India: Myth Versus Reality

Few places in the world are as misunderstood as India.  It is a land that creates pretty strong negative reactions from people who have never stepped foot in the country, and even stronger positive ones from those who have.  The following are the five biggest myths about India. Myth #1:  If I go to India, I will get sick. Fact:  We have led many trips to India, and not one of our travelers has ever gotten sick.  Yes, one needs to be careful, as they do in many countries but Zoom Vacations selects only the safest hotels and restaurants for...

Featured Travelers, Jaime and Conrado, from Mexico City.

Conrado and Jaime first heard of Zoom Vacations over ten years ago, and when they decided to go to India, they knew who to call.  It was their first Zoom Vacation, and we hope it will not be their last, because they were such wonderful travelers!  Always friendly, open to trying new experiences, appreciative of the wonderful things that happened to them on the trip, and always so courteous and respectful of local customs, people, and culture.  Plus, with all their shopping, they significantly improved the local economy! Zoom:  It seems to us that a lot of people have misperceptions...

Gay Marriage: Who’s Next!

Zoom Vacations celebrates in NYC The United States of America adds its name to the list of countries where same-gender marriage is legal throughout the country. It is obvious that discrimination is falling, and the freedom to love and marry who we wish is winning, but which will be the next country?   Australia:  Same-gender couples who have lived together for more than two years achieve “De Facto” status, which grants many of the rights that marriage provides.  This indicates a definite step in the right direction. Slovenia:  This is our bet for the next country to legalize same-gender marriage.  On March...