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Finding the real Bahamas one drink at a time

June 16, 2013 by Paul KandarianLeave a Comment

OK, so I went to the Bahamas once before, as part of a cruise, putting in at Nassau and instantly clouding my view of the Bahamas as a whole, perceiving a place of giant cruise ships, sweaty tourists, over-priced gift shops and sheer sensory overload. Then most recently I visited Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour Marina in Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco Island, a sedately unhurried resort, and was proven wrong. That, and having a Goombay Smash … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Art, Bahamas, Beach, Beer, Caribbean, Cruising, Dancing, Drinking, Fishing, Florida, Food and Wine, Georgia, Music, Naked, Resort, Restaurants, Sailing, Sand, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Top Ten Reasons Why the Caribbean is Number One for Weddings and Honeymoons

November 5, 2012 by Tiffany MullinsLeave a Comment

All inclusive Caribbean vacations are a popular choice, renowned for the sparkling sandy beaches, friendly locals and rich island history. But did you know that these famous isles are also the number one choice for many couples' weddings and honeymoons? It's easy to see why – we've compiled a list of the unique elements that make the Caribbean an ideal destination for two people in love: 1. Romance and Luxury The Caribbean is one of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Bahamas, Beach, Bicycle, Caribbean, Cruising, Culture, Fishing, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Honeymoon, Jamaica, Nightlife, Paradise, Rainforest, Resort, Romantic, Sailing, Save Money, Scuba Diving

Fun Under the Sun Just Got Much More Personal in The Bahamas

December 16, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Eco-Hotel Openings, Major Resort Plans and Niche Excursions Heighten the Vacation Experience NASSAU, The Bahamas - December 16, 2010 - Sapphire waters, endless beaches and 'it's five o'clock somewhere' - you've heard it all before, right? Wrong. While beautiful beaches and Bahama Mamas are staples of any visit to The Islands Of The Bahamas, consumers looking for more personalized itineraries are in for a surprise as the destination transforms … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, American Airlines, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Canals, Caribbean, Casino, Cruising, Drinking, Fishing, Garden, Georgia, Golf, History, Internet, Lifestyle, Lodge, Orlando, Paradise

Tony Wheeler: Founder of Lonely Planet

December 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Recently we had the opportunity to sit down with Tony Wheeler, the founder of Lonely Planet, in San Francisco. He was on a whirlwind tour in the United States promoting his new book, Bad Lands: A Tourist on the Axis of Evil. We spent about an hour in the interview. Immediately following his book promotion tour he was off to attempt a climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). We asked him a series of questions - this is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Afghanistan, Africa, America, Animal Rescue, Bahamas, Burma, China, Cuba, Drinking, Farming, Fashion, Film, History, India, Interview, Iran, Iraq, Korea, Mountain Climbing, Museum

Charity Folks & Jet Blue Airways Team up to Auction Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

October 28, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Charity packages include exciting travel, sports and celebrity-driven events to benefit KaBOOM! and DoSomething.org AUCTION ENDS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AT 3:00PM EDT Online auction leader Charity Folks has teamed up with Jet Blue Airways for their 'Bid for Good' online auction to benefit KaBOOM! and DoSomething.org. Bidders will get the opportunity to bid on more than 60 destination trips and other unique celebrity and sports experiences. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, America, Bahamas, Bermuda, Boston, Celebrity, Chicago, Culture, Fashion, Golf, Los Angeles, North America, Paradise, Resort, Sports, Tropical Paradise, Village, Walking tour

All Inclusive Deals, Bahamas

September 7, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

From the World's First Island Island-Inclusive Vacation to Boutique All-Inclusive Resorts, Travelers can Experience a Hassle-Free Bahamas Getaway NASSAU, Bahamas - Sept. 7, 2010 - Uncrowded beaches, eco-inspired lodging and blissfully tranquil surroundings may not sound like your typical all-inclusive resort experience; but travelers to The Bahamas can expect these simple pleasures in paradise on their next island getaway. Boutique resorts … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bahamas, Beach, Caribbean, Caves, Country Music, Fishing, Garden, Golf, Lodge, Music, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Shopping Mall, Sports, Tropical Paradise

Jetsetter Emerges from Beta in Time to Cure Summer Vacations from a Case of the Ordinaries

April 8, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Leading Private Sales Site Emerges From Beta with Site Redesign, New Features and New Consumer Spokesperson Jetset Farryn NEW YORK, NY (April 8, 2010) Jetsetter ( www.jetsetter.com ), the private sales site that helps leisure travelers discover and purchase the world's best vacations and most memorable experiences, launches after six months in Beta. Jetsetter has emerged as the leading private sales site thanks to its eclectic inventory, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa Safari, Anguilla, Animal Rescue, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Caribbean, Chicago, Coffee, Dancing, Florida, Jetsetter, Massage, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, New York City, New Zealand, Nightlife, Resort

Crimea for the Traveler

December 25, 2006 by AlexLeave a Comment

crimean fortress

Populated by the mysterious Scythians, settled by the Greeks, taken over by the Roman Empire, overrun by the Goths, the Huns, the Khazars, expanded into by the first tzar of Kievan Rus, lost to the Byzantines, swept through by the Mongols, used as an economic muscle by the Genoese, blossomed by the Tatars, fortified by the Turks, annexed by the Russians and finally given as a present to the Ukraine. How many more places can boast such a motley … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Africa, Bahamas, Beach, Bus Travel, Caves, Crimea, Culture, Florence, History, Markets, Mediterranean, Resort, Russia, Spain, Train Travel, Visa, Wildlife

The Crimean Peace

December 21, 2006 by Alex WelshLeave a Comment

Known only perhaps for its 19-th century war with the English, Crimea remains largely unknown to the traveller. Yet there can't be that many places on the planet that are so multi-dimensional it makes your head spin. Populated by the mysterious Scythians, settled by the Greeks, taken over by the Roman Empire, overrun by the Goths, the Huns, the Khazars, expanded into by the first tzar of Kievan Rus, lost to the Byzantines, swept through by the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Africa, Bahamas, Beach, Bus Travel, Caves, Crimea, Culture, Florence, History, Markets, Mediterranean, Resort, Russia, Spain, Train Travel, Visa, Wildlife

Smoke the Revolution

February 7, 2006 by Solomon RastagarLeave a Comment

Havana, Cuba March 25, 2003 Dear Friends, Greetings from Cuba!! Just a couple of weeks before my departure to Havana, I could not have imagined soaking up the warm and humid trade winds here on this beautiful Caribbean Island. Instead I was entertaining thoughts of attending a Spanish course in Guatemala, when my old pal Jimmy Bentley called out of the blue to tell me he was looking for a nutcase to join him in defying the US embargo of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airport, Bahamas, Bangkok Thailand, Beer, California, Caribbean, Cuba, Culture, Drinking, Expatriate, Fishing, Florida, Food and Wine, History, Markets, Mexico, Museum, Restaurants, Spain, Taxi

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