Travel Newsletter - Sept/Oct 2006
Our New Look
While all of you have hopefully been away traveling this summer, we here at Changes In Latitude Travel Store have been
very busy. If you have had the chance to visit our
web site recently, you may
have noticed that we have updated our look. We have integrated customer comments and suggestions to make the web
site more appealing, easier to use and a better travel resource. We didn’t stop there! The front of our
store has been given a facelift, as well. We really like the new colors and design and think you will too.
So, stop by and visit! While you’re here, tell us about your summer travels and check out some of our new products
and all the new fall fashions that can give you a new look too.
Update On New Carry-On Baggage Rules
Early in August the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) banned all liquids from carry-on bags. The rules
have been slightly refined since then. Here are the latest rules:
“All liquids, gels, creams, lotions and other items of similar consistency will not be permitted in carry-on baggage.
These types of items must be packed in your checked baggage. You are permitted to bring solid cosmetics and personal
hygiene items as such lipstick, lip balm and similar solids. Please remember these items must be solid and not
liquid, gel or aerosol.”
“To ensure the health and welfare of certain air travelers the following items are permitted.”
- Small amounts of baby formula or breast milk if a baby or small child is traveling
- Liquid prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger’s ticket
- Up to 5 oz. (148ml) of liquid or gel low blood sugar treatment
- Up to 4 oz. of essential non-prescription liquid medications including saline solution,
eye care products and KY jelly
- Gel-filled bras and similar prosthetics & gel-filled wheelchair cushions
- Life support and life sustaining liquids such as bone marrow, blood products, and transplant
organs carried for medical reasons
“Additionally, liquids (including beverages of all types), gels and lotions purchased beyond the checkpoint must be
disposed of before boarding the aircraft.”
Although when first announced, it was thought they may only be temporary, we expect that these new rules will become
permanent after further refinement. There are a few things that can be done to help travelers adjust to these new
rules. First of all, look for substitutes for the banned items. Some are already available, such as towelettes
and wipes containing soap or bug repellant, that can replace liquids/gels. Watch for more such products in the near
future. Next, remember to go through the items in your carry-on and pull out any banned items before going to the
airport, especially toiletry kits and cosmetic bags. Move them to your checked baggage. Leave that bit of
extra space in your carry-on. Carry-ons go through security a little quicker when they aren’t packed as tightly.
If you have questions about a particular item, you should check with your airline before arriving at the airport or check
the
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website for the latest rules.
There are other results that are being attributing to the new carry-on rules. Some regular business travelers are
reporting better flow through security checkpoint lines since security agents have fewer carry-on bags to scan. The
process of boarding planes seems to be going much smoother and faster with less congestion as passengers have fewer bags
to jam into overhead bins and under seats. On the other hand, the large increase in checked baggage is straining
some airports’ baggage systems and if the new rules stay in place, may require the hiring of more employees for baggage
handling.
Upcoming Travel Programs
We’ve also been busy scheduling our popular travel programs! “Traveler’s Tuesdays” has returned this fall after our
summer hiatus! Here are some of the upcoming shows; to check on the latest information about upcoming programs,
visit our
Travel Programs web page.
Tuesday, September 12th (7:00pm) -
Bhutan
Visit the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Stunningly beautiful mountains, wonderful and warm people, exquisite temples
and architecture, and age old traditions, form a mysterious country know to few. Join us as we recount a magical
trip to Bhutan in October of 2005. Join
Jack Rummel and his wife as they share stories from this incredible
country. We'll visit dzongs and monasteries in Paro, Thimpu, and Punakha and much more! This trip was a
cultural tour with
Elderhostel, where they discovered the cultural secret of a Buddhist Bhutan. You’ll truly
enjoy this show, so please join us!
Tuesday, September 19th (7:00pm) -
Barge Cruise In Burgundy, France
Looking for a travel experience that is sheer pleasure? Join
Marilyn Wertheimer on a small barge cruise
(21 passengers and 5 crew members) as we travel through some of Burgundy's canals in the springtime. Gourmet French
meals and fine Burgundy wines & cheeses help us to realize the good life on a barge cruise! During our leisurely
tour, we'll stop to explore country villages and a few old cities: Chalon sur Saone, Beaune, and Dijon. Our cruise
lasts seven days on the water and covers a distance of approximately 70 miles, including dozens of locks. We'll end
our trip in the beautiful city of Paris. What could be a better trip!?!
Tuesday, September 26th (7:00pm) -
India
Photographer
Sheryl Shapiro got more than she bargained for on her trip to India this past April. Because it
was so hot in Orissa State and West Bengal, she detoured to higher ground in Sikkim on the spur of the moment and
discovered the rich Buddhist culture and friendly mountain people. In Darjeeling, she gladly put on every layer of
clothing she had with her to keep warm before heading back to the heat of Delhi and Agra. Sheryl's photos capture
the beauty of the people in her pictures of colorful markets and daily life. Join us to hear Sheryl's tales of India
and experience her stunning photographs.
Tuesday, October 3rd (7:00pm) -
China
China is changing rapidly. Join
Rob & Vivian Dullien as they share stories and pictures of a behind the
scenes look at "ancient" China. They will take you on a tour of the area west of Shanghai, including the Huangshan
Mountains, and the Beijing area. Their recent trip will keep you captivated and you can learn lots by listening to
their travel tales of China!
Tuesday, October 10th (7:00pm) -
Greece & The Greek Islands
Join
Jim & June Patterson in their trip to Greece just this past spring. The highlights of the trip were
visiting Athens, Meteora/Kalambaka and Delphi on the mainland, and the islands of Paros, Naxos, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini,
Syros and Crete by sailing ship. Come discover Greece and sail away with us for an enjoyable evening exploring the
Greek Islands.
Tuesday, October 17th (7:00pm) -
Peru, Ecuador & Chile
The finale of a nine month trip finds
Pam Gilbert "hablando" with the warm meztisos in the lowlands, the amazing
indigenous peoples of the Andes in Ecuador, and a side trip to the Galapagos Islands. She visited ruins from Chidago
to Machu Picchu in Peru, including a hike in the canyon of Arequipa with condors giving a farewell greeting! Pam
skied in Portillo. Chile and you will see photos of the school she helped build in collaboration with a Quechua
community at an elevation of 10,000 feet in Ecuador! Come discover South America with a seasoned traveler!
Suggested Reading
“Take Me With You”, by Brad Newsham, 2000, published by Ballantine Books. Over the course of 100
days, the author travels through the Philippines, India, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and South Africa to find just
the right person to treat to a one-month visit to the US, to repay a debt of kindness shown to him during previous world
travels. It's more than a narrative on places; it is a study of cultures and human natures, as he takes the time
to actually meet and befriend people along the way. The reader shares his inner debate on the ethics of introducing
a "random soul" to our western world, “Is this good for whom?”, as he makes his choice. It is interesting to see
who he picks and how the visitor becomes a minor celebrity during the month long stay.
Just For Fun
A large train with two engines was crossing the continent. After they had gone some distance one of the engines
broke down. "No problem," the engineer thought, and carried on at half power. Farther on down the line, the
other engine broke down, and the train came to a standstill.
The engineer decided he should inform the passengers about why the train had stopped, and made the following announcement:
"Ladies and gentlemen, I have some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that both engines have failed,
and we will be stuck here for some time waiting for assistance. The good news is that you decided to take the
train and not fly."
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"I soon realized that no journey carries one far unless,
as it extends into the world around us,
it goes an equal distance into the world within.”
- Lillian Smith
Happy Travels!
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