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Freelance Travel Writer - "Have you ever dreamt of living the romantic and idyllic lifestyle of the freelance travel writer? Learn how you can stop dreaming and start living the dream by visiting www.FreelanceTravelWriter.com. Also download free reports and a free newsletter."

JobBank USA JobBank USA   -  specializes in providing career information including job and resume database services to job candidates, employers and recruitment firms in the U.S. and worldwide.

Resume Broadcaster Resume Broadcaster - broadcast your resume to thousands of recruiters and employers instantly!


International Living A publication that for the last20 years has identified and reported on the world's best opportunities for living, retiring, investing, traveling, and buying real estate overseas.
http://www.internationalliving.com

Traveling with Pets: Cyber help is just a mouse click away. For travelers in the United States, this site lists hotels, motels, etc., that allow you to bring your beloved pet. More than 8000 listings. http://www.petswelcome.com


Travel Savvy.net: Insights, Information and Tips for the Savvy Traveler. http://www.TravelSavvy.net


The New Colonist is a web publication for people who love and live in cities. It's not only about the cities themselves, but about life in cities. It's not only about the biggest cities we always hear about, but about the idea of a city as a colony of people growing together. http://www.newcolonist.com


lovetripper.com ...if you love to travel with the one you love.. http://www.lovetripper.com

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A directory of hotels, both domestic and international. Find a room anywhere in the world using The Hotel Guide's database of over 60,000 hotels. http://www.hotelguide.com

Fly with Cathay to Asia
Cathay Pacific Airways: To find out more about the Airline that has some of the best connections in Asia (some of the most fascinating destinations on earth) see the Cathay Pacific Airways site at http://www.cathay.ca


Alternative Hawaii - Alternative-Hawaii - the World's Award-Winning On-line Ecotourism Guide To the Path Less Traveled in the Hawaiian Islands.  http://www.alternative-hawaii.com

Suite101.com is a web guide designed to help you find the best sites on the web as quickly as possible. Staffed by over 220 dedicated and passionate editors- who each specialize in one specific area of interest - Suite101 now features Victoria Brooks as a Travel Editor.

1000 Travel tips ... visit the website for independent travelers with plenty of info on SE Asia, the Middle East and Central America

Highway to Health

HighwayToHealth.com offers healthcare like home when you travel. HTH provides access to: information about the healthcare services in top travel destinations around the world; a global network of physicians; the first International web enabled appointment scheduling system; and Premier Memberships - which includes benefits focusing on travel health insurance, covering the costs of medical care for individuals who are away from home as well as some additional travel coverage options, discounts on pharmacy benefits, vision, dental etc.
www.HighwayToHealth.com

Marlene Klein Cosmetics - An internet brand cosmetics line equivalent in quality to the best department store make-up brands, but at internet prices! www.marleneklein.com

You're Traveling to Your Future: welcome to the Doctor Tomorrow® Home Page originating at Cyberden One, the control center for Dr. Tomorrow's Global Information Trap line. www.drtomorrow.com
Doctor Tomorrow is located at Global Position: 049° 17' 25" North Lat. 123° 07' 33" West Long. ASL 

Earth Odysseys is a Seattle-based eco-cultural educational travel company with a mission to provide journeys that promote an understanding of the natural, and cultural contexts of the destinations visited through science, nature and story in addition to personal reflection, exploration ,and discovery. Our travels cover the world.   www.earthodysseys.com



Rocky Mountaineer Railtours invites you to join a spectacular winter vacation through the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies.  http://www.winterrailtours.com

TravelNow Search for the best airfares, book hotel reservations, rent a car, or treat yourself to a package or cruise vacation all from the convenience of your computer. TravelNow offers one of the most advanced travel reservation services on the Internet, giving you power to shop for your own travel.

