Articles for December, 2011
Friday, December 30th, 2011
By Mark Chesnut
This year has been a big one for Residence Inn by Marriott. The extended-stay hotel chain debuted its very first European property while announcing its expansion into South America — all while strengthening its position as a favored brand for both business travelers and families.
The Residence Inn Fort Lauderdale Pompano Beach offers amenities for business travelers and families.
The Residence Inn made its entrance into Europe with the opening in October of the Residence Inn by Marriott Munich City East in Munich, Germany, within walking distance of the city’s Ostbahnhof train station. The 125-room property has one meeting room for eight people. In addition, Marriott plans to introduce the chain in South America in 2012 with the opening of its first property in Guayaquil, Ecuador. (more…)
Tags: Hotels
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Friday, December 30th, 2011
Paradise in Punta Cana: The Dominican Republic is an affordable spring break destination. Credit: Blane Bachelor.
By Blane Bachelor
With the holidays over and winter in full force, it’s not too early to start thinking about spring break ideas for 2012. But this year, how about considering a destination a little more original than Padre Island or Cancun? Here, five places that are under the radar in terms of crowds, but over the top in their value and fun factor. (more…)
Tags: Punta Cana
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Thursday, December 29th, 2011
A place to rest after your food coma during New York Restaurant Week: Distrikt Hotel New York City.
By Jennifer Olvera
Post-holidays can be a dreary time of year. Fortunately, the winter leg of New York Restaurant Week — slotted for weekdays from Jan. 16-Feb. 10 – offers a good excuse to book stays at New York hotels, since more than 130 restaurants will offer three-course, prix-fixe meals for $24.07 at lunch and $35 during dinner, plus beverages, tax and tip. (more…)
Tags: New York, New York hotels
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
High-tech takeoff: All of Delta's mainline aircraft have WiFi. Credit: Cubbie Vegas.
By Mark Chesnut
Not everyone wants to stay connected when they’re in the air. But for those who do want to surf the Web while flying, the highly inconsistent connectivity offered today can be a bit frustrating. To help you sort out who offers what and when, here’s a roundup of the latest onboard WiFi offerings. (more…)
Tags: airlines, United Airlines
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
Getting carded: elite benefits are available with some -- but not all --airline credit cards. Photo: LatinFlyer.com
By Mark Chesnut
The writing on the wall indicates that it may become harder for many travelers to reach elite level status with their preferred airlines, thanks to new status thresholds and, at some carriers, changes that will base mileage accrual on the fare paid rather than the mileage flown. (more…)
Tags: airfare, airline tickets, airlines, Flights
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
Is your tween or teen past the princess phase? Treat her to high tea at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort.
By Jill E. Cooper
I think it’s safe to say that every parent of a newborn has received the sage advice from a more seasoned parent – enjoy each minute with your son or daughter because the years that child will spend under your roof will pass all too quickly. “Remember,” they’ll say, “just like a butterfly, she too will spread her wings and fly some day. Enjoy her caterpillar years.” If you have a high school senior in your household, I don’t need to tell you how eerily accurate those words can be. (more…)
Tags: Disney hotels
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Tuesday, December 27th, 2011
Majestic mammals: whale-watching season arrives along the Dominican Republic’s Samana Peninsula mid-January. Credit: Mike Baird.
By Jennifer Olvera
When the holidays become a distant memory, it’s natural to look toward brighter days. Thankfully, around mid-January, Humpback whale season kicks off — and continues through mid-March — near the Dominican Republic’s Samana Peninsula, one of the world’s most fabled destinations to spot the massive, knobby-headed mammals at a time when they give birth. It’s also when visitors are quite likely to see the active species breach out of the water. (more…)
Tags: Dominican Republic vacation, whale watching
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Monday, December 26th, 2011
Join the party: Miami Beach attracts spring breakers by the boatload. Credit: Mojumbo22.
By Jennifer Olvera
Each spring break, a sea of students hit the sand for beach vacations — you know, the kind where beer-slugging sun enthusiasts of a certain age gather, their finger-wagging parents far, far away. That can only mean one thing: The mantra is fun, fun, fun. (more…)
Tags: South Beach vacation, spring break vacations
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Friday, December 23rd, 2011
Night lights: Fremont Street in Las Vegas will be packed with revelers on New Year's Eve.
By Mark Chesnut
For many people, the days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve can be especially slow at work; indeed, some offices and businesses close entirely. So say goodbye to that pile of work and make the most of the season with family and friends. (more…)
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Friday, December 23rd, 2011
There's no better way to cool off in Hawaii than with shave ice. Credit: _e.t.
By Erin Behan
Why not travel in the president’s footsteps when it comes to food? Hawaii has some great restaurants, and like the locals, President Obama knows them well. No matter how you feel about his politics, his food choices couldn’t be more spot-on. (more…)
Tags: Hawaii vacations, Honolulu hotels
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