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While airport and airline security seems to always be in the news, there are additional security issues that travelers need to be aware of. Traveling frequently means hotel stays, and taking safety precautions there is every bit as important to your personal security as it is at the airport.
Here are some easy steps to take […]
Apparently all this talk about beautiful fall foliage has the Car Care Council a little nervous.
While beautiful to look at, the falling leaves may create a driving hazard:
“The leaves are beautiful to see, but when wet or in piles, they present driving hazards unique to the season. . . . Drivers should be aware that […]
Today I have a guest post from a very dear friend, Jon Rochetti. You may have seen his photos accompanying many of my posts, and if you haven’t, take a look here or here or here. Today, I’m very excited to share with you some of his great writing, along with his photos.
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The Windy City”¦The Second City”¦City of Broad […]
Looking for a way to visit a city, avoiding the tourist traps, and checking out the not-so-mainstream parts instead?
If Philadelphia is your plans, you may be interested in the SoundAboutPhilly downloadable audio tours and maps, which focus on “lesser-known city experiences and combine interesting tales, fun facts and lively music to tell the area’s story.”
Even better […]
When friends talk about having their “people” (i.e., secretary, administrative assistant, executive assistant, etc.) arrange details, it makes me laugh.
You see, I don’t have “people” There’s just me. And occasionally, if the timing is right, sometimes a friend will answer my phone, making it sound like I’m in a “real” office.
So it was with some […]
A guest post from my pal, Jeffrey Whelan.
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Yes, there really is a little red lighthouse under the George Washington Bridge. It is right at the edge of the Hudson River on the Manhattan side, and I have biked up to it many times.
In recent years, New York City has spruced up and expanded the bike […]
A study from American Academy of Family Physicians claims that around 11% of returning travelers experience febrile illness.
A slight fever never seemed to alarm me, but it turns out that it may be a bigger deal than I’ve imagined.
If you come home from your travels and have a fever, have a doctor check you out. […]
We’ve definitely entered an era of niche travel: Cruising, adventure, solo, etc. So how about this one: traveling with your dog.
Turns out that over 29 million dogs travel with their owners each year, and hotels have started to roll out the welcome mat to both two legged and four legged guests.
This month’s, Fido Friendly Magazine, […]
After a two-week hiatus, I’m back ““ with more money saving travel tips.
Travel off-season and save a bundle. This is a popular money saving option for flight attendants who must also stress about getting seats on full planes. Think snow destinations when it’s summer: Most ski resorts offer plenty of vacation options during the summer. […]
It’s always good when it’s about the shopping, even better when it’s about the food. And when you can combine those interests together, you just know good things have to happen.
That’s what you can do on a visit to the Upper Crust Cooking Company in Palm Desert, California.
I first tried the Upper Crust’s products when […]
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