tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42204598607594806012024-03-19T07:43:51.575-05:00Take a Trip with Travel Alley!Travel Alley is a fun place where you can read interesting articles about many destinations, get travel tips, share your thoughts on a variety of topics, shop and much much more!Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-31545830399154117562011-05-04T03:03:00.000-05:002011-05-04T03:03:46.815-05:00Natalie Tran (community channel) in Mexico with Lonely Planet<iframe height="295" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Jd98CwzBp78?fs=1" frameborder="0" width="480" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br />Check out where Natalie is...Mexico beautiful and I love the food!!Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-25187251674430892522011-05-04T02:18:00.000-05:002011-05-04T02:18:20.696-05:00High Gas Prices Increasing Air Fares<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7HLqV0H2Vk5VRQSIfcYJcemC9v-AdEfTEKvfWrf2HFHPFMLhgGHWwPqAgTex_4xpJaTzuHEP3C2RuB0sjSOUdWv_QyNhFi1fZoIwah_Wk0WKBIWyzDCqW-dFqgl3fyTFaTAc_JZ3JKGU/s1600/Airplanes+2930507109_e7ef026eb6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="146" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7HLqV0H2Vk5VRQSIfcYJcemC9v-AdEfTEKvfWrf2HFHPFMLhgGHWwPqAgTex_4xpJaTzuHEP3C2RuB0sjSOUdWv_QyNhFi1fZoIwah_Wk0WKBIWyzDCqW-dFqgl3fyTFaTAc_JZ3JKGU/s200/Airplanes+2930507109_e7ef026eb6.jpg" width="200" /></a>The gas prices are soaring at an all time high causing the ripple effect on the cost of flying with major airlines. The hottest travel news right now is all about the price wars and the small public charter airlines that are emerging to profit by offering travelers extremely low air fares. The following public charter airlines are hitting the news.</div><br />
Direct Air, based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., announced plans today to fly between Lakeland Linder Regional Airport and four destinations: Niagara Falls, N.Y., Hagerstown, Md., Springfield, Ill., and Myrtle Beach. The flights start June 23. The airline is offering $79 one-way fares on the new route through Saturday on its website (visitdirectair.com). Lakeland's airport hasn't hosted scheduled airline service since the late 1970s. <br />
From 2006 to 2007, air taxi operator DayJet provided limited flights. In 2007, Direct Air launched flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Myrtle Beach, Niagara Falls and Gulfport-Biloxi, Miss. Direct Air will fly the Lakeland routes with a Boeing 737-400 supplied by charter operator King Air, which moved its headquarters from California to Lakeland last year.<br />
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Sun Country Airlines based in St. Paul, MN announced that they have been selected by the U.S. Department of Transportation to serve Washington National Airport from Lansing, Michigan. The daily round trip flight will originate in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota and stop in Lansing before continuing onto Washington, D.C. Flight times and dates will be announced in the near future.<br />
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Sun Country will offer daily service featuring modern, fuel efficient, Boeing 737 aircraft with both First Class and Coach service from Terminal 2/Humphrey in Minneapolis/St. Paul to Washington National Airport. “This service will provide a great benefit to customers in both Minnesota and Michigan by providing a competitive low fare alternative. Sun Country will commence service December 22, 2010 to Orlando, Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Cancun and Montego Bay from the Capital Region International Airport. <br />
In addition the Airline recently announced twice weekly service from Minneapolis/St. Paul to London Gatwick Airport commencing May 27, 2011 and operating through September 4, 2011. <br />
They also launched a unique program called "Fall Free For All" a $499 pass, for 37 days unlimited travel to any domestic and international destinations this Fall. For the price of a single ticket on other airlines, Sun Country travelers can reserve their pass beginning August 16th to August 24th and use the Fall Free For All pass and have access to any coach-class seat available with no blackout dates. I think this is really a unique and smart idea that will prove to make money for this airline.<br />
