| October 2004 - Vol 2., Issue 7 |
In this Month's Issue......
The 2004 Hurricane Season - One of the Worst Ever on Record
Introducing a New Feature of our Newsletter: "Experience of
the Month"
the Month"
Proving an Urban Legend True???
Travel News & Specials for October / November
2004-2005 Group Trip & Event Updates
| The 2004 Hurricane Season - One of the Worst Ever on Record |
Charley. Frances. Ivan. Jeanne. Common everyday names that are now all too familiar.
Especially to our friends down in Florida, the Caribbean and the Gulf Coast! The 2004
Hurricane season thus far has proven to be one of the most costliest, deadliest and most
active seasons in history. Vicious hurricanes have been responsible for billions upon
billions of dollars in damage on both coasts of Florida (fortunately sparing Miami /
Homestead which had been devasted by Andrew back in 1995). The devastation in
Grenada and Grand Cayman is incredible. Not to mention the absolutely horrendous
tragedy of Haiti who has now lost close to 2,000 citizens due to floods and mudslides
resulting from Hurricane Jeanne. We have all kept these ones in our prayers throughout
the last 2 months. Let's continue to do so, as the season isn't over yet..... Esmee Kyles
Especially to our friends down in Florida, the Caribbean and the Gulf Coast! The 2004
Hurricane season thus far has proven to be one of the most costliest, deadliest and most
active seasons in history. Vicious hurricanes have been responsible for billions upon
billions of dollars in damage on both coasts of Florida (fortunately sparing Miami /
Homestead which had been devasted by Andrew back in 1995). The devastation in
Grenada and Grand Cayman is incredible. Not to mention the absolutely horrendous
tragedy of Haiti who has now lost close to 2,000 citizens due to floods and mudslides
resulting from Hurricane Jeanne. We have all kept these ones in our prayers throughout
the last 2 months. Let's continue to do so, as the season isn't over yet..... Esmee Kyles
| Introducing a New Feature of our Newsletter: "Experience of the Month" |
When I first started this Newsletter back in early 2003, I played with the idea of having
certain "features", perhaps a comic strip corner, a quote for the day, or something
light-hearted and fun to read, besides just travel updates and info on our group trips.
Well we started featuring "Travel News and Specials" which features some eye-opening
tidbit in the industry that is noteworthy. But I think what's missing here are Experiences.
We get so many of them in e-mail, don't we? Some funny, some sad, some inspiring. I
have read some fantastic experiences, and I share some with my personal friends in the
truth, but it would be great to relay one or two great ones right here in our newsletter.
So if you have a REALLY good and FACTUAL experience (especially ministry experiences
and travel experiences) and you want to submit it, please do, and at the end of the
month, we'll post them on our message boards. At the end of the month, we'll hold a poll
for our favorite, and the #1 choice will be posted right here on our Monthly Newsletter.
Remember friends, the experience should be based on fact, and not fiction. Also -- it
doesn't have to be a new experience. If you haven't joined our message boards yet, you
can apply to join at: http://groups.msn.com/WeeBeeTravelFriends
certain "features", perhaps a comic strip corner, a quote for the day, or something
light-hearted and fun to read, besides just travel updates and info on our group trips.
Well we started featuring "Travel News and Specials" which features some eye-opening
tidbit in the industry that is noteworthy. But I think what's missing here are Experiences.
We get so many of them in e-mail, don't we? Some funny, some sad, some inspiring. I
have read some fantastic experiences, and I share some with my personal friends in the
truth, but it would be great to relay one or two great ones right here in our newsletter.
So if you have a REALLY good and FACTUAL experience (especially ministry experiences
and travel experiences) and you want to submit it, please do, and at the end of the
month, we'll post them on our message boards. At the end of the month, we'll hold a poll
for our favorite, and the #1 choice will be posted right here on our Monthly Newsletter.
Remember friends, the experience should be based on fact, and not fiction. Also -- it
doesn't have to be a new experience. If you haven't joined our message boards yet, you
can apply to join at: http://groups.msn.com/WeeBeeTravelFriends
| Proving an Urban Legend True??? |
We read a lot of sensationalistic stuff in e-mail; most are considered hoaxes or urban
legends, like winning a check from Microsoft and AOL; or for every person you forward this
to, the child with cancer gets 10 cents, or something. It's all a hoax. But this one that I
got in e-mail, shockingly enough wasn't. In fact after doing research as it turns out it's
actually true. The e-mail warned people that, after you check out of a hotel, to keep the
plastic door key card that you were given for your room, because it contains your personal
information on it (including your credit card info). I found that hard to believe. But oddly
enough in some studies that were done, it was shown that most hotels do not keep that
information on the keycard because it is of no use to them. However there was a study
that showed it to be true in about 2 or 3 cases. After swiping the magnetic stripe of one
key, the guest's information was contained on the key: including his address, phone, and
credit card information. The article stressed that there was no need to panic, and that it's
a rare occurrence, but they recommended that if you feel unsure, you can just keep the
key and not turn it back into the hotel. Either way just be safe.
