This Week’s (April 22-29th) Great Reads

April 29, 2010

There has been plenty written this week about the fallout from the ash cloud.

We’ll hear more in the weeks to come as the event will be dissected and analyzed to bits. Stay tuned.

Last week The Sunday Times had this to say: Get packing: Brussels decrees holidays are a human right. The Greeks will be happy. At least they won’t have to give up holidays in the face of austerity measures.

A website worth bookmarking is called Practical Hacks. Kevin states “that he provides practical, down to earth tools, techniques and ideas to help busy people”. Every week you’ll find some gems on this site.

This week’s roundup from travel blogs around the world include the following articles.

The Best European Beach Holidays for Travel Snobs Budget, beauty, boating and beautiful people. Great pictures and interesting list.

Culturally Correct Nudity – Staying Safe If you’re traveling ouside of North America then give this a quick read.

Our Favourite Countries Seven countries are chosen from 38 visited. Some interesting outcomes.

The 10 Cheapest Cities in the World There are some surprises in the list.

How do we Pay for our Extended Family Trip This isn’t just any family trip but a 20,000 mile bike ride over 30 months from Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina. One amazing journey. I wish I was one of those kids!

money 003 This Weeks (April 22 29th) Great Reads

Much needed money to pay for an extended trip

Bed Bug Alert: What to Know Before You Go Make sure to read the comments section since it has more good advice.

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