Visit California's Gold Rush Country at the Sesquicentennial of the great 49ers rush to California's gold fields in 1849!  http://www.goldrush1849.com

Virtual Voyages
Virtual Voyages:
The definitive directory of travel links, including resorts, hotels, dining, fishing, golf, scuba diving, sailing, transportation, and much more. We currently cover the Caribbean, Mexico, and selected US destinations, and are growing and updating continually. Know ... before you go.

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Leonard's Cam World:
Visit a unique travel site featuring 1500+ outdoor cameras, travel information resources and access to the internet's premier travel sites. Learn about cities, states and countries around the globe while seeing them "live" through the camera's lens.

1travel.com gives consumers the best online site for travel discounts. 1travel.com features travel related material from USA Today, Switchboard, Prodigy, and now ... from Victoria Brooks' Greatest Escapes Travel Report!

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DISCOVER THE WORLD OUTSIDE! Multi-sport, hiking, biking & self-guided adventures in the Rockies, Southwest, Sierras, Pacific Northwest, Alaska & Latin America! Inn, hut & camping trips for all ages and abilities since 1988. Small groups, local guides, unsurpassed support and exceptional value. Singles, youth group & family tours too. 800-488-8483, www.TheWorldOutside.com

Stay On Vacation: Where will you Stay On Vacation? Visit StayOnVacation.com! Find the perfect B&B, Vacation Rental, Campground, or Castle. Or, show your own Vacation Property Online! Also Great Recipes, Travel Sites, Chat Rooms, Travel Trivia, and Newsletter. www.stayonvacation.com

http://www.2camels.com a site devoted to festivals and events from around the globe , the ultimate online guide to travel writing on festivals and events from around the globe. If you have a taste for the bizarre, an interest in foreign customs or are just plain curious as to what gets celebrated in far away lands, get the inside deal from the people who have experienced these fascinating festivals and events first hand.

  http://www.1000traveltips.org Universal Currency Converter™ Let someone else do the math. Immediate interactive foreign exchange rate conversions to and from currencies around the world are at your fingertips. http://www.xe.net/ucc/

 

Publishers and Publications

Travel Publishers Association is a group of independent travel publishers whose members offer fabulous information allowing budget travelers, business officials, families, art lovers, motor-home owners and intrepid explorers to plan their own trips starting at their local library and bookstore. www.travelpubs.com/

Moon Travel HandbooksMoon Travel Handbooks provide comprehensive information for the independent traveler. Visit the web site for contests, on-line 'Zine Travel Matters', complete title information, and much more. 

Fielding Worldwide where the motto is: "A passion for travel." Check out their world-famous travel guides, read reviews, join in a cruise forum, even - if you're game - pop into the BlackFlag Cafe (secreted behind the "DangerFinder" button).

Allan Weisbecker's books: In Search of Captain Zero and Cosmic Banditos as well as his wonderful travel and surfing. www.aweisbecker.com

Editor & Publisher  Get acquainted with faraway places or stay in touch with the world at home while traveling by accessing all the local newspapers, radio and television sites. This online Media Directory makes it as easy as click, click, click. www.editorandpublisher.com/editorandpublisher/index.jsp

Travel Planning and Hotels

Mexico, Central & South America

Virtual VoyagesVirtual Voyages: the definitive directory of travel links, including resorts, hotels, dining, fishing, golf, scuba diving, sailing, transportation, and much more. We currently cover the Caribbean, Mexico, and selected US destinations, and are growing and updating continually. Know ... before you go.

