Alaska Cruise/Pioneer Square
We walked down and up to Pioneer Square. Many hills in Seattle. I don’t really know why it is called Pioneer Square because it is not a square. The area is filled with historical buildings more than 100 years old, quaint restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, a huge toy store and night clubs. When you walk [...]
Alaska Cruise/Seattle First
We arrived early at the airport so there was plenty of time to check our bags and go through security without any problems. And I was very proud of ourselves as we were able to only check one bag and have one carry on each for our 8 night trip. Feel free to contact me if [...]
WHAT SIZE CRUISE SHIP IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
What size cruise ship is best for you?
Here you can take a look at what to expect from each of the different size ships.
The Big Ships Carry 2,000- to 4,000+ Passengers
Pros
• Activities aplenty, from newlywed games to computer classes.
• Multiple swimming pools; some offer adult only or children only pools.
• Plenty of balcony cabins to choose from.
• Huge casinos [...]
GREAT SNOWFALL FOR WORLD CUP SNOWBOARD COMPETITION
Colorado had some heavy snowfalls recently, and Telluride, Colorado already has a 32″ base. Crews are already working the mountains to prepare it for the opening on November 24 and to ensure that they are ready to welcome the WORLD CUP SNOWBOARD COMPETITION, December 18-20. This will be the final qualifying event before the Winter [...]
Best Holiday Travel Tips
Christmas Travel Tips.
So you want to go visit Grandma for the holidays while having a wonderful trip with your kids.
Here are a few holiday travel tips to help you do that.
1) Plan ahead. Schedule your flights, hotels and car reservations as much in advance as possible. Prices escalate during the holidays because of greater [...]
Disney Cruise Line in Alaska
Disney Cruise Line is sailing Alaska for the first time in their history. This will be a wonderful cruise for family vacations or for all who like the Disney fashion of service
Disney will offer seven-night Alaskan cruises for the 2011 summer season. The Disney Wonder will departing from Vancouver, British Columbia, and sail to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau [...]
Oasis of the Seas is on the Way
The Oasis of the Seas has run into some strong winds and high waves while crossing the North Atlantic Ocean on its way to Port Everglades. So now the Oasis of the Seas is scheduled to arrive at Port Everglades on the morning of November 13, 2009, two days later than originally scheduled. Oasis of [...]
More Mediterranean Itinerary Trip
In Venice the cruise stayed the night and it was still not enough time. Venice is indeed a one of a kind city, like a fantasy world you have never seen before. No cars, you walk everywhere or travel on the canals in a vaporetto (water bus) or if you want to feel special, take [...]
Mediterranean Trip 1
Mediterranean Trip -
We started our trip with 2 wonderful days in Rome. We walked from our hotel to the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. It was like being in a movie. Both were so marvelous that we didn’t even mind the crowds of people, especially at night with the lights that made [...]
Essential Things to Know for the 2010 Olympics
Essential Things to Know for the 2010 Olympics
Three cities are the heart of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Vancouver, British. Columbia, Canada is the main city for the Olympics. Richmond will have Olympic venues and Whistler is where the mountain venues will be held.
Two major improvements for visitors to be [...]