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Vision, which is based in suburban Atlanta and started flying in December, has built its schedule to cover 24 cities in 14 states, almost all of them within 500 miles of its hub at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport. Until now, Vision has not gone farther West than Houston. The company's management has closely followed the template of Allegiant Air, operated by Las Vegas-based Allegiant Travel Co., which picks a resort city as the primary focus, then connects it to other cities with nonstop routes where other airlines previously required connections. The fares are set to undercut competitors, with some promotional seats being sold as cheaply as $19 one way, but with separate charges for other items. Vision Air Holdings, which started in 1994, has run charters to Gulf Coast casinos, Cuba and Afghanistan. Other divisions operate tours to the Grand Canyon out of the North Las Vegas Airport and sell vacation packages.<br />
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All 3 of these once charter airlines are starting to increase their momentum in capturing travelers with the excellent deals their offering and cutting the major airlines These airlines have found their niche and are really able to compete right now with the big guys given their strategy and pricing. Hooray for the little guy!!<br />
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</div>A passport is the internationally recognized identification document you need to enter and leave foreign countries. A visa is your specific permission to enter certain countries requiring them. (Please note: Not all foreign countries require visas; check the country's embassy website to learn more.) <br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Passports are issued by the country in which you are a citizen. Only the U.S. State Department can issue passports to U.S. citizens. If you are a U.S. citizen, here's what you need to know: </div><br />
•Traveling to and from U.S. Territories: No passport is required if you're entering or leaving American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Swains Island, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br />
•International Air Travel: Passports are required for all U.S. citizens traveling by air to any international destination other than U.S. Territories.<br />
•Land and Sea Travel: Passports are required for all U.S. citizens traveling abroad by land, sea, or air.<br />
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Detailed Information <br />
Passport, visa, and health requirements for international travel can vary based on your mode of travel. According to the U.S. State Department, processing time for routine passport service can run up to six weeks. However, it's possible to get your passport in three weeks or less if necessary. Click on the links below for the latest U.S. passport-related information:<br />
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For general passport and visa information:<br />
<a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html">http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html</a><br />
How to apply:<br />
<a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_832.html">http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_832.html</a><br />
To find the nearest location to apply:<br />
<a href="http://iafdb.travel.state.gov/">http://iafdb.travel.state.gov/</a><br />
To find current processing time for routine service:<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/get/processing/processing_1740.html">http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/get/processing/processing_1740.html</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">To learn about expedited passport processing:</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_831.html">http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_831.html</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">To check the status of your passport application:</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/status/status_2567.html">http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/status/status_2567.html</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">To renew an existing passport:</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/renew/renew_833.html">http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/renew/renew_833.html</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Today we will visit Paris, France the land of romance! There are lot of things Paris is really known for. Being the largest city in France as well as in Europe, The cosmopolitan capital city of France is known to be the City of Love. It has a well-known reputation of being the most romantic city in the whole world because of its lovely sceneries, beautiful ambiance and significant culture. <br />
Paris is acknowledged for its classy food and great fashion sense. It is also known as the City of Lights and now considered as one of the most well-liked tourist destination in the world nowadays. If you are up for romantic sightseeing, then Paris is the best destination for you. Eiffel tower is definitely the best tourist spot in Paris. <br />
