Archive for February 13th, 2010

The Cruise Issue 2010: Is This How Cleopatra Felt?

February 13, 2010
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The Cruise Issue 2010: Is This How Cleopatra Felt?

A first-time cruiser gathers together 79 friends and family for a private sail, with stops along the way to see some of Egypt’s most mesmerizing sights.
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York Island Offshore of Antigua

February 13, 2010
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York Island Offshore of Antigua

Today I went out to York Island with Karron, along with another EAG board of directors member named Ashton Williams, and the field technicians Shawn and Tahambay who are always an integral part of the excursions onto the islands. The purpose of this excursion was to bait and monitor traps to keep rats...
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Free Things to Do in New York City

February 13, 2010
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Planning a trip to New York City can be a daunting and expensive endeaver for a family. Here are some free things to do in NYC to help you have fun and stay on budget while traveling. No need to break the bank for that vacation or holiday
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The French Alcatraz

February 13, 2010
By Island Tips
The French Alcatraz

If I asked what Alcatraz and the Château d'If had in common (and if you couldn't see the illustration) you might not know.? If I then added in Robben Island, more recently in the news in connection with Nelson Mandela, you now could make a very good guess.? They are all islands and...
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Episode 23 – NCL Epic

February 13, 2010
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This week Stewart the Cruise Guy joins us to talk about the NCL Epic and Barcelona. With the rising costs of airfare and the tighter restrictions on airport security, Paul Motter, Editor of Cruise Mates reveals the true advantages of driving to your cruise port.  Imagine dropping everything and touring the world for 12...
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Jumby Bay (Antigua)

February 13, 2010
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Jumby Bay (Antigua)

guest post by Elegant Resorts Located on a 300 acre private island, once a sugar plantation, the island is now a back-to-nature luxury holiday destination. The resort was closed in 2008 and recently reopened following a $28 million resort wide alteration. Jumby Bay has two white sand beaches and the resorts maintained 85...
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Alaska Business Builders Cruise

February 13, 2010
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Alaska Business Builders Cruise

http://BusinessBuildersCruise.com - Business Builders Cruise to Alaska. Leaves San Francisco 7/1.
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Grab Your Ukelele! Hawaii is SNOW free!

February 13, 2010
By Island Tips

    Yesterday, February 12, 2010, marked the first time since 1977 that 49 out of 50 United States had snow. The only state without any trace of snow was Hawaii! Before you say, "Well, duh", consider that the Big Island's Mauna Kea Volcano stands at 13,800 feet and often has snow on it....
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Mon Choisy Beach (Mauritius)

February 13, 2010
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Back along the northern coast of island nation Mauritius is Mont Choisy Beach. It's located on the northwest tip, just north of Trou aux Biches and is
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