The Best Destinations for 2012

Courtesy of Journey Etc.

The pages of the calendar seem just to flew by as we approach the closing of 2011. As we welcome the new year, we list down some of the best possible travel destinations for 2012. Some are consistently popular while some of the cities might raise some brows, but they are all worthy to be explored by curious souls.

The list contain destinations where the sport events provided much push to these cities’popularity but nonetheless some have crawled their way back up getting the respect it deserves. Whatever other people think, the list will enthrall you with much excitement and provide fresh, new light and perspective in thinking of re-visiting these places we will share to you. Let’s get started!

Santiago

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Nestled in Chile’s central valley is Santiago, the capital and biggest city of the nation. It sure has a long history like any other nations. But there are very few historical buildings left in the city from Spanish colonial period as earthquake hit Santiago many times already though it stood with buoyancy and still face the world with pride. And it is because of that shaking experience explains the neoclassic style of their buildings.

Cadiz

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Both a city and a port in southwestern of Spain is the capital of the homonymous province, Cadiz. It is the most primeval city in Western Europe that brags of its various extraordinary cathedrals in different architectural designs. This old town of Cadiz depicts the narrow streets surrounded by the sea and city walls. It’s also where the gorgeous beaches of Spain can be found like the most loved La Playa de la Caleta.

In terms of entertainment the Carnival of Cadiz is among the most popular carnivals in the world. Carnival activities are happening throughout the year.  What’s more Cadiz has the most humorous citizens in Spain.

Stockholm

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Located in Sweden’s south central east coast, Stockholm is the largest and the most populated urban area of Scandinavia. Apart from the national cultural institutions that can be found in Stockholm, it’s also where you will see hundred museums that are visited by people from around the world. While commercial galleries and art centers that are home to Stockholm’s vibrant art scene gained international recognition, it is also the cleanest capital in the world and for that they were awarded with the European Green Capital Award in 2010.

Guimaraes

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In the north of Portugal lies the city of Guimaraes, which regarded as ‘the cradle city’ or the ‘birthplace of Portuguese nationality’. It is situated in a valley and surrounded with hills. While it is an average city in terms of size it has a flourishing cultural life. Guimaraes is known for its important cultural space called Vila Flor Cultural Center along with several museums, art galleries, cultural associations and famous festivities.

Hong Kong

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The city-state located south coast of China and surrounded with Peal River Delta and South China Sea, Hong Kong is famous with its gaping natural harbor and sweeping skyline. Most of the time, Hong Kong is described as where ‘East meets west’ that implies the combination of Chinese culture and the British colony’s influences. It balances the modern way of living and the traditional Chinese culture.

Hong Kong also identifies itself as an ‘entertainment hub’ offering huge recreational and competitive sports opportunities regardless of its limited land area. And because of not having too much space, it has more buildings higher than any other cities. This city is truly becoming the center of modern architecture.

London

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Situated on the Thames River is London the capital city of UK. It will be the hottest venue in 2012, so to speak, when the summer games come to town. The whole capital will undergo a massive makeover. The East side will get much of the facelift where most of the action will take place.

Parts of the capital will also share the limelight where visitors are expected to tour and thus, the proverbial red carpet will be rolled out to welcome the visitors. Be in awe once again as you see the Bascules of the Tower Bridge go up as commuter ships ferry passengers thru the glorious structures. This would be much preferred rather than riding the trains during the rush hour. There will be no strangers here when the games start and no matter what team you’re rooting for, it will be one of the happiest, albeit competitive, place this coming 2012.

Orlando

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In the central region of Florida you will find the city of Orlando, which is famous because of Walt Disney World Resort.  Now it has more entertainment attractions and theme parks than anywhere else in the world. It is also one of America’s busiest cities for conventions and conferences. It is also regarded as the ‘Hollywood East’ because there are a lot of movie studios surrounding the area. Different music such as hip hop, metal, rock music and Latino are all present and active within the entire city.

Darwin

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Capital of Northern Australia is the city of Darwin, which is the smallest of Australian capital cities. It has wide beautiful beaches and fishing is among the recreations of the locals there. Tourists from across the globe visit Darwin with the hopes of catching the priced iconic fish in the region, which is the barramundi.

Muscat

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Located in the northeast Oman is its capital city Muscat. The government of Oman is doing all it can to attract more tourists and international visitors to its numerous museums and resorts.  The focus right now is Muscat with lined up cultural events, aquatic activities, and luxury accommodation that will take center stage of the activity.

Qurum will also share the spot light where Old Town Bazaars and exciting water sports will keep guests wanting for more. Such attractions are found along the coastline of Qurum. Muscatis cannot wait to see new visitors, especially those who will come to the city for the first time.

Bangalore

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The southeast of the Indian state Karnataka lays Bangalore, which is also called Bengaluru. It’s a growing metropolis and the third most populous city in India that houses many of the famous colleges and research institutions in India.  Bangalore is likewise known for its greenery and a lot of public parks such as Lal Bagh that it is called as the garden City of India. There are also various cuisines that reflect both the economic and social diversity of Bangalore. It has huge selections of restaurants that Bangaloreans make it a natural part of their culture to eat out.

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Seven National Parks you never heard of....

On November 7, Great Falls in Paterson, New Jersey, became the latest addition to the national park family. After a long fight by Paterson residents and officials to have the 77-foot waterfall recognized, their dreams were fulfilled -- partially -- by Monday's agreement. There remain years of work to mold Great Falls around National Park Service standards, but the will, and the funds, can now be brought fully to bear on the project.

