Patakis headed for European vacation

Patakis headed for European vacation 

(Albany, NY - AP) - Governor Pataki and his wife are taking off for a European vacation tonight that will take them to Spain and France. The Patakis will fly to Madrid and then visit Barcelona before heading across the border to Biarritz, the posh resort town.
Source: www.wrgb.com

Money tips for foreign travel 
Even with the relationship between the dollar and the euro and other foreign currencies deteriorating, Americans are expected to travel overseas in increased numbers this summer.
Source: www.northjersey.com

Beirut airport bombing puts Lebanese economy, Mideast aviation in disarray 
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Israel's bombardment of the Beirut airport Thursday disrupted Middle Eastern air travel and threatened to cripple Lebanon's tourism industry at the start of its busiest season.
Source: cnews.canoe.ca

Iberia Pilots Strike During Busy Season

Iberia Pilots Strike During Busy Season 

Pilots at Spanish airline Iberia began a weeklong strike Monday, forcing the cancellation of more than 200 flights and obliging travelers to seek alternative arrangements during a vacation season in one of Europe's top tourist destinations.
Source: biz.yahoo.com

Rock on ... 
Spicing things up: Real Madrid's Aug. 12 visit to Salt Lake will probably be a big deal for soccer fans, no matter who is in the lineup. But what if the famous David Beckham doesn't show?
Source: deseretnews.com

Popularity of Depression glass proves unwavering 
When The Lord of the Rings first hit theatres in 2001, Burger King patrons could augment their Whopper with a free, glowing Hobbit chalice that worked well for snack time but seemed unnatural around the dinner table.
Source: www.waxahachiedailylight.com

Brazil doctor says Ronaldo likely to have knee surgery 
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 (Reuters) - Ronaldo is likely to have knee surgery during his vacation following Brazil's exit from the World Cup, Brazil doctor Jose Luis Runco said on Wednesday.
Source: au.sports.yahoo.com