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Thursday, April 15, 2010

Family Fun Vacations By Virtuoso

The time has come to begin thinking about his summer's family vacation. Whether traveleing with the children or grandchildren, finding the perfect vacation is important. Not all destinations and resorts are family friendly.

Some resorts and hotels accept families, but once you have arrived and unpacked, there is little to do in the way of activities. This issue of Virtuoso Insights opens the doors to 45 family vacation ideas. The ideas span from cruising, beach vacations and vacations in Europe the entire family can enjoy.

So take a look at this issue of Virtuoso Insights. Once you have browsed through the information, call me and let's begin planning your vacation. Also, if you would like to have this delivered to your home or office, contact me. I will be happy to add you to our list.

45 Fantastic Vacations

Adrienne Sasson, DS, CSS
Rubinsohn Travel - Virtuoso
The Pavilion
261 Old York Road - Suite 205
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Office: 215-886-5200, ext. 65
Tollfree: 1-800-501-8519, ext. 65
Direct: 267-879-8250
www.atravelspecialist.com
adrienne@rubinsohntravel.com
Blog: http://atravelspecialist.blogspot.com
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Monday, April 5, 2010

Machu Picchu Reopens For Tourism

After many longs months of anticipation, one of the world's most beautiful historical and cultural sights reopens. The Peruvian government was force to close this popular touring area after devastating rains flooded the site in late January.

Thousands of tourists and area residents were left stranded when torrential rains fell in the region. Due to mudslides caused by the floods, roadways and rail service were blocked. The only way out was by helicopter. Unfortunately due to poor visibility and continued bad weather, people remained in the towns and villages below for days.

Machu Picchu sits about 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) above sea level in the Andes Mountain range. This site of the Inca ruins was named by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1983. It is Peru's most popular tourism site and responsible for the largest portion of their tourism income.

On April 1, 2010, the ancient site of Machu Picchu was reopened for tourism. This Inca citadel was built around 1450, but abandoned about 100 years later. The Inca site was refound by Hiram Bingham in 1911. Several theories as to why the Incas built this high outpost surround this ancient gift to us.

To visit Machu Picchu, visitors must go through the quaint town of Cusco. This town was recognized by the early Spanish conquerors in the 17th and 18th centuries. Not only is Cusco the gateway to the Inca Citadel perched in the Andes Mountains, but the town has a culture and life of it's own. Beautiful markets, the town square, Plaza de Armas, Chapel of Sagrada Familia and more charm the thousands of tourists on their way to the mystical ruins.

Want to know more about travel to Peru? Call me and let me help you plan your own Peruvian discovery. This is the perfect family vacation.

Adrienne Sasson, DS, CSS
Rubinsohn Travel - Virtuoso
The Pavilion
261 Old York Road - Suite 205
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Office: 215-886-5200, ext. 65
Tollfree: 1-800-501-8519, ext. 65
Direct: 267-879-8250
www.atravelspecialist.com
adrienne@rubinsohntravel.com
Blog: http://atravelspecialist.blogspot.com
Facebook: Adrienne at Rubinsohn Travel
Proud Members of ASTA/CLIA/IATA

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

New US Passport Fees

Need a new passport? Better get moving soon. New passport fees are scheduled to go into effect sometime next month according to authorities.

The new fees announced by the US Passport office are as listed below:

Total Cost: $135 for a first-time U.S. Passport Book for adults (age 16 and over)
Total Cost: $110 for U.S. Passport Book renewal (age 16 and over only)
Total Cost: $105 for a U.S. Passport Book for minors (under age 16)
Total Cost: $55 for a first-time U.S. Passport Card for adults (age 16 and over)
Total Cost: $30 for a U.S. Passport Card for adults (age 16 and over) who currently hold a fully valid U.S. Passport
Total Cost: $40 for a U.S. Passport Card for minors (under age 16)
Total Cost: $82 for additional visa pages

Also changing is the process for a minor under the age of 16 applying for a new passport. Now all parties, both parents and child must appear in person to apply for the new passport. Passports for adults will still be valid for 10 years and children's passports for 5 years. Not only are passports required for all travel outside of the US (unless you are using a passport card for a border crossing only), but more and more, passports are also being used as legal identification when a driver's license is not available.

You can expect a 6 to 8 week wait for your new or renewed passport. If you need to expedite the issuing of a passport, that fee will remain at $60.00 per passport.

To apply for a passport, visit the official US Passport site. You will find the link below. Print out the application and take it to a local post office. Most post offices have scheduled times for passport processing. Contact your local post office for their hours.

Now that you have your passport, where are you going to go with it? Contact me and let's find the perfect vacation together.

US Passport Information

USPS Office Locator

Adrienne

Adrienne Sasson, DS, CSS
Rubinsohn Travel - Virtuoso
The Pavilion
261 Old York Road - Suite 205
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Office: 215-886-5200, ext. 65
Tollfree: 1-800-501-8519, ext. 65
Direct: 267-879-8250
www.atravelspecialist.com
adrienne@rubinsohntravel.com
Blog: http://atravelspecialist.blogspot.com
Facebook: Adrienne at Rubinsohn Travel
Proud Members of ASTA/CLIA/IATA

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Escape To The Islands

Relaxing breezes, warm sand and and refreshing ocean waters...your vacations can't get any better, or can it?