When Ulysses S. Grant declared Yellowstone the country's first national park in 1872, early conservationists could have only dreamed of the vast network of protected areas that grace America's states and territories today. Less than 140 years after Yellowstone's induction, the National Park Service now operates 397 parks and monuments.
Great Falls might be years away from completion, but visitors have 396 other options to explore in the meantime. And there's no better time for a park jaunt than this Veterans Day weekend, when over 100 national parks will waive their entrance fees. From November 11-13, explorers can enjoy the beauty and history of national parks from Florida to Hawaii at no charge. (Many other national parks are free throughout the year.)

No doubt many visitors will take advantage of this largesse to visit Yellowstone, the Everglades and other crown jewels of the Park Service, but there are worlds of wonder beyond the well-trodden path. Why not take a chance on one of the Park Service's more unusual and lesser-visited locales? Check out the following:

Dry Tortugas, Florida. Hot and remote, the Dry Tortugas are one of the Park Service's most inaccessible destinations. One thing they aren't is dry; the seven islands lying seventy miles west of Key West received their name from their lack of terrestrial fresh water (and an abundance of turtles), but tropical storms inundate the little archipelago with some regularity. Visitors must take a ferry or seaplane to the park, but the reward is worth it: renowned for its marine life and snorkeling, the Dry Tortugas offer clean beaches and clear water, as well as an historic American fortress to explore. Best of all, you probably won't have to share it with many other people.

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, Philadelphia. The Park Service isn't exactly modest in its holdings: from the Grand Canyon, to California's Sequoia National Park, to Wrangell--St. Elias in Alaska (the reigning champ at over eight million acres), it has its share of massive parks. But these spaces contain enough to fill a lifetime, so they might not be the best choice for a weekend trip. If you're not up for getting lost in a vast wilderness, why not go to the opposite extreme and visit the smallest destination in the NPS? Commemorating the life of an American Revolutionary hero, this National Memorial includes exhibits and artifacts from Kosciuszko's military career in the new country he helped to liberate. Housed within Kosciuszko's small Philadelphia home and measuring in at only .02 acres, the memorial is perfect for a quick historical tour.

Aniakchak, Alaska. Only serious adventurers need apply for an expedition to Aniakchak, a swath of land in southwest Alaska encompassing the volcano that gives the park its name. Extreme weather, a rugged, remote landscape and various other inconveniences -- like bears -- have earned Aniakchak its place as the very bottom rung of the NPS popularity ladder, but the natural riches of wild Alaska are a pot of gold for the few willing to seek out the end of this rainbow. Sure, by the Park Service's own estimates only a few dozen people make it out to Aniakchak each year, but what an unforgettable experience those determined few must have.

African Burial Ground, New York. From frontier Alaska to the glittering streets of New York, the National Park Service spans all environs. On the opposite end of the spectrum from Aniakchak is the African Burial Ground, located in Lower Manhattan. The monument preserves the remains of several hundred free and enslaved Africans buried in the 17th and 18th centuries. The burial ground was forgotten and built over in subsequent centuries, only to resurface in 1991 as a result of construction excavations. A monument and visitor center now honor the memories of the interred. (The African Burial Ground does not charge admission, but will be closed on Veterans Day.)

Nicodemus National Historic Site, Kansas. Billed by the Park Service as "the oldest and only remaining all Black Town west of the Mississippi," Nicodemus was an important outpost for African Americans moving westward after the Civil War. The historical site in Kansas is comprised of several historic buildings within the still--living community of modern Nicodemus. The town also hosts historical festivals at points throughout the year.

Hamilton Grange, New York. Many of the Park Service's most popular monuments are dedicated to familiar figures of American history. Abraham Lincoln's three memorials alone attracted over six million visitors in 2010 -- a far cry from the New York City home of Alexander Hamilton, which received only around fifteen thousand visitors a year before closing for renovations in 2006. Hamilton Grange was reopened in September and is now accepting visitors -- and at no charge. If Hamilton holds no interest for you, try another of the lesser-visited memorials dedicated to important Americans: the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site in Brookline, Massachusetts, celebrates the life of the renowned landscape architect; the Flat Rock, North Carolina Carl Sandburg Home remembers the storied career of the quintessentially American poet; and in Washington D.C., the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House stands in remembrance of the early, determined civil rights activist and educator.

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America's 10 worst airports

By Christine Sarkis

Individual airlines take a lot of the heat when it comes to flight delays, but the airports you fly into, out of, and connect through also have a significant impact on the likelihood you'll get to your destination on time.

Travel + Leisure profiled the most recent best and worst airports for flight delays in a photo gallery. Of note is that even at Seattle's Sea-Tac Airport, this year's best airport for on-time performance, 13.1 percent of flights were delayed. Still, that's better than the worst airport for delays, Chicago Midway, which weighed in with nearly 30 percent of its flights delayed.

The gallery also helpfully outlines the best and worst times of day to fly out of each airport. The theme that emerges reinforces the rule of thumb that flying early is better. Really early in some cases—at Chicago O'Hare, the best time to fly on time is before 7 a.m.

In a number of cases, cities have airports on both the worst and the best list. For instance, Washington, D.C.'s BWI airport is the second worst airport for delays in the country, but Dulles International and Reagan International were both in the top five best for on-time performance.

For full details, check out the story, but here's a snapshot of the airports that made the best and worst lists for flight delays.