Eiffel tower is the representation of the world's most romantic city which gives you the most picture perfect setting for marriage proposals. How would you like to get engaged in Paris at the Eiffel Tower?<br />
Paris is considered as one of the greatest fashion capitals of the Western world just like New York, London & Milan. Shopaholic would like to call Paris as Shoppers Heaven because of its hip, classy, high end and continuously evolving fashion styles. It is a must-see city for globe-trotting tourists – a place everyone should visit at least once in their lifetimes. Located in northern France along the banks of the River Seine, Paris is the largest city in France with a population of 2 million in the city and 10 million more in the surrounding land.<br />
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<strong><em><u>Places to Stay in Paris</u></em></strong><br />
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One popular budget hotel in Paris is the Hotel Langlois, close to the Paris metro but less than $100 per night. For less than $150 per night, The Maxim in the city’s hip Latin Quarter is a two-star hotel nestled amongst Parisian cafes and within walking distance of one of the city’s open-air markets. For high-end travelers, the Westin Paris is located in the heart of Paris, not far from the Louvre.<br />
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Because Paris has such a long history (the first permanent human habitations were founded around 4200 BC), it has many historical sites and museums worth visiting. Notre Dame, Paris’s most famous cathedral, was built in the 12th century on the Ile de la Cite, the island in the center of Paris which was also the site of its earliest settlements. Also on this island is the prison where Marie Antoinette waited out her execution during the French Revolution, the Sainte-Chapelle, and the Pont Neuf – the “new bridge” which is actually the oldest bridge in Paris.<br />
For art lovers, Paris has several world-famous museums, including the Louvre – perhaps the world’s most famous museum, which holds the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. Other landmarks worth visiting in Paris include the Napoleonic Arc de Triumphe, the Eiffel Tower, and the Bastille. Whether in Paris for business or pleasure, Paris apartments are the ideal accomodation for your stay. Read unbiased opinions about hotels and vacations at TripAdvisor.Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-74184755514244651792011-04-25T23:41:00.076-05:002011-04-26T05:29:57.657-05:00Madrid-Spain<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="295" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/mHeUvPClQQQ?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br />
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Come with me to Spain one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe. If you're looking for a vacation spot that has just about everything, Spain is the spot. It's very popular due to it's beautiful beaches, fabulous nightlife, amazing food, culture & festivities. Spain is well know for it's traditional architecture, cathedrals, fortresses & mosques. The country has changed over the years and is now known also for it's cutting edge architecture.<br />
There are many airports in Spain especially Madrid International Airport which is the 4th busiest airport in Europe. It serves as the main gateway to all of the major cities on the iberian peninsula. One of the best ways to travel while you're in Spain is by train. Visit <a href="http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html">http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html</a> to find out about the train system, check schedules & fares. Spain today has one of the most modern trains in Europe. You can also rent a car however, this could take you longer given you would need to find your way around. Traveling by bus is a fast way to travel as well & you would be able to see the beautiful countryside. To check bus schedules and fares, visit <a href="http://www.movelia.es/">http://www.movelia.es/</a> which will give you all the information you need. <br />
