Stellar Travel Blog

Incredible India! Udaipur voted #1 “World’s Best Cities”

I was delighted to see that the just-released 2009 annual list of the "World's Best Cities" (as chosen by worldwide readers of Travel + Leisure magazine) was topped by a city we visited last year. Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, was selected as the best city in the world by the magazine readers for its unspoiled beauty, luxury accommodations, art collections and shopping opportunities for fabrics, antiques and handmade clothing. I enjoyed those things Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Hotel Chains

STARWOOD ON SALE UNTIL MONDAY, JULY 20th

Book your Starwood hotel with Stellar Travel by 5:00 pm Monday, July 20th to receive 50% off for stays through October 12, 2009. Some blackout dates apply, depending on the hotel, but overall, there is good value for business and vacation reservations. The question is “50% off what rate?”, but we’ll help you sort it out and do the side-by-side comparisons in our system. The Starwood worldwide brand includes Westin, Sheraton, The Luxury Collection, St. Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Activities

Oahu/Honolulu/Waikiki Tips

One of our Oahu insiders offers the following tips to help enhance your Hawaii vacation experience: Huli Huli Chicken – local style chicken often sold for fund raisers. Check for ads in the local newspaper this summer. Normally held in street side parking lots. “huli” means to “turn over” as you turn over the chicken on the grill to keep from burning. Lots of different recipes, but usually marinated in combo of soy sauce, pineapple, Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Activities

The Big Island is the Best!

There are two reasons why we always go back to the Big Island of Hawaii. Well, there are many reasons, but the top two are the weather and the many golf courses. As the southern-most island in the Hawaiian chain, the island of Hawaii or “the Big Island” (as it is called by the Hawaiians) offers up the sunniest days, mild tropical breezes and some of the best golf in all of the islands. This Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Why you need a travel agent

Why You Need a Travel Agent – Part 3

Working with travel agents demystified The top three reasons people call travel agencies today: (1) they want advice, (2) they don't have time to plan their own travel and like the personal attention, and (3) they are confused by too many online options. How does someone become a travel agency customer? Here are some FAQ's and answers: 1. If I use a travel agent, doesn't it cost more? Usually, it costs less because we will Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Activities

My Weekend at Grand Del Mar Resort

Less than two years after opening, The Grand Del Mar Resort has earned a spot on the list of the World’s Best Places to Stay. With arched doorways, verandas overlooking the beautiful golf course and luxurious but comfortable surroundings, the resort spared no expense to create a memorable vacation experience for its guests. I was fortunate to be invited for a travel industry golf event last weekend at The Grand Del Mar, so I thoroughly Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Uncategorized

Disney – Part 2

Sheryl recently returned from Disneyland and offers a few hints to make your first trip or returning trip to Disneyland even more enjoyable. Before you go: Let Sheryl reserve your package with airline tickets, a rental car or transfers, accommodations, Disneyland Park Hopper Tickets and dining reservations. Yes – Disneyland dining is an important component of making your trip more enjoyable. She will handle all your dining requirements so you can dine with the Disney Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Uncategorized

Sea-Tac Airport Announces Short-Term Closure of Cell Phone Waiting Lot

Current lot to close Tuesday, June 9th Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will close the Cell Phone Waiting Lot for about a month in order to replace it with a location nearly double in size. Drivers waiting to pick up passengers need to be aware the old Cell Phone Parking Lot will close Tuesday, June 9th. The new location is expected to open in early July. The new location, just north on Air Cargo Road, will create Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Trip Ideas

Why a wishy-washy dollar means you should go to Europe ASAP:

The surprise silver-lining story of last fall was that just as the global economic crisis went full throttle, the dollar started rebounding. And it started rebounding while travel operators were hedging currency for 2009 pricing. What that meant for travelers was great 2009 pricing in Europe, with many operators either holding prices or even reducing prices for 2009 over 2008. Now, as the industry is entering the 2010 hedging and subsequent pricing period, the dollar Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

Airlines

Alaska Airlines Business Travel Update

Double miles credit for Alaska Airlines MVP Gold members continues to be available through 6/30/09. There is still time to sign up and get double miles credits for June travel. New Alaska Airlines group travel policies make it easier to conduct business meetings in other cities, or travel with sports teams, etc. Stellar Travel corporate advisors are group planning experts and will assist with group and meeting arrangements. 10% discount off all fare levels for Read more

By admin, 17 years ago

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