International Travel with Pets
Johnny Depp’s Yorkshire terriers basically got deported from Australia recently. Depp brought his dogs into Australia on a private flight and did not place them in a mandatory 10-day quarantine. Australia has…
June 14, 2015Speeding your Way Through Airport Security
I don’t know which is worse – waiting in line to go through security at the airport or trying to get off the plane when you’re in the last row. When you’re…
June 14, 2015How Airlines Handle Flight Delays or Cancellation
What can you do when the airline cancels your flight because of equipment failure, or you miss your connection because the airline didn’t have staff for the flight?
August 26, 2014Smartphone Apps For a Better Vacation
Your smart phone can simplify your vacation. Need free wi-fi? Want to find place to eat or even track the migration of wildebeest across the Serengeti? Having problems translating menus and converting currency? There are apps for all of these things, and more. Here are just a few apps that can make your travels both simpler and more enjoyable.
August 26, 2014Traveling with your Parents
For most of us, as we age, the circles in which we can or will travel become smaller and smaller. Not only that, but health and mobility concerns, have to be addressed and managed. Here are some ways to make your vacation with your parent easier and stress free.
August 26, 2014Safe Travel During Hurricane Season
Even though it is unlikely, it only takes one hurricane to ruin your vacation. Here are a few steps you can follow before and during your vacation to lessen the potential impact of a hurricane.
July 9, 2014Cheaper Alternatives to Hotels
Do you need more space, want to save money, be in a more home-like atmosphere? Consider staying in something other than a hotel or resort.
July 3, 2014Managing Medications While Traveling
If you need to take specific medications with you while you’re traveling abroad, there are a number of precautions you need to take. Certain countries not only restrict some prescription drugs, but also a number of over the counter medications. With some simple planning, you should be able to manage your medications abroad.
June 14, 2014Airplanes are Full of Harmful Germs (You Already Knew That)
This week, at the annual meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, researchers from Auburn University proved that dangerous bacteria can live for up to one week on the areas surrounding your airplane seat.
May 23, 2014International Laws You Should Know When Traveling
It’s easier to get into legal trouble or arrested while traveling abroad than you might think. Behavior that is normal and acceptable in the United States can land you in hot water when you’re traveling abroad. Be aware of local laws before you travel. Here are a few unusual foreign laws that you should be aware of before you go.
May 15, 2014Don’t Make the Bathroom Your Most Visited Vacation Spot
20-50% of international travelers develop diarrhea. Most people recover in 1-2 days without treatment, but who wants to spend even one day of a vacation in a bathroom? Here’s some tips to prevent it from happening to you.
May 13, 2014Guide to the Best Movies/TV shows to Watch on a Plane
When you’re on a long (or even not so long) flight, watching a movie or television show can help pass the time, or, better yet, set the tone for your trip. There are a lot of lists of things you should or should not watch while flying on the internet. But a person’s taste in movies, as in books, is very personal. A must see for me could be a must miss for you. Here are a few tips to help you decide what to view while en route or returning from your vacation.
May 12, 2014Keeping Your Passport Safe – at Home and Abroad
One of the biggest problems that can happen to you when you’re traveling abroad is for your passport to be either lost or stolen. Getting a replacement can be difficult because you must go to a US embassy or consulate to get it. There are some easy steps you can take to protect yourself.
April 27, 2014Don’t Ruin Your Vacation with Sunburn
It’s fairly simple to protect yourself from sunburn, but there are some things you may not have considered when planning your time outdoors.
April 27, 2014Woman’s Guide to Packing Light for a Trip
Packing for a vacation can be stress inducing enough to make you need to take a vacation. No packing rules work for everyone. If you’re willing to lug a lot of luggage your only concern is luggage weight and cost to check. If you’re like me, and travel with a luggage tightwad, here are a few tips that might help.
March 18, 2014Last Minute Passport Renewals
In a perfect world, you either get or renew your passport well in advance of your trip. Unfortunately, the world is frequently imperfect. If you do forget to renew your passport all is not lost. Here’s how to get it renewed in the last minute.
March 17, 20145 of the World’s Best Free Travel Experiences
Around the world, travelers can take advantage of wonderful experiences without paying a dime…or Euro…or Yen. Here are 5 that top our list…
January 31, 20144 Great Road Trips That Start at Major Airports
Taking a road trip in another country—especially after you’ve just deplaned from a long flight—can be a restful and invigorating experience. Here are 4 ideas.
January 29, 20147 Night Flight Strategies
Here are some tips to help make “red eye” night flights more pleasant and, with some luck, get some restful sleep.
January 27, 2014Futuristic Tech for Travel You Can Get Now
For more travelers, the future — at least in terms of tech devices they use on trips — is now. Read about new tech developments that are changing the travel experience.
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