As I sit here in front of my desk on this gloomy, gray and rainy Vancouver July morning I can't seem to lift my spirits. I do apologize for the melancholy, I'm usually pretty chipper and wanting to write upbeat blogs. But I can't seem to do that today. This has been a sad week.
A Week of Tragedy
Of course, anyone who's read the papers, listened to the radio and/or watched the news is aware of horrific events that shake communities around the world — from deadly explosions abroad to mass shootings closer to home. These senseless acts of violence serve as stark reminders of how fragile life can be.
The Case for Your Own Vehicle
With what's going on in the world today it seems that renting your own vehicle while on vacation, business or any other type of travel would be a fairly safe way of getting around. In this day and age, avoiding largely populated public places and places of transportation has never seemed more appealing.
Stay Alert and Cautious
More than anything I want to send my condolences to the families and friends of victims of senseless violence. I also encourage all of you travelers out there to be alert and cautious. It is a crazy world in which we live so do all you can to enjoy life and make the best of it in the safest way possible.
Travel isn't just about finding great deals — it's about arriving safely and coming home with memories, not regrets. Stay aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts.
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