Landing in Chicago ” the windy city”. Not sure that plane on the right was supposed to be so close.

Here are some pictures I wanted to share of Vancouver, BC during the summer time.  They were taken a Jericho beach, one of Vancouver’s most beautiful beaches. I hope you enjoy them.

The view of English Bay.

Last Updated: 3/19/2011 09:07 PST

Overcapacity Means You Can Nab a Cruise at up to 75% Off

Overcapacity Means You Can Nab a Cruise at up to 75% Off

A luxury cruise is one of life’s pure joys. Today’s modern cruise liners are engineering marvels; floating 5-star hotels that offer the best service, accommodation, cuisine, and activities. They visit exotic locales, with non-stop relaxation or stimulation, depending on your pleasure.

Over the past few years, cruise companies have spared no expense and literally invested billions in jaw-dropping super ships. Even if you’ve cruised before, you probably have not experienced anything like these new marvels.

But, the best news is that due to the slowdown in travel caused by the recession and significant overcapacity in the industry, savvy travelers can now book once-in-a-lifetime cruises at insanely low prices.

How does 75 percent off the brochure price sound? Believe it or not, it’s possible through a company called Vacations To Go, one of America’s Largest Cruise Agencies.

Founded more than 25 years ago, Vacations To Go realized that taking a cruise vacation was a new experience for many. They set out to build an online service to help people learn everything they need to know to find the best possible cruise vacation, at the best possible price.

Vacations To Go is now home to an extensive selection of top-brand cruise vacations, and in-depth information about every cruise line and cruise ship. Customers can browse the latest in new promotions and offers, shop by category, and compare prices at a glance.

But, what about the discounts?

Because of the huge costs involved in building and operating today’s luxury ships, cruise lines want their ships to sail with as few empty cabins as possible.

So, they turn to trusted partners like Vacations To Go to sell this “excess” inventory at deep discounts, allowing the cruise companies to still get full fare on the travel packages that they sell directly.

The discounts they authorize Vacations To Go to offer can be as much as 75 percent off the full price fare. What it means for you: Simply put, it is the opportunity to take a once-in-a-lifetime luxury cruise for a price that makes it affordable on any budget.

Vacations To Go has also developed a Best Price & Service Guarantee that guarantees they will meet any other authorized price–so, if getting the best deal is important, look no further.

If you are not ready to book your cruise immediately, signing up for Vacations To Go’s free newsletter can help you stay informed of all the spectacular discounts that become available, as cruise lines seek to fill their remaining empty cabins before their cruises depart.

This year, it 

seems like everyone is cruising–and, for good reason. After several years of austerity, people are realizing that a cruise vacation is now one of the great values in travel.

To check out what Vacations To Go has to offer, click here.

via Overcapacity Means You Can Nab a Cruise at up to 75% Off | How Life Works.

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15 Places Your Kids Should See Before 15It took us hours of heated debate, weeks of research, and years of experience to whittle down America’s monuments to a definitive list of 15 musts for anyone under 15. Not only are these attractions fun and shhhh educational, they’re especially magical through the eyes of a child.

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CNN — RVs are gaining traction. The recreation vehicle market is rebounding after the economy’s plunge drove previously growing sales off a cliff.Now 8.3 million American families own RVs, according to the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association. If you’re thinking about joining this crowd, consider carefully. Buying one is a big investment. RVs can cost more than many people pay for their homes, and gas prices right now mean the cost of life on the open road is on the rise.RVs were once thought to be the toys of older drivers. But the industry association now says most RVs are owned by drivers from 35 to 54 years old and the largest percentage-gain in ownership is for people 35 years and younger.Whatever their age, owners say it’s all about freedom. RV-ers go where and when they want, bypass airport security, avoid luggage fees and restrictions, tow the family car, and have room for kids and pets.For RV enthusiasts Ruth and Bud Spezio of Oakhurst, New Jersey, there’s also the comfort factor: “We sleep in our own bed, on our own sheets, use our own towels, eat on our own dishes,” said Bud Spezio. The thought of staying in hotel rooms appalls them.Diane and Charlie Wathke of Greenwood, Wisconsin sold their house, their furniture and most of their clothes so that they could live full-time in their 40-foot motor home.Aside from the freedom and the lifestyle, RV-ers like other RV-ers. Eloyce Lyster, of Naples, Florida, enjoys spending time traveling in her RV. The people she’s met and the friends she’s made are her favorite part of the RV experience.So, is an RV right for you? Here are four factors to consider:

via Is an RV right for you? – CNN.com.

The most powerful waterfall in North America, Niagara straddles the international border between Canada and the U.S., near Buffalo, New York. It is divided into three distinct cascades: The 167-foot-high American Falls and the 181-foot-high Bridal Veil Falls sit on the U.S. side; the 158-foot-high Horseshoe Falls drops on the Canadian. People debate which country holds the better view, but the truth of it is, the best vantage point isn’t from either shoreline. It’s from the water. The Maid of the Mist ventures to both sides along the Niagara River. The 600-passenger vessel gets so close to the action, in fact, that guests are outfitted with rain ponchos to keep them dry from the torrential spray. If you do take the half-hour ride, you’ll join the company of former passengers Theodore Roosevelt and Marilyn Monroe (open April through late October, $13.50 per person).

Closest major city: Niagara sits 17 miles north of Buffalo; from there, the falls are an easy 25-minute drive along I-190.

Best time to go: Summer crowds can overwhelm, so visit during the shoulder seasons instead. You can’t go wrong in May, June, and September.

via 10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls.

Ayana Resort & Spa’s Rock Bar is perched just 46 feet above the Indian Ocean and offers a spectacular martini on the rocks

via 15 of the world’s best hotel bars – CNN.com.