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New Courses Exclusively for Women Make Perfect Girlfriend Escapes

admin — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:03:32 +0000

Women’s Escape Weeks in 2008 include several different on-water retreats – three in sailing and one for operating power boats. These days, it’s all about finding an activity that allows women to be in command of their lives. That’s what makes these escapes so special; getting out on the water, with confidence to take the helm comfortably.

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Greece, A Love Story, Women Write about the Greek Experience

admin — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 23:19:36 +0000

New York.- By Vicki J. Yiannias
Camille Cusumaro, editor of Greece, A Love Story, published by Seal Press, writes in her introduction to the collection of stories about the Greek experience that she visited that “isle-perforated land of scintillating whites and impossible blues” for the first time in 1976. She “drank ouzo and retsina, ate the unforgettable cream of yogurts and wrapped her tongue around few Greek phrases,” and thought she had experienced the culture. But when she began working with the stories of this anthology she was carried back to Greece and her perception of the place was broadened.

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Ask anything at the forum

admin — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 17:12:04 +0000

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What does chickable mean?

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:26:01 +0000

chickable (chick·a·ble) [chik-uh-buhl] 1. Fun and likeable tavel companion on a women-only trip or gathering (aka chick trip).
2. Worthy of planning, promoting or partaking in a chick trip.
3. Website where women connect to plan, experience, discuss and win chick trips.

http://chickable.com/

My Kind of Place: Travel Stories from a Woman Who’s Been Everywhere by Susan Orlean

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:25:18 +0000

Admit it. You’re envious of Susan Orlean, that well-known and well-traveled New Yorker writer. She had the luminous Meryl Streep play her in a movie. In the film of your life, you’ll probably have Corey Feldman. She’s been to Khao San Road, Thailand — the backpacker’s best worst kept secret; as for you, the closest you’ll ever get is that bowl of moldy pad thai in your fridge. But indulging in a pique of misplaced envy is one thing, reading 304 pages of kick-ass prose is quite another. Admit it. She earns her keep, and her newest book, My Kind of Place: Travel Stories from a Woman Who’s Been Everywhere, showcases her entertaining — and dare I say it — the best travel writing this side of the hemisphere. (more…)

A Winter Traveler’s Epiphany

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:22:37 +0000

Epiphany celebrations are a wonderful way to end the holiday season. Below is a brief explanation of the symbolism associated with this Christian holy day and descriptions of Epiphany celebrations that are annually held at some of my favorite winter destinations.

The Epiphany is on 6 January, and marks the last day of the 12 days of Christmas. The word epiphany comes from the Greek and means “appearance or revelation.”

“Epiphany is celebrated by both the Eastern and Western Churches, but a major difference between them is over precisely which historical events the feast commemorates. For Western Christians the feast primarily commemorates the coming of the Magi, while in the East the feast celebrates the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan. However, in both cases the essence of the feast is the same: the manifestation of Christ to the world (whether as an infant or in the Jordan), and the Mystery of the Incarnation.”
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epiphany_(Christian)

ATHENS, GREECE
In Greece, since this day symbolizes many things including the baptism of Jesus Christ, the celebration involves the blessing of the waters. In every port city and town a procession carries a blessed crucifix to the water into which it is then thrown. Each Greek port town has its local variation of this age-old tradition. I once spent the Epiphany in Athens. The procession took place in the Piraeus, the port of Athens. The ferries that transport thousands of travelers each year to the Greek islands and the Greek naval fleet were lined up in the harbor for the blessing. Priests in full regalia carried a large crucifix followed by marching bands and Athenian notables. Loud speakers made the blessing audible to the hundreds that had gathered for this annual ritual.

Added bonus: on the Epiphany, as on other holidays, most archaeological sites and museums have free admission.
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What is Elginism?

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:22:09 +0000

Planning to visit Greece or Italy or some other destination to see their ancient treasures? Well, you may need to visit London, Paris, or some city other than you’d expect.

To learn more about why the national treasures of some countries are dispersed around the world and about “Elginism” visit the links below: (more…)

New Year’s Traditions

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:21:42 +0000

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2008!

Modern New Year’s celebrations vary from place to place, but they all have roots in ancient beliefs and customs.

In Irish “Happy New Year” is Athbhlian faoi mhaise (Ah-vleen fwee wash-eh) (more…)

Backpacking Women on the road

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:20:59 +0000

I have just come across this great website which has lots of info for the solo woman traveller on a budget. Women on the Road.

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Chickable - for travel chicks….

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:20:33 +0000

Chickable, a start-up company focused on the women travel market, has just announced the launch of its free women-only travel service at www.Chickable.com. The website is where girlfriends old and new can connect to travel for a night, a weekend or an extended vacation. According to the homepage, a woman is “chickable” if she is a fun and likeable travel companion. (more…)