Airline Lounges

If you travel for business, it's nice to be able to relax in an airline lounge. The best in the world is in Dubai- the Emirates Lounge in their new terminal for Business Class only. Several chefs prepare hot and cold foods and it is 5 star. They even have a Spa! The London Lounge in Heathrow Terminal 3 is pretty good and is for Star Alliance travellers. Comfortable with some quality food and drink. Porter Airlines at Toronto Island is great for a small airline. WiFi, espresso, and Walker's cookies. Among the worst is Air Canada Terminal 1 in Toronto. Comfortable but...WiFi is spotty as it is provided by the airport. The food is cafeteria quality. Warmed over pasta, iceberg lettuce, olives. Their saving grace is the liquor- Guiness on tap and some decent wine. Lounge access is not what it's cracked up to be!

Disney World or Bust!

If you are a parent of a small child, you know that you must go to Disney! It is a parental obligation. Having been 3 times, I can say that it is a lot of fun for big kids too. But it is a minefield- there are so many choices and variables. Parks, passes, hotels, best airfare, dining plans, dining reservations with characters, best time to go, etc. Do yourself a favour and use a travel agent who specializes in Disney-www.chipandco.com/2010/11/disney-world-quick-tips-should-you-use-a-travel-agent/. A Disney vacation is an investment- and will cost you more than you think! Get expert advice from someone who knows better and has planned Disney trips. You'll be as happy as your kids when you set foot in the "magic kingdom"!