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There is etiquette to be considered on escalators and moving sidewalks. It’s really very simple —
STAND RIGHT — WALK LEFT!
What does this mean?
If you are going to remain stationary while riding the escalator or the people-mover (moving sidewalk), stand single file on the right side, allowing people who are walking to pass […]
Traveling, whether by air, car, train, bus, or on foot, can be an exhausting experience. Many times, you cannot control or shape the events happening around you. But you can take care of yourself with a little thoughtful planning.
One of the easiest things you can do, and inexpensive too, is to carry along some […]
As if getting to the airport isn’t tough enough, most of us have to figure out how to get from our destination airport to our hotel. And this is another time when some planning, and asking a few questions, can be a real savings.
Public transportation: I’m a big believe in public transportation. When at […]
Although at one time it was a requirement, in general, it is no longer necessary to call the airline to reconfirm your flight. If you just show up at the airport for your flight, things will be fine. You also do not need to call to confirm a return flight.
Since most airlines now have […]
As a general rule of thumb, upscale hotels and resorts assess extra charges for things like telephone calls, internet access, gym or health club fees, etc. Generally accepted reasoning within the industry, although not necessarily admitted in public, is that guests staying at these hotels are in an income bracket where they will not […]
If you are one of those people who always save the best for last — the best piece of candy, dessert, or your favorite section of the paper — you may want to re-think that.
I was having this discussion with a fellow blogger, and we both agreed. If there is something that you are […]
Using your laptop while flying requires a little common sense, practical considerations, and some basic etiquette. The competing interests are protecting your privacy, keeping your “stuff” contained within your personal space and not spilling out into other’s space, and making sure that you keep your laptop protected from damage.
Here are a few tips, most […]
I think that we all know how important it is to keep your passport some where that it won’t be stolen or lost. A passport is a valuable piece of identification, and if you are traveling abroad, you are going to need it to get back into the country.
But stuff happens. So it’s important […]
I’m leaving for Italy in a couple of weeks, and in addition to bragging to friends and practicing my Italian phrases, I’ve been re-learning the metric system. I’ve especially been interested in following the weather forecast as I struggle to figure out the proper clothes to pack.
Since I was raised on the Fahrenheit system […]
Travel information, tips, and destination suggestions from a Flight Attendant.
Written by Mary Jo Manzanares [email] for b5media.
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