Ten Worst Airports for Delays

1. Chicago Midway Airport
2. Baltimore/Washington International Airport
3. San Francisco International Airport
4. Las Vegas McCarran International Airport
5. John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York City
6. Newark Liberty International Airport
7. Chicago O'Hare
8. Miami International Airport
9. Denver International Airport
10. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Ten Best Airports for Delays

1. Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle
2. Portland International Airport
3. Reagan National Airport, Washington, D.C.
4. Salt Lake City International Airport
5. Dulles international Airport, Washington, D.C.
6. Tampa International Airport
7. George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston
8. LaGuardia Airport, New York City
9. Charlotte Douglas International Airport
10. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

If your home airport—or an airport you fly out of regularly—is on the worst list, you might identify with the sentiment of frequent flyer quoted in the article:

"'If I came home via a connecting flight thorough Anchorage,' says the Dallas area native, 'and had to rent a husky team and race the Iditarod to get to my connecting flight, and when I got there they taped me up in a box and sent me to DFW via FedEx—that would all be better than having to go through Miami Airport.'"

Have you had a long wait at one of the most delay-prone airports?

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The New Boeing 787..Built to change the game!

Boeing's new 787 finally carried its first passengers, and the aviation industry has called the 787 a "game changer" aircraft. In many ways it is. It's the first big jet to be built substantially out of composites rather than aluminum. It uses the latest, most fuel-efficient engines, featuring less noise and fewer emissions than current engines. Although smaller than the 777, the 787 has (or will have) an extremely long range. And Boeing claims some important innovations in passenger comfort.

But what part of the "game" changes for you as a passenger? Presumably, the most important gain will be in the airlines' ability to fly economically on routes that will allow you to bypass major hubs and avoid connections—routes with less direct traffic than airlines can efficiently serve with the larger 747s, 777s, A340s, and A380s they now use for long-haul flights. The 787 is about the same sized as a 767, but it can fly much farther—and at much lower cost per passenger. That means nonstop services from second-level U.S. cities to major worldwide hubs, and from large U.S. cities to second-level cities in Europe and Asia. Typical routes might include Boston-Zurich, Portland-London, and Kansas City-Tokyo. Clearly, the ability to avoid one or even two connections on a long international flight could be a major advantage, shaving two to five hours off the best connecting schedules.

Boeing also claims some advantages in the cabin environment: The 787 is pressurized to a lower altitude (6,000 feet) than most other jets, so you won't have so much ear-popping. It will provide higher-humidity cabin air, which means less dry skin and fewer nasal problems. Windows are larger than on current jets, and dimming will be electronic rather than fabric shades. And Boeing makes extravagant claims about how its LED lighting system will be able to adjust to your mood—raising the question about just what sort of lighting is appropriate for a delayed flight.

As to the seating, that depends on how each individual airline decides to outfit its planes. ANA, the first airline to take delivery and fly the 787, has arranged economy seating at eight-across, in a 2-4-2 arrangement, similar to the way most airlines configure their A330/340s. Because the 787 cabin is 15 inches wider than those Airbus models, its economy seats should be roomier—and much better than you find on 747s. Some lines, however, will install seats at nine-across, which will be as narrow and undersized as current 737 and 747 seats and far too tight to accommodate American men comfortably.

Where will you be able to fly 787s? The 787s combination of size and range means you'll see it mainly on international routes, at least at the beginning. In fact, Boeing dropped an early design it had once offered for short-haul service. Currently, Boeing has just under 800 orders for the 787, mostly from overseas or from leasing companies. The deliveries scheduled for this year are to ANA (already flying) and JAL; North American airlines to order the 787 are Air Canada, Continental/United, and Delta, but none of these lines will take delivery until next year at the earliest.

If you've followed the industry reports at all, you know that the 787 is several years behind schedule. Also, the first models are a bit overweight, meaning Boeing still has some design tweaking to do. As a result, Boeing has lost much of the initial advantage it enjoyed over the rival A350, which also uses some of the same technology as the 787. The competitive battle will be fierce for years.

Will the 787s 20 percent reduction in operating cost translate to lower fares? Probably not, at least none that you might identify. But the lower costs should help avoid fare increases that will almost surely be the norm for several years.

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Norwegian Gem Rescues Five from Sailboat in North Atlantic

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Gem rescued five people from a sinking sailboat in the North Atlantic Ocean on Oct. 29. The cruise ship responded to a call from the U.S. Coast Guard, which had received a distress notification from Sanctuary, a 39-foot sailboat, stating that it had large breaking waves over the bow, had lost power and its life raft, and was taking on water. Sanctuary was located approximately 350 nautical miles from New York in the North Atlantic, two hours away from Norwegian Gem, the closest vessel in the area. Norwegian Gem Capt. Hakan Svedung immediately diverted course to rescue the four men and one woman aboard.

Upon reaching the Sanctuary, Norwegian Gem encountered extreme weather conditions with wind force up to 40 knots and large swells, making it challenging to launch the ship’s rescue boat. Once in the water, the rescue boat made contact with the sailboat and quickly transferred the five occupants, who are Canadians.

At approximately 2 p.m., the sailboat passengers and rescue team were all safely aboard Norwegian Gem. The ship, which was returning from Bermuda, continued on its route back to New York. “This rescue operation was conducted under extremely difficult circumstances,” Svedung said. “I am proud of our crew who braved their lives to rescue the five people in distress

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Snow in October

When winter's white mixes with autumn's orange and gold, nature gets ugly.

A freak October nor'easter knocked out power to more than 3 million homes and businesses across the Northeast on Sunday in large part because leaves still on the trees caught more snow, overloading branches that snapped and wreaked havoc. Close to 2 feet of snow fell in some areas over the weekend, and it was particularly wet and heavy, making the storm even more damaging.

"You just have absolute tree carnage with this heavy snow just straining the branches," said National Weather Service spokesman Chris Vaccaro.

