Travel Assistance offered to Delta Customers -- Because of Hurrican Ida

Delta Offers Travel Assistance to Customers

Affected by Hurricane Ida

For those who are traveling Delta Airlines and their flight plans may have or will be affected by Hurricane Ida, may have a one-time change to their travel schedule without fee if tickets are changed by November 11, 2009. (See following areas of destination below)

-- Fort Walton Beach, Fla.

-- Gulfport-Biloxi, Miss.

-- Mobile, Ala.

-- Panama City, Fla.

-- Pensacola, Fla.

-- Tallahassee, Fla.

Delta will be thinning flight schedules to and from affected airports in hopes that delays are minimized during the storm. However, customers may wish to consider postponing to rerouting their trip without penalty to avoid possible inconvenience.

As stated above, travel for changed itineraries must begin by November 11th and changes to origin and destination may result in a fare increase. Customers whose flights are cancelled may request refunds. For complete details go to: www.delta.com and www.nwa.com

TripAdvisor -- Top 10 Places Worldwide to Beware of Pickpockets

TripAdvisor -- Beware of the

Top 10 Places for having your Pocket Picked

According to TripAdvisor, the world's most popular and largest travel community, visitors would do well to watch their bags in the top 10 cities below:

1. Barcelona, Spain: Watch out for the Las Ramblas, the famous wide, pedestrian walkway full of life, music, and people, as it is the perfect place to get your purse poached.

2. Rome, Italy: Rome is full of both tourists and incredible things to sightsee making it easy for a pickpocket to lift a camera or purse with a quick snip of scissors or some clever handiwork with a zipper.

3. Prague, Czech Republic: There are thousands of tourists who crowd the ancient stones on the Charles Bridge each year, this makes it a perfect recipe for pickpocketing so make sure you strap down your valuables.

4. Madrid, Spain: Watch out at the El Rastro fleamarket as this is a crowded area that attracts unfriendly pickpocket schemes.

5. Paris, France: Be careful in the city's metro system as it is crowded with travelers and pickpocketers.

6. Florence, Italy: When admiring Michelangelo's creation, or at its replica in busy Piazza della Signoria, be alert that others may have their attention on your wallet.

7. Buenos Aires, Argentina: Very busy outdoor attractions that attract thieves waiting to help the weary traveler.

8. Amsterdam, Netherlands: It is easy to get carried away with all of the fun things to do but pickpocketers have been known to take advantage of countless tourists in this enchanting city.

9. Athens, Greece: Whether visiting the Parthenon on the Acropolis, or anything else in this magnificent historic city, keep the bags close to the vest while your eyes admire the rest.

10. Hanoi, Vietnam: This is the capitol of Vietnam and very beautiful and unique place to visit with 600 temples and pagodas, but also a place to stay alert for mischief.

TripAdvisor gives advice on how to avoid being pick pocketed as this can happen in any city.

1. Never keep your wallet or valuables in your rear pocket, even if it buttons - it's by far the easiest target.

2. Beware of the distraction tactic. Dropping something near you, squirting something on you, or simply jostling you. Be on guard when in crowds, and secure your belongings.

3. Pickpockets often work in pairs or groups and it's not just the usual suspects. Be cautious with any strangers -- sometimes people who don't look like they'd be a threat, such as children or the elderly, can be part of larger operations.

4. Stay alert in confined spaces and near passageways. Try to avoid standing near the doorways of trains as groups of pickpockets can rush at you when the doors open.

5. Before you set off on a trip, pare down the contents of your purse or wallet as the smaller the bulge, the less likely pickpockets are to covet it.

Disney Cruise Line -- Disney Dream Begins to Take Shape

Disney Dream

Begins to Take Shape

The Disney Cruise Line celebrated the keel laying of the Disney Dream as this is the first of two newly-designed ships in order to expand family cruise options. After many years of design work, this keel laying ceremony will be the first time the Disney Dream will begin to take shape.

"Since our inception, families have come to know and love Disney Cruise Line, and they are looking for additional ways to enjoy all that we have to offer," said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz.

The Disney Dream is scheduled to join the current fleet in 2011 and will be followed by Disney's second new ship, the Disney Fantasy in 2012. Each will have 1,250 staterooms and a tonnage of 128,000. The ships will call Port Canaveral, Florida, their home as expansion efforts are already underway in order to accommodate the larger ships.

Marriott International Responds to Explosions in Jakarta, Indonesia

News Alert

Here is a press release from Marriott International that was released at 6:30 A.M. Eastern time, July 17, 2009.

Our deepest sympathies go out to the victims of the tragic bombings that took place earlier today in Jakarta, Indonesia. Immediately following the incident, police and hotel security responded and sealed off the area. Our guests at both properties were evacuated and moved to other nearby hotels. Injured guests and hotel employees were taken to the hospital for treatment. Both hotels sustained damage, but it does not appear to be structural. At the time of the incident, extensive security procedures were in place at the Ritz-Carlton and the JW Marriott. We continue to work closely with the authorities and hope to reopen the hotels soon. As always, the safety and security of our guest and associates is our top priority.