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Safety Tips When Renting a Car
When you are traveling, a lot of your risk isn’t just getting to and from your destination. If you rent a car when you arrive, then you have the added risk of…
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Our Google Plus Fans Learn How to Conquer the World for Less
Do you use Gmail? If so, you have a Google Plus account as well, and that means you get another chance to enter our “Conquer the World” sweepstakes and a chance to…
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Join Us on Google Plus and Learn How to Save on International Travel
The more active we are on Facebook and Twitter, the more we find that our followers like what we have to share about your favorite travel destinations. We decided that we wanted…
How to Pack for a Long Trip (Without the Kitchen Sink)
We are frequently asked about insurance for luggage and things you take on your trip. Trip insurance does protect your luggage, assuming you aren’t carrying the crown jewels, but the first step…
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Conquer the World, and Share Your Dream Vacation
We have expanded our latest Conquer the World sweepstakes. Between now and November 30, you can enter for a chance to win a $5,000 on either Facebook or Google Plus with a…
![Cathy Huynh, left, and Kari Bowerman took this photo while backpacking in Vietnam.]()
When You Travel, It’s More than The Water That Can Kill You
When you are traveling in foreign places, you never know what might happen. Take the recent case reported by CNN of two young women backpacking in Vietnam who died under mysterious circumstances.…
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Stop, Thief! How To Avoid Getting Ripped Off on the Road
Have you ever been ripped off when you were on the road? It’s more common than you think. Even the friendliest destinations have their share of thieves and pickpockets, and in some…
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Who Nicked My Nook? Don’t Leave Your Mobile Devices Unattended
Even when you are traveling in Business Class, you never know when someone may covet your iPad, Nook, or Kindle.
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The Height of Indignity – Too Tall to Fly
Being too large, whether it’s too wide or too tall, for the aircraft is a growing problem that will need to be addressed sooner rather than later.
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Common Sense Can Eliminate Theft at Airport Security
Travel security starts when you leave home. Use common sense and simple precautions starting with airport security.
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Are Americans Getting Too Big to Fly?
Like it or not, obesity has become an issue in American society and overweight passengers create real problems when traveling. It’s more of a safety issue than anything else.
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The Land of the Lost Luggage – Where Misplaced Bags Go to Die
Generally, misplaced bags are part of travel, but simple precautions can be taken to keep your suitcase out of the land of lost baggage.
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Traveling Light: Getting More Out of Less Carry-on Luggage
There are new strategies to address the challenges of traveling light, in spite of new airline restrictions. You have to consider what you really need when you travel, and what compromises you are willing to make about what goes with you.
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What’s Hiding in Your Hotel Room? – Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
Hotels are being pressured to cut corners, and that means that even in the best hotels, the service staff is being forced to take time to fold the toilet paper and replenish the minibar, but they have less time to actually clean the room. Be proactive, and be prepared. A few simple sanitation precautions can help keep your trip happy and healthy.
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To Tip, or Not to Tip? How Much is the Question.
Tipping is one of those things that is misunderstood at home and abroad. There recently was an article in the San Francisco Chronicle not long ago complaining that San Franciscans are among…
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Lessons Learned from the Costa Concordia
No matter how good the service, you still need to be ready to take charge of your own safety in case of an emergency. Here’s some common sense reminders about travel safety.
International Travel Alerts
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Navigating Airport Security
How can you navigate airport security more easily? Know the rules of the road and use some common sense. Remember not only do you go through security, but your checked luggage does, as well.
Prepare before you arrive at the airport so that you move more quickly and efficiently through the security process. Following are some guidelines to help you.
Best iPhone Travel Apps to Keep Your Flights Smooth
There are quite a few great travel applications available for the iPhone. Here are a few that will keep your flights comfortable and keep you better informed about your flight status. AirportStatusFree…
