http://travelwriter.today.com Certified Travel Agent Brings the World to You Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:04:42 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you’re visiting the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada, this year – and you should – there’s a route you definitely need to check out called the Bottleneck Drive Wine Route in Summerland. Comprised of 10 local wineries, this newest driving route offers a great variety that is sure ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/14/bottleneck-drive-wine-route-in-summerland-bc/ Based in Miami, FL, Carnival Cruise Lines has recently begun testing six embarkation kiosks to improve the check-in process for guests. Cruise guests who are from the USA, Canada, or are part of the Visa Waiver program are eligible to process their own check-in by swiping their passport plus they can ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/10/cruise-check-in-with-the-carnival-kiosk/ Here is a unique way to visit Mexico and learn about the culture firsthand by attending the Taste of Playa International Food Festival on September 5, 2009, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The first annual gourmet sampling event is open to the public and will showcase and celebrate the chefs of ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/09/taste-of-playa-del-carmen/ It’s not too late to come and enjoy the ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’ – the Calgary Stampede!  Starting July 3, 2009, and running for 10 days, the Stampede welcomes an average of 120,000 visitors per day. The Stampede events include Chuckwagon races, a Rodeo featuring some of the world’s best ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/08/calgary-stampede/ If you’re headed to the beach or lake this summer or even taking a flight to your destination, there’s nothing better to pass the time than a great summer read. Good Morning America recently announced their picks for the hot summer page turners of 2009.  Let’s take a look – Gone Tomorrow ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/07/good-morning-america%e2%80%99s-list-of-hot-summer-books/ JD Power & Associates has just released their 2009 North America Airline Satisfaction Survey measuring overall customer satisfaction of both vacationers and business travelers. The survey found that overall customer satisfaction with the airlines has declined for the third year in a row while the rate of on-time arrivals has increased, ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/06/2009-jd-power-north-america-airline-satisfaction-study/ For celebrations in your neighborhood, visit Fourth of July Celebrations or find a state-by-state list of activities and fireworks.  Enjoy, have fun, and Happy 4th of July!     http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/04/happy-fourth-of-july/ During the 33rd session of The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) this past June in London, England, it was announced that eleven cultural sites and two natural sites have been added to the World Heritage list. The new additions include: The Wadden Sea, Germany/Netherlands The Dolomites, Italy Stoclet House, Belgium The ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/03/906/ Here’s a quick look at Fourth of July Celebrations across the USA.  Fireworks at are the top of the list, followed by food, fun, and music.  What more could anyone want? Spokane, WA 2-day festival at downtown Riverfront Park with food, live entertainment and fireworks at 10:00 p.m. Chicago, IL Millennium Park has all ... http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/02/903/ http://travelwriter.today.com/2009/07/01/902/