Scott Ahlsmith, CTC's - Roads Less Traveled

Miami Gets Ready for Super Bowl

On February 4, 2007 when the referee blows his whistle and the football is kicked into the air, 75,000 fans will focus on football.  Of course 100 million of us will be glued to our television sets waiting to be entertained by the Superbowl commercials.

Before and after the big game in Miami, however, this city will entertain fans with its pulsating Latin clubs, famous restaurants, and tropical beaches.  From Miami Vice to CSI Miami, this city offers variety and spice that is unique to any worldwide destination.

Where Just Crossing the Street is an Adventure

Picture no traffic lights, no police, and swarming hordes of bicycles and motor bikes between you and your desired destination.  You've just described crossing the street in Hanoi.

When crossing the street becomes an adventure, you know you've discovered a special travel experience.  Just think of the stories you'll be able to tell when you return home!

But, for now a quick lesson on how to accomplish the seemingly impossible: crossing a busy Hanoi street.

Growth of Spas . . . in India

If you have any doubt about Thomas Friedman's commentary in The World is Flat that India has become a world super power, just look at the growth of their economy.  As an affluent upper middle class emerges so do all the amenities, like spas.

In 2006 India saw a blossoming of  resort stay and day spas. With the large city areas reporting a 30 to 40% growth in day spas, there has been a shift from fair skin to healthy skin, from beauty salons to day spas that offer holistic health, and also more male interest in all these categories.