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Be here and now

When people outside of Asia think of Buddhism, they tend to think about just philosophy and meditation. Buddhists are often said not to have gods, wars or empires. Their religion isn’t about ritual or belief, but a dedicated exploration into what causes suffering and how to end it through meditation and compassion. Although there’s some…
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Blues cruise

Let us clarify that you won't get the blues when you take a Viking cruise down the Mississippi river. But, this article is all about being there. Stretching for 2,350 miles down the United States, from Minnesota's Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico, Viking cruises on the "Mighty Mississippi" offer a different type of…
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Payback’s a beach

Sandals Resorts have a tradition each spring.  It's called the "Maycation Giveaway"  and that's exactly what it is.  Here are the details. We're honoring teachers, nurses, moms, members of the military and frankly anyone that rocks! And after a year of unforeseen challenges, Sandals Resorts is bringing the sunshine back with 31 complimentary vacations to some…
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A’ glamping we will go

May we introduce to you our new travel affiliate friends Vacanceselect.  Based in Geneva Switzerland, they have been providing luxurious and exceptional European camping experiences for over 35 years. Families, of course, are provided for, but they also have exquisite villas for couples and groups.  There’s nothing like the feeling of booking your next vacation,…
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EU’ve got wings!

If you’re a regular visitor to this site, you’ll know how much we love Europe and all if its options. One delightful benefit of Europe is the vast choice of sensibly-priced travel options you have.  Trains, planes and automobiles never cost an arm and a leg in Europe. With that in mind, we’re really excited…
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OMG! LNG

Now, here is a good start to environmentally sound travel options - liquefied natural gas (LNG).  This technology promises a cleaner and more environmentally sustainable fuel for cruise ships - and perhaps other modes of transportation. The introduction of LNG to power cruise ships is a major development that supports Carnival Corporation’s decarbonization pathway. In the…
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Ships of the desert

This might seem surprising, but it should come as no surprise in our world today.  The earth is getting flatter by the day. Cruise Saudi, a 100-percent Public Investment Fund-owned business that seeks to develop Saudi Arabia’s cruise industry, and MSC Cruises have announced the launch of Red Sea cruises in the coming winter 2021-2022…
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Binge at the Fringe

In case you've been hiding in a cave for several decades, here is a reminder about the always-hilarious and never predictable annual Edinburgh Fringe festival in Scotland. The founding principle at the heart of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe is to be an open access festival that accommodates anyone with a desire to perform and a…
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Eat your way across Europe

One of the biggest pleasures of traveling Europe is the food. Every country has traditional and unique dishes to try, giving us the inspiration to spice up our own home cooking. While we can't get out to Europe's food markets to pick up culinary ideas and souvenirs, let us help you to taste your destination…
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Viking. More than just Norse ships and pillaging

If you're a traveler, you've likely taken at least one cruise in your life.  And, chances are good that you may have boarded a Viking Cruise ship:  they are some of the best and most forward-thinking cruise lines in the world. But, Viking goes beyond by also informing and entertaining us with their ongoing Viking.tv…
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Can you Caño?

If you really want to get away, then we have the place for you. Those in the know realise that Colombia is now shining in the sun, again.  Most of its troubles are in the past and it is fast becoming a top destination.  Lovely, friendly people, an endless array of activities throughout the country,…
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Doesn’t ring a bell

If you're an avid traveler, you've probably been to all of the top spots:  Venice, Paris, Buenos Aires, New York etc.  But you may have only scratched the scratch of what the world has to offer. This article highlights some of the world's least travelled locations.   Some of them are big names - Monaco, for…
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EasyJet just got easier

A few months back, we published an article about some of Europe's low-cost airlines, such as EasyJet and Ryanair.  They offer some super deals to jet your way across the continent and are worth checking out. It was somewhat cumbersome to book them if you were outside of the EU.  But, now it's easy peasy…
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Airline food

Perhaps it's just us (I doubt it,) but we can't imagine travelers looking forward to airline food, especially in this day and age.  Packets of pretzels generally do not make us squeal with delight anymore. But, always posh and always positive British Airways have anticipated our needs before we did and are now offering their 20,000…
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Go back, in time

When you think about it - especially if you travel often - it feels like the process of boarding an airplane is rarely seamless and rarely enjoyable.  To be fair, it is a complex process when you consider the logistics that the airlines need to factor in.  And, of course, there is always the "performance…
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Highly caffeinated things to do at airports

There are few things worse than a four-hour layover at the airport while you're salivating to get to your destination.  How many times can you walk past the magazine stand? In some countries, such as the UK, there are people known as "anoraks" who pace up and down the long - and usually crowded -…
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Medieval nights

As you most likely know, Europe is filled with history.  Right at your fingertips, you can touch - and even spend the night - in buildings that are hundreds, if not thousands, of years old.  In some cities, you literally bump into one incredible structure after another.  The fact that Europe still has so many…
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Be Right Back!

Here's an interesting new concept - London's BeRightBack.travel Built to help you always have travel in your calendar. BRB is the world’s first travel subscription company. Focused on Europe, the execution is pretty straightforward: Choose your trip types Build your bucketlist Select your preferred airports Create your trips Unlike a gym, you can cancel at…
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When Josie comes home

Spring, winter, summer or fall, British Columbia, Canada, is always a relaxing and sometimes awe-inspiring destination.  From the mountains to the oceans to the cities, BC will keep you busy with things to do.  While you're there, try the Josie Hotel in Rossland. Located slopeside at RED Mountain Resort, The Josie Hotel unearths Rossland ’s…
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See places new, mon

Have you ever been to Trelawny?  Chances are good that you may not have even heard of it.  It's in Jamaica, and it's just one of the destinations offered by our new affiliate friends, AmstarDMC. AmstarDMC provides world-class destination services. From handpicked destination experiences to private VIP itineraries, plus a wide range of transportation options,…
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