How to Keep a Travel Blog

June 28, 2008 - 6:19 am No Comments
Are you one of those people who just love to make your friends jealous by sending off giant emails with every detail of your trip? Well, technology has improved to the point that you can now go one better. By keeping a Travel Blog as you move along, you'll be able to keep all your friends up to date on what you're up to, without clogging up their inbox. You can also upload Photos from the road, and even track your progress on a World Map!
  1. Do some Research. There are plenty of good Blog hosts out there, and several of them are tailored specifically to Travelers. While you can't really go wrong with a generic Blog host like Blogger, you'll probably be better off going with a host that specializes in Travel Blogs. Here are a few Free options that offer unlimited Photo storage and will plot your travels on a Map:
  2. Do some more research. Then sign up for an account. Don't forget your username and password!
  3. Get a good Digital Camera, and make sure it has a standard format memory card. Most modern cameras will use Secure Digital (SD) or Compact Flash (CF) memory cards. Be sure that you have a little USB card reader for the type of memory that your camera uses. Some brands, such as Cannon, will have a special cable that you can use to plug the camera directly into a computer. Don't forget to bring this along!
  4. Send off a HUGE Email to everybody you know, telling them where to find your Blog.
  5. Go!
  6. Jot down details about your trip every once in a while. Try doing this while it's still fresh in your mind. You can refer back to these later when you're writing a blog entry, making sure you don't forget any details.
  7. Find Internet Cafes on The Road. Log onto your Blog host and spout off about the great time you're having. Computers at most internet cafes will have USB ports that allow you to plug in your card reader or digital camera to transfer photos. If not, they'll always have at least one machine with a universal reader. Just ask the guy at the desk.
  8. When you get home, edit some of those frantic posts you made from the road. Upload some more photos now that you have a better internet connection. Polish your Blog so that others can stumble across it and use it for inspiration!

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Rental Vacations: Save on Groceries

June 23, 2008 - 2:25 pm No Comments

During the final countdown before traveling to the Outer Banks for a long awaited vacation, there are smart options to consider in the planning process.  More than likely, you live within a close proximity to a Sam’s Club or Costco, you can purchase many of the food and supplies you will need in quantity which will provide savings on the total cost of the trip as well as utilize less packaging making you environmentally responsible! 

Have each family that is going take one or two lunch and dinner times to prepare the meals for the whole group.  This way, everyone can plan the menus and shop with lists.  This will cut down on unnecessary purchases and unused food going to waste.

During our peak season, (the months of June, July, and August), the weather is very warm.  Your family will enjoy summer dishes with less meat; which means more salads, fruits, and vegetables.  There are local farmer’s marketing fresh, in-season produce in every town here.  Plus, you will be supporting the local farmers here on the Outer Banks.

Avoid throwing away the food that you do buy, plan to eat your leftovers.  Pack a picnic lunch and take it to the beach with you.  Everyone will enjoy making a day at the beach with everything you need right there at your finger tips.

Even though Eggs are up in price like all staples, but they are still a bargain form of protein compared to fresh fish or meat. Go for pastured eggs or cage-free organic for best quality and humane treatment of chickens.

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Keadeen Hotel, dublin's finest

June 22, 2008 - 7:09 pm No Comments
Keadeen Hotel is a great hotel in Kildare County that provides quality four star accommodation with all the comforts and conveniences people have come to expect from world class hotels. This hotel has been welcoming guests for over thirty five years. The hotel is located just 30 minutes drive from Dublin. The hotel offers seventy five spacious and comfortable rooms with all the modern amenities like TV, tea/coffee making facilities etc. All of the rooms are en-suite. A swimming pool and fitness club allow the guests the freedom to stretch their body’s capabilities to the limits, thus maintaining perfect fitness to achieve that cool look. The hotel is located amidst acres of award winning gardens that provide a serene setting for some nice relaxing walking in the mornings and afternoons. Derby restaurant at the hotel has also won awards for its excellent customer service and perfectly conceived delightful cuisines. The drawing room lounge and bar provide ample opportunities to the guests to get to know one another and make friends from all over the world.

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CarolineDesign Reservation

June 19, 2008 - 9:15 am No Comments
Thanks to our incredible technical team, our guests can view the details of their reservation by simply accessing their Guest Lease Information.  The guest would use their lease number and zip code as their login information to view their reservation page.  The page details specifics about the guest, arrival and departure times, payment history and monies owed, due dates, and their vacation destination.  From this page, they may view their actual lease agreement and print it out.

This information is available from the homepage of our web site and introduced to them when using the site to make online reservations.  This feature will be invaluable to our guests and streamline the reservation process for them as well.

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Slieve Donard Hotel

June 14, 2008 - 7:19 am No Comments
Slieve Donard Hotel in County Down is a grand four star hotel that has been providing comfort and excellent customer service for its esteemed guests for over a hundred years. You can expect the very best of Irish hospitality here. This magnificent hotel also features the world class Royal County Down Golf Course on its premises. With 126 spacious bedrooms, dining in the gardens and an awesome leisure centre, this is the perfect place to stay in County Down.

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