Category Archives: Commentary

Dear TomTom: Your U.S. customers could use a U.S. phone number.

For some reason, TomTom no longer includes a U.S.-based phone number on their contact page. The number (866.486.6866) is, of course, available elsewhere. But according to The Google, this same number once existed in a sidebar on their main support … Continue reading

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The karaoke cab

While on vacation in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, a handful of us attempt to cab our way home after an all-night birthday celebration. Being in a festive mood, we ask the cabbie if we can turn on some … Continue reading

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Ambergris Caye, Belize in the wake of Hurricane Dean

That Hurricane Dean made landfall almost fifty miles north of Ambergris Caye was unfortunate for those almost fifty miles north, but was very good news for residents and visitors on Ambergris Caye. According to the San Pedro Daily, there are … Continue reading

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Hurricane Dean threatening Ambergris Caye, Belize

Ambergris Caye, Belize is probably my very favorite travel destination. My wife and I honeymooned there in 2004. The local population, downtown, and aquatic recreation are all top-notch. Part of the island’s charm is the fact that it’s small–you can … Continue reading

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