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Jan Gets a Blog!
I realized one of my long-time goals and launched my Girl on the Go blog covering travel-related news, events in Atlanta and relationships. Check out other blogs from travelgirl contributors here.


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It's Now for Norway

Stay tuned for the upcoming issue of travelgirl, with a feature on the charms of Norway, then check it out yourself with 50% savings on Norwegian Coastal Voyages from Hurtigruten. Cabin prices now start at just $930 for the six-day southbound voyage. Hurtigruten has been sailing ships along the majestic coast of Norway for more than 100 years. Call 800-582-0835 or visit www.hurtigruten.us.

Donate and Save


The brand-new Klimpton Hotel & Spa in Alexandria has partnered with Dress for Success Washington DC to assist disadvantaged women in their transition from welfare to work. Take gently used jewelry, handbags, scarves or new pantyhose and get 10% off your stay. You'll also get 10% off massages and facials at the Lorien Spa. Rates start at $269 at this 107-room boutique hotel in Old Town. Call 877-856-7436 or visit www.lorienhotelandspa.com. For more details on Dress for Success please visit www.dressforsuccess.org

Howdy, Neighbor!

Charleston welcomes its neighbors in South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia with exclusive offers to come rest a spell. The "Good Neighbors, Great Getaways" features offers at several properties through March 31. These include the Andrew Pinckney Inn with its Welcome Y'all Package starting at just $89 a night; the Ansonborough Inn has a Backyard Break Package that include a horse-drawn carriage ride for $189; and the Elliott House Inn has rates starting at $105 that include afternoon wine and cheese and a welcome gift.
Visit www.GoodNeighborGetaways.com for more information and a full listing of participating properties and packages.

The Dollar Rises


Now for some positive economic news – the dollar is actually performing better abroad, making travel more affordable for us all. The dollar is up 20 and 30% against the Euro; in Mexico you can now get more than 15 pesos to the dollar; and in Australia you can get 1.59 Australian dollars, up from 1.06 a year ago. Add the dollar's better performance to the number of amazing travel deals offered and now really is a good time to get going. What are you waiting for?

pick of the week

No way I could miss these brightly colored products when I visited the Apparel Mart recently. And it just got better when I checked them out and found the prices are so affordable. Made from high quality oilcloth, products from Mary Jane Bags are easy care – just wipe them off if you get a spill – making them perfect for travel. Also check out the products for the home, baby and children and even the men in your life. Prices start at just $10 at www.maryjanebags.com.