From Maryland to Maine, officials said it would take days to restore electricity, even though the snow ended Sunday.

The storm smashed record snowfall totals for October and worsened as it moved north. Communities in western Massachusetts were among the hardest hit. Snowfall totals topped 27 inches in Plainfield, and nearby Windsor had gotten 26 inches by early Sunday.

It was blamed for at least 11 deaths, and states of emergency were declared in New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and parts of New York.

Roads, rails and airline flights were knocked out, and passengers on a JetBlue flight were stuck on a plane in Hartford, Conn., for more than seven hours. And while children across the region were thrilled to see snow so early, it also complicated many of their Halloween plans.

Sharon Martovich of Southbury, Conn., said she hoped the power will come back on in time for her husband's Halloween tradition of playing "Young Frankenstein" on a giant screen in front of their house. But no matter what, she said, they will make sure the eight or so children who live in the neighborhood don't miss out on trick-or-treating.

"Either way we will get the giant flashlights and we will go," she said.

More than 800,000 power customers were without electricity in Connecticut alone — shattering the record set just two months ago by Hurricane Irene. Massachusetts had more than 600,000 outages, and so did New Jersey — including Gov. Chris Christie's house. Parts of Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, New York, Maine, Maryland and Vermont also were without power.

"It's going to be a more difficult situation than we experienced in Irene," Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said. "We are expecting extensive and long-term power outages."

Thirty-two shelters were open around the state, and Malloy asked volunteer fire departments to allow people in for warmth and showers. At least four hospitals were relying on generators for power.

Around Newtown in western Connecticut, trees were so laden with snow on some back roads that the branches touched the street. Every few minutes, a snap filled the air as one broke and tumbled down. Roads that were plowed became impassible because the trees were falling so fast.

One of the few businesses open in the area was a Big Y grocery store that had a generator. Customers loaded up on supplies, heard news updates over the intercom, charged up their cell phones, and waited for a suddenly hard-to-get cup of coffee — in a line that was 30 people deep and growing.

Many of the areas hit by the storm had also been hit by Irene. In New Jersey's Hamilton Township, Tom Jacobsen also recalled heavy spring flooding and a particularly heavy winter before that.

"I'm starting to think we really ticked off Mother Nature somehow, because we've been getting spanked by her for about a year now," he said while grabbing some coffee at a convenience store.

It wasn't just the trees that weren't ready for a wintry wallop.

Kerry McNiven said she was "totally unprepared" for the storm that knocked out her water and power and sent tree limbs crashing into her Simsbury, Conn., home. She was buying disposable plates and cups in a darkened supermarket, a setting that she said resembled "one of those post-apocalyptic TV shows."

"They didn't hype this one as much" as Irene, she said. "I didn't think it was going to be as bad."

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The Best restaurants in Las Vegas

By Randy Colt

There was a time when Las Vegas was not known for good food. Then during the early 90′s the priorities of developers shifted as casinos and hotels as great flavors introduced by chef Wolfgang Puck developed the palates of holidaymakers. Today, you can no longer keep up with the count as restaurants pop up providing a myriad of choices and flavors for foodlovers.

Here are some of the best Las Vegas restaurants today where you do not gamble your money on mediocre cuisines and always end up raking in good reasons to come back :

DW Bistro

You cannot find this Sin City restaurant along the strip but DW Bistro along S. Fort Apache Road in Pine Plaza is among the best eateries in Las Vegas.

DW Bistro opened back in 2010 and has since been a tickling taste buds in Las Vegas. They serve Jamaican fused with New Mexican. They are lunch and dinner on regular days, and also brunches during weekends. Anything with curry and their baked and grilled meats are worth it of whatever goes out of your wallet.

You can find and contact them at 6115 S FORT APACHE RD PINE PLAZA, LAS VEGAS, NV 89148; Telephone number(702) 527-5200.

Bacio

A few hops from the Vegas strip is Bacio by Carla Pellegrino which serves authentic Italian cuisines. The chef guarantees that only the freshest and best ingredients are used to prepare their salads, pastas, and other dishes.

The motto for the preparation of food is simplicity and just letting the natural flavors of the food take over the dish. Some favorites include the crispi calamari, classic pasta, and they also serve excellent seasonal risotto. Bacio also has a very good list of wines which help bring out the best flavors of their dishes.

You can find and contact them at 3801 LAS VEGAS BLVD S LAS VEGAS, NV 89109; Telephone number (702) 739-2222.

China Poblano

Do not be misled by the name. This is not a fusion place but the chef wants his diners to experience the connection between the Chinese flavors and Mexican food. Both cultures are well represented on their menu. The flavors will truly take you back back in time when the galleons of Spiain carried peppers to China and spices and fruits from the Far East reach Mexico.

You can find and contact them at 3708 LAS VEGAS BLVD S LAS VEGAS, NV 89109; Telephone number(702) 651-2432.

Forte

Forte is a tapas bar and bistro which lets you enjoy some home cooking European style. The spotlight are on the regional specialties from countries like Spain, Russia, Romania, and Bulgaria among others. The tapas are definitely a cultural delight plus you will not run out of choices of good vodkas.

You will not run out of choices from their long menu. Try their Chorizo mac and cheese; jamon serrano served on fresh tomatoes; Selyodka which is herring with dill,onions, and potatoes; beef stroganoff on rice or potatoes; Kashkaval Pane which is yellow cheese from Bulgaria which is breaded then fried; or how about octopus in olive oil? Ah, the list goes on and on.

