But [we] wait in Casablanca—and wait—and wait—and wait
Little did I know that, on the eve of our great North Africa adventure, our decision to screen Casablanca would be the inspiration for one...
Year: 2010
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I shouldn’t be allowed to shop in the souks
I actually enjoy the somewhat controlled chaos that comes from wandering amongst the souks in Marrakesh. Much like the bazaars of Turkey, the souks mostly...
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A tale of two tombs in Marrakesh
Certainly there are plenty more than just two sets of tombs in Marrakesh but there are two relatively famous interment sites that are absolutely worth...
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A ride on the Marrakesh Express
I have to say, with a smidgen of disappointment, that our experience on the train from Casablanca to Marrakesh was quite different from that of...
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First task in Marrakesh: Get Lost!
Getting lost in Marrakesh is pretty simple. Head into the Medina and take about 3 steps. Congratulations; you’re now almost certainly lost. Okay, so maybe...
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Aeroplan cracking down on partner bookings??
First there was the announcement that Air Canada’s Aeroplan program would require flights on AC metal to earn elite status. Now there are rumors floating...
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A winter afternoon in Ithaca’s Fall Creek Gorge
Sure, it was blustery and cold outside, but that doesn’t make a winter afternoon in upstate New York any less beautiful. Indeed, the cold added...
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Expedia joins the Orbitz/American Airlines fight
In what can only be described as an incredibly strange show of support for a staunch competitor, online travel agency (OTA) Expedia has decided to...
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More upgrade options for Star Alliance
Three more airlines have joined the Star Alliance upgrade program this month, bringing the total number or participating carriers up to 19. The new entrants...
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American Airlines to pull inventory from Orbitz
American Airlines has received a favorable court decision from a judge in Illinois this afternoon, allowing it to pull its fares from the search results...
