Cuban resort era under Castro draws British tourists
Ann and Tony Crossley of Rishton England visit Varadero's El Paradiso hotel paying 750 dollars for two weeks. They praise the beaches but note shortages and price gouging for locals. Tour operators report issues from pool closures to jellyfish and dog incidents while Oil rumors mix with harsh living conditions. Tourists speak of corruption and prostitution but tourism is seen as vital to Cuba's economy.
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Deforestation and disasters hit multiple regions
Earthweek reports Hon duran deforestation fuels climate shifts and a presidential ban on logging to curb damage. Meteor lights up Broken Hill with seismic buzz, while tornadoes strike Misamis Oriental injuring and missing residents. Wildfires rage in Spain and western U S, killing firefighters, with earthquakes felt from Mexico to Japan and Alberto floods Georgia. An 18 year old in the Island area survives after scorpion bite incident.
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Airlines tighten frequent flier rules under new mileage caps
United, American, and Continental will require 25 000 miles for a free domestic round trip starting Feb 1 with USAir following Jan 1 while Delta cuts to 25 000 from 30 000 and TWA and Northwest reassess. Plan now to redeem 20 000 mile accounts before changes and send requests in writing to secure awards.
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