RSSJan|31|2012
What to Wear at Sea
Dress codes are common in most places, but most of us do not expect that it is important while you are at sea. Back in the day, cruise lines were the place to be, so everyone was expected to be at their best, but when the casual trend began most cruise lines have been toning down their dress codes.
Day wear includes T-shirts, polo shirts, shorts, khakis, sundresses for women and sweatshirts or light sweaters for cooler weather. You may expect fancier labeled clothes on luxury lines. Formal wear these days are what we used to consider as semi-formal. In fact, some cruise lines consider sports jackets as dressy. Unless of course it is captain’s cocktail night, for this occasion almost every one prefers to dress up.
When you say dress up, imagine what you would wear for a nice wedding. …
Jan|31|2012
Travel Beauty Essentials
Posted by as Air Travel, Tips
Women often use various beauty products, from moisturizers to creams, perfumes and the likes. For this reason, it has always been a challenge to pack for trips. Deciding what to take with you and what to leave at home can be stressful.
All liquids that you take on the plane must be TSA approved, meaning there are certain allowable amounts. For some it must be less than 100ml and the container cannot be larger than 3.4 ounces. Find travel friendly products or those that come in travel sizes.
Make a list of the things you need, from night creams, cleansers, moisturizers, lip treatment and body lotions. One thing I learned when traveling is to take the items you cannot live without, because they may not be available at your destination or they may cost twice as much.
Your destination will determine the …
Dec|19|2011
Travel Tips for Christmas
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If you are traveling this holiday season, expect that airport, bus lines and in some countries even boats are fully booked. Everyone wants to spend this time of the year with their loved ones, while others simply want to get away and unwind.
In this light, try to book your tickets ahead of time or choose to travel on Christmas day itself if you want to avoid the rush. Some airlines even have discounted fares for this day.
Prepare your itinerary if you are visiting a new place and familiarize yourself with the place you are visiting. Getting lost during the holidays surely won’t be fun.
Make a checklist of things to bring. Try to bring everything you may need from things, to medications and other personal necessities including cellphone chargers and other electronics. Most stores are closed during the holidays, so …
Nov|10|2011
Make this Holiday a Green Adventure
Posted by Wayne as Tips
When planning a holiday vacation this year, forgo the usual destinations and do something different: Go Green!
Many of the world’s most beautiful places are located in pristine environments that have long been off limits or underdeveloped for tourism. But as the green revolution has taken hold of just about every aspect of daily life these days, green resorts, parks and other locations have sprouted up to give visitors a once-in-a-lifetime experience that does no harm to the environment.
In fact, green vacations are not only lacking in detrimental effect, they actually help the places where they are located. For example, a trip to the pristine Galapagos Islands is an educational experience. Many of the world’s plants and animals are located there and the learning opportunities are endless. In addition, visitors leave with a greater awareness of the challenges facing many species in our world today.
Nov|06|2011
The Right Mindset for Traveling
Posted by Wayne as Tips
You hear a lot about what to take along on a trip, but there is another dimension to travel preparations or arrangements that is not as common to address: the right state of mind for traveling. Whether it is a vacation or a business trip, the mindset you are in as you set off on the trip and during it can have a large effect on how well you enjoy it and how trouble free it is. With this in mind, here are some tips for getting into the right mental and emotional state for traveling so that your trip is all that it can be.
Expect Fun Whether it is a Business Trip or Vacation
The main thing that creates the mindset for a great trip is simply the expectation of fun. You can affirm to yourself that the trip will be fun and exciting and this will get you thinking of all the fun experiences the trip might hold. By the time you leave, you should be full of excitement about the trip and a sense of its possibilities. Don’t get overexcited and unrealistic about the travel experience, just cultivate a feeling of being open to the possibilities of interesting and fun things that may happen.
