 During the dog days of Summer, while everyone is taking vacations and relaxing, I wanted to share some historical facts for your entertainment. It is important to know your history, or you’re doomed to repeat it. Here are 10 tidbits, not in any particular order.
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 • Anthony Bourdain's Best Places To Visit For July 4th Holiday
Looking for the best July 4th destinations? Let this list of interesting places inspired by gifted chef and talented storyteller, Anthony Bourdain guide you… - International Business Times Friday June 25, 2021 • A look at travel rules in popular European destinations Europe is opening up to Americans and other visitors after more than a year of COVID-induced restrictions. But travelers will need patience to figure out who’s allowed into which country… - Associated Press Friday June 25, 2021 Suite-like comforts and wild settings: These well-appointed tents call campers of all adventure levels to lace up boots in the great outdoors.
Nature, a safe and socially distant refuge, has been the balm of the pandemic. Instagram accounts once devoted to rooftop cocktails and luxury suites went full Sierra Club, with images of people-less sunsets, uncrowded hiking trails, and wildflower-filled plains. But for those who feel sleeping on hard ground and rustling up campfire fare isn’t quite “vacation,” outdoors-focused resorts with tented camp and glamping options step in to remove the discomforts and handle the chores, freeing guests to revel in the splendor of nature. As the following places illustrate, opportunities come in a variety of climates and cultures – from the African bush to the Australian Outback, tropical beaches to temperate rain forests, desert canyons to snowcapped peaks – collectively linked by love of the land.  The secrets to a long and healthy life are often thought to be diet and exercise. But you might also want to add travel to that list. While many people travel simply for enjoyment, or the desire to get away and do something different, along the way they also broaden their horizons, relieve day-to-day stress and improve their general outlook on life. Travel is good for our health and contributes to a longer life expectancy and a more satisfying retirement. Here are four ways that travel can improve the life of retirees: 1. Travel encourages you to be more active. You hustle through the airport, schlep your bags to the hotel, then walk around the streets, stroll through the museums, swim in the ocean or hike along mountain paths. Many of the activities you do on vacation involve physical exercise which lowers your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and cancer. Need more proof? Many scientific studies have found that men women who vacation at least twice a year enjoyed a significantly lower risk of heart disease than women who hardly ever took a break.  You’ve made it to the ship, through the check in process, and are on board. It’s somewhat like a hotel, but it moves. What can you expect in this new, yet vaguely familiar, environment? What’s expected of you?
1. Lifeboat Drill (or muster) is a mandatory participation event. On occasion I’ve seen nice couples looking over the rail at those of us dutifully wrapped in our orange jackets. Chuckling to themselves, they’re oblivious to the fact that they are breaking the strict policy of proper adherence to the Mandatory Coast Guard Lifeboat Drill. Many lines actually check  Like a baby’s tentative first step and a teenager’s first real kiss, every passenger embarks on a first cruise at least once. For smooth sailing, these tips can help make your initial embarkation and first evening on board just a little more comfortable.
DO 1. Bring along some single dollar bills for the luggage handlers at the pier. Of course that is if you’re planning to see the luggage again. They are not cruise line employees but members of the stevedores union.  Have you heard the good news? Two days ago, on May 25th, President Biden signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act, legislation that sets the stage for large ships to cruise in Alaska this Summer.
To board, all passengers over the age of 16 will be required to show proof that they have been vaccinated 14 days ahead of the cruise's start date. Starting August 1st, every passenger over age 12 will be required to be fully vaccinated to board.  So, vacation season is finally here! You have, hopefully, contacted your super-amazing Travel Professional to help you plan the perfect experience and shopped-for and packed all your new cute travel clothes….you’re ready? Maybe not! Have you made sure to leave your home in good shape so it stays clean, protected and even energy-efficient while you are gone?
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 Europe is opening to US travelers this Summer. I thought I'd share some common fears I hear from clients who haven't been there before.
If I had a dollar for every time a client has asked me if people in Paris really hate Americans, or stated that they might be interested in seeing Europe, but they are afraid they won’t be able to get around since they only speak English, or are afraid of the Euro, or think too many people smoke, or worry that they won’t be able to find any food that they like, etc…I would be long retired in an oceanfront villa on Maui by now, sipping Mai Tais and perfecting my tan.  • Passport offices across the country are getting backlogged—it’s time to renew now!
With travel sales surging that means passports are getting backlogged. If you are thinking about traveling in the next year internationally, make sure to get the passport renewal process started early to avoid travel delay. If your passport will expire 6 months or less before the end of your return travel date, you need to renew it before you travel. Renew Now If you don’t have a passport, here is a guide on how to apply A Guide to applying for your passport |
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