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The Bahamas' Ministry of Tourism has what is believed to be a first not only for that area but perhaps anywhere in North America: a director of romance.

Newly appointed Freda Madrisotti will provide a link between hotels, resorts, facilities, vendors and suppliers to help provide any type of romantic occasion.

"Each of our islands presents an array of romantic alternatives and in this new position Madrisotti will provide a seamless connection among our partners," said Vernice Walkine, director-general, Bahamas Ministry of Tourism.

Among other duties, she will promote romance-specific hotel packages in the Bahamas and "serve as the gatekeeper to all things romantic," according to the tourism office.

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RC Goes After Family Cruising

The Voyager even has an ice rink on board! Royal Caribbean's experiment this year with shorter Mediterranean cruises that often had more family appeal was successful enough for the cruise line to schedule the 3,939-passenger Voyager of the Seas for a return next year. Unlike Royal's longer Mediterranean cruises on Legend of the Seas, the Voyager sailings are only three to seven nights.
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Now THAT'S Using Your Airline Miles

51 Year Old Electrician...Going To Space!

Anyone who has ever tried to use airline miles has probably run into problems. Black out dates. Restrictions. Sold out flights. But Alan Watts a former electrician from Great Britan became the first to use his to go to outer space to take a trip on Virgin Airlines Galactic Ship.

“If it was ready next week, I’d be there,” Alan Watts, who has traded in 2 million Virgin Atlantic frequent flyer miles for a ride on SpaceShipTwo, told Space.com. “I’m really looking forward to it.”

Traveling With Fido? Houston It Is!

Houston was the top ranked city for those traveling with their pets.

Houston ranked first among US cities as the best accommodation for travelers with pets, according to AAA.

Their list rated cities on the number of pet-friendly hotels, campgrounds and parks. The ratings also took into consideration the number of animal hospitals.

Texas was the winning state overall, capturing the top three spots. San Antonio was second, followed by Austin.

Albuquerque, N. M, was fourth, followed by Phoenix, Dallas, New York, Orlando, Nashville and Tucson, Ariz.

"This type of travel is on the rise," said Randy Bly, director of community relations fro AAA Auto Club South.

Since 1999, the number of pet-friendly hotels has grown 28%, AAA said.

An estimated 29 million travelers took a pet with them on vacation sometime during the past three years, said the Travel Industry Association.

Let Them Have Liquids!

Water, Water Everywhere...

The Federal Aviation Adminstration has lightend it's restrictions on liquids that can be carried on to flights. This will come as good news for travelers who found it difficult to travel without their favorite water bottle.

Under the new rules travelers will be allowed to carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries, 3 ounces or less, that fit comfortably in a one quart-size, clear plastic, zip-top bag. Airline travelers may also bring aboard items, including beverages, that have been purchased in the secure boarding area, according to a TSA release.

The FFA also has lightened restrictions on other liquids including medications and baby formula but each of those must be declared at security check points.

This should come as welcome news to frequent flyers!

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