Archive for the ‘Travel Chatter’ Category

Impromptu Trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario

Sunday, August 6th, 2006

Last night we decided to put together an imprompu trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario. I booked our hotel (The Travelodge Hotel By The Falls) through Hotels.com and got an average nightly rate of $115.00 for a 2 night stay. We're heading out a little later today for the 3 hour ...

Orlando Investing 1 Billion in Commuter Train to Relieve Gridlock

Thursday, August 3rd, 2006

The city of Orlando and CSX have made an agreement to build a commuter train to help alleviate gridlock in the city best known for the abundance of amusement parks in the Sunshine State. The project is expected to be funded by tax revenues and bonds that are split among ...

Trump’s Taj Mahal Packed With Live Entertainment

Monday, July 31st, 2006

If you're going to be in the Atlantic City area anytime in the next 30 days and you enjoy live concerts, you'll want to peruse the musical offerings at the Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino. The upcoming month is going to be a hot one at the Taj, and performers ...

8 Things You Should Have In Your Carry On Baggage When Flying.

Saturday, July 29th, 2006

1. At least one change of clothes. This is something you might not think of, but sure comes in handy if your luggage ever gets lost. 2. A magazine or a newspaper. This will help pass some time while you wait for your plane or during your flight. 3. Standard Earphones. ...

Vacation guilt - Americans now working on vacations

Tuesday, July 25th, 2006

Americans have always been a work-obsessed group, and now they're even working through vacations. It's easy to understand why, to a degree, because this is the most mobile generation in history. They also have access to all their work related items, no matter how far they might be ...

7 Reasons To Take A Vacation

Monday, July 24th, 2006

1. Because Life is too short. 2. Because you have two days off. Consider renting a summer cottage or staying at a nice hotel and just get away. 3. Because you have kids. Your kids are only small once. Make as many memories as you can, they'll grow up before you know ...

Happy Independence Day!

Monday, July 3rd, 2006

Just thought I'd take a moment to wish all the readers here a "Happy 4th of July". I hope that your holiday is filled with family, friends, fun and fireworks! Happy Birthday, America!

Thoughts on Traveling Over The Bermuda Triangle.

Thursday, June 29th, 2006

I've always thought that Bermuda looked like a fabulous place to visit. I think the main reason it sounds like a great destination is because Bermuda has pink sand. I don't believe that there are many places on earth that have sand that color. One thing that concerns me is ...

High End Shopping in Atlantic City. The Pier at Caesar’s

Wednesday, June 28th, 2006

Yesterday "The Pier" at Caesar's in Atlantic City opened it's doors to the public. This is a giant shopping and entertainment center on Atlantic City's Boardwalk. "The Pier" is slowly opening shops throughout the entire complex and expect to have all shops open by July 4, 2006. The following shops ...

Happy First Day of Summer!

Wednesday, June 21st, 2006

Today's the day we've all been waiting for. The first official day of summer! It's a wonderful time to start thinking about a beach getaway.. even if it's just for one day. The photo above was taken in the Dominican Republic. It didn't take long for all of those chairs to ...