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Here are some of our favorite Travel Blogs:

Everyday we see blogs, articles or news tidbits that we find interesting. Well we want to share them with you, our clients!  
We love reading and following these blogs as the travel world is adapting and changing 24/7. We want to keep you guys
informed and updated with all the travel news that we see everyday, so we decided to keep track of our favorite blogs here 
on our website.  Check them out below:

What to Expect on a Cruise: Cruise Rooms for Families
          Published by Cruise Critic 
            This is a very informative article for first-time family cruisers.
            It answers popular questions like, "Can I fit my entire family in one stateroom" "Are family staterooms more expensive               than booking two rooms?"

Travel Agents account for about one-third of the travel industry's revenue. Seriously, in 2014. Who knew?!
         Published July 16th, 2015 by Matt Meltzer

Greece-Go NOW while it's cheap!
        Published July 8th, 2015 by Melanie Lieberman
          Greece and the world are anticipating the return of the pre-euro Drachma therefore praying for agreeable exchange rates.  Travel to Greece has always been a huge travel staple, but now it could climb even higher.  We don't know yet what the Drachma will be worth yet, but we are already seeing a huge spike in flight searches to Greece and Santorini.

How to Buy Good Travel Insurance-Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
         Published January 22nd, 2015 by Nomadic Matt
         Travel Insurance is a necessity! This article does a good job explaining why it is so important when you travel. It also explains what to look for          when purchasing insurance and what you need and don't need.  We rarely let our clients walk out the door without buying some form of                  insurance.  We see first hand examples of what some of our unlucky clients go through if something happens to them during travel without              having insurance. Buy the insurance. You could be facing $50,000 EASY to med-flight you out, if there was an emergency. Which would you          rather pay? $150.00 OR $50,000?!

While a lot of people think “I’m healthy, I don’t need travel insurance. I won’t get sick,”travel insurance is much than just medical protection. It covers you when your camera breaks, your flight is cancelled, a family member dies and you have to come home, or if something is stolen. It is the single most important thing you should get but hope to never have to use. And for the little money it costs a day, you’re foolish not to get it. I never planned on falling in the sea in Italy with my camera or popping my ear drum in Thailand and if it wasn’t for my travel insurance, I would have been out a lot of money.

Budget Friendly New York City-Affordable New York City: 32 free and low-cost tips                                      4/15/15
        Published April 13th, 2015 by Janice
        Visiting NYC on a budget can be hard to do, so we found a great article on 32 FREE and low cost tips that will save those budget friendly                 travelers alot of time, research, and stress! She has saving tips for concert tickets, food, museums, transportation, hotels, etc. Pretty                       amazing!
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Travel Quote of the Week: Don’t Be Scared-Sole Traveler                                                                            4/13/15
        Published April 7, 2015
        Our Travel ‪#‎Quote‬ of the week from Solo Travel Society's blog, comes from American singer-songwriter, John Mayer and his song, Age of Worry.
 "It is perfect in its simplicity, encouraging us both to not be afraid to go it alone and to not be afraid to enjoy it." 
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52 Places to go in 2015-NYTimes.com                                                                                                               4/3/15
        Published Jan. 9, 2015
        This is a great article. There are several U.S. cities in it as while as some really remote areas of the world. Enjoy the pictures!
"Untrammeled oases beckon, once-avoided destinations become must-sees and familiar cities offer new reasons to visit."
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Vineyards in Canton Valais. Credit Jean Revillard

6 Undeveloped Islands to Visit-Matador Network                                                                                                                        4/1/15
      I have only heard of one of these islands, but the other 5 were new to me! Has anybody 
      traveled to Bohol, Philippines? 
Phi Phi is still beautiful, “a discovered paradise still worth checking out” as Matador founder Ross Borden puts it, but for those who knew the island before the crowds arrived, Phi Phi is a tragic example of Paradise Lost.
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Photo: An diabhal glas

Fear, Risk and Travel-EverythingEverywhere                                                                                                  3/31/15
Published on 03/31/2015
     Gary Arndt explains in his blog, "Fear, Risk and Travel" why people shouldn't be afraid to travel.  He gives several ways that the media distorts our travel fears and what to do to better prepare and educate yourself before your big adventure. Check it out!
‪#‎travelfears‬ ‪#‎travelstatistics‬ ‪#‎destinations‬
"Most of the fears people have are unwarranted. Educate yourself, look at things in perspective and stop watching cable news and you’ll will be more confident going on your next trip." 
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Photo: Tauck Tours

The Most Dangerous Trips in the World-Conde Nast Traveler
     Published on Sept. 2, 2014
     This article, written by Caitlin Morton are for those thrill-seeking, adventurous and brave travelers that don't mind risking their lives for a scare.             We hope they invest in some good travel insurance!
"From bungee jumping into volcanoes, to swimming with millions of jellyfish, these activities should be on every daredevil's bucket list."
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Photo: Conde Nast Traveler

The Sneaky Hotel Fee You Should Always Check For-Conde Nast Traveler                                                 4/1/15
       Published 4/1/15 by Eric Jordan
       Most hotels in major tourist destinations will have some sort of mandatory hidden fee, that is quietly added to your bill at check-out.
       We try to find hotels/resorts for our clients that don't add these ridiculous fees. And if we have to book them in a resort with a fee, 
      we will always let our clients know ahead of time! Just another reason to book with a travel agent. Read his blog to learn more about
     what the standard hotel fee runs and what it includes.
"So for now, at least until Benjamin Brin's class action works its way through the courts, put on your reading glasses for some eight point font. And if a hotel refers to a resort fee, unless it's clear that it's optional, assume it's mandatory."
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