April 30th, 2008
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 […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 4 comments
April 23rd, 2008
Premiering Thursday, April 24th, is All-Girl Getaways, a new television show that is capitalizing on the popular travel trend of girlfriend travel — gal pals getting away from some quality bonding and travel.
The show tracks a different group of women every week, and includes groups of co-workers, friends, and family members as they plan and […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments
April 22nd, 2008
Today is Earth Day - a day to celebrate the wonders of the world in which we live, and to commit ourselves to making sure that it becomes a better place to live for successive generations.
There are lots of businesses and travel-related resources that are starting to think “green.” While travelers will never be […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments
April 19th, 2008
When you open the overhead bin on the airplane it’s like looking into a sea of black roller bags, most of all them looking exactly the same. It’s no wonder that travelers often pick up the wrong bag.
Consider personalizing your bag in a discrete, yet fun way with a personalized bag tag. This is […]
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April 16th, 2008
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 […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
April 9th, 2008
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 […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments
April 3rd, 2008
Today I have a guest post from blogging pal Susan Johnston.
With the decline of the US dollar vs. international currencies, now is the perfect time to explore domestic destinations rather than flying overseas.
Spring is the ideal season to visit Boston, because the weather is warming up and many of Boston’s most popular attractions are […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
April 2nd, 2008
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 […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
March 30th, 2008
Today I have a guest post from fellow blogger Ken Dunlop from The Vancouver Traveler. Ken spent several months traveling around Southeast Asia, and he graciously offered to share a bit of his trip with you. This is one of what I am sure is many anecdotes about getting around in Southeast Asia.
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By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments
March 26th, 2008
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 […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments
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