Archive for February 27th, 2010

Photography Tour to Egypt – November 5th, 2010

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

Here are details of the Egypt tour with a downloadable PDF brochure you can print out and share with your friends. The Amateur Traveler & Ralph Velasco present THE PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES Cairo, Alexandria & the Mediterranean with Optional Nile River Cruise Extension November 5 – 13, 2010 Per person price based on double occupancy:...
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Tsunami Alert

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

A Tsunami Triggered by the Chilean Earthquake Raced Across the Pacific, Threatening Hawaii and Hundreds of Other Islands
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Hawaii’s 1960 Tsunami

February 27, 2010
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Largest Quake of 20th Century Generated 35-Foot Wave That Inundated Hilo Bay, Killing 61
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Hawaii Tourism: Information on Tsunami Warnings

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

As many of you may have heard, there are Tsunami warnings for Hawaii after the earthquake in Chile.  The Hawaii Tourism Association established a global information center.  For more information, click here or Follow them on twitter Hawaii Tourism: Information on Tsunami Warnings is a post from: Atlas Cruises and Tours Travel Blog | Globus...
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The Maritime City of La Rochelle, France

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips
The Maritime City of La Rochelle, France

Easily accessible by train, La Rochelle, France is a popular destination for European tourists. This coastal town has something to offer everyone, from upscale shops to gourmet restaurants to a variety of historical sites.  Boasting four large ports, the city of La Rochelle is home to a lifestyle (food, activities, sites) that is...
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Summer Activities in Friedrichshafen, Germany

February 27, 2010
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In addition to water sports, tourists can ride a real zeppelin at its birthplace, cruise among towns in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, or take a guided nature walk.
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The Egyptian tourism boom: great marketing or skillful silence?

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

According to the GfK Ascent Survey of 15,000 UK holidaymakers in 2009, as presented at the CIMTIG organised Travel Vision 2010 evening, UK tourist numbers for last year to Egypt are up 20% and Turkey 9%. On the downside the Canary Islands have seen a drop of a massive 22%, while numbers are also...
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Tsunami Warning Issued for Hawaii due to Earthquake off Coast of Chile

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

Early this morning an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 originated near the central coast of Chile. Due to the proximity of the epicenter, tsunami warnings have been issued in the Pacific area, including Hawaii.
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Ask the Locals Travel Guide: Cancun, Mexico

February 27, 2010
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Ask the Locals Travel Guide: Cancun, Mexico

Peter is broadcasting his latest radio show from the Ritz Carlton Cancun in Mexico . Long known as a party-centric destination, the Cancun area has evolved into so much more. So we asked locals what they recommend for activities, restaurants and fun in the area. Jesús Mesa del Castillo Bermejo, sustainable tourism advocate...
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Tsunami Information for West Coast – California, Washington, Oregon, Alaska and British Columbia

February 27, 2010
By Island Tips

A tsunami warning has been issued for Hawaii and evacuations are to commence soon. Many people along the US West Coast, including California all the way north to Alaska, are concerned about the impact this tsunami warning will have on their areas. The West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warning Center issued the following statements...
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