On April 17, 2012, 49-year old Colorado Rockies pitcher Jamie Moyer became the oldest pitcher to ever win a Major League baseball game. How old is 49? As the Denver Post pointed out: “In the classic movie ‘The Natural’, and in the not-quite-as-classic ‘The Rookie,’ heroes Roy Hobbs and Jimmy Morris are over-the-hill ballplayers who [ Read More ]
According to the latest, Hotel Price Index (HPI), released by hotels.com, prices paid per room, per night in Europe in 2011 mirror prices paid in 2004 when the HPI was first launched. Consistent demand for Western European hotspots and rising Eastern European tourist destinations, coupled with inflation contributed to a 2 percent increase in prices [ Read More ]
TripAdvisor announced the results of its eco-friendly travel survey of more than 700 U.S. travelers. The green travel trend is gaining momentum among TripAdvisor members, as 71 percent said they plan to make more eco-friendly choices in the next 12 months compared to 65 percent that did so in the past 12 months. Going Green: [ Read More ]
Apple Vacations is recognizing several environmentally friendly hotels & resorts in Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii and Costa Rica in honor of Earth Day on Sun. April 22. Apple Vacations’ Go Green hotel partners have implemented a variety of eco-conscious initiatives in the day-to-day operations of their resorts. For example, Sandos Caracol Eco-Resort and Spa in [ Read More ]
Tenerife holidays are known for their incredible nightlife however the island also boasts many features for families and couples. We have compiled a few of the best spots, no matter what you wish for from your trip abroad. For a Good Night Out Linekers, Starco Centre, Playa de Las Americas This is an ideal venue [ Read More ]
Sightseeing, shopping and spas are common temptations when planning a luxurious vacation, however, luxury and affordability don’t often go hand-in-hand. This spring, hotels.com is helping Canadians satisfy their travel cravings and make their extravagant travel dreams a reality. Based on the findings from the latest Hotel Price Index (HPI), the experts at hotels.com have put [ Read More ]
Large numbers of vacation loyalists are still traveling despite rising fuel costs, according to a recent AAA travel agent survey and travel sales data. AAA Travel’s lists of top summer vacation destinations include choices popular with American families for generations within the United States and around the world. Many seasoned vacationers are expanding their travel [ Read More ]
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced its 2012 Travelers’ Choiceaward-winning Hotels for Families. This year, 504 top family-friendly properties were recognized in 25 markets around the globe including the U.S., Europe, Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and the South Pacific. Award winners were determined based on the hotels most highly rated by those who traveled with [ Read More ]