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CheapCarRental.net says Philadelphia the most expensive city for rental cars and we the Prompt Charters has much positive professional comments to add to the survey

The Most Expensive Car Rental Destinations in the USA
August 8, 2016
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This summer, car renters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will encounter the highest prices in the USA. A recent survey from CheapCarRental.net came to this determination after comparing 50 main U.S. cities. Each one’s car rental rate during the month of August 2016 served as the basis of comparison.

When it comes to renting a car, the City of Brotherly Love isn’t so brotherly this summer. Renters can expect to spend an average of $83 per rental day at the check-in counter there, and that’s for the city’s cheapest available vehicle. Rounding out the Top 3 are Seattle and Boston at only a few dollars cheaper per day. With average daily rates of $81 and $80, respectively, they take the number two and three spots on the survey.

In contrast, car renters will enjoy low rental rates throughout much of Florida. Orlando, for example, shows the least expensive rate in the USA at a mere $26 per rental day. Its state partners of Miami, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale are also a bargain in comparison to Philadelphia. In all three Floridian cities, visitors should be able to find a vehicle rental for approximately $30 daily.

The following table compares car rental rates of 50 destinations in the USA. The prices shown reflect the average daily rate for the cheapest available car in each locale during the period spanning August 1–31, 2016. For comparative purposes, each respective city’s airport was chosen as the Pick-Up and Drop-Off location.

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  • 1.Philadelphia$83
  • 2.Seattle$81
  • 3.Boston$80
  • 3.Chicago$73
  • 5.Detroit$71
  • 6.Portland$69
  • 7.Cincinnati$67
  • 7.Indianapolis$61
  • 9.Denver$61
  • 9.Cleveland$60
  • 11.Newark$59
  • 11.Albuquerque$59
  • 13.St. Louis$59
  • 14.New York$57
  • 14.Minneapolis$57
  • 14.Buffalo$56
  • 17.Reno$55
  • 17.Atlanta$55
  • 19.New Orleans55
  • 20.Nashville$55
  • 21.Tucson$53
  • 21.Dallas$53
  • 23.Sacramento$53
  • 24.Austin$52
  • 24.Houston$52
  • 26.Oakland$52
  • 27.Kansas City$51
  • 27.Memphis$51
  • 29.Washington DC$50
  • 30.Raleigh$49
  • 30.San Jose$48
  • 30.San Francisco$47
  • 30.Jacksonville$47
  • 30.Salt Lake City$46
  • 35.Palm Springs$45
  • 36.Pittsburgh$45
  • 37.Savannah$45
  • 38.San Antonio$45
  • 39.Baltimore$44
  • 40.Milwaukee$44
  • 41.Charlotte$43
  • 41.Phoenix$42
  • 41.Honolulu$42
  • 41.Las Vegas$41
  • 45.Los Angeles$41
  • 45.San Diego$40
  • 47.Fort Lauderdale$32
  • 48.Tampa$30
  • 48.Miami$28
  • 50.Orlando$26

Tourism expenditure-the concept defined and the related info along with the Prompt Charters in US

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The concept of International mass tourism

  •  Relatively new phenomenon
  • Low-base in the 1960s into a global juggernaut it is today
  • The question is – which country enjoys the most tourism and which all are the countries that spend the most on travel?

The map given below will  a clear picture of the same

Inbound tourism can be thought of as a tourism receipts

On the map, inbound tourism expenditures are the expenditures of foreigners visiting a specific country.

From the perspective of an American, any foreigner spending money to travel to and visit your country is considered an inbound tourism expenditure.

Both maps are separated by region with a colour key indicating each region.

The bigger the country appears on the map, the more the expenditures.

The data was collected from the World Bank in 2014.

Conversely, outbound tourism expenditures are the expenditures of tourists from a specific country.

Imagine you’re an American.

If you spend money to visit Germany as an American tourist, this would be considered an outbound tourism expenditure for America.

Unsurprisingly, wealthier countries enjoy higher expenditures, both outbound and inbound.

This is simply because the citizens of these countries have more money to spend on travel. It’s also because wealthier countries usually invest in tourist attractions.

For inbound tourism expenditures, the United States is far ahead of all others.