Everything you want to know about Mexico's Fabulous Caribbean Coast from Cancun to Belize and beyond.  http://www.cancun.com

Grenada .... general travel information and special discounts to this dream Caribbean island. Go to http://www.grenadaexplorer.com

Travel Grenada: tips, guides, entertainment, rentals, cruises, car rentals, general information and more about the island the Spanish called "green hills." http://www.travelgrenada.com

Mexico Connect Travel and ToursMexico Connect Travel and Tours has articles, reviews, art, history, and just about anything else (including recipes) about Mexico try http://www.mexconnect.com

 

Living in Mexico - a website and newsletter for those who would like to live in Mexico on a long-term basis. Real estate, long-term rentals, books and other information for the aspiring expatriate. http://livinginmex.cjb.net

1000 Traveltips ... visit the website for independent travellers with plenty of info on SE Asia, the Middle East and Central America http://www.1000traveltips.org

 

Chile HotelsChile Hotels: - where you will find over 500 hotels throughout Chile with rates, pictures and descriptions, and where you can reserve them all!   http://www.chile-hotels.com

Peru Hotels: From the people who brought you Chile Hotels, a site showcasing more hotels with online reservations in more Peruvian cities than any other site. www.peru-hotels.com

GuatemalaWeb: A Guatemala travel planning specialist web. http://www.guatemalaweb.com

The official site for the Jamaican Tourist Board has the low-down on where to stay, where to shop, and how to make the best of your time in the sun. http://www.jamaicatravel.com

Guyana and The Caribbean: An Informative site for all Guyanese and people of the Caribbean. Features includes a Chat Room. Discussion Forum,Internet Directory for the West Indies, daily news from Guyana and Live Radio Broadcasts. http://www.guyanaca.com

Mundaca Travel lists cities throughout Mexico with information about local restaurants, shops, tours, maps, history and much more. Reserve hotel, apartment, villa and home rentals over the internet.
http://www.mundacatravel.com

Southern New Mexico Ezine: For the colour and flavor of Southern New Mexico, have a look at this monthly, general interest/travel ezine. They are also a Regional Information Center and Writers Showcase. Find them at http://www.southernnewmexico.com

Mexico Connect: The world's most popular Internet magazine all about Mexico - with over 175,000 readers each month. http://www.mexconnect.com

Shopping Online

Passport Wine Club copyrighted imageTravel virtually to the great wine regions of the world. Passport Wine Club delivers unique and exciting wine by mail from California, France, Italy & Australia. Gift giving of personal & corporate gift baskets. Learn more about wine and food by visiting over 300 travel journals featuring often little-known wines/vineyards from around the world. http://topwine.com

Marlene Klein Cosmetics - An internet brand cosmetics line equivalent in quality to the best department store make-up brands, but at internet prices! www.marleneklein.com

On the Web since 1995, Travelproducts.com offers a huge selection of travel accessories - both essentials and conveniences, ranging from palm-sized translators to jet-lag remedies. See http://www.Travelproducts.co

Online Booking

airplaneAmerican Airlines at http://www.americanair.com

Travel insurance and assistance services for U.S. residents. The site offers lowest prices available with secure online ordering and a free sweepstakes for $500 of travel-related merchandise." www.travelsecure.com

Create your own itinerary and compare air fares through Microsoft's Expedia Travel Agency. http://www.expedia.com

Off-beat or personal odysseys

Victoria wrote: "Please forward to webmaster or person (not sea-monkey) in charge of reciprocal links. I am writer/editor of Greatest Escapes Travel Webzine and an old hand at sea-monkey raising. How about it?"
The answer was yes, and now you too can pay homage to the raw, unbridled power of the mighty Sea-Monkey at the
Sea-Monkey Worship Page
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You're Traveling to Your Future: welcome to the Doctor Tomorrow® Home Page originating at Cyberden One, the control center for Dr. Tomorrow's Global Information Trap line. Doctor Tomorrow is located at Global Position: 049° 17' 25" North Lat. 123° 07' 33" West Long. ASL  Welcome to the Doctor Tomorrow® Home Page originating at Cyberden One, the control center for Dr. Tomorrow's Global Information Trap line. www.drtomorrow.com

Hibiscus International: "The World is Your Classroom" - developer of innovative educational international travel initiatives. www.hibiscus.on.ca

Betty's Travel Kiosk: based on her travels to all seven continents, here are some suggestions on travel, packing ,photography, plus links to many informative sites. Bon Voyage!

