Tagged With "reservations"
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Re: On Safari, Panna Tiger Reserve, India
I too went on a tiger safari in India. What a thrill to see one of these magnificent cats. Your photos are excellent!
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Re: On Safari, Panna Tiger Reserve, India
Thanks for the comment, Marilyn. Tigers sure are magnificent any place you see them. But to watch them hunt was a very special experience.
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Re: El Calafate, Argentina. Our first view of the ice and snow covered Andes
Wow! What a view - such a neat layout of colours!
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Re: December 6, 2019: Mkhaya Game Reserve, eSwatini
The experience will stay with me for a very long time. I never expected to see so many rhinos and get so close to them.
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TripAdvisor reserves a table in Portugal
TripAdvisor, which bought European restaurant reservation LaFourchette a year ago and has picked up several others since then, has now acquired BestTables in Portugal, which also books seats for a number of restaurants in Brazil. ...
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AA, USAir: Next step, combining reservations
USAir, AA planes at Washington on the morning of their 2013 merger. That was the easy part... Now that American/USAir is past the legal hurdles, tidied up labor contracts, and merged the loyalty programs, they're ready for the big one: merging...
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OpenTable "re-brands" and spreads its reach
OpenTable, the online restaurant reservation service acquired 9 months ago by Priceline, is starting to show off its new directions and ambitions. First up, a new logo and slogan. The logo is a stylized round table and seat; the slogan gives a broad...
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Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve
My adventure in Kenya begins in Maasai Mara, widely considered to be Africa’s greatest wildlife reserve. With more than 200 square miles of open plains, woodlands and riverine forest, the Mara is joined by privately-owned...
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Finding Nature in England: Holkham National Reserve
Kirsten Hines continues her voyage of natural discovery in England, this week with a stop at Holkham National Nature Reserve.
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Finding Nature at England’s Holkham National Nature Reserve: Spring Hares
Kirsten Hines' series on exploring nature in England continues, this week finding some "boxing" hares in coastal sand dunes. What does it mean? Read on to find out.
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September 11, 2017: Wild Elephants at Periyar Tiger Reserve
A last minute encounter with a group of elephants turned an otherwise disappointing afternoon on safari into a cherished memory.
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On Safari, Panna Tiger Reserve, India
DrFumblefinger goes on a safari in India, his quest to spot the elusive tiger. Mission accomplished!
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December 6, 2019: Mkhaya Game Reserve, eSwatini
Professor Abe shares some terrific photos of wildlife from the newly-named country of Eswatini. Successful rhino conservation is a highlight of his visit to Mkhaya Game Reserve!
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Chase's new card: Big bonus, big benefits - Right for you?
Chase is offering a big bonus and big benefits...but check carefully to see if it's the card for you because it also has a big fee!
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July 8, 2016: Swans and Cygneets, Northumberland
Some photos of Swan and Cygnets, Hollywell Nature Reserve, Northumberland, UK.
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More hotels push for direct booking
A growing number of hotels are offering discounts and free Wi-Fi when customers book direct.
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Air consumer protections at stake in Senate
The U.S. Senate is working on a transporation bill that contains language that would prohibit the Department of Transportation from enforcing rules that allow you to cancel an airline ticket within 24 hours, or to hold the fare for 24 hours before...
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Grey Seals, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland
Grey seals from Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, U.K.
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Re: Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve
Amazing pictures! I always wondered about the accommodation when you go on safari. Not quite living "rough" is it ? Very nice indeed. Recognise myself in that yawning photo ! My kids prefer "Glamping" to Camping. Enjoyed this blog - thanks.
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Re: Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve
Thank you! It was a fascinating experience getting so close to the wild animals!! And the camps were so luxurious! Maybe your kids like to camp, but I'll bet you'd love to glamp!!!
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Re: Finding Nature at England’s Holkham National Nature Reserve: Spring Hares
Sounds like a human relationship - but with less glitter and alcohol !
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Re: More hotels push for direct booking
I still don't know if it's any cheaper booking direct. For instance, on Hyatt site , It's 10% off is off standard rates. I often see higher % discounts on booking.com for Hyatt hotels.
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Re: Grey Seals, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland
I love this post! The grey seals are adorable! You really captured them expertly; well done!!
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Re: Grey Seals, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland
Seals always seem to be having such a wonderful time! As Marilyn mentioned -- beautifully captured, Ian -- thanks for sharing these with us.
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Traveling to Spain as a tourist
You plan to travel to Spain as a tourist, you have spent time informing yourself with friends, reading on the Internet, you have heard so many things that you do not know what to believe, while some comments give you confidence and you think you are prepared, others make you doubt. If even the officials themselves argue and travelers with similar stories give you different opinions, how do you know who is right? For you to clarify, I will return to 15 points that lend themselves to...
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Where Elephants Rule
This pesky pachyderm gave Judy the opportunity for some action photos.
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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
Sabi Sand shares a border with Kruger National Park, a 50-kilometre unfenced boundary across which wildlife is free to wander.
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Re: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
I love South Africa. I really enjoyed your narrative and photos!
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Armstrong Redwoods State Nature Reserve, Guerneville, California
Jonathan L explores Sonoma's redwood forest