People across the world spent a total of $220.1B to travel to the US and enjoy what the United States has to offer.

(Press Release)

 

 

http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-international-tourism-expenditure

Fairmont Austin set to open in 2017 and the Prompt Charters can render the best competitive rates to participate and enjoy the occasion in US

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Fairmont Austin set to open in 2017
The Fairmont Austin, a new 37-story luxury hotel, is set to open in summer 2017.

Once representing an important common ground between east Austin and downtown, Palm Park will be restored as a leafy, shady respite at the water’s edge, a gathering place that serves the hotel, Convention Centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.

 

We are excited to welcome Fairmont Austin to the Waller Creek district. 

This beautiful hotel, connected to nature and the creek at Palm Park, is transforming the district into a vibrant, urban environment.

-Peter Mullan, Waller Creek Conservancy chief executive

 

 
Fairmont Austin’s proximity to both Palm Park and Waller Creek inspired Warren Sheets, of San Francisco-based interior design firm Warren Sheets Design, to create an organic continuity from the hotel’s environment to the spaces within, realising the ‘hotel on a park’ concept in a multitude of spectacular and unexpected ways.

“On a broader scope, I was looking at how important outdoor life is to Austinites and to the state itself,” said Sheets.

“Because the hotel is on a park, I brought The Park into the hotel. All the interior elements down to the smallest details weave a cohesive narrative that honours this beautiful city and will serve to welcome guests with trademark hospitality.”

Upon entering, guests are greeted by two 24 feet high by 26 feet wide towering Heritage Oak trees which flank the reception desk; while The Park  Lounge features a geometric, life-size topiary garden with majestically imposing tree, and moving lights aimed at the ceiling. Indigenous greenery and cultural references also appear throughout the hotel’s interior.

The Red River Canopy Walk, a 33-foot-tall elevated connection from Fairmont Austin to the Austin Convention Centre, will allow the public and guests to view Waller Creek and Palm Park from a unique aerial perspective.

The pedestrian bridge will include a stairway and ramp leading to Palm Park and three miles of new hike and bike trails.

The elegant, open-air design of the Canopy Walk will reinforce Waller Creek’s mission of renewing urban parks to create authentic and uplifting experiences that reflect Austin’s dynamic spirit.

 

http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fairmont-austin-set-to-open-in-2017

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You might be interested to explore the city of Sedona, Arizona with its fame as one of the most beautiful vacation locations in the USA. It is also interesting to know that the city has the reverence of being a magnificent spiritual haven since prehistoric times.

The city has been witnessing religious ceremonies of various kinds and needless to say that people throng the city for their spiritual awakening as well.

You are sure to get interested by its Red sandstone cliffs at an elevation of a thousand feet above the valley floor.

Buttes, mesas and pinnacles of rock rise throughout the valley.

You will enjoy the sight of having  the rocks being eroded into fantastic shapes resembling giant fortresses, towers, pinnacles and other exotic visages.

The location of the village of Sedona in the midst of this scenic splendor surrounded by cascading mountain streams, lush green meadows, and forested hillocks all dominated by the imposing red rock formations are sure to absorb you as well.

http://www.usatourist.com/english/destinations/arizona/sedona/sedona-main.html

How to Stay Fit on Vacation and a trip experience at competitive rates along with the Prompt Charters in US

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You might be aware of the fact that the enjoyment and the indulgence that a vacation renders is endless and memorable.

Vacation is also about balancing your diet habits and just read the following suggestions.

Make Some Simple Food Swaps

You can make it a point to swap out some items for healthier ones making a big difference.

Here are a few of Miller’s suggestions:

Replace the bun: You can go for a tomato “bun” or lettuce “wrap” instead of regular bread or wraps.

You will get lots of calories and additional fiber, vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

Avoid fatty spreads:  You can replace mayo or any other creamy spread on your sandwich, ask for dijon or yellow mustard instead, Miller recommends.

It is also interesting to note They’re lower in calories and offer a mouthful of flavor with just a small amount.

Start the day healthy: It is suggestible to have an egg white omelet with veggies for breakfast along with a side of fruit instead of a regular omelet with cheese, high-fat meats, toast and hash browns.

