If you are looking for a unique Hawaii honeymoon spot, then you might be up a tree – literally. One of the most unusual Maui vacation destinations is the Hana Lani Tree Houses, and they are just what the name says – living quarters located in the trees. Located deep in the Maui jungle, this incredible Hawaii vacation site is only accessible by a series of ropes and ladders spanning the tops of the trees. Imagine falling asleep to the sounds of the natural wonders and animals of the jungle. Of course, this might not be for everyone – the site’s Web site notes that this experience is “not for the fussy,” meaning that if you’re the type of person who enjoys sleeping on a comfortable bed while having room…

In a sign that luxury cruise lines might be the next place to find discounted cruise vacations, Crystal Cruises announced in September a major revamping of its price structure for 2010. The major change is that all cruises will offer two-for-one fares for all destinations. This change makes the luxury cruise line more affordable than comparable lines offering a lower class of service. In addition, Crystal Cruises will offer spending credits for onboard purchases of up to $2,000 per couple, plus amazing airline ticket specials including free airfare (economy for North American destinations or business class for European destinations). People taking European cruises will also receive a sweet hotel suite deal: a free stay at a penthouse in a top hotel. “The scope of changes we’ve made is unprecedented as…

Vacation time means planning time and the need to scout for a new and interesting location to visit this time ariound. If exotic is what you are in the market for, take a look at these locations, described as the top five paradises in the entire world: 1. Barbados Located in the Caribbean, this island is sure to drive you insane. Tropical flora and white sandy beaches are in abundance. A favourite holidaying paradise for famous politicians, businessmen and movie stars, Barbados is also home to one of the most luxurious hotels in the world - Sandy Lane. Equipped with a fabulous spa-centre, the hotel's famous restaurant L'Acajou gives you a wonderful view of the Caribbean ocean. 2. Lombok If looking for a quiet, peaceful holiday - Lombok is a…

A good travel agent is hard to find, almost as difficult as finding a good doctor, dentist or any other service professional. This task is made that much harder as the United States is one such country in which travel agents are not required to have any formal training or registration. Finding a professional is like looking for a needle in a haystack. A good travel agent will not limit your travel options by any degree. He/she will help you look for great travel and options and help you select the best travel choices for your next holiday or business trip. Look at these three factors when choosing a travel agent: 1. Ability to understand you and your travel needs A good travel agent will initially ask you a lot…

Casual holidays are about taking things easy and chilling out. To enjoy this relaxing holiday you have planned out, remember to pack right. The clothes you take on your holiday must be comfortable clothes that are in sync with the venue of your holiday. Most of us tend to pack for every possible eventuality and then end up not using even 50% of clothes in your suitcase. A bit of careful planning is all you need. Wardrobe - pack neutrals, a mix of blacks, whites, khakis or cream will do. Then throw in jewellery, belts and even sarongs to add colour to your wardrobe. Layers - little jackets and cardigans could come in useful if the weather gets chilly in the evenings. Accessorise with chunky jewellery to create a perfect,…

Citing a need for modernization, officials on Aug. 23 closed the Picasso Museum, an extremely popular Paris museum dedicated to the works of the late modernist painter. The museum is expected to reopen in 2011 after two years of renovation work designed to redo the electrical and security systems as well as expand the cramped quarters. The good news is that not all of the museum’s works will be lost; a simple Paris metro pass will allow you to visit other museums, where officials hope to hold frequent exhibitions and discussions of Picasso’s work while the renovation work takes place. The work is expected to cost roughly 20 million Euros. Travelers in other cities can also see Picasso’s legendary works. Many Rome museums have significant works by Picasso on display,…

A round of airline ticket sales has brought airfare prices down across the board. But one popular travel guru is calling out Southwest Airlines for what he considers to be misleading advertising. Tom Parsons is calling Southwest’s latest travel special a “Bah Humbug air fare sale” because of fine print that might limit the ability of families to travel over the holidays. While Southwest is offering special one-way fares from $59 to $109 from now through early January 2010, fine print shows that the deals are not as good as you might think. There are 26 black out dates, the majority of which are clustered around the holidays. This makes it tough for families looking to see relatives or searching for a last minute vacation deal over the holidays. Southwest…

The recent downturn in airline traffic is a boon for frequent travelers, as airlines have slashed prices. Finding an airline travel deal has never been easier, as the major domestic airlines have dropped their rates by an average of 9.1 percent in the first quarter of 2009 alone. Airlines began cutting capacity as a result of the reduction in travelers during the global recession, but a recent reduction in fuel costs have allowed them to also reduce fares. Almost every major domestic carrier has drastic reduced costs on airline tickets. Specials started appearing after Southwest Airlines cut rates on some of the most popular short flights to as low as $29 each way. The cheapest airfares of the major 100 cities can be found in Long Beach and Oakland, while…

Article written by Gear Up 4 Nature Most of us know what precautions to take before going on a long vacation. We ask a neighbor to collect the mail and watch the house; maybe we even leave on a light or two so as to give the appearance of being home and not tip off burglars to our absence. But when it comes to the newer world of social media, most of us would think nothing of sharing the news of an extended trip. Why, we’d just as soon tweet that we were spending a week in the Bahamas as we’d tweet the news of discount airline ticket sales. But as one Mesa, Arizona couple found out recently, the tendency to overshare on Twitter can have serious ramifications. The Dallas…

Booking discount air travel can be hit-or-miss. Either you hit that one deal or you miss out on a low fare altogether. Blink at your computer screen, and the $79 special between Los Angeles and Denver might be gone. So what can you do to beat the fickle airlines and secure the best deal? According to some travel experts, the day of the week that you book your airfare is important. As with gas prices, airfare almost always goes up on weekends. Mid-week, however, after major airlines release new sales and other airlines match the lower prices, can be advantageous. Monday may be too early to capitalize on the lowest prices, and Thursday may be too late. Tuesday evenings and early Wednesday mornings are generally the best windows in which…