Day: July 4, 2017

These Best Beaches in Istria Are Waiting For You

July 4, 2017

The largest peninsula in the Adriatic, Istria is shaped like a triangle, the lower two sides of which have a coastline. Naturally, this means that there’s plenty of swimming and sunbathing to be done in Istria. Below, we’ll explore the best beaches in Istria, places where you can wind down and soak up some Istrian […]

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NEW TEST: TSA Still Failing to Detect 95% of Threats

July 4, 2017

The TSA has failed to meaningfully detect dangerous items going through the checkpoint for years. Two years ago their disclosed 95% failure rate seemed shocking and surprising to many but is hardly new, ten years ago they had a 91% failure rate. Much hand wringing ensued. There’s no meaningful deterrence at that level of failure. […]

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When in Istria Head East to Discover Rabac & Labin Croatia

July 4, 2017

I am always banging on about how Croatia is packed with fantastic sights and places to visit for total rest and relaxation, but there are many places in Croatia which never get the publicity that they so rightly deserve. Some of these travel destinations are slightly hidden away, hidden gems, one could say, others are just […]

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5 Places to Go Forest Bathing

July 4, 2017

Need to relieve stress? It can be as simple as taking a walk through the woods thanks to the Japanese practice known as Shinrin-yoku, or simply, forest bathing. The theory is that trees produce organic compounds that, when released into the air, offer restorative health benefits by lowering stress levels and boosting immunity. Here are […]

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My Loud Sheraton Toilet, More Priority Pass Restaurants and the Best Use of SkyMiles

July 4, 2017

News and notes from around the interweb: A look inside Norwegian’s first Boeing 737 MAX Just like at Sydney airport Priority Pass has added ‘restaurant as lounge’ options at Brisbane with 3 places offering $36 credit to guests. A look at the brand new Alaska Airlines C Concourse Lounge in Seattle OfficeMax and Office Depot […]

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The 10 Best Places to Buy Korean Beauty Products

July 4, 2017

Korean beauty products are so much more than cutesy packaging. Many of these brands offer high-performance, innovative products not always available in American drugstores and department stores. But now, thanks to the global Korean beauty phenomenon, an ever-growing market makes them more accessible than ever. Luckily, newbies and experts alike can elevate their K-beauty routine […]

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Daufuskie Island: South Carolina’s Island Oasis

July 4, 2017

The coast of South Carolina offers several appealing options for vacation getaways such as Charleston, Folly Beach, Hilton Head and Edisto Beach but one of the state’s best kept secrets is Daufuskie Island, which is only accessible by ferry. Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island A sunset view of the Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island, South […]

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Minor Change to How American Airlines Handles Voluntary Denied Boardings

July 4, 2017

Dr. David Dao’s dragging thrust airline overbooking policies into the national spotlight in April. Airlines quickly revised their policies. Within days of the David Dao incident American Airlines updated its contract of carriage to say that they “will not involuntarily remove a revenue passenger who has already boarded in order to give a seat to […]

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Top International Wine Picks

July 4, 2017

When it comes to interesting international wines, sommelier and general manager Charles Ford of Chicago’s Sky Restaurant is an advocate for the unexpected and under-the-radar varietals. Roam asked Ford for his best wine picks, including from unexpected Canadian, Lebanese and Spanish vineyards. We love wine as a travel souvenir: nothing allows you to revisit a […]

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Croatia Family Holidays Are The Best at Family Hotel Amarin

July 4, 2017

When it comes to finding the best place to stay with kids in Croatia, there are loads of options. But, you need to do your research. Well, never fear we have done it for you. Early this year our family took a weekend trip to Rovinj and stayed at the flawless Family Hotel Amarin, Rovinj. […]

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