Tips, deals, and advice on traveling the continent on a budget.

Tuesday, November 28, 2006

Your spain travel

Your spain travelSpain is full of magical points of interest. Before you pack your bags and head off to Spain, here's some great travel information. Did you know that Spain's summers typically reach 90-100ºF? Key Travel Tip

Here's a great Spain travel tip for you. If you hate overcrowding and love the beaches, don't visit Spain in July or August. Spain offers many festivals throughout the year. A popular one is the Fiesta De San Fermin. The countless activities that Spain offers to its people, natives and guests alike and for every age are more than enough reason to make Spain one of the tope tourist destinations.


Barcelona, Bilbao, Madrid, Salou, Alicante and Marbella are the most popular destinations in Spain. Each offers its own distinct flavor yet every one of them are quite popular since they meld both the richness of old Spain and the novelty of new Spain. Bullfights may be one of the most memorable events in your travel to Spain.

Thursday, November 23, 2006

Caribbean travel

The Caribbean islands are a popular tourist destination situated east of Central America. There are a number of important airlines that offer flights to the Caribbean travelCaribbean. Apart from the major flights that help people reach the Caribbean Islands there are numerous small Caribbean airlines that that help tourists travel between islands.


Vacationers may choose to make reservations through travel agents, online or directly with an airline service. A number of online air travel sites offer discounts on Caribbean flights and customers may need to bid for them. Certain online sites only cater to a tourist's reservation if they opt to become members.


People can elect from a wide range of Caribbean air travel. Travelers may choose to indulge in comparison-shopping. This helps them analyze price points and airline features. Roundtrip Caribbean flights prove to be the most economical and need to be reserved well in advance.


Before venturing to the airport it is advisable to enquire regarding flight delays. When people mention Caribbean, it refers to the region that consists of the Caribbean Sea, numerous islands within the area and the adjacent coasts. Home to reggae, Rasta, jazz, pop, white sandy beaches and warm waters, a Caribbean vacation proves to be popular amongst tourists. Apart from flight and cruise reservations, Caribbean vacation travel plans include other travel needs.


Numerous undiscovered beaches, rainforests, diving locations and Caribbean cruises form the crux of Caribbean vacation travel. Tourists may opt for travel packages that offer a wide range of adventure sports. Numerous travel plans include introductory Scuba lessons and other water sports that are conducted by resorts and hotels.


Caribbean vacation travel deals may be all inclusive packages or regular offers. Caribbean vacations could revolve around secluded beaches, natural reserves and fun filled pubs and discos. Before venturing out, tourists need to be attentive towards basic necessities of a Caribbean vacation. Caribbean travels plans are widely advertised online and through travel specials and deals.

Monday, November 20, 2006

Get the cheap airline tickets to Europe

Europe is the best place to travel for honeymoon, vacation or just for relaxation. Traveling to Europe can be quite interesting and easy when you have lot of money for air tickets and shopping. But getting a cheap airline ticket can save you some money which can be used for some other important things.


You cannot enjoy your vacation especially if you cannot do the things you like most. While bending a little, you can find cheap airline tickets to Europe even during peak seasons. To get the very cheap air tickets to Europe, Internet can be very helpful for you. You should go to some big travel sites and check out their offers. So by little search on the internet, you can get a cheap airline ticket even during the peak seasons.


You also need to compare the different travel dates. Cheap airline tickets to Europe may cost you less on some days while costing a leg on other days. Competition is also a high factor in determining the availability of cheap airline tickets for Europe which should be considered.


If an airline offers you those cheap airline tickets to Europe, chances are other airlines will follow suit. Every business needs to attract customers into their cheap airline ticket ad as an economic attraction.


Checking on smaller airlines could also help when they are still starting their business and trying to gain a foothold in the industry. Most likely they would be more than glad they might be able to offer you cheap airline tickets to Europe. Other airlines would want to gain a market share, so they use selling tickets at a discounted rate as a tactical maneuver to get that.


Of course, with these airlines you may have to sacrifice a bit as they are unlike the gigantic airlines. After all, this is the reason why they can offer you those cheap airline tickets to Europe.


Chartered flights also offer the lowest rates for cheap airline tickets to Europe, as they only operate during certain times of the year. Sure, if you can do away with some luxuries, and spend for comfort once in Europe, you only need to bend a little and find that the cheap airline tickets to Europe will be worth the compromise.

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

Thanksgiving travel tips

Logan International Airport will run 20 percent more Logan Express suburban shuttle buses during the busiest days before and after Thanksgiving, and extra on-airport shuttles from the MBTA Blue Line and water shuttles.

Don't forget that only one lane of Interstate 90 eastbound to the Ted Williams Tunnel and Logan is open because of the July tunnel ceiling collapse.

Demand for cabs at Logan Sunday night after Thanksgiving is likely to be double normal Sunday night levels.

Manchester Boston Regional Airport yesterday began offering an every-two-hours free shuttle bus from the Sullivan Square MBTA Orange Line stop and Woburn rail/bus station.

Consider arriving at the airport an extra 30 to 60 minutes earlier than normal -- in other words at least 90 minutes before a domestic flight.

Remember the new carry-on luggage restrictions: Liquids and gels can't be in containers bigger than 3 ounces, and what you carry must fit in one clear quart-sized plastic bag.