As you prepare for your trip you'll also need to book accomodations while you're in Spain. If you book your hotel online it's the most cost-effective way to do it. Make sure that you check many sites to assure you're getting the best deal. You can do your research, compare rates and get the best deal by using the link under hotels on this blog. While you're in Madrid you must visit the Chapel of Bones! It is unbelievable, the walls, ceiling just everywhere you look there are real skulls & bones. Come visit tomorrow and let's check out Paris. Please write your comments and subscribe to Travel Alley where your dream destination can become a reality. Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-56522651312666735482011-03-26T23:14:00.000-05:002011-03-26T23:14:59.877-05:00What's Going On?What's going on in the good ole USA? The unemployment rate is at an all time high, people are losing their homes and the cost of living is increasing everyday! It makes me furious when I call one of my creditors to discuss my account and I find the representative on the other end of the phone is difficult to understand. Why because the companies are outsourcing the jobs they have available to other countries. I think companies that do this to save a dollar should be fined. They should be giving jobs to US citizens that are out of work and well qualified. Banks were given large sums of money to fund programs to help consumers save their home and they do nothing but put the consumer through so many hoops that only about a 1/3 of the people that apply for help actually get it. Are you mad, I am! Tell me what gets you mad.Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-83934057069573517962010-07-08T02:28:00.000-05:002010-07-08T02:28:49.958-05:00Anthony Bourdain in Uruguay<object style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: url(http://i2.ytimg.com/vi/muAFU5KL5is/hqdefault.jpg)" height="295" width="480"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/muAFU5KL5is&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/muAFU5KL5is&hl=en_US&fs=1" width="480" height="295" allowscriptaccess="never" allowfullscreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-62542524199778639652010-07-03T23:45:00.000-05:002010-07-03T23:45:29.889-05:00Travel Alley's Shopping Center Grand OpeningToday is the grand opening of my online store. I'm very excited to share my online store and hope that you enjoy your shopping experience. While you're at Travel Alley sit, relax, read and share your thoughts about any of the posts/topics I've opened for discussion. Stop by anytime at <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/takea0c-20">http://astore.amazon.com/takea0c-20</a> and let me know if there are products that your searching for but couldn't find in my store!Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-22741005545330252502010-06-21T00:57:00.000-05:002010-06-21T00:57:46.563-05:00http://doreenmunoz.wordpress.com/<a href="http://doreenmunoz.wordpress.com/">http://doreenmunoz.wordpress.com/</a>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-32446484578185633422009-06-24T13:35:00.001-05:002009-06-24T13:35:09.074-05:00Anthony Bourdain - Spanish Seafood<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/W-ZusZJloHg' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/W-ZusZJloHg'/></object></p><p>Check out this video introducing the best seafood in the world! Absolutely delicious from a beautiful destination, Spain. This is where my ancestors are from and it's just a remarkable, friendly place to visit or even call home!</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-48946106645021381732009-03-07T18:17:00.001-06:002009-03-07T18:17:18.863-06:00Anthony Bourdain - Banh Mi in Vietnam<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/CUSWsR9h4qY' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/CUSWsR9h4qY'/></object></p><p>This sandwich looks absolutely delicious! They use a baggett for the sandwich and yet they are so far from France! Another delicious treat.</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-5877382522130159962009-02-14T14:16:00.001-06:002009-02-14T14:16:56.273-06:00Anthony Bourdain - Philippines - Watch Monday, Feb. 16, at 10 PM<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/NdrBQL6gsio' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/NdrBQL6gsio'/></object></p><p>The Phillipines is a beautiful and interesting place to vacation. The food there is absolutely great and you can see with this video one of the classic dishes there. Watch the video and get your tastebuds ready!</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-77167474766081874912009-02-03T17:22:00.001-06:002009-02-03T17:22:19.902-06:00Kirk Nugent: Pursue Your Passion<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/qVT-Quxd2PE' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/qVT-Quxd2PE'/></object></p><p>You have to watch this motivational and inspirational video. Kirk Nugent is truly an amazing motivator with his words in poetry. He really can get you fired up about your life in general. If you have dreams, wants, etc. It would be great if you could listen to this video every morning when you work, I do! Wake up and "Pursue YOUR Passion".</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-54440422208180556192009-01-26T12:55:00.001-06:002009-01-26T12:55:16.593-06:00Man v. Food - Sylvia's in New York City<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/7KoWUE9E1nQ' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/7KoWUE9E1nQ'/></object></p><p>Check out Sylvia's world famous spot for their chicken and ribs! You have to visit when you are in the big NY.