that‘s my starting issue 011

Because the first day of classes is today, everyone would now like a vacation, and I have friends on a tiny barrier island off North Carolina.

The Official Travel & Tourism Website for Ocracoke Island, NC
“The official website for Ocracoke Island brought to you by The Ocracoke Civic and Business Association. Located at the southernmost tip of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island is part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and boasts almost 16 miles of pristine, undeveloped beaches. Access…”

The Merriam Visitors Bureau needs a visit from me, too.

Currituck Outer Banks Official Travel and Tourism Information | Currituck Outer Banks, North Carolina
“Spend your next vacation in Corolla, North Carolina, located in Currituck County. Take a tour to see the Wild Horses of Corolla, climb to the top of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, or take a ride in the Grave Digger monster truck. The Currituck Outer Banks has something for everyone in the family ...”

Well, ‘everyone in the family,’ usually excludes me. We Won’t Fly; e.g., Dan VS The Airline Companies, that‘s my starting issue.

ND tourism director: Ad wasn’t meant to be racy
“The advertisement was meant to showcase North Dakota's nightlife: Two young men and three women flirt through the window of a downtown Fargo motel bar. Printed next to them is the message: ‘Drinks, dinner, decisions. Arrive a guest. Leave a legend.’”

No cruise ships for me... ever.

Fourteen still missing from Italian ship disaster
“GIGLIO, Italy (Reuters) - Rescue workers searched the half submerged hulk of a capsized Italian cruise ship for 14 people still missing Monday, more than 48 hours after the huge vessel capsized, killing at least six and injuring more than 60. Three people, a South Korean honeymoon couple and a …”

When the news gives you the blues, YouTube instead.