have a book tucked away in a purse, backpack, or carry on bag, and I’m no exception. A book has been excellent company while sitting on an airplane, lounging by a […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

February 6th, 2007

Travel Resources for Planning Your Next Trip

What do you do when you learn that you are going to a destination that you have never been to before?
For me, it’s a multi-step process, involving some research, talking to friends and co-workers, a trip or two to the library, and maybe even a movie.  I like to gather data from a variety of […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

December 23rd, 2006

Gifts for Travelers: It’s Time to Shop NOW!

If you haven’t decided on a holiday gift for the special travelers in your life, it’s time to read this post, get some ideas, and then step away from the computer and go shopping.  It’s too late for online shopping, so you just need to get out there and get busy!  (Okay, an easy way […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

December 1st, 2006

Gifts for Travelers: 101 Places You Gotta See Before You’re 12

Today’s gift is for young travelers.  Or maybe adults who want to instill in younger ones a sense of curiosity about the world.
101 Places You Gotta See Before You’re 12 by Joanne O’Sullivan.
Here’s what Amazon (aff) has to say about the book:
And there’s no need to go far or plan a big, expensive vacation to see […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

November 27th, 2006

Gifts for Travelers: Diary of a Dysfunctional Flight Attendant

Here’s a gift suggestion for travelers that fulfills a couple of missions:

It’s a book talking about the “inside” aspect of travel, written irreverently by a fellow Flight Attendant. 
It’s a book written by a blogger, specifically a Flight Attendant who got fired for blogging.
And it’s a fun read.  Quick, easy, providing a good laugh, and perfect […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

September 25th, 2006

I Read Banned Books!

If you spend much time traveling at all, you probably also spend a fair amount of time reading.  Sitting in an airport, on a plane, or in a hotel room, chances are you are going to pick up something to read.
Flight Attendants are frequently repositories of reading materials, collecting left behind magazines and newspapers.  Passengers […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 4 comments