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August 4th, 2008

The Luggage Club - Luggage Delivered to Your Door

Can you imagine going on vacation without having to worry about transporting your luggage?  A true luxury - right? Well the increasing travel rates are causing some drastic measures by some, but is this the answer? Here’s how it works:

Place your order
Pack your bags
Have your bags picked up
Board the plane
Arrive at your destination and have your […]

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July 26th, 2008

Is the Price of Gas Finally Going Down?

Have you filled up on gas lately? It’s almost exciting. Well, not really, but still I was happy to see that prices have dipped below $4.00.  Does that mean that we can go back to driving normally? Does that mean SUV’s will have a  chance again to make it off the lot?  The AAA claims […]

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July 23rd, 2008

And We Just Keep on Growing.

Please welcome the latest additions to the b5media community: 
Travel Product Guide:Bringing you the latest in travel products on the market to help in your travels.
 
Jackie takes you on a tour of Phoenix, bringing you a guide on what to do and places to go in The Phoenix Traveler.
Jon takes you on a tour of the […]

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July 13th, 2008

The Morikami Museum

 The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens was developed in 1977. Ever since that time, it has been a center for Japanese art and culture in South Florida. Along with rotating exhibitions, tea ceremonies, and an educational outreach program, The Morikami is home  to many Japanese festivals including The Bon Festival which will take place on August […]

By Katherine Lynch -- 2 comments

July 7th, 2008

Travel Deals Around the Network

Does the economy have you down? Are you planning on staying home this summer due to the rising gas costs? Or are you shortening the length of your trip or staying closer to home? We at b5media have been throwing some ideas and opinions around about how to have a “travel happy” summer.

 Mary Jo posted […]

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July 1st, 2008

If You Can’t Afford a Hotel, Stay at a Hostel

 When I traveled in Europe, hostels were the place to go. I spent some time in Stockholm and I chose to stay in a hostel that was on a ship. It was a memorable experience as I traveled by myself, made dinner in the community kitchen and made friends along the way that I was […]

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June 26th, 2008

Best of the Best

Right now I am sitting in my hotel room at the Four Seasons in Miami. (Yes! This is the part of my job that I love. I’ve been jumping for joy ever since I got the invite.) I was invited down here for a wine dinner at their restaurant, Acqua that will take place this evening and for […]

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May 26th, 2008

T is for…

T is for Travel & Culture and T is for Taste. Take a tour of South Florida by tasting your way around. In honor of our theme day, I have decided to put together a collection of restaurants that begin with the letter T. Some are mainstream, while others may be hidden and tucked away. […]

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May 22nd, 2008

What Restaurants will do to Survive in South Florida

Right now, the restaurants in South Florida are hurting. They will do anything to bring in business. Mark Militello, who was once named one of the “Ten Best Chefs in America by Food and Wine Magazine has just closed the last of his 4 restaurants - all 4 closing within the last 30 days. Restaurants […]

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May 20th, 2008

Luxury Hotels: Top of the World

What defines luxury? Exquisite linens, marble floors, a fabulous bathtub, attention to detail one might say. Luxury Hotels, Top of the World is a welcome addition to teNeues’ Luxury Hotel series which includes: Luxury Hotels Spa and Wellness, Luxury Hotels Beach Resorts, Luxury Hotels Golf Resorts and many more. This double edition book explores the […]

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