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  1. Denise - "The Outdoor Adventurer"

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    , 08-20-2012 at 03:20 PM
    Longtime Luxury Link traveler Denise D. is a self-avowed "Outdoor Adventurer". Read her insights on a great vacation for nature lovers, and determine your own travel persona by taking this short, fun quiz. You can even enter to win a $500 credit towards your next Luxury Link vacation experience!
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  2. Luxury for Less

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    Luxury for less. We hear the phrase a lot, but what does it mean?

    In most cases it’s code for “distressed” inventory that can’t be sold at regular prices. Last season’s handbag, a whole shipment of designer shoes with scratches on the heel, a spectacular suite at the Ritz…for tomorrow night. Click image for larger version. 

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  3. Trade for a Smile

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    We had just parked our vehicle and were getting ready to enter the crowded market with our guide.

    "It is a big problem with you Europeans (actually, we're from North American but do have European roots). You think you are doing something good, but your handouts are contributing to a culture of begging and dependency," added Francisco,
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  4. Shel - "The Gourmand"

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    , 08-16-2012 at 02:42 PM
    Longtime Luxury Link traveler Shel is a self-avowed "Gourmand". Read her insights on aClick image for larger version. 

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    Q: What do you consider the best city in the world for foodies?
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  5. Peter - "The Urban Explorer"

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    , 08-11-2012 at 10:12 AM
    Longtime Luxury Link traveler Peter B. is a self-avowed "Urban Explorer". Read his insights on a great vacation in the big city, and determine your own travel persona by taking this short, fun quiz. You can even enter to win a $500 credit towards your next Luxury Link vacation experience!

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