RSSOct|31|2009
Stay Safe While Traveling Travelling In Winter
Posted by Noemi as Tips, United States
It’s not quite winter yet, but in many places in the United States, people are witnessing the weather change right before their very eyes. The air is much chillier and winter is starting to make its presence felt. If you are going to hit the road for a trip any time soon, you ought to make sure that you are prepared for winter weather. You never know just which way the weather might turn after all!
In fact, a lot of agencies in various states have been starting their awareness programs for winter travel – especially in those states where snow has started to fall. So what are some winter travel tips that can help keep you safe on the road?
First, preparedness is of utmost importance. You ought to check your cars now, and make sure that …
Oct|30|2009
Forbes Luxe 11
Posted by Noemi as Luxurious, Television
Do you like watching how the rich and the famous spend their leisure time? I like doing this every now and then, although I know that it’s practically impossible for me to do what they do. Then again, it’s something to dream about!
Forbes just announced a partnership with the Travel Channel to bring what is perhaps the most luxurious travel series on TV these days. Dubbed Forbes Luxe 11, the TV series will air on November 7, 2009, Saturday at 10pm, ET. Each episode will be an hour long, with a total of 10 episodes.
Reuters gives us more details:
The shows will be broadcast in high definition, will feature content provided by Forbes in a list format and will offer a glimpse into the world of the privileged and wealthy. The first show will feature “Mega-Toys.” …
Oct|27|2009
Guard Yourself Against The Flu Pandemic While You Travel
Posted by Noemi as Health, Tips, Warnings
You may not be aware of it, but there IS a flu pandemic going around, and travelers are most prone to contracting the illness. If you have travel plans in the near future, then you should take precautions so as to lessen your chances of getting the flu. As a matter of fact, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has made it a point to increase the awareness of people in this regard.
So who are most likely to get the flu? In general, young children and the elderly are at risk. If you have children aged 5 and below, you might want to postpone your travel plans. Same thing applies if you are 65 years old and above. Pregnant women are also at high risk for complications arising from the flu.
According to …
Oct|26|2009
Book Your Holiday Travel Tickets NOW
Posted by Noemi as Tips, Transport, United States
The holidays are just around the corner and I am pretty sure that a lot of you haven’t bought your tickets yet – if you’re traveling, that is. If you have travel plans for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas, then you really shouldn’t wait any longer to purchase your tickets. Why?
Here’s another bulletin from travel experts – after this weekend, you will be hard pressed to find fares that are reasonable and your chances of getting seats on the flight that you want will be very very low. This, obviously, is about Thanksgiving travel.
How about Christmas travel? You have about until November 10 or 15 to book your tickets for that holiday. After that, the same thing applies.
You may be thinking that you might be able to get your hands on some cheap tickets at the last minute. …
Oct|18|2009
How To Get Holiday Travel Deals
Posted by Noemi as Air Travel, Tips, Transport, Trends
I was watching the news earlier and they had this travel editor from Virtual Tourist as the guest. His predictions about holiday travel were not good – he said that it is unlikely that airfares would go down for Christmas, so it is a good idea to book now. That got me thinking about looking for more holiday travel tips. After all, everyone could use some savings these days. Here are some of the best tips I found.
I’ll be home for Thanksgiving…
…rather than Christmas, that is. The travel editor seems to be right. If you look at various web sites, you’ll find that the ticket prices for Christmas travel are considerably higher than the prices for Thanksgiving travel. If I were you, I’d consider going home for the turkey holiday.
Be flexible!
If you have already …
Oct|13|2009
Are Budget Hotels Worth It?
Posted by Noemi as Hotels, Travelogger
My husband and I are probably the two most different people in the world. Anything one likes, the other one dislikes. Don’t ask me how we hooked up. Anyway, when it comes to traveling, I tend to look for the budget hotels. Naturally, he prefers the more luxurious ones. It’s a good thing that I always end up planning the whole trip, so I get my way.
This brings to mind a question that I hear a lot: are budget hotels worth it? On the one hand, as the name suggests, you do not have to spend an arm and a leg for your accommodations. More so, you don’t really get to stay in your room during your trip. On the other hand, you might not get the amenities that you want in a …
Oct|09|2009
Best Fall Destinations
Posted by Zahir as Around The World, Destinations, Nature
Fall is one of the best times to travel and visit destinations bursting with color. Unfortunately for those living in tropical countries, this season is not part of our daily lives. Then again, all the more reason to go pack one’s bags and discover the beauty of fall! So, where to go?
For those in Asia, Japan could very well be the best place to go in fall. The cherry blossoms in spring may be more popular, but there is no denying that fall offers a spectacular sight. The temples, shrines, and castles which are already amazing in normal color seem to be even grander when the foliage around them seem to be on fire.
In the United States, you can go practically anywhere to experience the best of fall, but a lot of people agree that …
Oct|05|2009
Take Me To The Philippines
Posted by Noemi as Asia, Destinations, Features
The Philippines is one of the most popular travel destinations in Southeast Asia. It has some of the best beaches in the world. If it’s mountains that you’re looking for, they offer some of the best trekking experiences. They also have lakes, nature preserves, and other natural experiences. Of course, the rich culture of the nation cannot be overlooked. And then there’s Filipino food. Last, but not the least, they say you’ve never really experienced real hospitality until you encounter Filipinos.
Last week, the country experienced a natural disaster of immense magnitude. Typhoon Ketsana (Typhoon Ondoy) hit Luzon, the northernmost island, and left billions worth of damage behind. Countless people were affected: hundreds lost their lives, more lost their homes and their belongings. Even today, there are still areas which are waist deep (or even deeper) in water.
Bottom line: the …
