Cuba Here I Come !
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Airplanes, Airports, Cuba, General Info, Traveling Tips, Useful Links 101, Vacations on 02 20th, 2010
Cuba here i come at the end of March ! i refused to go during the March break because it is so expensive ! and very crowded too in Cuba - just about anyone i know from my small town is in Cuba suntanning and making a fool of themselves. But did you know that WestJet has a sale on for it’s flight as well as 7 nights for as little as $999 - so I’m taking advantage of it .. and packing my best wrinkle cream for this trip.
read comments (0)Winter Olympics In Vancouver
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Canada, Useful Links 101, Vancouver, Whistler on 02 1st, 2010
The 2010 winter olympics in Vancouver is just round the corner and already i know of some ppl who are on the airplane heading there. But be careful while you travel to support your favorite team or ppl during the Olympics because there are loads of scammers out there trying to get your money. Well, scammers are everywhere they would try and get your money - even if it means selling you tile flooring if they so much think that you need them. But beware of those who offers you accommodation at a special rate or even those selling you game tickets or Olympics souvenirs. Use your common sense and if the deal is too good, you know something is wrong with it.
Service Apartments
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Around The World, General Info, Useful Links 101 on 01 22nd, 2010
Service apartments in Singapore are aplenty - I know so because i hailed from there and also worked in one before joining the hotel industry later. I wouldn’t name which service apartment i worked for but it is one of the most prestigious in town - Orchard area.
Why do some guests choose to stay in service apartments instead of hotels..?? are they less expensive..?? more private ? or what is the catch here? I really didn’t find the service apartments any less expensive and if you get a good hotel and is a long staying guest, you might as well stay in a hotel. Why? because you get a lot more from a hotel in my opinion - but of course, if you are with the entire family - well the service apartment will offer more and a small kitchen for the family too. They have all the furniture, aircon, air filter are cleaned regularly and have maid services once a week i think. Some very high end service apartments have a business center too - so if you are a businessman you can take advantage of it as well.
The receptionist or service agents treat their guest as well as the ones in the hotel - but as we all know - you cannot be seen going being overly friendly with them - because they are told never to close to their guests or they may lose their jobs. But many a times, i’ve seen and heard otherwise - so wives with husband going on long term business trip - just a heads up.
Sunshine & Sunset City
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Caribbean, General Info, Useful Links 101 on 01 5th, 2010
Another destination to travel to try and escape the cold is definitely at the Caribbean - so I thought I would share a few pictures of what a friend of mine shared with me, he just returned after spending a awesome week there he said. And I would have really been upset if he didn’t bring back so many nice pictures of the place and great places where I could eat the next time - he only brought back some promotional pencils !! how crazy is that..!!
How beautiful is this.. to eat out in an open air … non chilly atmosphere..! overlooking sunset .. and eating till late in the nite.
There were a lot of Canadians there - when he was there and the people there were very friendly. The weather was warm and the food was cheap.
The courtyard to their boutique hotel in Mexico. The rooms were cleaned and it wasn’t expensive at all.
Escaping The Cold
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Interesting, Las Vegas, Places Of Interest, Useful Links 101, Vacations on 12 15th, 2009
While the rest of the world is freezing, one can escape to Las Vegas for some warm sunny days .. but chilly in the nite. But it sure beats cold day and nite right? And if you are travel a lot like someone i know, some cheap health insurance is a must - i never travel without any health insurance, for you never know when you may get sick.
The Mirage itself is a spectacular view from outside, I love staying at the Mirage, even though there are many newer hotels out there in Las Vegas. One is spoiled for choices.
The Luxor is an Egyptian themed hotel, not only is it grand - the architectural work on it is amazing. Look at the tip of the pyramid .. you can see a beam of light shooting up into the sky… it is an awesome, awesome sight.
A view from my hotel room - spectacular .. and intoxicating - as compared to where i lived.. the town planner of my current town would probably faint.. of heart attack seeing so much lights.
Yarmouth BackPackers
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Canada, General Info, Useful Links 101, Vacations on 12 5th, 2009
Yarmouth Backpackers is located in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia - Canada. If there is a place i would recommend to stay with for the weekend when you are passing thru’ Yarmouth - it has to be this place. It is not only cheap - but very clean and the owners - Cathie and Lee with their daughter are a delightful family to be with. Cathie who hailed from Australia - is a wonderful person to chat with and they are very hospitable as well. I have to say they cooked really well that my friends who will be staying with them next summer may need slim pills when they go home.
Located at the south end of town, the outside does not do the inside any justice. There are some convenient stores nearby and the hosts will be able to give you directions to several interesting places and lighthouses to visit.
The rooms are spacious - clean and most definitely homely, it’s home away from home. Choose from either a shared dormitory room (co-ed), twin room, private double or single room. There are full kitchen facilities, BBQ, a TV room with games & books, two share bathrooms, internet access, parking, bike storage, large garden and a sun deck. Linen and blankets are included in the room cost. Definitely my choice of accommodation if you ever come by this way.