Add in Some Activity to Your Day

The highly suggestible way to remain healthy is to remain stationary in your entire trip.

Just get out and keep your fat at bay.

These Are the Most Scenic Train Rides in the US and you can take the services of the Prompt Charters to reach the journey point in US

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You might be knowing that traveling by train is a step back into a bygone era and surely it is an alternative to coasting along the highways and byways of the U.S.

What the journey in the train renders you is a unique perspective, a classy experience and a glimpse at dazzling landscapes as well.

Follow along the great rail lines of the country with this guide to the most scenic train rides in the U.S. compiled by Conde Nast Traveler or you may want to start with number one on the list — the nostalgic Grand Canyon Railway.

If you want to add a bit of a twist to your rail travel, try the Napa Valley Wine Train, also on the Conde Nast list. The train was built by a billionaire to transport visitors to a spa resort in Calistoga, but now, guests sip local vintages while riding through vineyards and valleys on a three-hour roundtrip journey.

You can also find out which other classic rail journeys have made the list here.

 

Poke gaining mementum as the latest favourite among the food buffs along with a trip package of the Prompt Charters in San Diego in the US

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Poke-some facts-

You might be knowing that the term `Poke’ meaning to slice or cut, is a Hawaiian dish, which is being prepared with chunks of raw tuna, seaweed and salt.

The popularity of this dish can be gauged from the fact of success of the poke (pronounced poh-keh) relatd programme   I Love Poke San Diego event launched seven years ago by Nino “Neens” Camilo.

It is interesting to note that the fresh, poke can be sold-by-the scoop at deli counters or found as an ideal appetizer at highbrow restaurants.

Different cultures have contributed to this like;

  1. Californians have added the avocados
  2. Asians the wonton chips
  3. wasabi, soy sauce and more.
  4. You will come to know that in Hawaii, poke always served with rice

Some of the ideal restaurants where you can have Poke

 

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Ahi poke made with tuna, soy sauce, sea salt, green onions, maui onions and limu
TYPE Salad
COURSE Appetizer
PLACE OF ORIGIN United States
REGION OR STATE Hawaii
MAIN INGREDIENTS Yellowfin tuna, sea salt, soy sauce, inamona, sesame oil,limu seaweed, chili pepper

The Lanai

The Lanai

You will love this restaurant for its little Garden of Eden in Leucadia for its fresh and authentic Hawaiian eats on a sunny patio with picnic tables.

You can have here beautiful poke – just enjoy with raw ahi with soy, sesame oil, sweet onion, scallions, togarashi, and Hawaiian salt or go Californian and add chunks of avo.

Where: 1114 N. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92204

http://www.thelanaileucadia.com

 

Zarlitos

You will love this National City family restaurant famous for its Filipino and Mexican specialties and Hawaiian-style poke.

You will find here the Zariltos making poke so special rendering  good variety of pokes with its thick spicy garlic, ahi limu (seaweed), shoyu, ahi fuikake, ahi kimchi, salmon, tako and seared albacore.

Where: 505 E. 8th St, National City, CA 91950
www.zarlitos.com

Fish 101

This is well known for its fresh fish, dishes up sashimi grade albacore tuna poke appetizer with sesame, shoyu, sweet onion, wakame, and wonton chips, or try their poke bowl with rice, seaweed salads, fresh greens and cucumbers, perfect with a Ballast Point Pale Ale.

Where: 1468 N. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

Chris’ Ono Grinds

You will love this Hawaiian plate lunch eatery with its poke made from sashimi-grade ahi tossed in Chris’ ono kine sauce.  It is lo taste here bowl with ahi, macadamia nuts, diced veggies all over rice, and drizzled with wasabi aioli.

Where: 4506 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116

Chandler’s

You will find this restaurant friendly restaurant at Cape Rey Resort in Carlsbad with its special poke item.

Where: 1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011

 

http://blog.sandiego.org/2016/08/poke-hawaiian-staple

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Accommodation –  Needless to comment on the plethora of hotels and rooms available in the USA.

