OUTRAGEOUS!!!

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Spirit Airlines!!! I was outraged to find out that Spirit Airlines is going to start charging jet setters for bringing carry-on luggage onto the plane! That is just downright wrong and absolutely ridiculous! As of August 1st, expect to shell out $45 for your carry-on bag (each way) if you show up at the airport with it (they cut you a "deal" and only charge you $30 if you check-in on-line)...wow, how nice of them! NOT! What's next? Charging more for wearing shoes and bringing magazines to read on the plane with you? Sorry for ranting, but I just needed to vent. Their C.O.O says "Bring less, pay less." Well if you are going to end up in a position where you can't bring anything with you and instead have to buy your entire wardrobe at your destination, you might as well fly less and instead take more trains, road-trips, and cruises. In New York City, Spirit flies from LaGuardia Airport to Detroit, Fort Lauderdale and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Spread the word to all of the jet setters you know...Spirit Airlines needs to cut this out!!!

HEALTHY FALL VACATION FOR WOMEN

Finishing up with the same topic I've been posting about for the last few days about the February issue of Ladies' Home Journal Magazine article...How to Stay Fit- A Season Guide to Incredibly Fun Trips for the Active Female Traveler...here are the Fall trips they suggest:

1- Biking in Napa Valley, California: The fall weather in Napa and Sonoma is ideal for biking; the rolling hills are challenging but not intimidating. And, of course, there are all those vineyards to visit! Taking a guided group bike tour is a unique way to explore Northern California wine country while meeting new people. You can spend your days cycling at your own pace and stopping for delicious lunches or picnics; and at night, rest up at a great restaurant and a beautiful inn. If you are interested in this sort of trip, a 6-day Napa trip with Backroads bike tours provides meals, high-quality bikes and lodging at different charming inns each night. trips in September and October cost $2,200 per person.

2- Golf on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina: Hilton Head's got wide, flat beaches, mild water, miles of paved bike trails and a top-notch tennis center. Fall is a good time to book a trip since the spring and summer crowds have left but the weather is still mild. This place is especially perfect for couples who love golf! Sea Pines Resort, the island's most famous destination, has three world-class courses, including Harbor Town links. You can take a private lesson or sign on for a one-or-two day school at the Golf Academy at Sea Pines Resort.