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    Qualia, Best Resort in the World

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 6, 2014January 5, 2014

    And this is according to Conde Nast: “Qualia is located in Hamilton Island, Great Barrier Reef and scored the top spot on the list. The hotel is a special place with its sun-drenched location and the intuitive service [my bold] makes it a luxurious resort on world-class standards.” What is this intuitive service, is it like…

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    One Night in the Geneva Airport

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 5, 2014

    This seems to be a record in procrastination as I have been meaning to write the post for some time (more than a year to be exact). So I was in Geneva and our flight to London was at 7:30 AM. I didn’t want to pay one extra day in the hotel only to sleep…

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    Top 10 Health Retreats Worldwide

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 4, 2014

    “Your New Year’s resolution is to get healthy and stay healthy. It’s a noble goal — one that many people make — but too often it goes unfulfilled. So, how can you stay on track this year? With these luxurious retreats, it’s easy to keep your promise all the way through to next year. The…

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    8 U.S. Islands that are Warm Now

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 2, 2014

    I didn’t know there are places like that in the US. They seem very interesting the type of places I would like to visit, especially Caladesi Island, Florida. The three miles of white-sand beaches on this pristine barrier island offer some of the best shelling on the Gulf of Mexico. And because it’s a state…

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    Good Times for the Airlines

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 2, 2014January 1, 2014

    Warren Buffett said: “How do you become a millionaire? Make a billion dollars and then buy an airline.” At the 2013 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, when asked a question about airline investing Buffett responded: “Investors have poured their money into airlines and airline manufacturers for 100 years with terrible results. It’s been a death trap…

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    The airline that has the most things go wrong also has the fewest complaints

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 1, 2014

    Full article here “Here’s a paradox: The airline that gets the fewest complaints also seems to have the most things go wrong, according to data compiled by Crain’s Chicago. Among the five categories surveyed, Southwest led seven U.S.-based airlines for rate of: Involuntary boarding denials, Mishandled baggage, Fewest on-time departures. Yet, Southwest also had the…

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    11 Amazing Places to Visit Before They Disappear

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler January 1, 2014January 1, 2014

    From 11 Amazing Places to Visit Before They Disappear: “Have you ever thought of the places to see before they vanish? I’ve never thought of them until now. Many of these places are quite devastating since they’re so beautiful and rare. No matter where they’re situated, they’re still places that will not be around much…

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    Places to go in 2014 — without breaking the bank

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler December 31, 2013

    What destinations will offer the best travel deals in 2014? Where will you be able to get more for your money?  And a place drew my attention: Nicaragua. I have always thought I would go to Costa Rica before any other country in Central America but I might change my plans. This emerging Central American…

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    Top 10 Eco-Resorts Worldwide

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler December 30, 2013

    Long gone are the days when conservation and recycling meant little more than a token nod to hybrid cars or soundbites from Al Gore. Today, you can take a holiday while simultaneously doing something healthy for the planet. At the properties on this exclusive selection of the world’s top ten eco-friendly resorts, guests will find…

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    10 Best Travel Products of 2013

    ByThe Skeptical Traveler December 30, 2013December 29, 2013

    These are the travel products that were rated highest by the SmarterTravel.com reviewers in 2013: Scrubba Wash Bag Lulu Organics Hair Powder Antler Liquis Carry-On RHA Noise-Isolating Headphones IT Luggage World’s Lightest Carry-On Sprigs Multi-Mitts New Trent iCarrier Lojel Wave La Fresh Travel Lite Wipes High Sierra Deluxe Trapezoid Boot Bag More details here 10 Best…

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