legends, like winning a check from Microsoft and AOL; or for every person you forward this
to, the child with cancer gets 10 cents, or something. It's all a hoax. But this one that I
got in e-mail, shockingly enough wasn't. In fact after doing research as it turns out it's
actually true. The e-mail warned people that, after you check out of a hotel, to keep the
plastic door key card that you were given for your room, because it contains your personal
information on it (including your credit card info). I found that hard to believe. But oddly
enough in some studies that were done, it was shown that most hotels do not keep that
information on the keycard because it is of no use to them. However there was a study
that showed it to be true in about 2 or 3 cases. After swiping the magnetic stripe of one
key, the guest's information was contained on the key: including his address, phone, and
credit card information. The article stressed that there was no need to panic, and that it's
a rare occurrence, but they recommended that if you feel unsure, you can just keep the
key and not turn it back into the hotel. Either way just be safe.
| Travel News & Specials for October / November |
US AIR FILES FOR CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY.... For the 2nd time in recent
history, US Airways has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11, in order to
restructure its finances, according to airline industry news. Do not fear, however if
you are holding a US Airways ticket for the near future. All flight purchases and
tickets will be honored, as well as frequent flier miles, etc. Stay tuned for more....
history, US Airways has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11, in order to
restructure its finances, according to airline industry news. Do not fear, however if
you are holding a US Airways ticket for the near future. All flight purchases and
tickets will be honored, as well as frequent flier miles, etc. Stay tuned for more....
Early Winter Packages to Italy w/ Air from $589 per person! 8 Days/ 6 night
packages from NY or Boston to Italy (Rome and Florence), package includes hotel,
R/T airfare, transfer via train between cities, breakfast buffet daily. Additional
taxes & fees apply. Offer expires October 15th.
packages from NY or Boston to Italy (Rome and Florence), package includes hotel,
R/T airfare, transfer via train between cities, breakfast buffet daily. Additional
taxes & fees apply. Offer expires October 15th.
Romantic Costa Rica Packages for the Fall, starting at $599 per person! 6-8
night air-inclusive packages and tours available to Costa Rica, a beautiful spot in
Latin America; great getaway for a couple or those just wishing to see this
beautiful region. Rates include hotel, air, transfers, breakfast and more. Call to
inquire about departure city rates and add-ons.
night air-inclusive packages and tours available to Costa Rica, a beautiful spot in
Latin America; great getaway for a couple or those just wishing to see this
beautiful region. Rates include hotel, air, transfers, breakfast and more. Call to
inquire about departure city rates and add-ons.
| 2004-2005 Group Trip & Event Updates |
2004 TRIPS
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - December 2-8 A smaller group, but our spirits are high,
now that we've discovered that the resort we're staying at and the city did not suffer
major damage from any of the hurricanes. Only 2 months to go!!!! Still room on this
trip if interested. Payment must be received in full. click here for info / to book
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - December 2-8 A smaller group, but our spirits are high,
now that we've discovered that the resort we're staying at and the city did not suffer
major damage from any of the hurricanes. Only 2 months to go!!!! Still room on this
trip if interested. Payment must be received in full. click here for info / to book
2005 TRIPS
Our 2005 Trips Have Been Posted on our Website!. Please take a moment to visit
our site, and sign up early while there is still plenty of room / space available! Click
on each link below to be taken to our website for more info on each trip. Also, the
1st batch of paper flyers have gone out in the mail. The 2nd and 3rd batches will be
sent this month, so look for them in the mail if you requested them.
Our 2005 Trips Have Been Posted on our Website!. Please take a moment to visit
our site, and sign up early while there is still plenty of room / space available! Click
on each link below to be taken to our website for more info on each trip. Also, the
1st batch of paper flyers have gone out in the mail. The 2nd and 3rd batches will be
sent this month, so look for them in the mail if you requested them.
WEEBEE EVENT PAGE UPDATE
HAWAIIAN CRUISE - OCTOBER 17-24 2004 -- BON VOYAGE TO ALL OF
YOU IN THE SMITH GROUP, SAILING ON NORWEGIAN
PRIDE OF ALOHA ON OCT. 17TH. I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A
FANTASTIC VOYAGE AND THINK OF US HERE, WISHING WE
WERE THERE WITH YOU ALL. ALOHA! ~
CANADA CRUISE - JUN 18-23, 2005 - We officially have the LOWEST RATES
AVAILABLE for this cruise. Rates will expire on November 1st. If interested, you
should contact me immediately. Balcony cabins have been sold out. Rates are only
$541 for inside, $641 for outside, INCLUDES GRATUITIES, port charges & taxes!.
click here for info / to book
HAWAIIAN CRUISE - OCTOBER 17-24 2004 -- BON VOYAGE TO ALL OF
YOU IN THE SMITH GROUP, SAILING ON NORWEGIAN
PRIDE OF ALOHA ON OCT. 17TH. I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A
FANTASTIC VOYAGE AND THINK OF US HERE, WISHING WE
WERE THERE WITH YOU ALL. ALOHA! ~
CANADA CRUISE - JUN 18-23, 2005 - We officially have the LOWEST RATES
AVAILABLE for this cruise. Rates will expire on November 1st. If interested, you
should contact me immediately. Balcony cabins have been sold out. Rates are only
$541 for inside, $641 for outside, INCLUDES GRATUITIES, port charges & taxes!.
click here for info / to book
| HAPPY TRAVELS TO ALL! AGAPE, THE KYLES Esmee, Rudy and Julian |
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