You can find and contact them at 4180 S RAINBOW BLVD SPRING VALLEY TOWN CENTER, LAS VEGAS, NV 89103; Telephone number (702) 220-3876

Bratalian Neopolitan Cantina

This restaurant will make you feel that you have warped in the heart of Naples as they serve you the best Italian dishes. The tag team of chef that runs this restaurant are sisters and they have put this up in honor of the cantinas in Naples. They say that they only use the best ingredients as you will notice the difference in quality and flavor when you use inferior quality of pasta, tomatoes, or cheese, or any other ingredients. When you see their menu, they pretty much serve everything that you have in the Italian pasta vocabulary.

You can find and contact them at 10740 S EASTERN AVE HENDERSON, NV 89052; Telephone number(702) 454-0104.

D.O.C.G. Enoteca

D.O.C.G. Is the wine bar to be when you are in Las Vegas. The acronym actually stands for Dnominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita which refers to the best Italian wine origin. Aside from the excellent wine collection, D.O.C.G. Also serves pasta, pizza, chops, and steaks. The ambiance is also very rustic with touch of bricks and woods.

You can find and contact them at 3708 S LAS VEGAS BLVD LAS VEGAS, NV 89109; Telephone number (702) 698-7000.

Bar + Bistro

If you are tired of the restaurants in hotels and casinos then head out to Charleston Boulevard and check out Bar+Bistro at the Arts Factory. The chef serves food with influences from Spain, France, Italy, and even Israel, Morocco, Lebanon, and Egypt. The food is beautiful, hearty, and assures a good burp after. You will not mind the sauce that might have stained your shirt a bit.

You can find and contact them at 107 E CHARLESTON BLVD LAS VEGAS, NV 89104; Telephone number(702) 202-6060.

Estiatorio Milos

This restaurant is under the brand of Milos which has restaurants in Athens, New York, Montreal, and soon in South Beach. If you want the best seafood, go here. It is considered as among the top Greek restaurants in North America.

Enjoy great the flavors of Greece while also enjoying the skyline of Las Vegas from the terrace of the restaurant. The ingredients are sourced from different corners of the globe and they are prepared in the subtlest yet most flavorful way possible.

You can find and contact them at 3708 S LAS VEGAS BLVD LAS VEGAS, NV 89109; Telephone number(702) 698-7000.

Soyo Korean Barstaurant

Craving for dumplings, rice cakes, or chicken wings? If these are your choices, head to the casual dining and drinking spot called Soyo Korean Barstaurant. The disco music can get pretty loud here though.

You can find and contact them at 7775 S RAINBOW BLVD LAS VEGAS, NV 89113.

Patisserie Manon

This bakery and bistro is where you can get the best French baked goodies like macarons, croissants, and napoleons in Las Vegas. This is a family business, Manon being the name of the daughter of pastry chef Rachel and bakery chef Jean-Paul.

You can find and contact them at 8751 W CHARLESTON BLVD LAS VEGAS, NV 89117; Telephone number (702) 586-2666.

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Airlines Gear Up for Cuba Flights

By Christine Sarkis

This January, the White House announced new rules that loosened the Cuba travel ban to allow more academic, cultural, and religious exchanges. Under the new rules, institutions of higher learning and religious organizations can sponsor travel to Cuba, and U.S. airports can apply to provide services to licensed charters.

Since then, travel companies such as Insight Cuba, Friendly Planet Cuba, and National Geographic Expeditions have acquired licenses to operate guided trips to Cuba. Trips have a strong cultural focus and are, at least for now, still relatively pricey. But for the first time in a long time, Cuba is a legal option for curious American travelers.

That's the backdrop for major U.S. airlines expanding charter service to the island. According to a Wall Street Journal article cited in USA Today, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United-Continental will be operating about 25 weekly charter flights to Cuba by the end of the year. Charter companies estimate "about 400,000 Americans will fly to Cuba this year vs. 250,000 last year." Presumably, as more tour operators gain licenses to offer Cuba trips in 2012 and beyond, that number will continue its sharp rise.

And as demand rises, airlines and tour providers aren't the only ones looking to get in on the action. Airports in cities including New Orleans and Key West are seeking approval to offer flights to and from Cuba, so they'll be ready when airlines come looking for more departure cities from which to offer service.

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Hurricane Rina Forces Changes to Cruise Itineraries

By Theresa Norton Masek

As Hurricane Rina continues to strengthen and a hurricane warning was issued for part of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Carnival Cruise Line changed itineraries for eight ships and Celebrity Cruises changed the itinerary for Celebrity Millennium. On the morning of Oct. 25, the storm was about 305 miles southeast of Tulum, Mexico with sustained winds of 105 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Instead of calling at Grand Cayman on Oct. 25 and spending Oct. 26 at sea, Celebrity Millennium will spend today at sea and call on Nassau tomorrow.

Carnival Freedom, which departed Fort Lauderdale on Oct. 22, will visit Montego Bay on Oct. 26 and Grand Turk on Oct. 28 instead of Limon, Costa Rica, and Colon, Panama. Carnival Inspiration, which departed Tampa on Oct. 22, visited Cozumel on Oct. 24 and Progreso on Oct. 25 instead of Grand Cayman and Cozumel. Carnival Destiny, which departed Miami on Oct. 22, was at sea today instead of calling at Grand Cayman and will visit Nassau on Oct. 26 instead of spending the day at sea. Carnival Liberty, which departed Miami on Oct. 22, will visit Ocho Rios instead of Grand Cayman on Oct. 26 and Grand Turk on Oct. 27 instead of Ocho Rios.

