285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON
M5R 2V5
Spadina House was built in the mid-1860s as part of an estate. Today it is a museum dedicated to the 1920s and 30s.
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Tuesday 18 April 2017
My TO - April 18, 2017
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON
M5R 2V5
Spadina House was built in the mid-1860s as part of an estate. Today it is a museum dedicated to the 1920s and 30s.
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Monday 17 April 2017
Where in the World? #41 - April 17, 2017
Where in the world is this?
Come back after April 24 for the answer.
Where in the world was the last photo?
Amalfi, Campania
Italy
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Tuesday 11 April 2017
Thoughts 'n Tips #51 - April 11, 2017
Impressive places that every first time visitor to Italy must see - handluggageonly.co.uk
Vietnam's coffee culture: What to know and where to go - Intrepid Travel: The Journal
Seven holidays that are cheapest if you book now - The Telegraph
The 30 Cheapest Places to Travel in 2017 - Forbes
Impressive places that every first time visitor to Italy must see - handluggageonly.co.uk
A first time trip to Italy is an incredible experience, it's a country steeped in history, culture and mountains of delicious pasta and gelato on every street corner... and trust me on the latter, if your not rolling back to your hotel in a pasta-induced haze, your not doing Italy right!
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Seven holidays that are cheapest if you book now - The Telegraph
From European rail holidays to cut price river cruises, these are the holidays that are best booked now. This article is updated each month with new suggestions and tours.
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Vietnam's coffee culture: What to know and where to go - Intrepid Travel: The Journal
Mention Vietnam to anyone, and the conversation might conjure up a few things - beautiful scenery, the tragic war, the chaotic, thrilling big cities. But as someone who has spent much time travelling through Vietnam, there's only one thing for me that stands out as synonymous with the country, and that's the burgeoning coffee culture that has taken hold.
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The 30 Cheapest Places To Travel in 2017
Time to start packing your bags: 2017 is shaping up to be a banner year for budget travel. The dollar is enjoying historic highs - meaning your money goes further in many destinations around the globe - and according to American Express Global Business Travel Report, airfares are expected to fall in 2017.
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Vietnam's coffee culture: What to know and where to go - Intrepid Travel: The Journal
Seven holidays that are cheapest if you book now - The Telegraph
The 30 Cheapest Places to Travel in 2017 - Forbes
Impressive places that every first time visitor to Italy must see - handluggageonly.co.uk
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Seven holidays that are cheapest if you book now - The Telegraph
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| The marina at Playa Blanca, Lanzarote Credit: ALAMY |
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Vietnam's coffee culture: What to know and where to go - Intrepid Travel: The Journal
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The 30 Cheapest Places To Travel in 2017
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Monday 10 April 2017
Buyer Beware! - Making Reservations on Third Party Sites
Working in the travel industry I should have known better.
We all use third party sites - sites that work with a number of companies, often providing good deals, and one-stop shopping for your travelling needs. Be cautious when making bookings on these sites for your trips. Read the fine print of the deal. It can avoid a lot of headache.
A personal experience...I recently was in Italy and rented a car online. I did not choose a well known company, choosing instead to save some money. The original plan was to pick the car up at noon. With difficulties making connections en route, the arrival time was about four hours later. By that time my reservation was cancelled...lost...including my money.
I had to start over, making another reservation. Since it was immediate it cost more.
When I called the third party company to inquire about this, I was told it was stated in my reservation. Later, I found out it was there. You know that part you check off about agreeing to the conditions. It was in there...I had scanned it, but obviously not given it enough attention.
In this case, I was able to work out an acceptable agreement with the company, but such an outcome is not guaranteed.
Always know what the conditions are for your agreement - cancellation policies, baggage allowances, hours of operation, etc. What initially seems like a good, is not always so.
We all use third party sites - sites that work with a number of companies, often providing good deals, and one-stop shopping for your travelling needs. Be cautious when making bookings on these sites for your trips. Read the fine print of the deal. It can avoid a lot of headache.
A personal experience...I recently was in Italy and rented a car online. I did not choose a well known company, choosing instead to save some money. The original plan was to pick the car up at noon. With difficulties making connections en route, the arrival time was about four hours later. By that time my reservation was cancelled...lost...including my money.
I had to start over, making another reservation. Since it was immediate it cost more.
When I called the third party company to inquire about this, I was told it was stated in my reservation. Later, I found out it was there. You know that part you check off about agreeing to the conditions. It was in there...I had scanned it, but obviously not given it enough attention.
In this case, I was able to work out an acceptable agreement with the company, but such an outcome is not guaranteed.
Always know what the conditions are for your agreement - cancellation policies, baggage allowances, hours of operation, etc. What initially seems like a good, is not always so.
Where in the World? #40 - April 10, 2017
Where in the world is this?
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Check back after April 17 for the answer.
Where in the world was the last photo?
Tony Bennett Heart,
Union Square,
San Francisco, CA
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Check back after April 17 for the answer.
Where in the world was the last photo?
Tony Bennett Heart,
Union Square,
San Francisco, CA
Click here for more information
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