</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-34316598075741278902009-01-25T20:48:00.001-06:002009-01-25T20:48:19.068-06:00No Reservations - Venice Part 2 of 5<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/VnzcpenDwG8' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/VnzcpenDwG8'/></object></p><p>Check out this eclectic architecture on an outer island in Venice called Borrano. This restaurant has absolutely incredible food that caters to the artists at heart. There is a lot of history here and is frequently visited by famous people including Keith Richards who is a regular customer!</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-8402211872414213292009-01-25T20:35:00.001-06:002009-01-25T20:35:42.763-06:00Anthony Bourdain - Azores - Watch Monday, Jan. 26, at 10 PM<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/c-ZJXPaUC64' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/c-ZJXPaUC64'/></object></p><p>My friend Anthony takes us on another unusual food tasting. Very interesting to see what others consider extremely appetizing favorites. What is your favorite food?</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-4735751384855991182009-01-25T15:02:00.006-06:002009-01-25T15:27:01.418-06:00Have You Heard Yet?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM7ktpkMXrpynsNI26_gFnh0muWAlM56Najxz6KMk2HEDSYAezHHWPOq_djwmEW1fuIOpFLK-9KyT6hQSl0dBIZSwa_fq2TwfPNzqVA544qMle04g4jEGRplujqVrR_4uYZxtA67LXYcY/s1600-h/flight-airplane.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5295340520993815570" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 89px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM7ktpkMXrpynsNI26_gFnh0muWAlM56Najxz6KMk2HEDSYAezHHWPOq_djwmEW1fuIOpFLK-9KyT6hQSl0dBIZSwa_fq2TwfPNzqVA544qMle04g4jEGRplujqVrR_4uYZxtA67LXYcY/s200/flight-airplane.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><p>Have you heard about the 5 big changes coming to air travel? Well no need to go anywhere else to get the latest news, travel alley brings you up to the minute information. Check out the 5 changes here! Are you ready? Here goes...</p><ol><li>Airport Security Update<br />Travelers, say good-bye to your plastic baggies and tiny bottles of shampoo. The 3-1-1 rule may be discontinued in 2009 as new X-ray technology is introduced at airports around the country. The new technology can detect differences between benign liquids such as hair gel or juice boxes and potentially dangerous liquids used in bombs.<br />The TSA expects to have as many as 900 machines in place by the end of the year, so the 3-1-1 rule will be phased out and eventually halted altogether in the near future.</li><li>Merger Mania<br />Late in October, Delta's proposed merger with Northwest was approved by the Department of Justice, and the airlines will enter full-blown merger mode in early 2009. The tie-up may not be fully complete until 2010, but you can expect Northwest's name and brand to be phased out in 2009. The SkyMiles and WorldPerks frequent flyer programs will be merged towards the end of this year. For up-to-date information, visit Delta's FAQ page.<br />Of course, there's always the possibility that the Delta/Northwest merger will spark other mergers. As a recent Reuters report predicted, "The answer is likely to be yes in an industry that clearly has excess capacity, is adding surcharges despite a retreat in fuel prices, and is facing international competitors that are expected to consolidate in the coming year.</li><li>Airlines Introduce A-La-Carte Pricing<br />Despite protests from travelers, American and Frontier are set to introduce a-la-carte pricing in 2009. As of the time of this writing, American had not announced full details of its new fare structure, although it may use Air Canada as a model. Stay tuned to our Today in Travel blog for details on American's new system later this year.<br />In December, Frontier announced details of its new AirFairs fare structure. Economy fares are bare-bones, no-frills tickets; Classic fares include seat assignments, checked bags, DirecTV, and frequent flyer miles; and Classic Plus tickets are fully refundable and changeable with lots of extras.<br />If these new ventures from Frontier and American prove successful, other airlines may adopt similar fare structures, similar to the avalanche of new fees introduced in 2008. Whether that will be a good thing for travelers remains to be seen.