By Diana Rosario
Your weekly roundup of the latest travel deals, airline and hotel buzz, destination information, and more.
Your weekly roundup of the latest travel deals, airline and hotel buzz, destination information, and more.
Travel Forecast: Predictions of Highest Labor Day Travel This Year
Are
you heading out of town this Labor Day weekend? Then you are one of
35.5 million Americans who are expected to travel between the dates of
September 3rd and September 7th. The AAA is projecting the highest
volume of U.S. travel since 2008—even though the holiday falls later
this year. While most people traveling this Labor Day
weekend (86%) will be driving, the number of people hopping on planes
is also expected to rise. Falling gas prices, increased job security,
and feelings of greater job security may be a big factor in the number
of Americans who are choosing to spend money on travel.
Travel Idea: Hit Up An Urban Winery
Vino and music lovers who live in or who are traveling to Seattle shouldn't miss Jet City, the largest urban winery on the West Coast that's also hosting concerts and other community events.
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Washington vinter Charles Smith celebrated the
grand-opening of the winery by hosting an exclusive private party for
1,500 guests this summer. The renovated facility now features two
tasting rooms that will be open to the public every Wednesday through
Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, and will pour some of the region’s best
wines.
All On Board with New Disney Alcohol Policy
The idea of drinking and Disney may not go hand in hand, but know that the family entertainment company is cracking down on byob on their cruise ships. Their new alcohol policy
requires passengers' to put any alcoholic beverages they're packing in
carry-on luggage, and anyone caught carrying alcohol in their checked
luggage will have it confiscated (we're guessing Mickey and Minnie will
use it for their own private party). Also, any alcoholic beverages you
carry on may now only be consumed in private cabins - those who wish to
drink their own alcohol in the ship’s dining room will have to pay a
fee.
Travel Industry Remembers Keith Bellows
This week, we mourn the loss of former National Geographic Traveler Editor
Keith Bellows. Bellows will be remembered not only by those in the
travel industry, but by countless individuals around the world who were
touched by his passion, energy, and love of travel. Keith served as the
editor-in-chief of National Geographic Traveler for 17 years, was the author of many travel books, and was a director at Family Travel Association,
a nonprofit dedicated to changing lives through travel. Bellows
believed wholeheartedly in the importance of travel referring to it as
"the world's most powerful learning tool." Bellows who passed away on
Saturday at age 63 after a long illness, is survived by his wife and
three children.
Inspiring Writing Retreat in Park City, UT
If
you've always wanted to hone your writing skills while sharing your
travel and personal stories, then the "Journey into Your Story" writing
retreat may be the perfect weekend getaway. Located in the scenic
mountains of Park City, Utah,
25 women will have the opportunity to learn practical writing tips
while connecting with other like-minded individuals in a creative
environment. The retreat, which was founded by writer Stacy Dymalski and
life coach Stephanie Barton, will take place from September 25th to
27th. Visit the event's official website to register or for more information.