Dragonfly Inn, Annapolis Valley
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Canada, General Info, Nova Scotia, Traveling Tips, Useful Links 101 on 12 1st, 2009
Dragonfly Inn reminds me of Gilmore Girls, so being a huge fan of that show, we just had to check out this inn. More like a bed and breakfast and like almost all B & B .. they did not disappoint at all. If you are passing thru’ Nova Scotia on the way up to Halifax, you might just want to spend a nite at this cozy and lovely inn. We brought our xbox 360 since they have high speed internet and dvd machines in the rooms. You can also try the Coach house if you have kids .. as they have microwave ovens and a fridge for you. I absolutely love the cozy rooms .. although i could use a bigger bathtub ..and a jacuzzi in the room would be even better. The rates are very reasonable.. at $149 Canadian.. for the suite rooms and breakfast included as well. Check out time is 3pm .. which is very rare in the hotel industry.. and check in is as early as 11am. You would love that the inn is located at the heart of the Evangeline Trail and only a short walk to Fort Anne and the Historic Gardens. There are cafes and markets as well as specialty stores in the valley, and we will go back there when we get the chance.
Vacation During Winter
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Around The World, General Info, Interesting, Places Of Interest, Traveling Tips, Vacations on 11 2nd, 2009
Many had asked me about where to go for winter, truth be told, i would love to fly to Perth, when we have winter here. But Perth is the other way around and planning for orlando vacations like most people would in this part of the world, would be a lot more feasible. Why..?? well, first off .. Orlando is a lot closer, so the airfare .. and accommodation is so much more cheaper.. and value for money.
Some choose Cuba.. and i love Cuba and Mexico too.. but once you are there.. it’s like the whole of Canada.. and US residents are there. And a vacation is a time where you wanna get away from everything familiar right..?? so just imagine.. bumping into someone you know from your town… now that can’t be that fun. hahhaha!!! So where do you go for your winter vacation..?? which spot is your favorite..?? some i know goes back to the same place year after year. Are you like that..??
Traveling During The Flu Season
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Airplanes, Airports, Around The World, Traveling Tips, Useful Links 101, Vacations on 10 24th, 2009
So you have a business or vacation trip.. and now you not only have the flu season here.. there is the H1N1 swine flu, you have to be afraid of. So do you cancel your trip..?? and stay home.. and wait for the flu season to be over.. ?? Or can one travel.. since you’ve heard .. the swine flu is quite deadly..?? So the question again.. can one travel .. during all these outbreaks.. or do one stay home and do alli reviews instead.
Experts said.. that if you are on the high risk list - then you should try to avoid traveling. So who are the high risk group..?? If you are a pregnant woman .. or adult over 65, babies and a kid under 5 and if you have chronic illness .. then you should speak with your family doctor first.
Health screening in other countries.. are not guaranteed .. but at this time.. in the USA .. they are saying they will not be screening. Wearing a mask may not prevent you from catching the flu or H1N1 .. but washing your hands.. with soap and water.. plus not putting things in the seat pockets of your flight.. may save you the hassle of seeing a doctor during your vacation or business trip.
Note that.. you will not be guaranteed a refund.. even if the hotel or the country you are going to .. has an outbreak.. just before you leave for your trip. But you can always ask.. and the hotel or travel agent .. may be able to compromise. Make sure you by travel insurance.. because they may not refund you for the canceled trip.. you will always be reimburse .. when you get sick during the trip.. or vacation.. and need medical care.
Venetian Hotel - Macau
Posted by breading in Accommodation, Hotels, Macau, Traveling Tips, Useful Links 101 on 10 3rd, 2009
I’ve been to Macau several times for work and pleasure and I must say the hotels are awesome. Not only are they priced right. .they have such huge and magnificent rooms - almost majestic .. and really huge. The office furniture in the study are specially ordered and each room themed differently.
Staying at the Venetian in Macau cost us like $250USD .. but it was worth every penny. The Royale Suite that we were in was huge..!!!! the king size bed was very nice and soft. Then they have the living room with couch to watch your tv on .. with LCD screens .. executive work area.. for those who are there for business. Of course, high speed internet at no extra cost or the all in one fax machine with printer and copier too. The mini bar was fully stocked. We were in for a good start when I entered the huge reception counter.
An awesome and huge bathroom and dressing room - unlike the hotels in Japan.
Huge area for brushing and washing up.
The staff are friendly.. although they seems to have an awful time understanding us.. .and with what little mandarin i knew.. i was just glad .. they didn’t give up on us. The Venetian Macau reminds me of Las Vegas.. and of course it is no surprised.. because i heard the owners are the same. With 3000 suites to offer to their hotel guests.. and many programs and event.. and spa, gym and even a kid’s club - for those bringing the whole family. They also have 5 chinese restaurants in house - several Western delights and of course a Portugese restaurant too - 2 japanese restaurants and many entertainment within the hotel. Truth be told, one don’t even need to get out of the hotel for anything. But of course, we need to explore the outside - just a word of caution .. to be weary when you are buying jewellery or silk - most of them are faked.