</li><li>In-Flight Internet Service Expands<br />Expect Internet access to be available on many more flights in 2009. American, Delta, and Virgin America all introduced Internet service on some flights in 2008, and will likely expand the service to more planes this year. Delta plans to add service to a new plane every few days, with the goal of outfitting all its aircraft with Internet by the end of the year, and will also begin to add the service to Northwest's planes.<br />Other airlines, including Air Canada, Alaska, and Southwest plan to test Internet service this year as well.</li><li>Paperless Boarding Passes<br />Paperless boarding passes are the wave of the future, and will become more widespread this year. You'll soon be able to download a boarding pass to your PDA or cell phone, and scan the bar code at an airport security checkpoint scanner, eliminating the need for a physical printout.<br />Continental was the first U.S. airline to test paperless boarding passes in late 2007, and has since expanded its Mobile Boarding Pass option for departures from Austin, Boston, Cleveland, Houston, New York's La Guardia airport, Newark, San Antonio, and both Reagan and National airports in Washington, D.C.<br />Other carriers, including Air Canada, Alaska, American, Delta, and Northwest, are also beginning to introduce paperless boarding options for travelers.</li></ol><p>The number 5 change is amazing! However, I knew this would be a change that would quickly become a reality given the technology of today. My parents just came back from a trip and were amazed at the new x-ray technology being used at several airports that you actually walk through. It was fast and my father didn't have to go through all of the trouble he always goes through because of his knee replacements. He has a medical card and still has a big hassle each time he travels. Airport Security can physically see the replacements using the x-ray technology and it only took the amount of time of walking through the machine. Yes folks this is the new millennium! To schedule your next trip at wholesale prices visit my travel portal @ <a href="http://www.nettrav.com/doreen">www.nettrav.com/doreen</a> today. </p><p></p>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-46364338957715521752009-01-22T11:20:00.010-06:002009-01-22T11:50:24.249-06:00What is Your Dream Destination?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfrmrDkPaE_JVwzgKUas1Kmj0dCGhW0bAPFBte3qPeIs0_f68AkZBa_e0KxP03AzZcM1xbYm1Uv0yqfsi_052a9CV6twkmXTKJain2i_7Ai_qcuMRfFZQLPPJ1TxU8wdEGSAjmuwT76k0/s1600-h/Acropolis.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294169765134114226" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfrmrDkPaE_JVwzgKUas1Kmj0dCGhW0bAPFBte3qPeIs0_f68AkZBa_e0KxP03AzZcM1xbYm1Uv0yqfsi_052a9CV6twkmXTKJain2i_7Ai_qcuMRfFZQLPPJ1TxU8wdEGSAjmuwT76k0/s200/Acropolis.jpg" border="0" /></a> If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? I'm sitting here with my morning cup of coffee thinking about that question myself. As I sit in my home office looking out my back window, it's a beautiful clear day here in Fort Worth, Texas! Where can I travel next that will afford me the opportunity to see a richness in history, beautiful scenery, friendly people and interesting things to do? One of the destinations that I would like to visit is Acropolis, Greece. Greece has a reputation of romance and is beautiful with a richness in history. There are many beautiful places right here in the United States as well. Frankly, I'm a traveler at heart and plan to spend my retirement doing just that! Given my plan of being a full time traveler, it can be expensive. What if I told you that I could help you reserve travel at wholesale prices, get paid for reserving your travel with access to the most ingenius travel portal on the Internet, would you take a look at what I found? Of course, you would take a look why wouldn't you it's free! Visit my heavily viewed "Travelers Lounge"and reserve your dream vacation at <a href="http://www.nettrav.com/doreen">www.nettrav.com/doreen</a>.<br />If your interested in learning how you can get paid to travel, check out my site at <a href="http://www.travelngetpaid.nettravworld.com/">http://www.travelngetpaid.nettravworld.com/</a>. See what everyone is talking about today. Watch my video and leave your contact information so I can help you get your own online travel portal up and running today! Don't forget to post your answer to my question and visit tomorrow to see what the number one answer is...it will be the featured destination tomorrow.Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-23304827820207896272009-01-20T12:14:00.006-06:002009-01-20T13:10:09.154-06:00The Future!