If you are planning a trip abroad then you need to read this article from the FCW.COM (Federal Computer Week) about the travel documents that you will need when you return to the US.
Archive for the ‘News Articles’ Category
Department of Homeland Security and the State Department Publish the Final Travel Documents Rule
Posted in News Articles on April 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Airlines Lighten the Load to Save Fuel
Posted in News Articles on March 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
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 [...]
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
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
Confused About All The New Travel Security Programs?
Posted in News Articles on February 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Travel Weekly senior editor Michael Milligan has made a glossary of some of the key security programs.
US Airways & United Implement a $25 Charge For Second Bag Checked
Posted in News Articles on February 27, 2008 | 1 Comment »
In an effort to offset higher fuel costs, US airways and United are planning to charge $25 for the second bag checked by coach class. For more information read the article in Travel Weekly.
A Slowing Economy Highlights the Importance of Travel Insurance
Posted in News Articles on February 12, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Having travel insurance can protect you from monetary losses that you may not be able to cover. What you get with travel insurance…
1. Trip Cost Protection (refund if you can’t make trip)
2. Financial Default / Banckruptcy ( refund if travel providers goes belly up)
3. Travel Delays / Missed Connections (pays costs of additional travel purchase
and [...]
Adventure is fastest growing travel trend
Posted in News Articles on February 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The new movie “The Bucket List” with Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman has sparked great interest in the adventure vacation. People are taking expedition cruises from the Antarctic to Alaska, from the Galopagos to Africa. Activities include hicking, white water rafting, skydiving, scuba diving, safari, Indi car racing and piloting a combat trainer aircraft.
read article [...]
Hey, where’s my airline seat?
Posted in News Articles on February 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Seeking compensation after an uncomfortable flight next to an XL seatmate
By Christopher Elliott
read article from MSNBC
