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Many of us don't feel much like partying these days, but economic freefall notwithstanding, a little revelry never hurt anybody.
Michael Guerriero, author of the new Party Across America! 101 of the Greatest Festivals, Sporting Events, and Celebrations in the U.S. (Adams media.com, $12.95), aims to point us in the direction of the nation's biggest bashes.
Criteria for inclusion in the book were simple. First, it had to be a yearly event repeated Read the rest of this entry »

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Authors: John S. Rigden and Roger H. Stuewer (Eds).
The Physical Tourist - A Science Guide for the Traveler. Birkhuser, Basel 2009. 260 pp. Hardcover, 19.90 € (D). ISBN 978-3-7643-8932-1.
This book will show you where famous scientists lived, worked, and where important discoveries were made; it will add science to your sightseeing and enrich your understanding and appreciation for the city. This book is a gift for all, especially those interested Read the rest of this entry »

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Book hotels online, but pay when you check in - another first from Yatra.com
Book hotels online, but pay when you check in - another first from Yatra.com
- Path breaking global service, launched for the first time in India
New Delhi, November 25, 2008: Yatra.com, one of the leading travel companies of India, today launched a new service of booking hotels online without charging upfront payment from the customers. Currently customers have to Read the rest of this entry »

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November 21, 2008 12:06 pm
Not everyone has the opportunity to travel the way Veronique Zehnder Hahn has. She’s lived in Switzerland, Morocco, Holland and finally here in Texas.
But anyone — whether they’ve traveled or not — can open up a book.
“I think books can and will give you the opportunity to travel within your own place,” Zehnder-Hahn said. “You can go to the library, check out a book, and Read the rest of this entry »

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BOULDER, Colo. - - Author Jonathan Wiesel knows that some of the best winter fun can be found in Maine. And now, through his new book, he's spreading the word.
"Maine has some of the best cross-country skiing in New England," Wiesel says. "You'll find everything from full-service centers where you can also go alpine skiing, to inns and resorts where you can enjoy not just great Nordic skiing but also fine dining and accommodations."
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Facing a recession, millions of Americans are choosing not to travel for Thanksgiving this year. Now, with less than two weeks left before the holiday, it may be cheaper than ever to book.
On average domestic airfares are 9 percent higher compared to 2007, and 10 percent fewer passengers are expected to fly over the 12-day period from November 21 through December 2, according to the ATA.
The drop in demand, combined with falling oil prices, has Read the rest of this entry »

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Book highlights B.C., Quebec rivers among world's top rafting adventures
NEW YORK — Two Canadian river-rafting trips - one in British Columbia, the other in Quebec - are highlighted in the new book "Ultimate Adventures," published by Rough Guides.
The Klinaklini River, which flows to Knight Inlet on B.C.'s Queen Charlotte Strait, is remote and difficult to navigate, the book says. Access to the start location is by helicopter.
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Wandering Educators announces its Book Review and Giveaway of the Week.
Stanton, MI (
) November 11, 2008 -- WanderingEducators.com, named one of the top Fifty Travel Websites on the Internet, announced its weekly book and language course giveaways.
Wandering Educators is an innovative and eclectic travel site for educators who travel the world. Wandering Educators has a diverse audience - travelers who are K-12 teachers, homeschoolers, students, Read the rest of this entry »

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Travelers will receive a $100 USD American Express® Gift Card when using their American Express® Card to reserve a vacation rental valued at $500 USD or more, with Endless Vacation Rentals.* American Express® cardholders are also eligible for an additional 10 percent savings on their next reservation by booking on Endless Vacation Rentals website
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Parsippany, NJ (
) November 10, 2008 --
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Here are travel bargains around the world, by land, sea and air. Deals sell out quickly and are not guaranteed to be available. Restrictions such as day of travel, blackout dates, and advance-purchase requirements may apply.
in Miami has discounted rates through Dec. 21. Nightly rate starts at $225 for stays of three or more nights, $250 for stays of at least two nights; taxes are an extra 13 percent. Rates typically start at $399. The rate includes Read the rest of this entry »

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