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NY TAXI DRIVERS FIRST TRAIN IN INDIA

The video below is an incredible view of traffic in India. It is unbelievable that there wasn't one accident.

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THE IKIES HOUSES IN GREECE ARE SO BEAUTIFUL I WANT TO VACATION THERE FOREVER

I can't begin to guess the cost of vacationing at the beautiful Ilkies Traditional Houses, but I love looking at the architecture and the peaceful surroundings. The white houses and the blue waters. I can almost hear the waves rolling in as I dine on some delicious Greek seafood.

"Unlike the tourist-tainted landscapes of neighboring Greek Islands; Santorini, Greece provides a seemingly untouched backdrop of white hills, red beaches and blue seas.

A gem of Santorini, the Ikies Traditional Houses, sits high atop the archipelago of islands in the village of Oia (pronounced E-ah). Ikies houses are divided into studios (one bedroom), maisonettes (loft bedroom), and suites. Each lodging has its own intriguing name – presumably derived from local occupations – such as artisan, boatman, collector and antiquarian." Link

Ikies Houses

FIVE TOP ECO-TOURISTS DESTINATIONS

Eco-tourism has the buzz for vacation destinations. If your going rustic or your going delux, it's good to know your trip to a distant port will be a sustainable one. You are helping a third world countries economy and ecology. In addition to contributing to the planet, you will be helping your own self-sustaining system.

"Independent Traveler has put together a list of five locations that not only met its criteria for unique biodiversity, but also for a local commitment to sustainable tourism. Ecological tourism, usually shortened to ecotourism, is a form of tourism which aims to be ecologically and socially conscious. Generally speaking, ecotourism focuses on local culture, wilderness adventures, volunteering, personal growth, and learning new ways to live on the planet; typically involving travel to destinations where the flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions." Development Crossing

AN ECO VACATION RESORT IN THE BAHAMAS

Tiamo resort on Andros Island in the Bahamas is an eco-vacation paradise. It is isolated and earth friendly with a minimum of carbon impact. The resort keeps you occupied with an array of things to do from fishing, sailing and snorkling, to wandering the beautiful beaches. In addition the resort has no TV, e-mail and limited phone service so you are going to leave the stress of the modern world behind.

"This secluded beach resort on Andros Island, large on luxury and low on eco impact, is the perfect Caribbean getaway for those travelers who’d rather not leave a footprint behind. Powered completely by solar energy (yes, even to heat the water), Tiamo’s bungalows were built around preexisting surroundings for the ultimate in minimum site impact.

To keep lodging cool, each building is elevated, offers a wraparound porch and white reflective roofs, and utilizes high-pitched ceilings and open design for maximum air flow. No air conditioning. No TV or internet either. Instead, guests can hike, snorkel, fly fish, sail or kayak." Alternative Consumer

Tiamo Resorts: Link

STRATEGIES FOR SAVING MONEY ON AIRLINE FLIGHTS AND HOTELS

If you're looking for some ways to buy inexpensive plane fares, hotel bargains, and frequent flier deals here are some strategies that may work.

"Say you are looking for a deal on an airline flight. The Internet abounds with offers for low fares...

How do you know, for instance, that that low fare really is a deal? A number of Web sites have recently been created that specialize in spotting true bargains. All of them do what any bargain hunter is supposed to do: watch the marketplace for anomalies, whether they are money-saving air tickets, discount hotel rooms or frequent-flier bonuses. " NY Times: Link