This was our summer 2009 big trip. Flying to and arrival at Frankfurt was eventless. Car rental was smooth (AVIS). We were lucky that we were able to get a diesel automatic car although we forgot to request either of these features. Since we wanted to drive to Czech Republic, they had to change the car that was originally reserved for us- a Mercedes. German rental companies do not allow Mercedes and BMWs to be driven in to Czech Republic due higher risk of luxury car theft. Day 1: Heidelberg It is a historic city with a beautiful castle. Closest Parking [View Full Entry]

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Cruise #1: Carnival Inspiration from Tampa to Cozumel First of all, let me start out by saying I had little interest in going on a cruise. I thought it would be boring to just spend time doing nothing but eating and stuck in a confined space with total strangers. Not only I had no interest, in fact I was concerned somewhat of being forced into a rigid schedule. However, a family friend of ours convinced we do a cruise together and we thought to give it a try. Another family joined us (amazingly the timing was perfect for all 3 families), [View Full Entry]

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Dec 2008 trip to Cancun, Mexico Trip: Cancun, Mexico Dec 22-31, 2008 Top ten travel notes from Weerapperuma family We visited Cancun, Mexico from December 22- Dec 31, 2008. Here is some useful info if you plan on taking the same trip. 1. If you are a US citizen, you don’t need an entry visa to visit Mexico. It is easiest just to travel with a valid passport. Cancun airport is easy to navigate, make sure you fill every required box in the immigration form before you go to the officer. Otherwise you will have to stay back and fill it [View Full Entry]

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