Travel

We all hope to avoid the experience of being in an airplane as it falls to the Earth and crashes but the possibility does exist. While you shouldn’t fear this as a common occurrence...

You probably must be saying "Whaaaaat?????" But think for a minute....there are some small risks....about the same as not going on vacation and driving your car in your...

With flights now requiring you to check in at the airport several hours prior to boarding, the experience has become one you would rather skip. However, short of time sharing an...

Speaking Italian will seem very difficult if you are just starting out, but if you keep at it you will soon see results, and speaking Italian can be a valuable skill. You may have...

Learning to speak German can be a valuable skill. There are many great reasons for learning German. You may have German relatives or business associates, be planning a trip or...

Many poor souls crawl up to the string of rental booths in the airport at the end of a crushing flight.  They go to the one with the shortest line and take whatever is on offer....

Hitting the road without travel insurance coverage is just not a great idea. You hope nothing will happen, but and if the husband and kids are with you, too, you are really tempting...

If you think Green travels mean a bad stomach or unbrushed teeth, you should read this! No lectures required about carbon emissions, aircraft or environment...so let's get right...

Often Maldives holidays are airport-boat-resort-boat-airport. Nothing wrong with this at all. The resorts are mostly isolated islands with beautiful beaches and with marine life...

When you travel, you always pick up a souvenir or two. Or you pick up gifts for friends. The classic Hawaiian shirt! The lop-sided, plastic molded  "airport art" carving!...

Diving in the best spots in the world need not be expensive. Maldives is often thought of as one of the most expensive destinations. With the right knowledge and a spirit of adventure...

Are you are part of one or several of airline loyalty programs and have built up hundreds of thousands of air miles in your account? Even if you are not a frequent flyer, many...

Long airplane trips can be exhausting. You are confined in a small space, often with strangers. Still you can make the flight more enjoyable by making yourself comfortable. Follow...

Have you ever been on trips where you lug your mass of baggage only to find yourself stuck with bad choices as the events of each day unfold? Then you see your friend's single...

Most of us would love to fly first class, but either we can't justify the cost or simply can't afford it. Here's a way to increase your odds of enjoying the perks of first class...

Perhaps one of the worst feelings that can overcome the human spirit is the inability to enjoy something that everyone else enjoys. Here are some ways to get in shape for your...

So much luggage is almost identical. Standing anxiously near the luggage conveyor, you have to fight for position to get your own bag first. You may have had the experience of...

It can take as little as 4.5 hours and be traffic- and problem-free, but just as easily you can be met with congestion and road repairs, extending the trip to six hours or more....

With the rising cost of fuel, more people are turning to riding motorcycles. And, with that comes "rules of the road" etiquette, both for safety and courtesy reasons.

If we wait until we have all the money we want for travel, most of us will never get off the couch! You need adventure and a broadened perspective while you are still young enough...

With the most expensive unleaded petrol now at $3.00 a gallon, many motorists were horrified at how much it costs to fill up their tank. But there are ways of making gas go further....

In a country like India, eating with hands is quite a traditional and an ongoing practice, despite the onslaught of western culture and etiquettes. Eating with hands is the most...

We travel for work but also for fun and learning. New places and people...we scoot by and look at faces and scenes we'll never see again. New restaurants, new heritage sites,...

Reason for going to Alta Vista: Drinking from a coconut shell under the cool shade of the Terebinto trees in San Pedro De Lagunillas, my father and I started speaking to several...

Knowing how to pack for a cruise is as important as knowing how to book one. Once you're on the boat, there's no going back. If you make a mistake, all you can do is wait until...

Often, when you are in new place, you become a bit panicky about your money and other valuables, especially your travel documents, jewelry or electronic devices. You start thinking...

Because it is compact, Newcastle upon Tyne is a city that permits the party reveller to spend time in a variety of pubs all with their unique atmosphere in relatively close proximity....

Easy ways to simplify your packing and travel. Avoid overpacking and overburdening your trip with these 10 tips.

Hotel or condo? Privacy or amenities? Get the most out of Maui by tailoring your trip to your family's specific needs.

Don't be intimidated by the distance, or the camping! Here are tips for 4 nights of camping at the Bonnaroo music festival, coming from a girl who certainly doesn't live like...

Okay, okay, okay....sometimes you are going to get the colleywobbles, as my grandma used to say....but you can reduce the odds and get some sensible management techniques when...

A well done travel journal can take the image and add the sounds and smells and textures, and then, your feelings and more. It turns a snapshot into a kaleidoscope of remembered...

This page provides a list of resources you can use to learn about traveling with kids. There are links and brief excerpts from web sites and articles about traveling with kids.

Are helicopter tours worth the money? And how do you find the safest and most reliable helicopter operators, at the best prices? Scott McNeely has the answers for you.

Overall safety is your # 1 concern for your trip. Please plan ahead. Ask yourself, do I have enough survival equipment in case of a disaster? Tornado, Earthquake, Flood, Hurricane,...

Hyde Park is one of London's grandest parks. It dates from the mid 1500's, when King Henry VIII acquired it as a hunting ground. Today Hyde Park serves a larger number of purposes...

London, the capital of England, is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. It has a reputation of being a rather busy and expensive city and probably not the place...

Embarking on overseas travel is often very exciting and is something that we plan for months or even years. When you arrive at your destination you want to have everything you...

The aim of this article is to simplify the packing everytime we are travelling. Some of these steps can give a significant contribution for this activity.

This article targets travelers who need guidance in packing for warm, Caribbean weather. It will act as a guide for those new to the region and will provide simple but useful tips...

Sydney, Australia, is often mistaken by many foreigners as the capital of Australia; it's not. Sydney is well-known for many things such as the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House,...

Tips on how to drive long distances and handle the fatigue of driving.

Angkor Wat is one temple you just have to see. It is not just one temple, however, it is several temples located in different places in Siem Reap, Cambodia. If you are not careful...

Your honeymoon will be one of the most important trips you take, as it's your first as man and wife. After all the stress and anticipation of the wedding, the honeymoon is a great...

Fiji is the South Pacific's most popular tourist destination, and with 322 islands and hundreds of resorts and adventure activities to choose from, the average visitor can use...

The travel sections of major bookstores are overflowing with travel guidebooks tailored to all tastes. Selecting the right guide can make the difference between a successful and...

There's something for everyone and a Polynesian paradise for all.

This article is a breakdown of all the major cruise line tipping policies. It also details your options for paying onboard tips.

A good tour requires good planning. Here are some tips to plan a good tour.