 

Motel

 

 

 

Hotel

You will find that outside major cities,  there are numerous cheap hotels and motels. Hostels dorm beds cost between $25-40 USD per night. , whereas, cheap motels and hotels like Motel 6 or Super 8 cost begin at $35 USD per night and can be along any highway.

Hotels in cities start at $70 USD per night (in major cities like NYC, they start closer to $100).

You must also remember that in the U.S., prices fluctuate in accordance with a lot factors like region,etc.

 

 

Food – The highlight  is that food is available in the US at nominal rates and you can afford to eat them from the fast food and cheap sandwich shops,as well.

Sandwich shops are around $5 USD, fast food will cost you $6 USD per meal (unless you go after the dollar menu), mid-range sit down restaurants will cost between $10-15 USD for a meal and drink.

If you’re going to shop for groceries and cook your own food, expect to spend between $50-60 USD per week.

Transportation –  The transportation system in the US is highly developed and the easiest way to travel around is to depend on a highly skilled and professional car rental agency like the promptbuscharters.com.

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You should note that the great expanse of America is best seen via car and the open road. There is also an extensive train and bus network  like the MegaBus, BoltBus, and Greyhound.

Moreover, you can also depend on the option of flights which is both quick and expensive.

For cheap flights, consider JetBlue and Southwest. Amtrak runs trains cross-country trains.

http://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/united-states-travel-guide

Liberty Island to reopen on United States Independence Day and a trip to the tour destination at competitive rates along with the Prompt Charters in US

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Officials at the United States National Park Service has confirmed Liberty Island, damaged by Hurricane Sandy, will reopen on July 4th.

Ellis Island, also damaged in the storm, requires more extensive repairs and remains closed.

There is no reopening date at this time.

Advance reservations are required for access to the Statue of Liberty’s crown.

Tickets are for a specific date and time must be picked up at the ferry departure point in Battery Park in Manhattan.

The National Park Service is anticipating a busy July 4th weekend, based on advance sales.

Visitors are encouraged to book in advance.

 

(Press Release)

 

http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/liberty-island-to-reopen-on-united-states-independence-day

oneworld enhances online training resources for travel agents

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oneworld has expanded its online training resources for travel agents to cover its full suite of fare products.

oneworld offers a wider range of fares than any other global airline alliance, for trips around the world or through several or just one continent, all at attractive prices.

They offer the flexibility of flights on any of oneworld’s 14 member airlines and their 30 affiliated carriers, serving more than a thousand destinations in more than 150 countries.

 

 

 

The oneworld Training Academy’s original module, launched two years ago, focusses on the alliance’s market-leading, flagship, continent-based round-the-world fare, oneworld Explorer.

Thousands of travel agents worldwide have already used it to brush up on their round-the-world selling skills.

Now another three modules have been added, covering:

Global Explorer: oneworld’s miles-based round-the-world fare that includes flights by some strategic partner airlines that are not part of the alliance, extending the range of its network still further.
Circle Fares: Which enable travellers to fly to the other side of the world and then back, without going all the way round the world.
Visit Passes: Offering travel within one continent or region, with options covering every continent (apart from Antarctica).
These additional modules are available now in a choice of seven languages – English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese and Spanish – at travelagent.oneworld.com.

The fun and informative e-learning lessons, each of which can be completed in around 30 minutes, are designed to equip travel agents to sell these fares confidently and correctly.

They lead participants through a series of product lessons, with engaging interactive exercises and sample itineraries, covering all the command entries needed to book these fares through all the key GDSs (global distribution systems, like Amadeus, Sabre, etc.) enabling travel agents to book them quickly and easily.

Once successfully completing a module, the “oneworld Fares Specialist” diploma can be downloaded and printed.

Participants successfully completing all modules will receive a “master” certificate, proclaiming them an “oneworld Fare Products Expert”.

oneworld vice president commercial José María Alvarado said: “The growing popularity of round-the-world travel gives travel agents a unique selling opportunity.

“Being able to price and book these complex itineraries accurately is a required skill that every travel agent should have.

“Through our oneworld Training Academy, which has been very well received since its launch, travel agents from across the globe can see for themselves just how quick and easy oneworld fares are to sell.”

http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oneworld-enhances-online-training-resources-for-travel-agents