Carnival Legend, which departed Tampa on Oct. 23, switched the order of its ports of call and will call at Cozumel on Oct. 25 and Belize on Oct. 26. It also will call at Progreso on Oct. 27 instead of Roatan and will skip the Oct. 28 call at Grand Cayman. Carnival Valor, which left Miami on Oct. 23, will skip Belize on Oct. 26 and spend the day at sea and will call at Grand Cayman on Oct. 27 instead of a sea day. Carnival Triumph, which departed Galveston on Oct. 24, will visit Cozumel on Oct. 26 and Progreso on Oct. 27. Carnival Imagination, which departed from Miami on Oct. 24, will skip Cozumel Oct. 26 and spend the day at sea and will visit Nassau on Oct. 27 instead of a day at sea.

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AquaDuck is a thrilling "water coaster," whose entrance is on Deck 12, Aft aboard the Disney Dream. In a cruise industry first, Guests are propelled at high speeds from Deck 12, Aft through an acrylic tube on a breathtaking journey up, down, around and off the side of the ship, through the Forward Funnel and—following a mammoth drop—into a lazy river.

Developed by Disney Imagineers, this elevated water coaster—the first of its kind at sea—travels 765 feet and features exciting twists, turns and plunges. It was designed for adults and children at least 42" or taller. Single riders must be at least 54" or taller. Children under 7 must ride with someone 14 years of age or older, provided the child is at least 42" tall.

AquaDuck affords breathtaking views of the ocean and ship below—that is, if you're brave enough to keep your eyes open during this exciting ride! It also offers a bird's-eye view of the exciting new pools available to family, kids and adults on the Disney Dream.

Operating hours are likely to vary, so once you're onboard check the Personal Navigator—the Disney Cruise Line daily newsletter detailing all there is to see and do—for the most accurate times.

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LegoLand Florida- Now Open!

Kids fish from the Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier while hip adults sun themselves in South Beach, including one who is bright red from too much sun. There are seagulls and crabs, beach bikes and mini-golf, a historic Florida fort, Miami's Little Havana and the State Capitol in Tallahassee, the Daytona International Speedway, the Kennedy Space Center, and even a mermaid.

Welcome to Florida and the brand-new LEGOLAND Florida, the largest LEGOLAND in the world, Now Open, in Winterhaven (45 minutes west of Orlando and a 45-minute drive east from Tampa) on property that once housed Cypress Gardens. The entire state of Florida made out of LEGO bricks. It's the centerpiece of the park's Miniland USA that took 20 million LEGO bricks to complete.

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Walk down the Las Vegas strip complete with mini wedding chapels and real Vegas sounds, see the Obamas and their dog standing in front of the White House, watch the yellow taxis navigate Times Square or survey San Francisco's famous Golden Gate Bridge—all built from LEGO bricks. Let's not forget what's sure to be the biggest crowd-pleaser: pirates, an entire pirate village (yes, there is a battle going on, complete with some hapless fellows who've already fallen prey to the hangman's noose).

Not only are you and your kids guaranteed to see something new every time you walk through here, but what separates LEGOLAND Florida from others is that throughout the entire 150-acre park you and your kids make things happen at each of the rides and attractions.

"This isn't passive entertainment," promises Bill Vollbrecht, the LEGOLAND Parks designer who walked me through just before opening. "Kids aren't just being entertained here. They are part of the process."

Think racing LEGO brick cars at the Daytona International Speedway, building a LEGO car you can test on a digitally themed track in the Imagination Zone. Toddlers can join the Junior Fire Brigade and extinguish "flames," get up close and personal with DUPLO farm animals and take over a mini town built just for them.

Preschoolers captain their own mini boats and drive cars while entire families compete with one another in fire and police vehicles to put out a "fire" or catch "robbers" at the LEGO City Rescue Academy. There's even an AQUAZONE Wave Racers ride where riders zip in and out of waves while dodging kid-powered water blasters.

Ride through the Safari Trek where a life-sized LEGO lion will roar, an elephant will spray water and a hippo will open his mouth wide.

At LEGOLAND, the beautiful cypress trees and botanical gardens (including the immense and signature banyan tree planted as a seedling in 1939) have been preserved, with some 660 trees replanted and tons of concrete reused. Some of Cypress Garden's attractions have also been repurposed in the new park, including the signature water ski show on Lake Eloise that premieres as the Pirates' Cove water stunt show at Pirates' Cove. Here, guests are invited to become part of the action (think shooting water cannons).

Any parent of a middle-schooler, meanwhile, knows that LEGOS have become cool again, and LEGOLAND Florida won't disappoint that crowd either—not with Imagination Zone that emphasizes creativity. (The entrance includes a LEGO replica of Albert Einstein's head.) Here you'll get the chance to build MINDSTORMS robots, build a theme park ride using gears to alter speed or go on a mission to "save lives" with "Dr. Heartbeat" and other NXT-bots by using a computer, sensors and motors.

In fact, there are seven educational programs incorporating science, technology and math that meet Florida's Next Generation Sunshine State Standards.

Kids might also learn a lesson about eating healthier, too. Great efforts have been made by Executive Chef Robert Sit to provide fresher and more innovative options, many of which come from local producers. Kids will get fruit, milk or water with their meals, salads and stir-fry dishes will be prepared as you watch and there will be rotisserie chicken, yogurt-granola parfaits and even roasted salmon—all for under $10, considerably less for kids. "I think people will be pleasantly surprised," says Chef Sit.

