Airline officials say that this move comes in response to numerous requests.

A recent survey also showed that 90 percent of women polled were in favor of the idea.

The toilet would be available to women from all classes. Men would also be allowed to use the women-only restroom in the event of “emergencies” or when there were “very few” female passengers on board.

Apart from new signs, there will be no differences between ladies’ rooms and other lavatories–although they are considering giving the women-only restrooms special soaps.

All Nippon Airways apparently takes restrooms and bodily functions very seriously. The carrier recently requested that all their passengers make bathroom pit stops before boarding their flights so that they could fly with less weight and better fuel efficiency.

What do you think? Would you like to see more carriers designate lavatories specifically for women?

By Dan Bence for PeterGreenberg.com.

Cairo is to synchronize the call to prayer across the city’s 4500 mosques using computers, putting an end to out of tune and out of time muezzins – the human voices of the call.

For more than a millennium, the competing calls to prayer intoned from thousands of minarets have been one of Cairo’s most distinctive features. But this weekend, the government begins its project to synchronize the five daily calls to prayer across the city to a central computerized feed.

“Egyptians have a problem with timing” said Sheik Salem Abdel-Galil, the official behind the proposal. “Our goals are to accurately set the time of prayer so that it is called at the same time from each mosque, and to control the quality of the voices that call the prayer”

It is proving unpopular with the muezzins, who fear losing their jobs, as well as traditionalists for whom the clashing sounds of the many chants are part of the city’s charm.

 2)    Once on the main page find the “Members” button at the top right of the page.

3)    Click on “Members”

4)    The first time you enter the member’s site you will be taken to a new screen that tells you that the site is password protected and that members need to sign in. This is the site that you enter the password I give you. You need to email me to get this password.

5)    Once you enter the password a new screen will come up. This is the member’s forum. It will say, “Welcome guest, posting on this forum requires registration. Click on the word “registration”.

6)    You will then be taken to a registration site. Here you create your own unique user ID. It can be anything you want. It will also ask for your email.  An email with a password will be emailed to you.  Go to the link on the email, sign in using that password, then you can change your password. 

7)    Once these steps are completed you will then be able to fill out your user profile. But be aware that what you put in your user profile is public information so safe guard your privacy please. Put as much or as little as you are comfortable with. You can always update your profile at any time.

8)    Once you are satisfied with your user profile click on save changes or submit changes. You are done.

9)    The best way to then access the member’s forum is to close your Internet browser and go back into Ladies on the Go. When you go to “Members” you can now enter your ID and your password.

10) From time to time the system hiccups and when you go to log in the original screen will appear. Just enter the password I gave you and then you can log in as normal.

I have been asked why the log in so cumbersome. The answer is simple. I want to provide as much protection to members as I can.  By having you email me to request the initial password I can attempt to screen, as best as possible, who has access. Be assured that both Alice and I moderate the message board.

 I have also been asked why I should register. With Ladies on the Go I am attempting to create a safe space for women who want to travel with other like-minded ladies. But I want your input as to what trips and what type of travel you want to do. The member’s forum is a place to exchange ideas, experiences and opinions. I have set up 6 forums at this time. I can add as many as you like but I wanted to get some content up and running as quickly as I could. If you have any topics you would like to see opened in the forum just email or phone me and I will be happy to accommodate.

I have also been asked why I have a membership fee of $35. First, this fee is subtracted from the first trip you book with Ladies on the Go, so in essence you get the money back on your first trip. Second, by paying a fee I get a sense of who the person is and know that they have a strong interest in committing to travel. It is one way I can keep the site safe for all members. Rather than allowing a general registration, a fee service allows me to track who the users are and know that members are there for the same reason. You too will know that other members are committed to travel.

 So please take the time to email back requesting the initial password. If you have any problems registering or any other questions please feel free to contact me at 604-659-4176 or 1-800-659-4176.

