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Traveling with Friends: Always popular but on the upswing

Traveling with Friends: Always popular but on the upswing

Traveling with friends is nothing new but because of the confluence of demographics and economics, it’s a phenomenon that appears to be gaining popularity across all age groups. The travel industry has responded, too, with a proliferation of promotional offers for girlfriend getaways and mancations—and villas or other rental properties appropriate for stays by multiple…

August 10, 2012 | Leave a comment Continue reading
It’s a ship, not a monastery; here’s how to be social

It’s a ship, not a monastery; here’s how to be social

Get over the mistaken notion you’re on Noah’s Ark, where people are already paired two by two. Cruising offers unparalleled opportunities for singles— as well as couples and families—to find friends and make new travel companions. Think about it: Except for high school or college, when was the last time you were immersed in the…