There's also the largest LEGO store in the world, the chance to make a tiny LEGO person who looks like you and even an opportunity to introduce your kids to their first "thrill" ride with four junior coasters, including the Dragon Coaster in the park's LEGO Kingdoms Zone, behind the scenes in the enchanted castle and the Coastersaurus, a wooden coaster that winds its way around a life-sized LEGO brick dinosaur. (Parents and grandparents who visited Cypress Gardens as kids may remember the wooden coaster as the Triple Hurricane.)

"If we make a coaster young kids can't ride, we've failed," said Vollbrecht, adding the entire park is designed to be completely accessible for those with special challenges.

"The LEGO models here show what's possible to do with LEGO bricks," he says. "Kids will recognize pieces they have at home and start thinking what they could build themselves."

Moms and dads, too.

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New Security Initiative Raises Many Questions

By Ed Perkins

PreCheck is the Transportation Security Agency's name for its pilot trusted traveler program. The basic idea is simple, and has been around a long time: Instead of treating everyone the same, concentrate on the more likely risks and go easy on the low risks. The government is already doing that for some travelers in some systems; now, TSA says it's ready to tackle airport screening. The idea makes sense and is doable, but TSA is starting out very timidly—too timidly for many of us.

In practice, the system is supposed to work something like this:

• You indicate your interest in joining (or, in the beginning, an airline nominates you).
• You then undergo a rigorous background check akin to a security clearance.
• If accepted, you register some sort of biometric ID—as yet to be determined—that cannot be counterfeited or duplicated.
• You get some sort of ID, most likely a smart card.
• At a participating airport, you use your ID card and possible biometric test to verify your identity, and if (presumably when) you pass the screen, you bypass some or all of the usual security screening procedures.

PreCheck is starting out on a very limited basis. American and Delta, along with TSA, will select a few thousand very frequent flyers to participate in the test. The test will also be available to travelers enrolled in the existing Customs and Border Protection trusted-traveler Global Entry, Nexus, and Sentri programs when they fly on American or Delta. For the pilot study, facilities will be installed at four airports: Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas-Ft. Worth, and Miami. If the test is successful, TSA says it will expand to other airlines as well as airports that participate in the Global Entry program—currently, that's 20 of the largest domestic international arrival airports.

A lot of the details are still unclear, however, and we don't yet have answers to some big questions:

• Just how much of the airport screening process will PreCheck actually bypass? That's obviously the top issue. TSA says, "Eligible passengers may be referred to a lane where they will experience expedited screening. TSA will always incorporate random and unpredictable security measures throughout the airport and no individual will be guaranteed expedited screening." According to some reports, you'll still have to pass through the metal detectors or X-ray machines, and apparently TSA will retain the three-ounce liquid and other carry-on limits.
• Will PreCheck ever be available to ordinary leisure travelers, and if so, when?
• Will PreCheck ever be available at hundreds of smaller airports, and if so, when?
• How will PreCheck integrate with existing programs? Global Entry applies to customs and immigration screening, not security. The existing privately operated Clear Registered Traveler Program, and a few smaller programs previously operated similar security screening programs at 21 airports—including only a few overlaps with Global Entry—are currently on hold.
• What will it cost? TSA hasn't said anything about cost. The Clear program costs $179 per year, and Global Entry charges an application fee of $100.
• How can I apply for PreCheck enrollment? For now, you can't; entry is by invitation only ("Don't call us; we'll call you.")

Presumably at some point, applications will be available. If you don't get an invitation, however, you might be able to get in the back door by registering for Global Entry. At least one premium credit card—AmEx Platinum—is offering to cover the cost of membership for cardholders, and you may see similar promotions from other sources.

All in all, as TSA says, so far PreCheck is in a very early stage of development. Probably, as the agency and travelers develop some experience, it will be available to broader segments of the travel market.

Meanwhile, unless you're a frequent American or Delta flyer through four airports, you shouldn't figure on avoiding the screening hassles anytime soon. At best, you can hope for future relief before you get too old to enjoy it.

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Norwegian Cruise Line’s Breakaway to Homeport in New York City

By Theresa Norton Masek

Norwegian Cruise Line’s new 4,000-passenger Norwegian Breakaway will make New York City its year-round home port starting in May 2013. The Breakaway -- which will be the largest ship ever to homeport in the city -- will replace Norwegian Star and embark on a minimum of 88 cruises from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal through March 31, 2015. The ship will offer cruises to Bermuda.

The move will bring about 140,000 additional embarking passengers into New York City over two years, resulting in an estimated $35 million in additional direct spending. Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Kevin Sheehan made the announcement on Thursday, Oct. 6 in the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Also attending were New York City Economic Development Corporation President Seth W. Pinsky and NYC & Co CEO George Fertitta.

Norwegian also announced that pop icon and artist Peter Max has been commissioned to paint the signature hull artwork for Breakaway. This is the first time Norwegian has asked a well-known artist to paint the hull artwork on one of its ships.

Norwegian Cruise Line was the first cruise line to homeport year-round in New York City beginning in 2003. Since then, the company has brought its newest and largest ships to the Big Apple, with two ships calling in New York City since 2005. In 2013 alone, Norwegian Breakaway is expected to make 34 calls at Manhattan Cruise Terminal (MCT). In addition, Norwegian Gem will continue to call year-round at MCT, with an expected 47 calls, and Norwegian Star will make 15 calls in 2013 before being replaced. In total, Norwegian Cruise Line ships will bring approximately 285,000 embarking passengers into New York City in 2013, generating approximately $70 million in direct spending in the city.

Currently under construction at Meyer Werft in Germany, Norwegian Breakaway will be 144,017 gross tons and is scheduled for delivery in April 2013. Following inaugural events, the ship will sail 22 seven-day cruises from New York to Bermuda beginning May 12 through Oct. 6, 2013. Departing on Sundays, the ship will spend three days in Bermuda, along with three days at sea.