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3TTEVIJDdxkm9LugkWNB4LUpUrHoDqLCAX9XTpc2iULUkOLw7UyylOH_SKWNgk9_aM7o2G5Z3bKwxh29DLhygaEa8s5oa_k54lJOHVVHRJcBLgDuR7cCHnxDuumK4Uw2YfOrPT_E6Y1M/s1600-h/obama1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293441269972621778" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 158px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3TTEVIJDdxkm9LugkWNB4LUpUrHoDqLCAX9XTpc2iULUkOLw7UyylOH_SKWNgk9_aM7o2G5Z3bKwxh29DLhygaEa8s5oa_k54lJOHVVHRJcBLgDuR7cCHnxDuumK4Uw2YfOrPT_E6Y1M/s200/obama1.jpg" border="0" /></a> The future is upon us with great impact. We the people have made this great day in history occur. My blog isn't normally political in content however, I felt very moved by the inauguration today and filled with joy. I believe that Barack Obama is the best person for the job as our leader and wanted to state so publicly! His great words have moved me throughout the entire campaign. Let us embrace change and rejoice with our new leader. Change spearheads growth, new ideas and is the foundation of our country. I would like to share my thoughts in a short reading and here I go!<br />Time is...change for a brighter day, Time is...long for those who wait, Time is...too short for those who sleep, but for those who rejoice, Time is...Eternity! Let us all rejoice for this wonderful day in history and join our new leader in the quest. Let's make 2009 the best year!Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-52276266862323786822009-01-19T12:04:00.001-06:002009-01-19T12:04:39.406-06:00Man v. Food - Bostons Eagle Challenge Burger - Watch Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 10 PM<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/RYFxAoFh4Eo' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/RYFxAoFh4Eo'/></object></p><p>Check out these burgers the next time your in Boston! Definitely not for those that eat healthy because these burgers are loaded cannons.</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-2171530584388548042009-01-19T11:37:00.005-06:002009-01-19T11:54:36.733-06:00The Romantic Flavor of Greece<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNUc58P_2bMYNBJZvZdXJPiYwrIzfP0TTIIqtM4yNbVaWJvX6lxcCHW3LfBSR8uZKktoz6_30cMlbLF4Zl2GjtwC9BTweUTMsFW6eAzsjxclE_sOeYOUfSxjyQqv5Y3879isO-FsKKvbw/s1600-h/Athens+Greece.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293060613523307234" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNUc58P_2bMYNBJZvZdXJPiYwrIzfP0TTIIqtM4yNbVaWJvX6lxcCHW3LfBSR8uZKktoz6_30cMlbLF4Zl2GjtwC9BTweUTMsFW6eAzsjxclE_sOeYOUfSxjyQqv5Y3879isO-FsKKvbw/s200/Athens+Greece.jpg" border="0" /></a> Athens, Greece is considered one of the top 10 romantic destinations for honeymooners! Aside from it's romantic flavor, Athens is rich in history as well as breathtaking architecture. If you visit Athens, Greece there are 10 top things to do. Here are 3 of the top ten.<br /><br />Acropolis-A splendid religious complex, the Acropolis consists of several temples, which were built by the world's first democracy during the 5th century BC. The most majestic building of all is the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena. The Parthenon became the paragon of classical Greek architecture, and has suffered serious damage over the years. A small museum features an outstanding collection of ancient Greek sculptures.<br /><br />Temple of Olympian Zeus-Begun in 515 BC, this huge temple was dedicated to the worship of Zeus. Its perimeter included 104 Corinthian columns, with additional columns inside the building that housed a huge gold and ivory statue of Zeus. After the temple's destruction by invaders in the 4th century AD, the marble from the ruins started to vanish as it was being used as building material for newer buildings. Nowadays, only some of the temple's columns can be seen. Their immense height is a testimony to the huge size of this sanctuary.<br /><br />Ancient Angora-Socrates strolled through the Agora 2,500 years ago engaging people in long, philosophical discussions. This unique archaeological park served as the city's marketplace from the 6th century BC to the 6th century AD. Scattered throughout the Agora are statues and ruins of numerous buildings, the most interesting of which is the well-preserved Temple of Hephaistos or Thission, built in the 5th century BC. Many archaeological finds are on display inside the reconstructed Stoa Attalou, a majestic building from the 2nd century BC.<br /><br />For your daily dose of travel, follow my blog! To reserve you next dream vacation go to <a href="http://www.nettrav.com/doreen">www.nettrav.com/doreen</a> for wholesale pricing that can't be beat! What is your dream vacation destination? Post your comment and see what tomorrows daily dose of travel will bring you.Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-69555737777569284922009-01-17T12:31:00.005-06:002009-01-17T13:41:42.220-06:00Le Tour De France!<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1IVizPMxySQ8z4oCSK2uopUOecnhfJlPLXS9q2pm36dBCS8HC6jevzyeWPvBveO0BjxrIGa5va-2-H3jIY6u04LoejnF2uCP6rwMERGtnlj-LN-tBFgA_N6lRNE2eCU0jGIfU4Tm8xU/s1600-h/paris+france.