By Joanne B – Lady on the Go

Egypt has always been a dream destination for me.  When the time finally came for me to book a trip I was lucky enough to discover Ladies on the Go, and even luckier that Sharleen had a trip to Egypt showcased.  The trip was the 18 day tour offered by Insight Vacations – Grand Tour of Egypt.  By the time we were ready to depart there were seven of us, strangers traveling alone, together!  …check here for full story

Getting my ducks in a row

Down the Garden path to experience the tranqillity of the Blue Bells

It is spring and it must be time for one week in England.  The Chelsey Flower show will be starting on May 26 and why not have  a look.  Most reasonable way to get to London is on a charter.  Now having said that if you are going to do the charter, you must be prepared.  First chaters do not have to go at the scheduled times.  Our flight was going via Calgary to fill any empty seats with stranded passengers.  Not stranded from ash, but stranded because their plane had engine troubles. Charters do not have many planes like Air Canada so they have longer delays when there is a problem with the airplane.  Next challenge – checking in.  You cannot do an online check in so you are faced with lonnnnng lineups.  Stood in line for one hour. Since the aircraft was changed to a larger plane all the pre-assigned seats were messed up.  Finally on our way to Calgary to  fill the plane - after five hours on the plane we were given dinner.  Oh, but first the drink tray comes – you have to buy coffee, tea, pop and snacks.  A small cup of tea/coffee is served with meal.  A small bottle of water was at our seat and that was the only water freely given.  Luckily I had pruchased two bottles of water at the airport – I will buy four for the return. I only received one glass of water – when I asked.  This was an eleven hour flight – so a heads up: take at least four bottles of water, snacks, fruit, and anything you might want. Meals are never good on flights any way, but the standard was again lowered on this flight.  The good news is we did make it to London Gatwick safely.  I have missed my bus and must wait another hour. I remind byself of the story about travel I had just read. You must leave on a trip with  “patience” and a  ”a sense of humor.’  Also helps to bring face cloths to England – they never have them in the hotels.  Well tomorrow will be a new day –  and once your body is in the right time zone the tolerance level is raised. 

One of the best ways to get around England is the National Express. You can easily book online to go anywhere.  Staying at a great hotel near the airport to allow visiting friends and do a little boot saleing. Not to mention my bargains from Marks & Spencers.      

The only way to get around in England

The perennial favorite in England

Puerto Vallarta – from $498.00
Cancun & Riviera Maya – from $1098.00
Los Cabos – from $998.00
Manzanillo  – from $598.00

Puerto Plata – from $598.00
Varadero – from  $598.00
Punta Cana – from $798.00
Montego Bay – from $1048.00

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The New York Times hosts a large travel show for the public and also for travel professionals. Wanting to further our knowledge on ladies travel we thought we should combine a few days in New York with the show. New York is a great place to see. There is always great shopping – Filenes is one place we always check out. Filenes is the original bargan basement store, originating in Boston. Just tips if you are going to Filenes – prior to your visit go to www.filenesbasement.com and become a fan. You then can receive coupons via email. Macy had a one day sale, and of course there is Bloomingdales. Sounds like all we did was shop – well there was a snow storm so riding around on the hop on/off bus was not an option. Sightseeing is really difficult in a blizzard.

A full day at the Travel Show and we have gathered much information to share with all.

Welcome to Travel show

Grand Central Station

The Subway Stop

Snowy day in New York

                                                                         
                             
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Travel Masters White Rock, 101 1647 140 St, White Rock, BC V4A4H1

Cancun – Mar 6/7 – 7 nights from $1398.00

Puerto Vallarta – Mar 7 – 7 nights from $898.00

Jamaica -Mar 5 – 7 nights from $1698.00

 ** rates are per person based on double and do not include tax

RED HOT SPECIALS FROM INSIGHT book by Jan 30

 Mar 5 – 17 days – Best of Spain and Portugal – Save $330.00 per person 
This tour combines some of Spain’s most popular attractions with the lesser know delights of Portugal. land only $2945.00pp based on double.

 Mar 7 – 13 days - Italian Splendors – Save $264.00 per person
This is a perfectly paced tour with two-night stays in the cities of Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Milan and Venice. land only $2335.00pp dble

Thinking Britain & Europe? Come join Sharleen from Travel Masters/Ladies on the Go, as we explore Britain on a 15 day, easy pace, small group tour. All 2 night or more stays – London, York, Edinburgh, Chester & Bristol. The British Heritage tour is limited to 26 passengers. Call Sharleen now at 604-659-4176. click here for a complete itinerary  

Two for one air to Europe with Insight on select tours. Book and pay by Jan 30/10

Ladies on the Go Meeting Sunday Jan 24 – 1:30PM Elgin Hall, 14250 Crescent Rd, South Surrey Our guest will be Tom McLean from Collette Tours to talk about our tour to Italy &, Kenya. Come join us to talk travel and meet other ladies who share your passion for travel. Please Rsvp.

CALL NOW – SHARLEEN OR ALICE – 604-659-4176/1-877-659-4176

Travel Masters White Rock, 101 1647 140 St, White Rock, BC V4A4H1