Triple One Travel Directory: Unique international travel resources 'off the beaten path'  http://www.triple1.com

Canada

Welcome to the Columbia Valley: explore the beauty and activities within one of the most beautiful scenery in the world. In eastern British Columbia, Canada, and near Banff National Park. http://www.AdventureValley.com

Banff, Alberta is 128 km (80 miles) west of Calgary just inside the east gate of Banff National Park. The world famous Lake Louise is 58 km (35 mi.) further west of Banff. Explore the diversity and natural beauty of this World Heritage Site. Fresh Mountain Air ... Spectacular Scenery ... Exciting Adventures ... Abundant Wildlife ... Friendly People  http://www.DiscoveryWeb.com/banff

whale watching off Vancouver IslandThe official link for Tourism Vancouver Island (British Columbia, Canada) can be found at http://www.islands.bc.ca

And for more information about travel throughout British Columbia, Canada, try http://www.travel.bc.ca

Welcome to the BC Rockies - 'The Mountain Playground.' The official site of BC's Rocky Mountain region provides travellers with a complete planning resource - from hot springs to heli-skiing, circle tours to backcountry lodges, and golf resorts to community events. Visit www.bcrockies.com

British Columbia Ferry Corporation (Canada) is one of the largest and most sophisticated ferry systems in the world with 40 vessels serving 42 ports of call in BC. For routes and schedules - and very special trips - visit http://www.bcferries.bc.ca

The Victoria and Vancouver Island Travel Guide: Everything you could possibly want to know and more when visiting Victoria, Vancouver Island, and the Gulf Islands. Fun facts, photos, where to stay, shop, and the most popular attractions and tours. The calendar of events for the Island is updated every week.  http://victoriabc.com

Welcome to the Official Site of Whistler! where you will find everything you need to know in order to plan your Whistler vacation. Tourism Whistler represents the greatest variety of Whistler accommodations, activities and services, and is pleased to provide you, our guest, with one-stop shopping through Whistler's official central reservations agency. Give us a call today, and ask our friendly, knowledgeable staff about booking your all-inclusive, customized vacation package. www.tourismwhistler.com

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USA

Destination Las Vegas.com
Destination Las Vegas is your one stop for hotels, golf, cars, tours, outdoor and family activities in las vegas  www.destinationlasvegas.com & www.lasvegasgolfres.com

Romancing Manhattan Tours ... private and group sightseeing tours and concierge service.
http://big-apple.hypermart.net

North America's Bed & Breakfast Directories: The Most Comprehensive Inn & Lodging Directories On-Line. New International section. http://www.dallasadmall.com.

WineZoneThe WineZone is... the panoramas of the Napa Valley, the scenic backroads of Sonoma County... mixed well with award-winning restaurants and exquisite lodgings.The WineZone is also an exquisitely designed website. Now, if the wine is even half as good you're in for a treat.

Branson Shows - The Destination for Accurate Branson Missouri Information. www.bransonshows.com

America's Best Online: Discover America's Top 10 Beaches, Country Inns, National Parks, Vacation Spots, Cycling Tours, Wineries, Breweries, Hiking Trails, and More. http://www.americasbestonline.com/

The official tourism site for the State of Florida. While online at FLA USA visitors can take a virtual tour of Florida by region, explore specific destinations, and take a look at the multitude of activities available in the sunshine state: accommodations, parks, recreation and events as well as hundreds of links. Also you will soon be able to enter monthly give aways for free trips to Florida.

Yellowstone Net: extensive information, news, photos, videos, forums, maps and much more about Yellowstone National Park, the world's foremost national park.
http://www.yellowstone.net

U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs From passport and visa information to travel warnings; from judicial assistance to internation adoption information; contact information for U.S. Embassy and Consulate locations worldwide. This site covers all the bases.

