Costa Concordia (Courtesy Europa Press/Flickr ) In an attempt to calm weary cruisers in the aftermath of the tragic Costa Concordia accident, cruise lines have systematically rolled out messages about the safety and security onboard their ships. In the wake of the Jan. 13 accident off the coast of Isola del Giglio, Italy...
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The unusual incident, on a Holland America ship, points to a renewed industry focus on safety.
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Businesses have been lobbying hard for Heathrow expansion to be re-examined – and the airport is still creaking at its seams The aircraft on the radar screen become visible only in the final few seconds of descent, as they break through the dense grey cloud hanging over west ...
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Filed under: Asia , Europe , North America , United States Destination information from a trusted source can make for a rich travel experience and help keep us safe . Knowing where to go (and not go) in a city we have not traveled to ...
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Cruise Tips from AAA Travel experts AAA Travel cruise experts say cruising remains a popular choice for North American vacationers.?More than 16 million cruise passengers sailed the world’s waterways last year, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), and a passenger total in excess of 17 million is forecast for 2012. While...
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Last week Ned Levi looked at the maritime regulations which are in force for cruise ships and recommended changes, in light of the Costa Concordia tragedy. This week Ned offers safety tips for cruisers, so they are prepared in case an emergency occurs to help them ensure their safety, along with family...
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Filed under: Business , Europe , Italy , United States , Transportation , Cruises , Travel Security The cruise line that owns Costa Concordia is trying to move forward, past recovery and initial assistance efforts to make an offer to non-injured passengers. Still without conclusive forensic reasons or blame placed for the tragic...
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A wild camping trip in the Lake District is designed to take you out of your comfort zone – and with unpredictable weather and testing terrain, it certainly delivers I'm bursting. Crossing my legs. Trying not to picture rivers or waterfalls. I'll do anything to ...
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An EV Car Charging Station at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront. (Courtesy Marriott ) It's been a rough half–decade for the travel industry, and to compete for ever–scarcer tourism dollars, service providers have been forced to come up with new ways to attract...
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TweetAs a cruise consultant who helps families choose the cruise of their dreams, I have had some questions of late about cruise ship safety. Current and prospective clients have been asking me “Are cruise ships safe for children?” With the image of Costa Concordia still fresh in their minds, I fully ...
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