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Later this month I have a little challenge, as I have to stay in Birmingham, England’s so-called second city, for a week to attend a training course. As usual I am looking for a dog friendly hotel, of course I need internet access from the room and I want to be located quite centrally so that I can walk the dog safely at night on my own. As I am staying there alone I do not want to get ripped off for single room rates, either. When you want to stay in a city you can use one of the price search engines like HotelsCombined to save you time and find a shortlist of places to stay. I was quite pleased when the first search returned 26 hotels, priced from £25 per night. But when I looked at the hotels individually I found that the filter had not worked completely: the first hotel listed stated clearly that pets were not accepted. Read more »

Sandy Key Perdido Attractions Off The Sand
Sandy Key Perdido is famous for its miles of beautiful
beaches and stunning ocean vistas. But did you know that
there are also lots of things that you can do ‘ for free or
nearly free ‘ just off the coastline? So when the kids are
tired of the sand, your sunburn is feeling a little tender
or you’re just ready for a change of pace, try out these
area attractions and enjoy a different side of Sandy Key
Perdido. Read more »

Jamaica Golf Provides A Little Something For Everyone
With gorgeous weather and spectacular scenery, Jamaica golf
is the perfect relaxing activity while on vacation.
Although there are only twelve courses to choose from,
there is a wide variety to keep you entertained. Each
course has its own character and distinctive qualities
allowing you to experience something different every time
you play. Read more »

Big Island Hawaii: Where Fun & Excitement Begin
Hawaii is both the name of the chain of islands that
constitute America’s 50th state, and the name of the Big
Island that dominates the chain in the Pacific. Hawaii,
the island, is not usually called such by those native to
the islands – they just refer to it as the ‘Big
Island’. The name, really, is unimportant – however
you choose to refer to it, you can be sure you will have a
wonderful time when you visit! Read more »

Travel to Belize on the Caribbean, a Maya Temple Adventure.
An adventurer’s paradise, Belize is your peaceful, English-
speaking neighbor only two hours away from 3 major U.S.
Gateways. With a diversity of adventure opportunities
unmatched by any other country, the Belize people have
protected 40% of the country as parks and natural reserves. Read more »