With the rapid rise in fuel costs (having doubled in 2007) most airlines are looking for ways to remove dead weight from their planes. Many airlines now have a surcharge on the second piece of chucked baggage, have reduced the size of the snack/meal and have removed some of the extras from the cabin. Get [...]
Archive for March, 2008
Airlines Lighten the Load to Save Fuel
Posted in News Articles on March 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Will You Need Vaccinations Before You Travel Abroad?
Posted in Travel Tips on March 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
This CDC (Center for Disease Control) website lists recommended vaccinations by country and has relative information on how to stay healthy while traveling abroad.
FAA Guidelines For Traveling With Children
Posted in Travel Tips on March 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
When flying with children here is what the FAA wants you to know about airport security and safety aboard the airplane. This FAA website tells you what to expect and what you need to do. Also on this site are links to
Flying safe
Flying with pets
International travel
Passengers with disabilities
Preparing to fly
Report travel problems, concerns and complaints
Be Aware Of What Is In The Contract’s Fine Print When You Travel
Posted in News Articles on March 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
When you purchase an airline ticket, book a cruise, rent a hotel room or rent a car, you enter into a contract with that company. The contracts main purpose is to limit their liability and you should be aware of what they are not responsible for. Here is an interesting article on the subject from [...]
The Associated Press Offers Tips On ‘How To Stay Safe In China’
Posted in News Articles on March 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Anyone planning to travel to China should read this article by the Associated Press
Granite Peak’s Guidebook/Website are a Useful Tool when Visisting Yellowstone
Posted in Travel Locations on March 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Granite Peak Publications’ Yellowstone Treasures and accompanying website will enhance your trip to Yellowstone Park.
An Alternative to the Fast Paced Tour is ‘Slow Travel’
Posted in Travel Tips on March 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Slow Travel involves staying in one locale for at least a week instead of visiting many different tour guided spots. You stay in a vacation rental (eg. apartment, villa, house) rather than a hotel.
For more information visit Slow Travel
Medical Problems Pose Travel Insurance Headache
Posted in News Articles on March 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Pre-existing medical conditions make it difficult to find travel insurance at a reasonable price. What can you do…
Read article in the Financial Times
Lithium Batteries No Longer Alowed in Checked Baggage
Posted in Travel Tips on March 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Since January 1, 2008 you may no longer carry litium batteries in your checked baggage. But they are allowed in your carry on luggage…
To get the whole story read the article from SAFETRAVEL.DOT.GOV
