Ruth's Journey

Sharing my travel experiences

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Fly to Hawaii on Southwest for $49 — Condé Nast Traveler

The first planes take off March 17.

Here’s a deal from Oakland to Hawaii

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The Best Places to Travel in February — Travel + Leisure

The Exumas' 365 cays are part of the Bahamas which in total consists of 700 islands and about 2,400 cays. About 35 miles southeast of Nassau

#wheretotravel #wintervacation #fourseasonstravel #winterfun

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Longest non-stop flight lands in New York

The Singapore Airlines aircraft flew 15,000km over almost 18 hours from Singapore to New York.

Can you imagine flying on a plane for almost 18 hours straight??

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You Can Fly Singapore Airlines’ New First Class Suites for (Almost) Free on This One Route — Travel + Leisure

You don’t have to be rich to fly Singapore Airlines’ opulent first-class suites. You just need some airline miles and this simple strate

Sign up for KrisFlyer with Singapore Airlines because the program is a transfer partner of American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Citi ThankYou Rewards. It’s your key to fly in a luxury suite on a plane.

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Taking the College Tour by Private Jet

New luxury services offer to whisk families on a private jet outfitted with college regalia and staffed with a personal college admissions c

An exclusive method to experience the college visit with your rising senior

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Carnival, the World's Biggest Operator of Cruise Ships, Just Got Itself a Blimp

It’s the latest brand to try its hand at lighter-than-air advertising.

Promoting Carnival’s newest fleet coming in 2019. #choosefun

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Seven Last-Minute Labor Day Getaways to Book Right Now

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36 Hours in Traverse City, Mich.

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JD Power’s 2018 North American Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index by quality category:  

The following hotel brands rank highest in guest satisfaction in their respective segments:

Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton (for fourth consecutive year) Upper Upscale: Kimpton Hotels Upscale: Hilton Garden Inn (for third consecutive year) Upper Midscale: Drury Hotels (for 13th consecutive year) Midscale: Wingate by Wyndham (for fourth consecutive year) Economy: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Upper Extended Stay: Staybridge Suites (for second consecutive year) Extended Stay: Home2 Suites by Hilton

http://www.jdpower.com/press-releases/2018-north-america-hotel-guest-satisfaction-index-nagsi-study

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4 Tips for Protecting Your Trip During Hurricane Season

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Will SuperSonic Travel make a comeback?

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Glamping | A Different Kind of Vacation

GLAMPING

Get back to nature and explore extraordinary destinations with comfort and luxury.  An unorthodox approach to your next vacation.  Collective Retreats has locations in New York, Texas, Colorado and Montana.  An urban appeal with incredible southern Manhattan views or check out big sky country feeling the great outdoors in style.

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10 Great Last-Minute Summer Getaways You Can Book in July

Just because the summer is halfway over doesn’t mean it’s too late for a life-changing summer vacation. Here are 10 great trips that are best booked in July.

Still thinking about summer plans?  Let me know ... I have some good ideas.

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How to Plan the Perfect Trip With Your Significant Other This Summer

Make sure your bae-cation is one to remember — without the logistical headaches.

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from Travel Pulse 6/20/18

#6 Palma de Mallorca, Spain

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Paradise at Casa De Campo

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Yacht La Pinta in the Gallapagos. A first class way to experience the islands.