Norwegian Breakaway’s New York-to-Bermuda cruises are scheduled to go on sale to Latitudes members, Norwegian’s frequent guests, on Oct. 14, 2011, and to the public on Oct. 17, 2011. Also, as part of its Partners First commitment, Norwegian will open Norwegian Breakaway’s sailings for group block bookings exclusively for travel partners on Oct. 10, 2011. Travel partners wishing to block a group should call 800-327-7030.

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Hurricane Jova Forces More Cruise Ship Itinerary Changes

Article by Theresa Norton Masek

As Hurricane Jova neared the Mexico coast, a few more cruise ships changed itineraries to avoid the brunt of the storm. Carnival Cruise Lines said the Carnival Splendour, which departed Los Angeles on Oct. 9, will visit La Paz on Oct. 13 instead of Puerto Vallarta.

Holland America Line said Oosterdam’s itinerary has also been revised. The changes apply to both the 11-day cruise that departed Vancouver on Oct. 4 and the seven-day cruise that departed San Diego on Oct. 8. On Oct. 9, a call to Avalon, Catalina Island, was added in place of a day at sea. On Oct. 10, the ship sailed at sea in place of scenic cruising in Bahia Magdalena. On Oct. 11, the ship had a day at sea instead of an overnight port call to Puerto Vallarta, followed by a call to Pichilingue (La Paz) on Oct. 13 in place of the second day in Puerto Vallarta. The remainder of the itinerary is as originally scheduled, with a call to Cabo San Lucas on Oct. 13 and a day at sea Oct. 14.

Disney Cruise Line said the Disney Wonder’s Oct. 9 itinerary replaced a call in Puerto Vallarta on Oct. 12 with Cabo San Lucas on Oct. 11 and Oct. 12, followed by a call in Ensenada on Oct. 15. 

Meanwhile, the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board announced that the destination “is under no immediate threat” as Hurricane Jova touches down on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. The board said the National Hurricane Center expects that the hurricane will touch ground between the border of the states of Jalisco and Colima, 119 miles from the city. Local government officials have taken numerous preventive measures to ensure the safety of its local population and visitors.

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There are a lot of things that you can do for free in San Francisco.

San Francisco is no doubt among the most expensive cities to live in and to visit in the United States but your San Francisco holiday does not have to drain your savings. Budget travel San Francisco is possible and there are a lot of things that you can do for free in San Francisco:

Golden Gate Park

The SF Golden Gate Park is among the best parks in the U.S. It has the same configuration as the Central Park in New York but it is about twenty five percent bigger. You can walk around the park and enjoy its green spaces, have picnic, ride a bike, or visit the museums around the park. It is pretty convenient if you love to checkout the dining scene and nightlife in the city as the districts of Unner Sunset and Haight are just nearby.

Cable Car Museum

The cable car has been an integral part of the San Francisco culture. The cable cars has made life easier for everyone as the natural terrain of the city includes hills and steep streets. The city has an entire museum dedicated to the cable car where you can learn about this mode of transport from its origins, designs, and how it influenced the lifestyle of the city thru the years.

Shakespeare Festival

If you are visiting San Francisco during the summer and you might just be in time to join the Shakespeare Festival which showcases the talents of professional theater artists at different parks around the city. You can enjoy the weekend with your family or friends and enjoy this free show . All you have to bring is a blanket and your picnic basket and have a great time with some classical literature.

Sutro Baths

You will not really be going to a bath when you visit Sutro Baths but what you will see are ruins of a public bath which opened back in 1896. The place went thru a lot of renovation and repackaging until it burned down in the 1960s. The ruins are pretty hallowed and intriguing with maze like structures cypress trees by the cliffs, cave, crashing waves, and a sign post warning you that you may fall off the rocks and die. Just be careful as you explore the place and you will be fine, anyway what you are after here is the great view of the city of San Francisco.

Anchor Brewing

Another free tour that you can do in San Francisco is at the Anchor Brewing which is among the leading breweries in the region. Aside from being a free tour (Which is pretty rare in breweries nowadays), the activity ends with a tasting of freshly brewed Anchor beers. It will be safe to call Anchor way in advance to reserve your slot.

Museums

San Francisco also has a number of museums which you can visit for free. This includes the Museum of Modern Art and the California Academy of Sciences. Museums in San Francisco usually charge something for entrance but they have one day every month which is open to the public. These free days are usually scheduled midweek when the crowds are less.

Fort Point

Fort Point is located on the southern portion of the Golden Gate Bridge. Although the main attraction here will be the bridge, the fort is a good spot to see the skyline of San Francisco. You can explore the area by yourself or join a guided tour for free. Fort Point follows business hours from Thursday thru Monday.

Mime Troupe

The San Francisco Mime Troupe do free performances during the summer. This is not your ordinary street corner mime but really good theatrical performaces which you can see in different pakrs like the Dolores Park, Washington Square Park, and the Glen Park.

San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site

You can find the Maritime National Historic Site just by the Fisherman’s Wharf. Here you can see different types of marine crafts and vessels ranging from schooners, tugboats, and ferries. For a very little fee, you can hop on to the boats and explore. This destination is also perfect for some photos as you have a great view of the downtown, the Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, and the Ghiradelli Square.

Pier 39

You will see the celebrities of Pier 39, the sea lions. The crowd may be a bit thick but just make your way thru the tourists at the Fisherman’s Wharf and you will be able to see the sea lions. You will not miss them on the dock. Just follow the smell carried by the breeze.

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