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Washington DC: New Smithsonian Museum Adjunct Debuts PDF Print E-mail


President Obama officially opened the National Museum of African American History and Culture in the nation’s capital. Attending the ceremonies were members of America’s oldest African American church, First Baptist of Williamsburg VA.

A highlight of the event was the ringing of the 150-year-old church Freedom Bell. The congregation was established in 1776, the year the American Revolution began. Many of the first members were slaves and freed-slaves. In the pre-Civil War days, church services were held secretly in nearby Virginia farm fields and forests. When your senior travels include Washington DC, for more info, go to nmaahc.si.edu/about/museum.Smithsonian Institution

 
Air China: Be Aware Of Big Bad London Town PDF Print E-mail


It’s political incorrectness gone viral! The warning in a recent issue of the airline’s magazine, was: “London is generally a safe place to travel. However precautions are needed when entering areas mainly populated by Indians, Pakistanis and black people.

“We advise tourists not to go out alone at night, and females always to be accompanied by another person when travelling.”

Of course, the advice may also apply correctly for senior travelers, who must face the reality and vulnerability of big city crime. They’re certain to be robbed blind by sky-high prices of London hotel rooms, fancy-schmancy restaurants, taxi rides and exclusive shoppes in Mayfair.

 
Marriott Hotels Feature TED In-Room TV Live Chats PDF Print E-mail


The popular online and YouTube website offers travelers free opportunities for two-way conversations. Now, while staying at a Marriott, you can use the room TV’s social media channels to gab.

While into TED, you can discuss politics, ask opinions, get health info, find the best local restaurants and talk live about almost anything you choose. Fortunately, unlike your mother-in-law’s tirade, you can turn off TED whenever you wish to end the conversation.

 
Tokyo, Japan: Helpful Robots Roam Haneda Airport PDF Print E-mail


It’s about three feet tall and rolls around through the busy Tokyo Haneda International Airport. It provides security duties, as well as give info and answers questions in English, Japanese and Chinese. It has some nearby relatives, Cyberdyne Cleaning Robots. They can be seen day and night, mopping and sweeping, keeping Haneda spotless.

So, if your senior travels take you to that popular destination, make sure you know the difference between the two robot services. One will politely give you directions to your boarding gate, while the other may just get mad and clean your clock.

 
LATAM Airlines Special: From $299 RT Miami To Bogata PDF Print E-mail


If Colombia is in your travel plans, take advantage of the great deal, in effect until Monday, August 22. In addition to the bargain air price, it includes two free checked bags, inflight entertainment, dine and wine service.

LATAM, created in 2012 with the merger of LAN and TAM Airlines, offers flight schedules from U.S. airports to destinations in Peru, Chile, Colombia and Argentina. www.latam.com

 
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