Visit California's Gold Rush Country at the Sesquicentennial of the great 49ers rush to California's gold fields in 1849!  http://www.goldrush1849.com

Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce copyrighted imageFort Bragg - Mendocino Coast: This website offers a great variety of excellent lodging and dining establishments, a full calendar of events for the year and fun things to do in all the coastal towns and villages... and you can go on to find out how to find them, check out the weather, and where you can find anything from antiques to zircons. http://www.mendocinocoast.com

River Estate, Hawaii: a unique Honeymoon, Family and Group accommodations in the heart of old Hawaii on Kauai's famous north shore. Immaculate homes, a botanical gardenlike setting and the area's restorative energy make River Estate a favorite of honeymooners, families and large groups who are looking for a singular rejuvenating experience to remember always.
http://www.riverestate.com

Newspaperlinks: a comprehensive list of local newspapers from around the USA, perfect for getting local entertainment, event, and other information prior to your vacation.
http://www.newspaperlinks.com

USA By Rail: This provides practical information, including details of Amtrak and Via Rail passes, useful tips from travellers and show how to win free travel passes for North America.
http://website.lineone.net/~johnpitt/

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Freetravel.net: Specializing in cruises, low air fares, hotels, Las Vegas, bed & breakfast, and car rentals. Over 50,000 vacation package possibilities. Why go anywhere else? http://www.freetravel.net

Mexico, Central & South America

Virtual VoyagesVirtual Voyages: the definitive directory of travel links, including resorts, hotels, dining, fishing, golf, scuba diving, sailing, transportation, and much more. We currently cover the Caribbean, Mexico, and selected US destinations, and are growing and updating continually. Know ... before you go.

Everything you want to know about Mexico's Fabulous Caribbean Coast from Cancun to Belize and beyond.  http://www.cancun.com

Grenada .... general travel information and special discounts to this dream Caribbean island. Go to http://www.grenadaexplorer.com

Travel Grenada: tips, guides, entertainment, rentals, cruises, car rentals, general information and more about the island the Spanish called "green hills." http://www.travelgrenada.com

Mexico Connect Travel and ToursMexico Connect Travel and Tours has articles, reviews, art, history, and just about anything else (including recipes) about Mexico try http://www.mexconnect.com

Living in Mexico - a website and newsletter for those who would like to live in Mexico on a long-term basis. Real estate, long-term rentals, books and other information for the aspiring expatriate. http://livinginmex.cjb.net

1000 Traveltips ... visit the website for independent travellers with plenty of info on SE Asia, the Middle East and Central America http://www.1000traveltips.org

Chile Hotels Chile Hotels: - where you will find over 500 hotels throughout Chile with rates, pictures and descriptions, and where you can reserve them all!   http://www.chile-hotels.com

Peru Hotels: From the people who brought you Chile Hotels, a site showcasing more hotels with online reservations in more Peruvian cities than any other site. www.peru-hotels.com

GuatemalaWeb: A Guatemala travel planning specialist web. http://www.guatemalaweb.com

The official site for the Jamaican Tourist Board has the low-down on where to stay, where to shop, and how to make the best of your time in the sun. http://www.jamaicatravel.com

Guyana and The Caribbean: An Informative site for all Guyanese and people of the Caribbean. Features includes a Chat Room. Discussion Forum,Internet Directory for the West Indies, daily news from Guyana and Live Radio Broadcasts. http://www.guyanaca.com

Mundaca Travel lists cities throughout Mexico with information about local restaurants, shops, tours, maps, history and much more. Reserve hotel, apartment, villa and home rentals over the internet.
http://www.mundacatravel.com

Southern New Mexico Ezine: For the colour and flavor of Southern New Mexico, have a look at this monthly, general interest/travel ezine. They are also a Regional Information Center and Writers Showcase. Find them at http://www.southernnewmexico.com

Mexico Connect: The world's most popular Internet magazine all about Mexico - with over 175,000 readers each month. http://www.mexconnect.com

