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Just returned from
Australia...
Hello Journeywoman. I just returned from Australia after ten weeks.
The security at Sydney and L.A. Ex was very tight and line ups were
long but the flight was without incident. The airports are pretty
quiet in comparison to what used to be normal travel. Allow lots
of extra time . I love your web site. I do have an orange ribbon
on my luggage. Keep up the good work. All the best.
Carolyn, a Journeywoman in Canada |
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I'm trying to overcome my fear
of flying...
I have enjoyed your website for a long while now. What would be
so very helpful to someone such as myself that has travelled far
and wide, is now how to over come the fear of getting on the plane
- overcoming the fear. How do we begin to break it down into manageable
pieces and being able to again enjoy travelling. I am actually
quite surprised at myself since I have always prided myself at
being a "leader" with my friends and family, encouraging them
to take every trip and discover new place, have adventures, etc.
I can imagine there are others out there who could use a boost
to again rediscover travel without terror.
Michelle, an American Journeywoman
Ed. Note:
Anybody who has advice for Michelle, can send her an e-mail
via our office and we will forward it to her. Put Michelle's name
in the subject line. Mail to: editor@journeywoman.com.
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We must move on...
We are all saddened, as you say, but we must not be so frightened
that we cannot or will not continue our lives. The terrorist attack
in New York was truly awful and we should not forget that, but
we do have to move on because that is what life is all about -
moving on... We truly do have nothing to fear but fear itself.
Let us not forget, but let us move on, let us travel.
Linda, a Canadian Journeywoman
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Travel, travel, travel...
I'm a Canadian currently based in London, England but travelling
every chance I get.
Julie, a Canadian Journeywoman |
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must visit New York...
Hello. I live in the Washington area, just a mile from the Pentagon.
I now feel drawn to New York, perhaps as a part of my own need
for mourning as I know several people who are still listed as
missing there and so many people here are affected as well. I
think others might want to visit soon too. But New York is a big
place and pretty expensive. I'd like to suggest a newsletter on
some tips for New York.
Edrie, an American Journeywoman
Ed. note: There's some very
interesting NY tips in our article, 'Women Tell Women About New
York' at: http://www.journeywoman.com/gfc/new_york.html
Take a look. I think you'll appreciate the information.
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Travel is enriching...
Naturally everyone is reeling from the recent horrendous events
but I hope people will continue to travel as keenly as ever because
nothing is so useful and enriching as firsthand knowledge of other
cultures, and ultimately (let's hope) the way to peace. Warm wishes.
Sue, a Journeywoman in Britain
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Kudos to American
West...
I have not traveled since the disaster but will be going on my next
trip in October. I wish to congratulate American West on their efficient
use of email. They have kept me informed of what they are doing,
new procedures and what to expect when travelling. Since this service
is not standard and the information was timely and appreciated,
I figured it was worth a comment.
Dolores, a Journeywoman in Alice Springs, Australia |
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A note from a tour
operator...
Evelyn, I wanted to say well done for your last email newsletter.
All tips were such excellent advice under these new travel conditions
and the idea about the orange ribbon is brilliant. I'm happy to
report no cancellations at all for my tour company. On my September
22 Arizona Spectacular, all 8 showed up with a couple of them muttering
that no bunch of crazed zealots was going to stop them seeing the
West! Mother Nature came thru as a wonderful healer (including a
Toronto gal who works on the trading floor in the bond market and
knew traders who perished in the September 11 tragedy). By the end
of our adventure, the 'girls' were physically tired but refreshed
mentally from the magic of the land.
Cheryl, Canyon Calling Tours, USA |
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I cancelled my trip...
Thank you for your most recent newsletter. Always interesting
to read. I had planned a trip to Morocco however cancelled it
this week.
Elecia, an American Journeywoman
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I am not afraid
at all...
Am I afraid? Returned Friday from Easter Island and Santiago. Will
depart this Thursday for a week on the Escargot cruising Burgundy,
France's canals and another week with friends in Wiesbaden and Frankfurt.
Dorothy, an American Journeywoman |
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I'm a little afraid...
I don't want to be too far away from home so I'm choosing to travel
in the USA. I'm not flying right now. I've returned to train travel.
Good to read your nice comments about Amtrak.
Zelda, a Journeywoman in Chicago, USA
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Travel is safer
now than ever...
It would be safer to travel now as security tightens world-wide,
or at least in most countries. Some friends of mine left last week
to visit the Mediteranean and Middle-East. It should be interesting
to hear how they manage. Will keep you posted if anything of interest
develops.
Lise, a Journeywoman in Toronto, Canada |
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We can be examples
to other women...
We need a vital community of women travellers more than ever. We
can lead the way for the rest of the world as we move on from our
grief. I don't believe "fearful" is a word that describes your JW
subscribers. Best wishes.
Pamela, a Journeywoman in Philadelphia, USA |
No
woman ever looks at the world with pristine eyes. She sees it edited
by a definite set of customs and institutions and ways of thinking.
Journeywoman
checked our archives for the women-centered travel stories you've
liked best over the years. We've organized the top five and offer
the links below. Read, relax, enjoy. And, please send this list
on to your travellin' pals. The more of us who hit the road again,
the merrier.