See the Trip as a Learning Experience
Contrary to what some people might think, learning and fun go together. Every experience is a learning experience actually. Thus the right mindset for a travel experience and many others is that it may teach yo8u something valuable. At the very least you will learn about some foreign or distant destination. You will also meet people from whom you will learn many things. Thinking like this about the trip before you leave will also help to create the best mind set for traveling.
Nov|02|2011
Preparing Your Dog for a Long Car Ride
Posted by Wayne as Tips
Nearly 80 million dogs are owned in the United States alone, so it is inevitable that several families will need to travel by car with their canine companions at some point. This is especially true for owners of air travel banned breeds, such as the pug or bulldog. When traveling with a canine, especially over a long car ride, there are certain things an owner should do to prepare.
Before the Trip
When packing for the trip, the dog owner needs to remember to also pack for their dog. Be sure to bring along a copy of all up-to-date vaccinations, a spay or neuter certificate, copy of the dog’s license and any other paperwork that may be necessary in an emergency. Then, rather than packing it away into a suitcase, place it into the glovebox where it is easily accessible. Just remember to return the paperwork to its rightful place upon arriving home after the trip.
Oct|24|2011
What to Do During a Tsunami
Posted by Noemi as Tips
If you’re planning a trip to an exotic place like Sri Lanka any time soon, then you might have a nagging thought in the back of your mind: “What would happen if there was a tsunami while I was on vacation?” The truth is, you would be justified in considering the risk of running into this devastating weather anomaly, as recent events seem to have proven that it’s not as much of an anomaly as we’d like to think. You don’t have to board the plane anxiety-ridden, and wondering if you’ll make it back to your home country in one piece – but it is nice to be prepared, if only to set your mind at ease. Take a very basic precautionary measure and read this list of advice for what to do during a tsunami, then you can rest assured that, if the worst does happen, you’ll know what to do.
Oct|23|2011
5 Warm Vacation Destinations to Beat the Holiday Blues
Posted by Noemi as Tips
The pending holidays can make many people cringe as they envision all the upcoming stress. Sometimes the best thing to do is get away from it all and lie on a beach somewhere while the remaining people you know put up with presents they do not want; crazy dysfunctional families; fattening food; squealing children; and large, pushy crowds. Why not do something out of the ordinary this year and consider one of these 5 warm vacation destinations to beat the holiday blues.
Anse Source d’Argent – Seychelles
East of Africa and northeast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean amongst a cluster of one-hundred and fifteen islands sits the country of Seychelles. One of its crown jewels is Anse source d’Argent on the island of La Digue, a beach that some describe as surreal. With the entire population weighing in at about eighty-nine thousand, there is no such thing as crowds. Is definitely a paradise with calm, pink sand beaches surrounded by worn boulders and tropical vegetation. You will not find large resorts here, just a place to let your blues float away.
Oct|20|2011
Travel Necessities
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Packing light is always the way to go when traveling, but it is important to make sure you have the bare necessities. I get frustrated whenever I forget something important and end up having to buy it when I get to my destination. It is usually ridiculously expensive or something you wouldn’t buy, which is why it is important to plan ahead and make a checklist of things you may need during the trip. The first thing about planning is finalizing your destination since a travel kit to Central America is totally different from a travel kit for colder weather in Europe. Here is a basic list that would be helpful wherever you go. Feel free to add more items and customize it as you wish.
Personal toiletries in small amounts are essential especially for the first …
Aug|31|2011
Averting Tantrums On The Road
Posted by Noemi as Family, Tips
At the best of times and situations, toddlers can throw tantrums. How much more when the whole family is on the road? Being crammed up in the back seat is definitely not the ideal situation for kids. This is definitely not something that parents look forward to as well. So is there a way to avert disaster before it happens? Of course!
The number one thing parents must remember is to bring along things that would keep the kids occupied. Books, music, toys, and a whole lot of creativity and ingenuity will do the trick. I would like to place special emphasis on the last point. As the parent, you must be able to monitor your child’s needs. You must be able to gauge his or her mood. Better yet, you must …
