Learn from the Travel Gurus at one of the Travel Seminars taking place on Saturday and Sunday.
Check back often as more seminars are added to the schedule.
   
 
Saturday, March 24
12:00pm Ed Salvato, PlanetOut and Keith Orr, WFNX Gay Travel: Hot New Destinations, Events, Tours and Cruises
Gay travel experts Ed Salvato and Keith Orr from Boston's WFNX share information on planning the next GLBT vacation, from cruising in the Caribbean to traveling to gay-friendly destinations in the U.S.
12:30pm H2Outfitters "Adventures for a Lifetime: Paddling the Seven Seas" Presented by H2Outfitters
Enjoy a journey with H2Outfitters’ Jeff Cooper as he guides you through some “adventures for a lifetime” that mix culture, comfort and paddling adventure into a unique experience. Paddle the Inland Sea of Japan, the Amalfi Coast of Italy, the heathered coastline of Ireland, the azure waters of Belize, and the dramatic coastline of Maine.
1:00pm Sheri Pasternak, Cruise Travel Outlet/Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean Cruise Tours to Alaska & Europe
Royal Caribbean offers the real Alaska experience, where the mountains are taller, the rivers mightier and the wildlife more plentiful than any place on earth. They also offer European itineraries to the Scandinavian peninsula, Baltic states, and the Netherlands; or even Western European cruises to Paris, Dublin, Barcelona, and the south of France. Both cruises offer unlimited first-rate cuisine and activities on comfortable and well-appointed cruise ships.
1:30pm Disney Destinations Experience Disney Magic Beyond the Theme Parks
When you travel with Disney, the magic travels with you! Explore some of the most sought-after destinations in the world including Italy, Spain and Ireland with Adventures by Disney, our new guided group tour experience. Or set sail on the high seas with other pirates and discover magical ports of call on Disney Cruise Line®. Presented by Disney Destinations, LLC.
2:00pm Arthur & Pauline Frommer The Ten Great Myths of Travel (and Ten Great Truths)
Arthur and Pauline Frommer discuss how your vacation can be derailed by conventional wisdom. And conversely, they’ll point out the little known rules that will always work to make your trip a success.
3:00pm America's Vacation Center Insider Secrets to Save a Bundle on Your Cruise Vacation
Presented by America's Vacation Center / American Express, learn how you can upgrade your cruise experience while saving money. With seven new ships coming out this year, now is the time to cruise! One lucky audience member will win a $100 discount coupon off their next 7-day or longer cruise vacation booked through AVC.
3:30pm Newport RI Visitors Bureau Destination Newport Rhode Island - Be it a romantic escape for two, a family vacation, or a girlfriend getaway, there's just something special about Newport. So whatever your reason, start planning today and soon you'll be curling up with a good book in a cozy inn with a steaming cup of tea, dining beside the fireplace in a historic restaurant, or just taking in the crisp air on a long walk. And don't forget area attractions like magnificent mansions, coastal vineyards, and distinctive museums!
4:00pm Stephanie Abrams Castle Hopping in Ireland and France
Nationally syndicated radio talk show travel expert Stephanie Abrams whisks you off to an elegant era with her Castle-Hopping itinerary of Ireland and France. Learn about the fairytale castles to visit by day and the castles to stay at along the way! Stephanie provides practical advice to help make the fairytale experience work for every budget! Everyone deserves to live as royalty has and Stephanie Abrams shows you how! (www.sabrams.com)
4:30pm Green Mountain Railroad Take a Vermont Flyer!
Offering several unique itineraries, the Green Mountain Railroad allows you to relive the days when travel was an exciting adventure. Climb aboard and travel through the scenic Vermont countryside in restored coaches pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive, where you'll experience major rivers, small communities, and historic covered bridges.
5:00pm Poland Springs Resort Poland Springs: Yesterday and Today
Hear about the fascinating history of Poland Springs Resort, where Presidents and Kings spent their summers, to today, where families can create their own memories at the best resort value anywhere in Maine.
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Sunday, March 25
12:00pm Women's Travel Club / Club ABC Tours Women's Travel: Tours, Adventure and Sports
Phyllis Stoller, director of Women's Travel Club (part of Club ABC Tours), discusses the future of women's travel with experts Mary Beth Bond, author of many books on women and travel, and Sherry Schwarz, editor of Transitions Abroad and expert on volunteer vacations.
12:30pm Renaissance Providence Hotel Inspiration Revealed - Rhode Island’s Largest Historic Restoration Project
78 years ago, on the eve of the Depression, hammers and saws fell abruptly silent, ending construction of Providence's neo-classical Masonic Temple and leaving the building an empty shell for over seven decades. Now, in what is the largest historic restoration project ever undertaken in Rhode Island history, the Masonic Temple has been transformed into a masterful work of art: the Renaissance Providence Hotel.
1:00pm New Brunswick Tourism Destination New Brunswick
Yes, you can walk on the Ocean floor…in New Brunswick, Canada. Come learn more about the world’s highest tides in the Bay of Fundy, our Natural Wonders, vibrant cities and Maritime culture.
1:30pm Disney Destinations Experience Disney Magic Beyond the Theme Parks
When you travel with Disney, the magic travels with you! Explore some of the most sought-after destinations in the world including Italy, Spain and Ireland with Adventures by Disney, our new guided group tour experience. Or set sail on the high seas with other pirates and discover magical ports of call on Disney Cruise Line®. Presented by Disney Destinations, LLC.
2:00pm Kathy Dragon A Boomers Guide to Travel Experiences of a Lifetime
Boomers' passion for experiences is driving unprecedented growth in the travel industry. Searching for adventure? Escape? Cultural connection? Volunteer and learning opportunities? Family experiences? Join Boomer travel expert Kathy Dragon for a look at experiential travel and the destinations and operators who are focusing on this trend.
2:30pm Peter Greenberg Travel Safety and Security in an Uncertain World
Peter Greenberg, Travel Editor for NBC’s Today Show, CNBC and MSNBC and the Contributing Editor for AOL, dispels travelers' fears and describes how to put the joy back into traveling.
3:30pm Tom Haines, Boston Globe writer Into a Changing China: From Shanghai to Shandong
Boston Globe staff travel writer Tom Haines recounts a cultural journey into China, from the sprawling skyline of the country's financial hub to the wheat fields of Confucius's home province.