By: Jim ScherrerAs we all know, Christopher Columbus, while searching for China, first discovered the Americas when he arrived in San Salvador in 1492. On his second voyage, he landed in the Caribbean Islands, and on his last voyage in 1498, he arrived in the area of Venezuela. In 1497, the Italian sailor Giovanni Caboto (John Cabot), exploring on behalf of England, landed in Labrador and Newfoundland. Unfortunately, neither of these sailors was...more
Author: AnkitGlittery life and lavish life style, this is the main asset of our celebrity residing in the town of success. Hollywood Gossips related to the personal and professional life of the celebrities are on tips of every small kid. Not only Bollywood, people are now growing toward the English cinema creating eagerness in knowing more about the lives of Hollywood celebrities. What is going in the life of their favorite celebrity, what are...more
In making holiday plans, we all take a lot of things into consideration. And almost as always, it has something to do with the timing and means of getting the cheapest airfare, hotel accommodations, and travel packages. Studies have shown that everybody plans to travel at least once a year, and this article aims to discuss the tips on how to make the best plans this holiday.Decide where to go. In order to make a decision on where to go this holiday, we should always consider our personal preference, the amount of time we have, and our budget. The more time and budget you have the further and longer you can go with your holiday. But it all starts with your personal preference. Shop around. The next thing you should do is to look for the best holiday deals in your local agents or online. The best deals usually include the best airfare deal and hotel accommodation packages. Some people like prefer travel agencies to get the best holiday deal for them while others like to go online or scout around and book their air tickets and hotel rooms themselves.A good way to look for cheap airfare is going online in the internet and through newspapers. You can find a lot of great airfare packages...more
Perhaps you enjoy the frenzy of gift shopping each year. I hate it. I am too busy for Christmas shopping and have things I would far rather do.Perhaps you manage to buy unusual gifts for everyone and their faces light up with delight when they open their Christmas presents. My family make polite ripples of appreciation, then I find the chocolates,...more
Author: Anthony GiudiceIn order to maintain a competitive advantage Travel Passport Visa Center has brought on Nathan Johnson, a young programming star out of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Mr. Johnson joined Travel Passport Visa Center after five years with Sorriso Technologies, Inc with experience in world markets specializing in financial...more
As one of the world most popular airlines, British Airways is responsible for taking passengers all around the world all year round. The airline flies to most major airports around the world and have built up a high reputation for being reliable, honest and value for money. However due to the recent decision to cut 1,700 jobs and freeze pay for current staff, there is a high possibility that we will see a strike by British Airways staff. The Unite Union will announce the result of their strike ballot on the 14th December, if workers have decided to go ahead with the strike, Christmas holidaymakers will see their plans thrown into chaos. If there is a strike, the earliest day for it to begin is the 21st December. Anyone travelling during this period could face the prospect of a ruined holiday, as nearly 14,000 cabin crew will walk out for a minimum four day period. Derek Simpson, the union's joint general secretary has stated that 'British Airways managements determination to impose unacceptable contractual changes on cabin crew leaves us no alternative' the union has spoke out about there intention to fully support their members if they vote for industrial action. If the strike...more
If you're in the northern hemisphere and looking at making a trip to Australia's Sunshine Coast you're thinking the same way as a lot of other people in the world. November to March brings summer to this fabulous destination, bringing tourists from...more
The tradition of the Christmas letter, or any annual letter sent to a wide variety of friends, family and business associates at some other time of the year, has become a phenomenon of the past. With the rise of social media, the annual update letter...more
Author: Gen WrightCold weather got you down? Tired of freezing temperatures and day after day of the same job, same restaurants, same movies, and same shopping malls? Luckily, everyone gets a holiday every now and then, and those holidays are much...more
Author: Anthony GiudiceThe first Monday of 2010 marked the launch of Travel Passport Visa Center’s new web campaign. This campaign encompasses a new management team including Adam Kranz and Andrew Durgee, a new website, and multiple new marketing...more
No matter whether you are looking for some cool Halloween costumes for your kids or some adults in your home, you will still be able to easily find those in order to enjoy costume parties. However, when you are out there looking for some cool...more
Come summer vacation or the holidays, people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of their busy lives often go to the beach for a much-needed rest and relaxation. Unfortunately, not all beaches give the kind of enjoyment we were hoping for...more