On the road this morning heading home to Sin City from the City of Angels on Easter.
How appropriate…
On The Road – Again
Two men find a way to work around excess baggage fees on airline
So – crazy or genius?
Two men flying from Singapore to Sydney were stopped at the airport check-in counter and told their luggage was over-weight and they would have to pay a $130 fee to check the bag.
“Totes no prob” the guys said.
The two stepped to the side of the counter and began putting on as much of the excess clothing as they could. From Yahoo Travel:
Piece by piece, the men started taking items out of their bag and putting them on.
In the end, the boys were wearing multiple layers of underwear, sweaters, jackets, and hats.
Our favorite part is the pair of shoes tucked into one mans pants.
After all was said and worn, their bag was lighter, and they were spared the extra baggage fee.
After their shenanigans, an airline staff member warned the pair and was overheard saying, “I am going to come to the gate and make sure you are still wearing everything.”
Cute Hotwire ad features gay couple
The travel website Hotwire has a cute spot that features a gay couple going on vacation for some much needed rest.
Alex Chacon’s epic 360° “selfie” from over 36 countries in 600 days
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| World traveler Alex Chacon |
36 countries, 600 days, 5 motorcycles, and 125,946 miles. That’s the basis for the most epic travel “selfie” compiled by hottie Alex Chacon.
The footage, taken with a GoPro camera and a stick, is gorgeous. The three minute video opens a window to what must have been an amazing adventure.
From the YouTube description: Alex Chacon is on a Modern Motorcycle Diaries driving his motorcycle over 200,000+ Km crossing 75+ borders around the world to the most remote and undiscovered places on earth on this charitable expedition.
Find more about Alex and his travels at www.ModernMotoDiaries.com
Miami Beach says ‘Hey!’
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| Hubby Michael and I on Miami Beach for a moment. Merry, merry everyone! |
Only found about 20 minutes to enjoy the actual ‘beach’ at Miami Beach this trip, but it was beautiful weather.
Nice company, too.
Watching the snow in Chicago now on layover as United Airlines pulls a light bulb from a plane so we can take off and get home. Delayed two hours so far.
More wine!
Miami: View of the day
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| View from my hotel today in Miami Beach |
So, the travel continues as I’ve tagged along on another trip with husband Michael. This time down to Miami Beach.
The world-famous Chippendales will be opening a new company here at The Mansion in Miami Beach in January 2014, and some of the guys are here for press events which will also include open auditions tomorrow to be attended by local media.
I’m here for a little warm weather after the past week in NYC, and to look at the very, very pretty people.
More wine!
Man hilariously live-tweets feud with annoying passenger on delayed Thanksgiving flight
FAA to drop guidelines banning use of electronic devices during take-off and landing
After years of saying electronic devices made for unsafe travel, the FAA announced today that fliers WILL be allowed to use smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices during take-off and landings.
Huffington Post has the details:
“Passengers will eventually be able to read e-books, play games, and watch videos on their devices during all phases of flight, with very limited exceptions,” the agency wrote in a release.
Previously, passengers needed to turn off all electronics before a plane could take off, and only power them back up again above 10,000 feet. When the plane dipped back below 10,000 feet as it descended to land, devices needed to be shut off again.
Knowing that modern fliers bristled at the ban, the FAA will now allow those flying on qualified airlines to keep devices on during all stages of flight. Electronics will need to be placed in the seat back pocket during takeoff and landing.
However, a few activities will still not be allowed under the new rules. Passengers are still prohibited to make cell phone calls in the air. Connecting to the Internet, if a plane offers that service, will still be banned under 10,000 feet.
Airlines will need to pass testing on aircraft to make sure there will be no problem before allowing the use of the devices.
Heartbreak leads to world travel for Morgan Reynolds
What do you do when you find a long-term romance has ended?
Well, Morgan Reynolds took a musical trip around the world singing Barbra Streisand.
Watch Morgan as he hits five countries and 20 locations singing “Don’t Rain On My Parade.” I’ve gotta say, it’s really well shot. Some great angles and framing of the international landmarks he hit.
(via Towleroad)
Gaia Retreat and Spa 2013
So, my husband Michael has been “down under” in Australia helping handle press for the opening of the final phase of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre. You can see pics from those events here.
While there, since it’s SOOO far away, he is taking a few days for R&R at Olivia’s award-winning Gaia Retreat and Spa (World Luxury Spa Award, Conde Nast Traveller Award, Traveller’s Choice Awards, featured on Oprah, many more).
I got to visit there last year and it’s truly a beautiful place to disconnect, unwind and pamper yourself. Located in the stunning hinterland region of Byron Bay, it’s hard to imagine a place more perfect for realigning yourself. Gorgeous day spa with every service you could want; the food served at Kukura House is fantastic and fab for you; there’s a gym; nearby beaches; name it, it’s there to help you unwind.
Whether you get a massage, head to a local beach, walk and relax on the property grounds, work out in the gym or hang out at Kukura House (the main building for meals and checking in), it’s not to be missed.
Here’s just some of the pics Michael took on this trip. If you’re ever in Australia looking to escape the stresses of daily life, make sure you check out what many call “magical” and “special.”
Click on any of the pics below to enlarge.
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| Inside Kukura House |
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| Inside Kukura House |
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| Inside Kukura House |
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| Coffee on the veranda at Kukura House |
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| One of the 18 or so bungalows at Gaia. Not many rooms, so very private and tranquil. |
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| Yes, you can buy Olivia’s cookbook plus some healing music like “Grace and Gratitude” in the small boutique at Kukura House |