LAST YEAR'S - FEBRUARY 2008 Travel Show Seminars
The 2009 Travel Show Seminars will
be posted later this year, please check back.
All seminars run 25 minutes, unless noted otherwise. |
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 |
| 10:00am |
SHOW FLOOR OPENS |
| 11:30am |
Cruising
from Close to Home
David Crooks of Vacation Outlet shares all the terrific
and affordable cruise vacation options that sail right from
Boston and other nearby ports. Cruise from your backyard and
save time and money by avoiding the expense and hassles of air
travel. Also learn what's new and exciting in cruising and
find the deal and cruise that's right for you! |
| 12:00-12:55pm |
The Top Travel Bargains for
the Year Ahead
Travel experts and authors Arthur and Pauline Frommer
survey the trips and destinations that always bring you the
best value for your money, and the best deals you'll find this
year. Followed by book signings at the onsite Borders
Bookstore. |
| 1:00pm |
Saint John
on the Bay of Fundy
Unspoiled natural parks with views carved by the Bay of Fundy.
Steep, history-lined streets bustling with maritime charm.
Uptown arts, dining and entertainment inspired by the passions
of the region. Whether it’s through the people you meet, the
places you visit or the sights you see, the spirit of Saint
John is always clearly in view. Experience Saint John on the
Bay of Fundy. |
| 1:30pm |
What's New for Solo & Women
Travelers
Women's travel experts Phyllis Stoller, Aleisha Agard of Boston's Heathworks
Fitness Center, and Nora Linville of American Airlines
share how solo and women travelers can have more comfortable
trips, including appropriate tours, and tips on safety and
savings on the road. |
| 2:00 -
2:55pm |
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. Followed by book signings at the
onsite Borders Bookstore. |
| 3:00pm |
Gay Travel: Hot New
Destinations, Events, Tours and Cruises
Gay travel experts Ed Salvato and Jeff Guaracino
of Greater Philadelphia Tourism share information on planning
the next GLBT vacation, from cruising in the Caribbean to
traveling to gay-friendly destinations in the U.S. |
| 3:30pm |
The
Importance of Using a Travel Agent
Irene Ross, local president of the American Society of
Travel Agents, shares why travel agents are important to
getting you the right deals and travel protection. |
| 5:00pm |
Experience Bermuda's Pink Sand
Beaches
Just under two hours from Boston, Bermuda stretches for 21
miles along turquoise waters, surrounded by a 200-square-mile
coral reef plateau. Bermuda’s diverse activities offer an
array of vacation options, including wreck dives, championship
golf, horseback riding, and world-renowned deep-sea fishing
and smooth pink beaches to rest on by day’s end.
Accommodations range from luxury resorts to intimate guest
cottages and family-run inns, all incorporating the
sophistication and hospitality unique to the Bermuda
experience. |
| 6:00pm |
SHOW FLOOR
CLOSES |
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SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 24 |
| 10:00am |
SHOW FLOOR OPENS |
| 11:30am |
It Must Be
Maine
From the fast-paced excitement of your favorite outdoor
activity, to exceptional performances of theatre companies and
symphony orchestras, It Must Be Maine. Ski the slopes of a
world-class resort by day, and relax in an historic bed &
breakfast at night. Stretch out on a white-sand beach or on
the deck of a windjammer. |
| 12:00pm |
Carnival Cruise Lines - Let
the Fun Begin
With 23 ships offering cruises from 3 to 18 days to the
Caribbean, Mexico, Canada, New England, Alaska, Hawaii,
Europe, and Transatlantic crossings, Carnival has the perfect
vacation for you. Join us and Discover the World of Carnival. |
| 12:30pm |
I-93 Fishing
Road Trip. Seminar Stage
Mark Beauchesne from New Hampshire’s Department of Fish
and Game talks about the best places to fish along I-93 |
| 1:00-1:55pm |
TBD |
| 2:00pm |
Volunteer
Travel: Help or Hindrance
Richard Walton, Director and Founder of Global Vision
International, discusses the volunteer travel industry and
whether it is a help or hindrance to local community efforts. |
| 2:30pm |
TBD |
| 3:00pm |
TBD |
| 3:30pm |
20 Ways to Stretch Your Dollar
in Europe
Nigel Osborne of Key Tours International details how to
afford Europe and enjoy the true values of being a traveler
rather than a tourist. |
| 4:00pm |
Royal
Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises Cruisetours to Alaska
Experience the best of both worlds on a Royal Caribbean or
Celebrity Cruises Cruisetour. Enjoy a spectacular cruise along
the coast of Alaska combined with a fully escorted land tour
into the magnificent Alaskan interior. On land, take in the
scenery, cultures and historic landmarks all while traveling
by luxurious glass-domed traincars. |
| 4:30pm |
TBD |
| 5:00pm |
SHOW FLOOR
CLOSES |
