RSSNov|15|2007
First Class Lounges
Posted by Camica as Air Travel, Around The World, Awards, Cities, Destinations, Luxurious, News, Transport
The world is getting smaller, and more and more people are choosing to travel by flying. In this coming holiday season alone, the Air Transport Association is projecting that roughly 27 million passengers will be flown by domestic carriers worldwide over 12 days, beginning Nov. 16. Planes are expected to be about 90 percent full. With that many passengers waiting for their flight, airport lounges are bound to be one of the busiest and most crowded places around. Airport lounges used to be simple waiting areas, where passengers can get drinks, snacks or newspapers while waiting for their plane to arrive. But as airlines continue to strive to provide a better experience …
Nov|15|2007
How to Avoid a Nightmarish Vacation (Part 2)
Posted by Noemi as Family, Tips
So I’ve pointed out two things in my last post – avoid fantastic offers that may really be too good to be true and don’t give out financial information unless you know what you are doing. The third tip is along these lines as well.
Get everything in writing.
Gone are the days when one’s word was enough to seal a deal. As much as I would like to trust other people based on their word alone, it simply is not a very good idea nowadays. Making arrangements for your vacation is akin to doing business. You need to have everything written out to cover you in case something comes up during …
Nov|14|2007
Baby (Born) On Board!
Posted by Camica as Air Travel, Around The World, Family, Health, News, People, Tips, Transport
There’s an urban legend floating around in the airline industry, that babies born on board a flight get a lifetime free ride with the airline. It certainly tickles the imagination, the idea of being able to go places anytime you want, all for free! Unfortunately, it’s a legend that has no basis in fact; airline agents I’ve spoken to deny that the airline has any such policy. In fact, airlines strongly discourage pregnant women to fly during their third trimester.
In general, airlines require a pregnant woman traveling during her ninth month to present a doctor’s “permission-to-travel” letter signed within 72 hours of travel. This is enforced based on an “honor policy”, however. …
Nov|13|2007
Super Saver Trip Tips: Road Trip Gas Tip continued
Posted by Hannah Grace as Tips, Transport
5. Avoid rough roads - Going off the beaten path may be an adventure but whenever possible at least choose a well maintained concrete road to travel on. Rough roads (dirt and gravel) can lessen your gas mileage significantly (up to 30%).
6. Open your windows - Enjoy the breeze. Instead of turning on the air conditioner on a hot day open the car windows or put down the top to cool down. It makes for a fun ride and will help save fuel. Turning on the air conditioner can reduce fuel economy by 10-20%. However, if you are traveling at highway speeds open windows are not a good idea since they cause air …
Nov|12|2007
Super Saver Trip Tips: Road Trip Gas Tip
Posted by J. Angelo as Tips, Transport
Road trips are fun but with the soaring gas prices it definitely is more expensive than it used to be. There are plenty of little things you can do to save on gas.
Take your most gas-friendly car - If you have a hybrid car then obviously it would be the perfect choice. By taking a smaller car you will have less space but unless you have a big family and won’t fit in then bring the smaller car unless it isn’t in good condition…which brings us to tip # 2.
Make sure your car is in good condition - By having your engine tuned, filter,s cleaned, oil changed, and tired inflated properly you can improve your gas mileage as much as …
Nov|09|2007
Babywearing: Baby Slings, Part 2
Posted by Camica as Backpacking & Budget, Family, People, Tips
Among all the baby slings in the market, I found the ring sling to be the best fit for me. There were several reasons, which I would like to share with you, to help you decide if a ring sling is ideal for you too.
• First, I liked the fact that the ring sling can be used from birth through toddlerhood. Most carriers in the market are not suitable for newborns, while some are not big enough or can’t handle a toddler’s weight. A ring sling can support a newborn’s head and neck, and can be adjusted to fit your baby’s size.
• Ring slings are very good for breastfeeding moms. The sling can be easily adjusted to position …
Nov|09|2007
Super Saver Trip Tips: Reservations
Posted by Hannah Grace as Hotels, Tips
The last time I posted I wrote about how you can get great deals by taking advantage of “shoulder-season” bargains. However, even if you do decide to go on a vacation during peak season you can definitely save a lot of money by looking for great accommodation deals. What most people neglect to do when reserving their accommodations is to ask for bargains or promos. Remember that there’s nothing to lose by bargaining so you might as well sharpen your bargaining skills. Afterall when it comes to making reservations bargaining doesn’t really mean haggling but simply asking if there are any better deals available.
To get the lowest possible deals for your hotel room (or whatever type of accommodation you …
Nov|08|2007
Babywearing: Baby Slings, Part 1
Posted by Camica as Backpacking & Budget, Family, People, Tips
Last post, I started sharing about the benefits of babywearing. I only discovered the magic of baby slings after my second child was born. Although I already had the full arsenal of baby gear from my firstborn, I decided I had to buy a baby sling as well. It’s an investment I’ve never regretted.
Although there are several different kinds of slings and baby carriers in the market, I decided to choose a ring sling. Ring slings are baby carriers that are composed of a length of cloth and two rings made of metal or tough plastic. One end of the cloth is sewn to two rings. Starting from the shoulder, you wrap …
Nov|08|2007
How to Avoid A Nightmarish Vacation
Posted by Noemi as Family, Tips, Travelogger, Warnings
I have this fear – planning the most wonderful vacation for the whole family only to experience something hellish in the end. Even singles and childless couples are justified in having this fear as there are simply too many factors to consider when going on a trip, especially an extended one. Simply add the fact of having to handle several children to the equation and you just might have a complex situation.
However, this fear does not need to turn into reality. With the right degree of planning and preparing, you can avoid nightmarish vacations. Here are some helpful tips to help you avoid getting into sticky situations.
If it …
Nov|07|2007
A Dab of Dublin
Posted by Jen as Cities, Europe, Travelogger
The name Dublin is derived from the words “Duhb” and “Linn.” It came about during 836 when the Vikings first anchored their mighty ships in Dublin Bay and built their trading post nearby a black pool called “Duhb Linn” by the local Irish people. Following the Vikings were the Anglo-Normans and the English. With such a strong medieval bunch having settled in Dublin for centuries, it is no wonder that they left quite a legacy.
One of what promises to be the most memorable stops is Dublinia. Located next to Christ Church, it is a living memorial to the middle ages. There are clothing stalls which allow guests to try on medieval clothing! I would think that …