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Holland America Line - 2007 Europe Cruise Specials

Book by 31 December 2006 and save up to $1,710 per person

Travel the World has announced an extended booking date for its 2007 Europe Early Advantage Specials on the premium Holland America Line. The cruise-only specials are available on new bookings made before 31 December 2006 on nine Europe itineraries covering spectacular Mediterranean ports in Italy, Spain, Portugal and France as well as the stunning Scandinavian peninsula and across the Atlantic to New York, New York!


Save as much as AU$1,710 per person, twin share on the early bird specials, with cruise-only prices starting from AU$2,361 per person, twin share.


The specials are available on Holland America Line’s most popular itineraries and on four of its luxury fleet; the 1,918 passenger ms Westerdam; the medium size ms Rotterdam and ms Veendam, and the smaller ms Prinsendam, which accommodates 793 passengers.

2007 Europe Early Advantage Specials

Athens to London cruise from AU$3,889

This 16-night cruise departs Athens on 14 May 2007 and sails to Turkey, Libya, Italy, Monaco, France, Spain and Portugal before arriving in London. Travelling on the 1,316 passenger ms Rotterdam, you’ll enjoy state of the art facilities including spacious accommodation, salon, gym and spa services and exceptional dining. Cruise-only prices start at AU$3,889 per person, twin share for a large outside stateroom, a saving of AU$1,336. Verandah suites start at AU$6,502 per person, twin share.

\London to Copenhagen cruise from AU$3,000

Departing London on 30 May 2007, the ms Rotterdam will take you to the best of the Baltic, visiting Norway, Germany, Estonia, Russia, Finland and Sweden and Copenhagen, Denmark. The 12-day cruise starts at just AU$3,000 per person, twin share for an outside stateroom – a saving of $1,474 per person. Enjoy the reverse journey from Copenhagen to London on 10 August 2007 with prices starting from AU$2,638 per person, twin share for an Inside Stateroom.

Rotterdam to Copenhagen cruise from AU$2,694

The 12-night voyage from Rotterdam, The Netherlands to Copenhagen, Denmark includes eight ports. Among these; Norway, Germany, Estonia, Russia, Finland and Sweden. ms Rotterdam departs on 29 July 2007, with cruise-only prices starting at AU$2,694 for an inside stateroom and $2,916 for a large outside stateroom. Or, enjoy the reverse journey, departing Copenhagen on 11 June 2007.

Venice to Venice cruise from AU$2,361

A true Italian experience awaits you on the Venice to Venice cruise, departing 29 April 2007. The 10-night cruise visits Sicily, Rome, Florence and Naples in Italy, as well as Monaco, Corsica and Croatia. You will love the 1,258 passenger ms Veendam, which also features the latest in cruising thanks to the fleet’s Signature of Excellence upgrade. Cruise only prices start at AU$2,361 per person, twin share for an inside stateroom, AU$2,638 per person for a large outside stateroom and AU$4,168 for a veranda suites – a saving of $1,625 per person!

Copenhagen to New York cruise from AU$4,445

Venture from Europe to North America, on an 18-night cruise on ms Veendam. Departing Copenhagen, on 22 August 2007, the cruise will take you to ports in Norway, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Greenland and Newfoundland, before arriving in New York. Inside staterooms start at AU$4,445 per person, twin share and outside staterooms are priced from $5,001 per person, a saving of AU$1,405 per person.

Rome to Amsterdam cruise from AU$3,473

For more intimate cruising, board ms Prinsendam in Rome and sail for 14-nights to Amsterdam. Enjoy the best of the Mediterranean as you visit Monaco, La Rochelle and the Channel Islands. Cruise-only prices start at AU$3,473 per person, twin share for a large outside stateroom and AU$4,445 for a veranda suite – a massive saving of $1,710 per person. Prinsendam accommodates 793 guests in luxury staterooms and provides a full range of amenities including three restaurants, two swimming pools, an internet centre, golf center, beauty salon and health spa.

Rome to Rome cruising from AU$2,361

The ms Westerdam will take you to a selection of the most exotic ports in the Roman Empire over 10-nights. Departing Rome on two dates: 30 July 2007 and 19 August 2007, ms Westerdam will call at Monte Carlo, Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca in Spain; Tunisia and Sicily and Naples in Italy, before returning to Rome. Inside staterooms start from AU$2,361 per person twin share and outside staterooms are priced from $2,889. Verandah suites are also available for $3,293 – a reduction of $1,446 on the standard cruise price.

Holland America Line 2007 Europe Early Advantage cruise-only price includes:

* European Cruise onboard Holland America Line’s ms Rotterdam, ms Veendam, ms Westerdam or ms Prinsendam

* All meals, entertainment and activities whilst cruising

* Non-discountable amount of between AU$347 and AU$493 (taxes are additional)


Holland America Line’s elite feet of shipsoffer the latest facilities to make you feel at home whilst at sea. The recent Signature of Excellence upgrade boasts premium accommodation facilities, an enhanced dining experience and excellence service.

To make your early bird booking today contact Travel the World before 31 December 2006 on telephone 02 8296 7072 or visit the website www.traveltheworld.com.au. Travel the World can also assist with a fly/cruise packages.