Media Release 20 May 2010: Mossel Bay Tourism IMAGE: Café Gannet at the Mossel Bay Protea Hotel. The Mossel Bay Protea won this year’s AA Travel Guides American Express Accommodation Award for Best Full Service Hotel.
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Two Awards and Two Hall of Fame Honourees for Mossel Bay Tourism Members
The following is the complete State Department travel warning for Thailand effective as of 5-20-10. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND that this is an official report designed to cover the State Department’s ass in case of anything happening to an American tourist. I am flying there next week and am not the least bit worried about my safety, and neither should you as long as you are smart, avoid large crowds, and keep yourself informed on current events and trends. Travel Warning United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs Washington, DC 20520 This information is current as of today, // Thu May 20 19:29:31 2010. THAILAND May 15, 2010 The Department of State warns U.S.
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State Department Travel Warning for Thailand
As of today we have officially hit the one week till take off mark, and whew, what a crazy past few months I have had! For those of you visiting this blog for the first time, I have been in the process of planning a 9 month trip to Southeast Asia, India, and the Middle East for the past year or so. While I have traveled extensively in the past, including a couple of five monthers, this will be the longest to date. Due to the fact that the first half of the trip is purely for pleasure and the second for my thesis research, the logistics of everything have been crazy. To top it all off, my good buddy is getting married in Thailand, yes the very same Thailand that is currently in the midst of major political upheaval, and I am in the wedding! I really can’t wait for everything to be finally happening, but as with all of my trips to developing and third-world countries, the butterflies hit and you start thinking, are you sure about all of this? The answer is always that same, and it’s yes of course I’m ready, but the goodbyes, putting your life in storage, and throwing three sheets to the wind is all about 100% commitment. I’m a travel junkie…I get off on this stuff, but it is always a bit freaky in those last few days before getting dropped off by your sobbing, snot dripping, wreck of a mother at the curb and letting her know that everything will be fine, I love, and I’ll let you know that I am safe and sound in a few days. Talk about feeling your heartbreak! But, like I said, it’s all about 100% committment. Perhaps I am also feeling a bit more trepidation about this trip because I have my graduate thesis on the line here. I need to come back with some results, which will only happen through determination, discipline, and keeping my nose to the grind stone. To better my chances of success, I will be renting an apartment in Cairo for 5 months, which will serve as a home base for traveling around the region and doing research. This is semi-comforting except for the fact that when you are putting money on the line and entering lease agreements in foreign countries, the risk of getting jipped or stuck in tight spot increases.
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Seven Days and Counting!
The latest review on the Boston’s Hidden Restaurants Web site is for an Italian restaurant in Lynn called Antique Table . Located on a mostly residential street by the Swampscott line, Antique Table is a charming, cozy spot with a nook to the right, a main dining area in the middle, and a small bar to the left
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Latest Review: Antique Table in Lynn
Among the many terrible outcomes that we’re just starting to see stem from the Deep Horizon oil spill, perhaps “cultural genocide” is one of the most devastating. The Audubon Society’s blog, The Perch, reports that livelihood of the Atakapa tribe, a small group of American Indian families living at the mouth of the Mississippi in a village only accessible by boat, is now threatened
– Posted by Ann Holden Kendell In Elam v. Regions Financial Corporation, et al. (April 19, 2010), the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a pregnancy discrimination case brought under federal and state laws
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Takeaways from Recent Pregnancy Discrimination Cases Brought Against Iowa Employers
Our Photo of the Week this week was taken in the Bolivian salt flats, one of the many destinations featured in our annual Tours of a Lifetime issue. As part of its “Bolivia Backroads and Oruro Festival” tour, Adventure Life brings travelers to the Salt Desert of Ulyuni, where they can learn about the production of salt bricks and climb the Tunapa Volcano for panoramic views.
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Photo of the Week: Bolivian Salt Flats
In a quick game-changer, the High Court has overturned its ruling for the British Airways strike ban. Now, Unite is officially allowed to go along with its plans to strike in a series of five-day periods. Initially, the court banned the union from striking because Unite had not followed technical procedure in reporting results of the strike ballots to its members
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British Airways strike back on
Videos Courtesy Liz Matzelle 787 Flight Test Updates: Month One , Month Two & Month Three It has been five months since ZA001 made its maiden flight on December 15, 2009 has surpassed 747 flight hours with its four Rolls-Royce powered 787s through May 18.