Plan your vacation with this Virtuoso offer and your vacation can get better! Let this issue of Virtuoso Life show you how to get the best of the beaches. This month Virtuoso Life reveals the 25 top beaches with fabulous offers to match.

Go ahead, click on the link below and then call me to book your Virtuoso Luxury Beach Vacation. You'll be glad you looked!

Virtuoso Life Islands Issue

Call me and find out why I am the Travel Specialist!
Tours to Europe - CentralHolidays.com

Monday, March 8, 2010

Shoe Scanners, Coming To An Airport Near You

One of the most annoying things about going to the airport is going through security. As we wait in line, we are readying ourselves to remove our belts, jackets, the extra change in our pockets and anything else which make that annoying signal sound as we walk through the scanner.

Oh, and seems I forgot, we need to take our shoes off in many airports too! So added to that along with everything else, we are untying, unbuckling, and slipping out of shoes. Even worse is retrieving your shoes and doing that awkward dance of balance while putting your shoes back on. So by the time we undress and dress, the line seems to move ever so slowly.

But now, we may get a reprieve soon. Thanks to Israeli technology developed in 2003 in answer to the growing need for more security in airports, the shoe scanner was unveiled. This piece of equipment can detect metal or explosives which may be hidden in a shoe. This devise will have you simply step on a scanner, it will read your shoes and you keep on going, relieving some of the tie ups in the security line.

So now after a few years of refinement, the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) has announced it plans to buy 100 units by next year. The TSA has not yet announced where these units will be placed however. Hopefully this will get all of us through the lines faster and with an added ounce of security.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Silversea Cruises Incredible Savings Offer

Dreaming about a luxury cruise? Dream no more, wake up because your dream has been answered.

Silversea Cruises is offering "tempting destinations and irresistible discounts." Book now and get the best of Silversea's selected cruise offers. Receive free airfare and up to 60% off of the published cruise pricing.

Click on the link below for more details. These wonderful offers are exclusive to Virtuoso. So don't delay, contact me today for your sailing pleasure!

Silversea Virtuoso Offer

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Wellness and Spa Vacations

Over the past several years the popularity of spa and wellness travel has rapidly grown. So many of us say we need a vacation, we need to rest, we need to recharge our batteries. While this is so, very few of us really take a true rest and relaxation vacation.

Yes, we go, sit on the beach or by the pool or even a scenic lake. We bring a book and have a drink. However, have we really recharged our batteries? Have we done anything for our body or soul to reach a true rested, relaxed and healthy state?

I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Charles Wills, the creator of the Wills Wellness System. The Wills Wellness System is a well refined wellness system created during 16 years of study through out the Caribbean which uses holistic methods of healing the body. Along with his studies in the Caribbean, Charles had also studied with leading authorities in neuro-feedback and life extension, meditation and more.

His wellness treatments help heal the body in numerous ways. He frequently treats clients with issues including the inability to sleep well, high stress, and pain management. Charles' healing methods have helped many high level executives, celebrities and athletes fine tune their bodies and mind for better productivity, body and mind balance.

Luckily, Charles and the Wills Wellness System is not just for the executives of large corporations or celebrities. These wellness treatments are now available at Zoetry Agua Resort in Punta Cana. While visiting the beautiful Zoetry Agua, you can take advantage of not just spa treatments, but a true relaxation and healing vacation.

The newest addition to the Wills Wellness System is the Family Wellness Retreat. Families are now welcome to visit Zoetry Agua. Children accompanying the family must be over the age of 12. These wellness vacations will be available limited times through the year.

Other wellness techniques taught by the Wills Wellness System are:

Raising your I.Q. and Memory Retention
Pain Free Living
Weight loss
Reconnecting with yourself and your partner
Biology of thoughts
Numerology Review
IBS
Anxiety
Fibromyalgia
Living Younger Longer

Not only are families welcome, but also small groups including girl friend getaways and of course small corporate events. Of course, you don't have to be part of a group to take advantage of the wellness system. Brides and grooms, after the stress of planning the wedding, start your lives together learning to connect with your new life partner and techniques to unstress and relax for a blissful honeymoon and marriage.

Coming soon, 3 day special couples and single treatment packages!

Now is the time to think about your wellness. When considering your vacation, make it a wellness, a Wills Wellness Systems retreat. For more information about your Zoetry Auga Wills Wellness Systems Retreat, call me. I will be able to help you not only make your reservation, but reserve your treatments for your wellness.

When you reserve your resort reservation and treatment, I will have a special offer to you available exclusively through me from Charles Wills. So call me soon, don't delay.

Make your next vacation a true vacation. Return home a new you, healthier and better than ever!