Europe

Megalithic Mysteries: a photo-guide to stone circles and other prehistoric sites in Britain with high-quality images, including many aerial photographs. http://easyweb.easynet.co.uk
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NorthernItaly.com is an exciting 5,000 page, Yahoo style search engine dedicated totally to Italy. www.northernitaly.com

Discover France.com is a tour company operating self-guided and guided tours exclusively in France...bicycle tours, cooking tours, gardening and skiing tours...and other active unique vacations in France. www.discoverfrance.com

French Country Guesthouses: A central reservations service for B&B accommodations throughout France: chateaux, farmhouses, inn and small hotels of character and charm. www.bed-breakfast-france.com

Swiss Castles can be found at: http://www.swisscastles.ch. The text is in French, but the plentiful photos satisfy in any language. Some videos of the castles are also available. For the castle I think I'll just tuck under my arm and pack home, try Le château de Hallwil in Aargau.

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For lots more information - and special offers - for travelling in Switzerland check the North American pages for Switzerland Tourism. Includes an on-line travel planner.

Search for Accommodation in Ireland or Northern Ireland : Find the accommodation you are looking for using search or keyword search. Hotels, guest houses, farmhouses, self-catering, hostels, pubs and inns are listed for each county along with a description of each county. 

Middle East

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InTourNet Travel Magazine is your gateway to the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Explore Israel, Greece, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey and Cyprus. Find articles about destinations, and information about flights, cruises, hotels, services and more, including on-line booking. http://www.mediterranean-tours.com/  
A leading comprehensive free travel guide on the exciting Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the heart of the Middle East. Find detailed information on airlines, travel agents, outgoing and incoming tour operators, hotels, car rentals, restaurants, travel facts, and historical and religious sites. http://www.mideasttravelnet.com/jte
 

Far East

Phuket Island Access copyrighted imagePhuket in Thailand: for complete information on this exotic island, visit Phuket's home pages at http://www.phuket.com. For complete on-line booking service, you can also search their database http://www.phuket.org of all Phuket hotels using criteria like price, location and facilities. Having found the ideal hotel, you can visit the hotel's own web pages and, in most cases, instantly check room availability and make a secure confirmed reservation directly from the web. 

Bali Travel Report: A quirky personal journey to Bali, by a European traveller who has put journal entries and more than 450 photographs online. http://bali.skynet.be
Tarntawan HotelThe Tarntawan Place Hotel: Voted The Best Long Stay Hotel in Bangkok, by Business Traveller Magazine. "The Tarntawan Place Hotel is well established and is classified amongst the new boutique style of Hotel that is fast becoming the preferential choice of the discerning business traveller." http://www.tarntawan.com

1000 Traveltips ... visit the website for independent travellers with plenty of info on SE Asia, the Middle East and Central America http://www.1000traveltips.org

Australia & New Zealand

Australia in your Backpack Discover how to travel and work in Australia. Maps and city by city information. www.tma.com.au/links2.htm

Experience New Zealand Discover New Zealand through this high-quality accomodation guide and travel booking service. www.experiencenz.com  

Travel Envoy's New Zealand Travel Guide A user friendly, comprehensive guide to everything a visitor would want to see & do in New Zealand - activities, sports, museums, wineries, national parks & more!  http://www.travelenvoy.com

GINZ - Guest In New Zealand offers a wide range of travel services for New Zealand. Accommodation (Lodges, B&B, Farmstay, Small Hotels), rental vehicles, domestic flights, train journey, ferry, guides walks, tours and much more...! http://www.ginz.com

Africa

Safari on-line in this wildly unusual website. A real African safari was filmed live and beamed back via satellite to David Anderson's Safari web site. http://www.onsafari.com

Africa Point this site provides online bookings and information for safari, tours, vacations, hotels and rental cars in Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Seychelles, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Uganda and more.
http://www.africapoint.com