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787 Flight Test Update – Month Four and Five
Waltham’s “Restaurant Row” is about to lose one of its dining spots, as a BBQ joint on Moody Street is closing at the end of the month.
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Jake’s Dixie Roadhouse in Waltham Is Closing
British Airways has announced it plans to operate all flights to and from London City airport and London Gatwick during the next period of strike action – 24 – 29 May 2010 – and has confirmed its schedule of flights during the same period at London Heathrow.
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BA confirms flight operations for next week’s strike action
Six years ago Wizz Air launched its very first service from Katowice in Poland to London Luton, today Wizz Air is one of the largest low fare – low cost airlines in Central and Eastern Europe carrying over 8 million passengers per year across its network.
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Wizz Air celebrates six years at London Luton Airport
Earlier this year, the European Union published a list of airlines banned within the EU. With over 100 African airlines on this list, the African Airlines Association’s secretary general described the ban as “undermining international confidence in African aviation” making European carriers the “ultimate beneficiaries who will dominate the African skies to the disadvantage of African carriers,” reports the Flight Africa Blog
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Daily Radar: 05.20.10
Located in close proximity to the city of Essaouira and the bustling destination of Agadir is a quiet and peaceful village that is one of Morocco’s best kept secrets. In the surfing community though, it is not so secret, as thousands of surfers flock to Immesouane each year to take advantage of the wonderful beaches and great surfing opportunities. Any surfer will be able to tell you that visiting Immesouane is like finding a little piece of paradise, and it is a recommended destination for anyone touring Morocco.
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Surfing at Immesouane
Big pike caught by fly on Lought Oughter JEANCOLAS Dominique from France stayed at Eonish Lodge self catering last week with his three fishing friends and had a good week fishing on Lough Oughter.
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Pike caught on Lought Oughter
This is the first instalment of Manchester City Council’s CDRP e-bulletin, keeping you up to date on all the hard work currently being done by the Partnership. Click on the links below to read the full stories. 1
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Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership E-Bulletin
Live in the height of luxury Combining modern, comfortable lodgings with one of the best locations in the capital, the Panoramic Heights apartments in West Central Street off High Holborn offers a fantastic business base for corporate travellers in the capital. The apartments are all located on the 14th floor and include a spacious living room complete with the latest technology including flat-screen TV and hi-fi, a separate fully-equipped self-catering kitchen, large bedroom and modern bathroom. They also benefit from ample storage space which normally comes at a premium in London residences.
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Luxurious dwellings in High Holborn – perfect for corporate travellers
France is the world’s number one tourist destination, with more than 80 million foreign tourists every year. Whilst Ecotourism is very trendy all over the world, sustainable tourism has really taken an important share in the leading world destination: France
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Ecotourism in France
For over 100 years the fine people at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute (GHRI) have labored to help consumers by testing and recommending products ranging from food, to electronics, to pet products, and everything in between. The reputation they have gained has made the Good Housekeeping name one of the most trusted and recognized in the world. A recent test conducted by the GHRI was of particular interest to us at Luggage Pros. The test was done on 24 of the newest carry-on luggage bags, and the results were very interesting. The testing was based on roominess, size, weight, durability, water repellency, and a series of evaluations of performance and comfort. A complete, detailed description of the testing process can be found here . The following are five of the top performers in the GHRI testing of carry-on luggage: Briggs & Riley Transcend 20″ Carry-On Upright GHRI Test and Evaluation Always one of the leaders in quality, Briggs created this little beauty, which is perfect for a weekend getaway. GHRI testing showed its toughness and ease of handling.
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Top Performers in Good Houskeeping’s Carry-On Testing
President Obama President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon is meeting with President Obama today to discuss US-Mexico relations, but most controversially, to discuss the new SB1070 law in Arizona , that has especially been getting attention in within the travel industry. Arizona’s SB1070 law enables police to question individuals about legal immigration status, and requires the individual in question to produce the necessary proof of citizenship. Cities like Austin , Texas and Los Angeles , California have already made the decision to ban any unessential travel to Arizona, and more may follow suit
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Mexican President Calderon and Obama discuss border relations