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With the European Masters drawing closer, there is a stir in the air over qualifying issues and a particular player that was invited. This player happens to be the young and vibrant Michelle Wie. At 16 years of age and still carrying much of the girlish charm, this Hawaiian native is taking the golf world by storm. She has had raving endorsement, from some great players on the PGA tour such as Ernie Els.

There have been some golfers however, that feel that this is not exactly fair. While Wie is indeed under sponsorship from Omega, the very same company that is sponsoring this year’s event at Cran-sur-Sierre in Switzerland this is not a free qualification. The thought among many of the men is that with her competing, she in turn is taking a spot away from a carded member that has earned a spot on the tour.

Many speculate that this is more a PR moves on the part of Omega, rather than the fact that she is a qualified golfer capable of making the cut. Fact remains; Wie has only made the cut once on the men’s tour, earlier in the month while in South Korea. It is also speculated that the field that she was competing against in that tournament was less than strong.

This young female golfer has yet to bring home a major in the LPGA, and Wie has only appeared in a mere eight men’s events. Wie is very capable of driving with the big boys, and does not have a problem with her short game, yet for some reason she is struggling against the men.

The very best of luck is wished upon her for this up coming event, for what ever the reason she is there, be it PR moves for funding or the fact that she does have a raw talent for the game.

Looking for the Flight
Now that the season for travel is upon us, many of us are scouring the Internet looking for online deals that can help us with our travel. Europe is a beautiful continent so visiting countries like Italy (Rome or Venice), France (Paris), or Germany are trips that will surely be memorable. They can also be cheap if you know where to look for certain deals.

Be sure to first get your passport ready. Passports take a while to obtain from beginning to end, so be sure to give yourself enough time to secure a passport before buying your plane ticket. If you don’t have your passport in time for your trip, you will not be able to get on the plane.

Once you get your passport, it’s time to shop for your ticket. Decide on which country you’d want to visit and start searching early for a cheap plane ticket. It is nearly impossible to get cheap tickets during peak holiday seasons, so aim to fly during off-season. Before making the final purchase, always search 3 days before and 3 days after your planned trip for the best prices possible for your planned time frame.

Many airlines work in conjunction with hotels to offer discounted packages when you purchase a plane ticket with hotel reservations. Check around to see if there are any offered for the nights you plan on going. If you don’t want to bother with the hassle of searching, many travel agencies can search for you for a set fee.

If you want to visit smaller cities, fly into close by major cities. It is usually cheaper to do so, and then to commute to the small city/town than to fly directly there.

Check the prices for direct flights as well as flights with stops. Refundable tickets are higher, so if you are sure you will travel on the designated date, you can avoid the extra fees associated with refundable tickets.

While In Europe
In Europe, you will find that there are several different methods of travelling. One of the most popular is via train. And you can travel from one country to the next many times, for less than $100. Buses are less expensive, but take significantly more time to travel with.

If possible, try to befriend a local. Local people will be able to help you find the cheapest places to live, eat, and have fun. They can also help prevent you from getting scammed by other people. Tourists in a new country are very easily spotted and very easy targets for both con artists, thieves, and scammers. Nothing ruins a vacation getaway faster than being robbed or taken advantage of. By taking preventive measures, you can secure your valuables and safety.