October 2013 Blog Posts (160)

MICE tourism is growing segment of Costa Rica tourism.

I met a woman and her husband in the airport recently, while we were waiting to board our flight out of Costa Rica. They were tanned and relaxed, and had been enjoying the country's beaches and rainforest … all for free! They…

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Added by Danny Solano Alvarez on October 31, 2013 at 5:40pm — No Comments

Death by Too Many Reviews: When is Enough Enough?

Reviews do matter. A report by SAS noted that positive reviews (less so TripAdvisor-based rank and brand), followed by lower price were the most important influencers of choice.



And lower price or higher ratings don't…

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Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on October 31, 2013 at 3:02pm — 2 Comments

An International Cemetery Tour

This week on Positively Tuesday we visit some famous cemeteries. come join me!

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Added by Maureen Blevins on October 31, 2013 at 10:10am — No Comments

World's Best Theme-Park Halloween Parties

by Judy Antell



Theme parks are a natural fit for Halloween festivities: On a certain level, you might say it's always a Halloween party at theme parks - plus, most of the rides are already designed to scare the living daylights out of you. In October (and sometimes even earlier), some of theme parks have gently scary daytime…

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Added by Tripatini on October 31, 2013 at 9:59am — No Comments

Ca’ Momi Enoteca, Neapolitan Heaven in California's Napa Wine Country

Perhaps, nothing says “comfort food” more than pizza. If you’re traveling to the Napa Valley and crave paper thin, scrumptious pizza napoletana, pay a visit to Napa’s Oxbow Market, where you will find Ca’ Momi Pizzeria and Restaurant.

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Ca’ Moni Winery was founded in 2006, created  to pair old world winemaking talents from Italy with the finest Napa Valley…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on October 30, 2013 at 12:29pm — No Comments

¿Qué Pasa con las Tortillas en Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica?

por Andrés Figueroa Vásquez



Era una mañana un tanto calurosa en el Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio. Acababa de visitar los predios de la zona y la humedad del ambiente pudo más que yo. Me dispuse a retomar el aliento sobre una de las bancas. Mientras descansaba bajo la sombra y sentía la brisa del mar, me percaté de que tenía hambre. Recordé que después de salir de Portasol había comprado dos…

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Added by Danny Solano Alvarez on October 30, 2013 at 10:11am — No Comments

Could fleet tracking data help improve Britain's road congestion?

Fleet tracking is something that is normally reserved for big businesses looking for the most efficient ways of transporting their goods around. However, there is a case for a similar method being used to try and improve issues with congestion on roads in Britain. Many people complain on a daily basis about the state of traffic on the roads so could fleet tracking be the solution?

Traffic issues

The traffic on the roads of Britain today is thought to be more than ever.…

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Added by Neil on October 30, 2013 at 1:16am — No Comments

Travel to Santa Teresa Beach by Zuma Tours boat taxi.

Taxi boat from Jaco to Montezuma on the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica Although it is one of Costa Rica's most spectacular destinations – for its gold and…

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Added by Danny Solano Alvarez on October 29, 2013 at 6:02pm — No Comments

CARBON’S ANNUAL MISCHIEVOUS MASQUERADE: Friday, Oct 25, 2013

On Friday, October 25, 2013, members & guests enjoyed a fabulous evening in NYC at CARBON’S ANNUAL MISCHIEVOUS MASQUERADE. Carbon is a New York based invitation-only social network of leaders in international business, politics, and the arts. www.carbonnyc.com…

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Added by Debbie Rodriguez on October 29, 2013 at 5:35pm — No Comments

Costa Rica yoga retreats bring harmony and relaxation in the rainforest

Yoga and meditation are all about breathing deeply, relaxing, and reconnecting with your inner nature. What better setting for this practice than the pure oxygen-rich rainforest of Costa Rica.…

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Added by Shannon Farley on October 29, 2013 at 11:51am — No Comments

Blowfish Soothes Travel Fatigue

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I’m not much into excessive drinking anymore. The mornings after were just too punishing. But now my weakness is having a glass of wine or beer and then occasionally a snifter of cognac or whiskey as a night cap…which is a big no-no as well for avoiding hangover territory.

I’m always open to new ideas and remedies for easing the negative…

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Added by Steve Mirsky on October 29, 2013 at 11:21am — 1 Comment

How to Explore Food Through Philosophy

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The Philosopher’s Table, a new book by author Marietta McCarty, gives you step-by-step instructions on how to start your very own "philosophy dinner club," including monthly recipes as well as accompanying conversation topics and music.

Here's how Marietta envisions her book being used: “A lively group of thinkers gathers as the music plays—hungry for camaraderie, discussion of a topic of…

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Added by Steve Mirsky on October 29, 2013 at 9:22am — No Comments

New York Sightseeing Tours

The biggest city of United States, New York is nick named as “The City that never sleeps”. The city itself is a well-known centre of business & finance, leisure, media and also is a home of some traditional buildings. It is rising as one of the greatest tourist destinations on this planet, where millions of vacationers come and experience the liveliness of New…

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Added by Globe Hunters on October 29, 2013 at 9:08am — No Comments

A London Storm Diary



I set off with trepidation on Monday morning after dire warnings about the worst storms to hit Britain this decade. Stepped out of the front door to find our window boxes had been blown off and lay scattered on the ground - my husband's lovingly nurtured geraniums cruelly tipped out and the plants and roots exposed to the elements.



A tree…

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Added by Rita Payne on October 29, 2013 at 8:47am — No Comments

Want to Know What Attract People in Dubai?

Dubai is progressing every year to become the top vacation point in the world. It is not difficult to understand why Dubai is becoming first desire for the vacationers around the globe. The City has every little thing to offer visitors, whether they are on holidays or business trip. Here are a few of the examples of what attract people most in the city:

Amazing Shopping Experience…

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Added by Globe Hunters on October 29, 2013 at 7:03am — No Comments

Top Three Golf Courses in Orlando

As everyone knows that the adventure city of Florida, Orlando is the largest tourist attraction point in the world. Other than this, city also attracts plenty of golfers world wide toward its high class golf courses. If you are planning to book cheap Flights to Orlando for your holidays, you…

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Added by Globe Hunters on October 29, 2013 at 5:31am — No Comments

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