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292336687721812178" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 136px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1IVizPMxySQ8z4oCSK2uopUOecnhfJlPLXS9q2pm36dBCS8HC6jevzyeWPvBveO0BjxrIGa5va-2-H3jIY6u04LoejnF2uCP6rwMERGtnlj-LN-tBFgA_N6lRNE2eCU0jGIfU4Tm8xU/s200/paris+france.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><br /><div>You have to visit Paris at least once your lifetime! It's breathtaking along with it has many interesting historic landmarks. The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable landmark in Paris and is known worldwide as the symbol of France. Named after its designer, Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination, with over 5.5 million visitors per year. The tower received its 200,000,000th guest on November 28, 2002. </div><br /><div>The structure was built from 1887-1889 as the entrance arch for the Exposition Universelle (1889), a World's fair at the centennial celebration of the French revolution. It was inaugurated on March 31, 1889, and opened on May 6. 300 steel workers joined together 18,038 pieces of steel, using two and a half million rivets. Considering the safety standards in place at the time, it is remarkable that only one worker died in the construction of the tower, during the installation of the lifts (elevators). </div><br /><div>The tower is 300 metres tall, (986 feet), not including the television antenna on top, which adds anot<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPIRCXEeHPTGobqxhH_nApEj8z0n12l4Ev0SqLIsRdwdxUIdzB3Ctv0EPxdhVsSTV4wtj3vZwx4KnmWT5XXO_EFDPaK8modOPEcYO6SiD8G701ESN3BNhsL-V5djlX31HPAL7_77tI3Zk/s1600-h/Eiffel+Tower.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292349151706508850" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 106px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPIRCXEeHPTGobqxhH_nApEj8z0n12l4Ev0SqLIsRdwdxUIdzB3Ctv0EPxdhVsSTV4wtj3vZwx4KnmWT5XXO_EFDPaK8modOPEcYO6SiD8G701ESN3BNhsL-V5djlX31HPAL7_77tI3Zk/s200/Eiffel+Tower.jpg" border="0" /></a>her 20 meters, and weighs over 10,000 tonnes (over 21,000,000 pounds). When it was built it was the highest structure in the World. Maintenance on the tower includes 50 tons of dark brown paint every 7 years. Depending on the ambient temperature, the Eiffel Tower will change height by several centimetres because of contraction and expansion of the metal. </div><br /><div>Perhaps predictably, the tower met with resistance from the public when it was first built, many thought it would be an eyesore. Today it is widely considered to be one of the most striking pieces of architectural art in the world.<br />One of the great Hollywood movie clichés is that the view from a Parisian window always includes the Eiffel Tower. Originally, Eiffel had a permit to leave the tower standing for 20 years, but as it proved valuable for communication purposes, it was allowed to stay after the end of the permit. To reserve your next dream vacation visit my travel portal at www.nettrav.com/doreen.</div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-39964708540087849892009-01-14T13:52:00.001-06:002009-01-14T13:52:33.763-06:00Villa d'Este in Tivoli Italy - Renaissance architecture and formal gardens<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/6MbtOpqnzic' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/6MbtOpqnzic'/></object></p><p>Check out this video that my friend Daniel made when he visited Tivoli Italy! Italy is truly one of the most beautiful destinations. Please leave your comment on the video. Tell me what is your dream destination? We can go there tomorrow together, visit daily!!</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-4611163628973397262009-01-13T01:49:00.001-06:002009-01-13T01:49:26.066-06:00Amman 2013 And Beyond<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/E7VBYiZWCfU' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/E7VBYiZWCfU'/></object></p><p>This is absolutely amazing! I've never thought of visiting Amman, Jordan however after watching this video I would love to in the year 2013. This is when what your seeing on the video will be completed. </p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4220459860759480601.post-64944399717841646202009-01-11T04:14:00.001-06:002009-01-11T04:14:01.392-06:00Food Paradise Chicago: Pot Pie Pizza<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><object height='350' width='425'><param value='http://youtube.com/v/TJd3NeSsBbQ' name='movie'/><embed height='350' width='425' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' src='http://youtube.com/v/TJd3NeSsBbQ'/></object></p><p>The next time you visit Chicago check out this unique concept and taste this heavenly treat!</p></div>Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845260758267624837noreply@blogger.com0