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20 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday October 28, 2006 Sam dips into her mailbag Dear Sam: My husband, son and I are hoping to get away to Florida for a week or two and would like to rent a condo or something similar. Where and how do I go about finding a place to rent and ensuring that it is reputable? Reader Dear Reader: Use the great website for Visit Florida www.VISITFLORIDA.com and search by typing in "condominium rentals in Florida." Then you know they're reputable. Dear Sam: We loved and appreciated your recent article on Rochester. I love Rochester and more people should be aware of the rich history there. I don't know if you made it this time around but you must visit the Susan B. Anthony House on Madison St. as this particular neighbourhood is so richly diverse I love it. Besides the history of Frederick Douglas and Susan Anthony, now it is a mix of high and low income housing and it really works, they have set amazing examples for all of us. I have added a link h t t p : w w w. s u s a n a n t h o n y house.org. Thanks for the great articles. T and A Dear T and A: Much to my surprise there was so much to see and do, I didn't have nearly enough time to see it all. Dear Sam: I'd love to go to New Zealand, but I'm terribly allergic to all kinds of things, and my brother told me before they open the plane when they land, staff come on and spray it. Is this true? If so, I just couldn't fly on that airline. Ms Allergy Dear Ms Allergy: I'm afraid so, they do the same in Australia. The powers-to-be feel this protects the country, from bugs, etc. that could ruin their crops. Hi Sam: I just finished reading your latest article about cruising, and took note of the mention of Norwegian Coastal Voyages. If I met a single lady, that would be good too, but I'm really interested in a great holiday. Single Dear Single: I do like Occidental very much, they do an excellent job. However, this year they aren't doing "no single supplement." There are a number of choices in Cuba, usually between November 1 and just before Christmas. Grab yourself the Sun books and have a look. Sunwing for instance offers the Sol Sirenas Coral Resort and its sister resort the Sol Palmeras Beach Resort. These are both Meliaproperties, and if you like a compact resort, either is a good choice. Nolitours offers the Blau Varadero, with options of no single supplement November, most of December, much of January, April to July and late August to the end of October. I couldn't find anything in the Dominican Republic, but a travel agent might know. There aren't as many options this year. The tour operators seem to be more into single parents with kids deals. You're more likely to meet a "single lady" going at that time. Have fun. Dear Sam: I read your article in the paper and was interested in traveling to South America. I am interested in Eco tours. Could you help me? Wishing you Peace and Laughter, T Dear T: Thank-you, what a nice thought. Gateways International does a great job of South and Central America. They offer Eco trips to Brazil, Chile, and Honduras. Call 1-800-2680900 or www.gateways-internation.com Tourcan Vacations is another great choice. They also offer Tours for Women only that are getting great reviews. 1-800-263-2995 or www.tourcanvacations.com Sam Ion can be reached atsion10@cogeco.ca BEAVER TRAILS TO MEXICO: Matthew and nathan Taylor took The Oakville Beaver to the Tulum Ruins in the Mayan Riviera. They are pictured here high up on a cliff overlooking the turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Take along a copy of The Oakville Beaver on your next vacation and send it in for publication to Beaver Trails, Oakville Beaver, 467 Speers Rd., Oakville, ON, L6K 3S4 or e-mail to editor@oakvillebeaver.com. BEAVER TRAILS TO PANAMA: Mary and Chris Gago took The Oakville Beaver to Panama for some sun and relaxation after winning a $500 flight voucher in the Oakville Beaver's Why I Like to Subscribe contest. PRESIDENT'S CUP 2007 Horizon & Co invites you to join them in Montreal as Jack Nicklaus leads the USA into battle against Gary Player and the rest of the world in the 2007 President's Cup. Your foursome will also have an opportunity to play the designer championship courses around Mont Tremblant for two days of challenging and exhilarating golf. Horizon expects these tickets to be sold out by Christmas, so we encourage you to act fast to avoid disappointment or waitlist status - foursomes get priority. This is the first (and perhaps only) time that the President's Cup will be played in Canada. Itinerary: Day 1, Friday, September 28, 2007 - Fly into Montreal and transfer to the Fairmont Day 2, Saturday, September 29 - Presidents Cup (Team Matches) - At the Royal Montreal Golf Club founded in 1873 - the oldest golf club in North America. Dinner compliments of Horizon at the Beaver Club founded in 1785. Day 3, Sunday, September 30 - President's Cup (Singles Matches) - After the round, transfer to the Fairmont, Mont Tremblant. Day 4, Monday, October 1 - Tremblant - Golf Le Géant. Day 5, Tuesday, October 2 - Tremblant - Golf Le Diable t Cost: $4,250 CDN pp dbl - plus GST - land only. What's Included: · All accommodations on a shared twin/double room basis · Exclusive Championship Club Passes to The President's Cup 2007 · Access to the Championship Club Marquee · Full breakfast daily at your hotel and two gourmet dinners. · Private round trip transportation from the hotel to the grounds of Royal Montreal · Two rounds at Mont Tremblant with carts and green fees (clubs not included) · All transfers by luxury coach to and from Mont Tremblant For more information, give us a call! Visit McTavish At: www.mctavishtravel.com I have been trying to find an agent to arrange a trip with NCV for the past few weeks, after recently watching a travel show about them on either TVO or PBS. I have gone so far as contacting NCV directly at their New York head offices, but would prefer to deal through a local agent; who would also be in a position to arrange airfare, transfers, etc.? In your article you made mention of Holiday House and Transit Holidays, both of which carry Norwegian Cruise Lines, but neither of which have anything on NCV (a different company entirely). Do you have the name of another tour company that carries NCV's cruises? Love your articles, John P.S.: Recently returned from two weeks at the Royal Decameron - Panama in March. For anyone who loves sun, heat (95F), good food and wonderful service all at a great price - it's the place to go. Hello John: I'm putting your question out there for travel agents. Agents, if you can help John, e-mail me and I'll pass your name along. The Panama Royal Decameron does a great job, and as you say at a great price. Dear Sam: You once wrote about how much you like Occidental Hotels. I'm wondering if that would be a good fit for me. I'm interested in Cuba, the Mayan Riviera, and Jamaica. TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS Your guide to local travel experts and the best deals to your perfect getaway! Relax... you're with us 221 Lakeshore Road E. Voted Best Travel Agency Best Cruise Company Best Travel Agent Thanks Oakville! Hopedale Shopping Centre 1515 Rebecca Street, Oakville 905-337-2228 wwwhookedoncruising.com (905) 827-1100 fax: (905) 827-4982 e-mail: travel@mctavish.com