From
the President...
Winter 2012
As we start a new year it is important to think about
planning now for your travel in 2012. If you are planning to
travel by air at spring break, you should already be booked.
If you plan to travel on an Alaska cruise next summer, it
should be reserved by the end of February. Thinking of travel to our Aloha state?
The airfare should be booked 6-8 months in advance.
Christmas and New Year’s air travel should be booked in
February of this year.
It will never be more important to plan early than in 2012.
Most airlines had dismal years in 2011 despite their
numerous and annoying fees. There will be less capacity on
fewer flights with higher prices in our future. Fortunately,
the availability and pricing for most resorts is good once
you get to your destination. The key is to make advance
reservations.
Speaking of the airlines, the always profitable Southwest
Airlines will have many flight restrictions lifted from Love
Field in 2012. They will be allowed to fly direct to more
cities although most of the new flights will have at least
one stop. I am always amazed at the great job Southwest has
done to convince the public that their fares are lower than
any other airline. In truth, Southwest’s fares are slightly
higher in markets outside our four state area than those of
other airlines. The slightly higher fare lets Southwest say that “bags fly free” while
they sock away some extra funds.
We are looking forward to assisting you with your advance
reservations. Best wishes for a Happy New Year to you in
2012!
Click here to see the latest photos of my grandchildren.
Donna Johnson, President
Red Bird Travel
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Join Us as we
Travel with Carole
For People Who Enjoy Having Fun
July 2011
During a painful time of loss and sorrow, I was showered with
blessings from so many of you. Please know how grateful I am for
each expression of love and concern.
Count your age by friends, not years.
Laura Mae Utley Gibson, “Blessings”
However, just the fact that you haven’t received a newsletter
from me since last November doesn’t mean you’ve gotten rid of
me! I’m back….and glad to be getting myself …and us… together
again.
Oh my, the beautiful Canadian Rockies were more spectacular than
ever! Spring was about three weeks late in coming to British
Columbia this year. Lake Louise was iced over, with snow on top
of the ice. Folks were walking on the glacier-formed lake
without a worry. Even with ice and snow, the temperatures were
in the upper 50’s and lower 60’s, making for a pleasant
experience. Views were breathtaking, skiers were out in numbers
and those of us from Texas thought it was a magical wonderland.
Some of you have asked me to plan a multi-night train trip. Let
me give you the opinion of my “Travel With Carole Train Gang.”
The consensus is that one night on Canada’s VIA Rail was quite
an adventure. The food was elegantly prepared and served in
lovely dining cars. Sleeping berths were authentic and probably
a rarity in 1950, but I think my closet at home is larger than
our sleeping accommodations were. We drew straws to see who
slept on the top bunk. While we wouldn’t trade for the
experience, it’s one that will quickly be marked off the bucket
list.
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