Posted in Cruises on 20 July 2010
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Drake’s passage is the foreboding gatekeeper that divides the last bit of south America from the Antarctic continent. With terrible weather, colliding current streams and absolutely no land to calm the water, it is a rough 400 mile stretch. I only hoped to see icebergs and penguins. Other than that, I harbored no concept as [...]
Posted in Europe on 18 July 2010
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Some people will travel just about anywhere. This was the idea that led a businessman and brainstormer to organize a charted flight, the first one in the world, heading for the Antarctic on February 13, 1877. For this lively electronics executive who was 33 years old, looking at a map one morning made him wonder [...]
Posted in Passports on 17 June 2010
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That time off is so badly needed, but nothing could possibly be worst than making travel plans and not realizing that a passport to Cancun is needed until it is too late. People are getting all kinds of bad information about this right now and not being prepared can be the difference in having a [...]
Posted in Europe on 8 June 2010
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Seventy thousand birds call this one-square-mile area home. They may only measure thigh-high to me, but they have a much taller attitude as they waddle, slip and slide in their rocky abode.
They’re constantly cleaning themselves, getting angry with other penguins who get in their nests, and sending off seals who aren’t invited. The parents [...]
Posted in Cruises on 27 May 2010
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Many of the most experienced travelers in the world still perceive the continent of Antarctica as a mysterious, distant land. Scientific labs are scattered across its huge, black void.What most don’t realize is how unique Antarctica is.For one thing, war and even weapons have been banned there by agreement of the world’s nations, the United [...]
Posted in Cruises on 17 May 2010
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Deciding to take a cruise with your family might be just the thing you need. Cruises are renowned for their convenient and totally customizable experience, so if you’re looking for a quick getaway, a cruise may be the best option. All you need to do is apply for your passport, grab the sunscreen and a [...]
Posted in Cruises on 9 May 2010
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A lot of people are now choosing to have destination weddings where they combine their wedding and their honeymoon into one trip. This is a great option for the couple who does not want a huge wedding and perhaps only have their closest friends and family go to the special occasion. This is [...]
