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Bermuda Hotel Rate Outlook 2011

Based on seasonal trends from 2010, Bermuda 2011 should be a fine year for hotel and resort deals.  If you are looking for the lowest rates of the year, without a doubt look at September to November. Yes it is hurricane season, but in the last several years, we have seen deals on 4 and 5 star hotels below $200 per night. The best time to book these fantastic deals is early June, as that is when rates are set for the off season. We will update this page with the best deals in the coming weeks. Check... [Read the full story]

Navigating Idaho’s Middle Fork River

Rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon River with ROW outfitters is an escape into quarantined wilderness, on a silver platter. Hints of civilization are rare as you twist and turn through the mighty river’s towering, pictograph-blessed canyon walls. The pauses between the riffles and rapids present legendary drifting scenery of wildlife, sage-brushed granite mountains and wildlife. Even the crew of veteran river runner guides seem to be having the time of their life. ROW’s river-floating... [Read the full story]

Side Trip: Chang Mai, Thailand

From Bangkok venture south to Ko Samui Island or north to Chang Mai. Bangkok is an intersection where around-the-world and circle-pacific trips are distinguished. Eastbound voyagers head on to Burma, Delhi or Kathmandu whereas Pacific Rimmers migrate south into Malaysia, Indonesia and down under. Depending upon your inclinations, Thailand’s magic includes beaches and mountains. Up north, Chang Mai is abundantly-equipped with dozens of theme bars, trekking outfitters and motorcycle rental... [Read the full story]

Side Trip: Goa, India

From Bombay venture to GOA, INDIA, a former Portuguese/Roman Catholic settlement located on India’s central west coast. Nomadic western hippies discovered Goa’s enchantment back in the sixties. Nude bathing, respectfully enjoyed with discretion, increases as you head north from Vagator along the cliff-divided beaches — intermittently interrupted by delectable travellers’ restaurants. Hire motorcycle-taxis, tuk-tuks (odd, multiple passenger scooters resembling shell covered... [Read the full story]