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November 15, 2009

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Healing Hawaiian Holiday by Linda Ballou Floating face up in the Watsu pool at the Kalani Ocean Retreat that is tucked into a remote corner of the Big Island in Hawaii, I drifted in a state of embryonic innocence. Sylvie, my provider, massaged my spine gently and rotated my limbs to release joint tension. This was the first of many experiences on my quest of a healing Hawaiian holiday Read More...

New Zealand Via Holland America Cruise by May Georgina DeLory, Photos by Cherie DeLory The Holland America Line voyage on the ms Volendam with Captain Peter Bos at the helm would take us—my adult daughter and me, to the other side of the world, land of Maori culture and legend, to rugged sea coast where toned bodies surfed the huge waves in the western part of the Bay of Plenty, to lush vineyards that stretched against a backdrop landscape of eye-blindingly blue sea and, most importantly, to friendly locals. Read More...

To Tip or Not to Tip? By Ron Pradinuk Confusion regarding tipping at all inclusive resorts, as well as in countries around the world, lead to numerous questions to me on a regular basis as travellers seek advice on the subject. There is no one simple answer as cultures and customs vary from country to country. Not long ago, and still in some all inclusive properties, staff could be fired for accepting a tip. Today that, for the most part, has changed. In many European countries a tip is automatically added. Read More...

Rooms With A View by Terry Zinn Very special places call for very special accommodations. The monoliths of Monument Valley have long been icons of Western scenery. Their impact has been drawing visitors and, perhaps more notably, film crews to the valley for decades. Read More...

November 1, 2009

A Taste of France in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada by Patty Burness There are some real travel bargains available now. If you can take advantage of them, try Quebec City — this UNESCO-designated World Heritage site is a treasure. And getting there takes about the same time as a flight from San Francisco to New York. Quebec means “there where the river narrows.” Indeed, Quebec City sits atop the banks of the St. Lawrence River. Read More

Land Before the Hand of Man by Sandra Scott Few places on earth can match the astonishing natural beauty of Palau. With a population of 20,000, it is a paradise with over 500 densely tree-covered islands of which only nine are inhabited. Once the scene of horrific battles during World War II, nature was the ultimate the winner. Dense vegetation has covered the war scars on land and the sea is slowly wearing away the downed WWII planes including ...Read More...

Virginia Is For Lovers, Richmond Is For Love by Emma Krasov, Photos by Yuri Krasov The Fortieth anniversary of the official state tourism slogan, Virginia is for Lovers, seemed a good enough reason to visit the Cavalier State. Choosing Richmond for a short but sweet encounter was easy with all it had to offer – dogwood blossoms, the largest collection of Faberge outside Russia at VMFA, and Poe bicentennial celebrated by his museum. A closer look at the 400-year-old state capital revealed so much more. Read More..

Wining, Dining & Touring in California’s Central Coast By Ron Kapon In the past few years I have traveled to and written about Sonoma, Napa, Livermore and San Mateo, all reachable through San Francisco. Most recently I spent a week south of the San Francisco airport. My first stop was San Jose, followed by Santa Cruz, Gilroy, Monterey/Carmel, Paso Robles and Hearst Castle. On my next trip I will start in Los Angeles and travel to Oxnard, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Solvang, Buellton, Santa Maria, Santa Ynez Valley & San Luis Obispo, thus completing my central Coast odyssey. This story will deal with the wine portion of that trip with a bit of tourism Read More...

Books and Audio Reviews

Wild Kruger by Adrian Bailey and Robyn Keene Young

Forget Me Not: A Memoir by Jennifer Lowe-Anker

Victoria Falls and Surrounds: The Insider's Guide by Ian Michler

Botswana: The Insider's Guide by Ian Michler

Alby Mangels: Beyond World Safari by Lynn Santer

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