Posted on April - 04 - 2011
Just where is the UK’s transport policy, asks business travel journalist Stanley Slaughter…
The UK government last week published something called a Scoping Document on developing a sustainable framework for UK aviation.
In his foreword to the document, the transport secretary Philip Hammond said the coalition government since coming to power had begun to make “real progress” straightaway by cancelling the planned third runway at London Heathrow Airport and by “making clear our opposition” to additional runways at Gatwick and Stansted Airports.
He went on to say that the government “makes promoting sustainable aviation one of our five structural reform priorities, with a specific objective to adopt a sustainable framework for aviation in the UK by 2013”.
There are two problems here. First, many bu
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Posted on April - 03 - 2011
Find all the space you need at the Ritz-Carlton South Beach (rooms from $529, suites from $679), whose family-friendly one-bedroom suites and adjoining standard rooms offer a welcome alternative to the cramped quarters found in other Art Deco gems. The Ritz Kids program ($50 for a half-day, $85 for a full day) keeps children ages 5 to 12 busy with swimming, seashell hunting, and jewelry-making, giving parents an opportunity to enjoy Astro Balance massages ($200 for 80 minutes), a fun mash-up of bodywork and astrology, or settle into chaise lounges on the pristine stretch of sand.
Kick back around the iconic pool at the Raleigh (from $320), where local moms take little waders to splash around in the one-foot-deep outer rim.
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Posted on April - 03 - 2011
For the discerning traveller, diver or not, who has money to spend and wants the very best, these six destinations offer an incomparable level of service, style, and of course diving. So dream awhile, and casting all financial concerns aside, enjoy that lottery moment and consider which are the most spoiling and amazing destinations where you can have sensational diving at the same time as staying in even more sensational accommodation. Here are my top picks:
Frégate Island Private, Seychelles
Frégates full title is Frégate Island Private with the emphasis is on the last word; from your own private beach and even private diving. In
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Posted on April - 01 - 2011
Our guide to Rome’s best accommodation, from luxury hotels to budget and self-catering options.
A room in the Villa Spalletti Trivelli, Rome’s most aristocratic luxury hotel <>
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Where to stay
Italy is still the European country with the highest average room rates, though a dip in tourist numbers over the past couple of years means that reductions and special offers abound – so look out for internet reductions and don’t be afraid to haggle. Chec
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Posted on April - 01 - 2011
Spring break can mean taking a road trip or a flight across the nation or even around the world. If you plan on staying here in America for a spring break vacation, look into the fabulous city of Las Vegas, Nevada or Exotic Panama City Beach, Florida. Here is a quick overview of the Best Spring Break Destinations for the East and West coast.
Las Vegas:
It has been scientifically proven that you can have everything you’ve always desired in the city of Las Vegas. A spring break vacation to the small desert city will open your eyes to the city lights and sultry sights of the Las Vegas culture. F
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