All Posts Tagged With: "Travel"
Theme Park Travels: Trick or Treat
This Halloween consider having the kids trick-or-treat at a theme park such as Walt Disney World or SeaWorld. These limited edition events allow the kids to dress up and trick-or-treat safely in a not so scary environment that provides fun for all. SeaWorld’s Spooktactular is complete with friends of the sea including octopuses, mermaids, pumpkin fish [...]
Official Start of Fall Travel: Time to Visit Scenic Destinations
Photo Credit: www.visitshenandoah.com The official end of summer occurred earlier this week, but that does not mean an end to vacation fun together. Fall is a popular time to travel and experience the changing seasons. A few Travel Advocate fall favorites include the Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive; Williamsburg, Virginia; and a New England [...]
Wine Inspired Vacations
Glass by glass is a growing way to experience a vacation destination. 27 million travelers, or 17% of American leisure travelers, engaged in culinary or wine-related activities while traveling within the past three years, based on a new report from the Travel Industry Association (TIA), in partnership with Gourmet and the International Culinary Tourism Association. [...]
Tragedy Inspires Travel: The Pentagon Memorial Opens
September 11th, 2008 marks the seventh anniversary of the 9-11 attacks on the United States. Today also honors those who fell in this terrorist tragedy with the dedication of the Pentagon Memorial. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates hosted a ceremony today with President George Bush to dedicate the Pentagon Memorial to the memory [...]
Sports Inspired Travel: The Olympics
2008 has been a banner sports season with the nail biting Tiger Woods win to Michael Phelps record-breaking gold medal Olympic performances. These types of wins not only encourage and inspire amateurs to follow in their footsteps, but they also stir the interest in traveling to the destinations athletes’ use as their backdrop. The Olympics [...]
Rising Fuel Prices Cause Travelers to Adjust Vacation Plans
With the average price per gallon for gasoline topping $4.00, despite last week’s oil price drops, recent surveys by AAA reveal that fuel is affecting summer travel plans. These newest statistics counter previous surveys released in May, further illustrating the increasing economic strains on a traveler’s wallet. Earlier this summer, it is reported by a [...]
Travel Tips for Sun Safety
Travelers might take into consideration health and other safety tips when traveling, but how about consideration for sun safety? Having a vacation ruined due to a painful burn or returning home with an unwanted souvenir can be prevented. Following are some travel tips for sun safety by Dr. Eric Siegel, MD, The Millburn Laser Center [...]
Confused about Travel Insurance? Here are some Questions & Answers
Hurricanes, natural disasters, accidents, illnesses, airline strikes or bankruptcies are just a few items that can wreck havoc on people’s vacation plans and trip investments. ”There are as many options for travel insurance as there are scenarios – from life-threatening, to simply annoying – that can arise unexpectedly when people travel,” Squaremouth.com CEO Chris Harvey explains. So how can consumers [...]
Official End of Summer Vacations
Labor Day has traditionally been regarded as the last long weekend to squeeze in any last-minute summer escapes. Yet, many are closely monitoring the Weather Channel to see if Hurricane Gustav and Tropical Storm Hanna will effect travel plans and spike gas prices to an all time high again…just in time for Labor Day celebrations. [...]
Tips for Finding Low Airfare
Travelers hoping to score a low airfare for travels this fall and winter need to be more resourceful than ever. Coupled with reduced seat capacity, less flight options and the impact fuel prices have had on the airlines, a “cheap” ticket can be hard to find. But, it is not impossible. It is easy to [...]
Rising Gas Prices Resulting in Travel Incentives
Nationally, gas prices are averaging just under $3.80 a gallon and just two weeks ago, those filling up at the pump were paying more than $4.00. This unpredictable commodity has caused travelers to change their travel plans this summer and have resulted in travel suppliers and hotels offering incentives to encourage visitors. A recent AAA [...]
5 Factors to Consider when Choosing a Cruise
Today’s cruising market can offer a variety of options often overwhelming to a first time passenger, while constantly offering something new for the well-seasoned traveler. A few cruising benefits include flexibility, value, options, variety, and a sampling of destinations. “No other type of vacation offers the variety of experiences – worldwide destinations, diverse itineraries, varying [...]
Travelers Who Wait Might Have a Disappointing Christmas: Nearly 60 Million Airline Seats will not be offered
Increases in fuel prices have translated into less services received when flying, new fees levied to travelers, a continued seat reduction in flight capacity, and even defunct airlines. However, according to the Official Airline Guide (OAG), nearly 60 million airline seats will be eliminated in the 4th quarter of 2008, compared to available seats in 2007…just [...]
Lucky 8’s: Traveling on 08-08-08
Today people are taking advantage of lucky eights by traveling on this triple digit day of 08-08-08. Travel suppliers and hotels use this good fortune date to help market their properties and destinations allowing travelers some lucky deals (and many of these specials are available through August or into the fall). August 8th coincides with [...]
No Free in Flying
The airlines are not showing any signs of slowdown with continuing to hit travelers with additional fees for items that were once free. Even for those frequent fliers who have earned miles and the benefits of free tickets, this advantage is becoming no more. This week alone, JetBlue announced with much criticism its new charge [...]
Travel Products Making Traveling Easier
When traveling, companies are taking note of the newly imposed carry-on restrictions, weight limits and additional fees for even checking a piece of luggage on most airlines. There are products designed to maximize space, minimize weight and hopefully save money on additional levied baggage fees (whether for an extra bag or for one that [...]
Avoiding Baggage Fees: Organized Packing Tips
If rising airline ticket prices, new fees being levied by airlines, restrictions on what you can take in your carry-on, and reduced flight capacity for travel destinations were not causing enough complications for travel, now travelers have to deal with fees for actually taking clothes, shoes and toiletries with them. If you are like me, [...]
Rising Baggage Fees, Consider Shipping Ahead
Airlines are continuing to nickel and dime passengers by imposing extra fees from checked baggage to prime seat locations. Starting yesterday, consumers purchasing a domestic Delta airline ticket for travel starting August 4th, 2008 will face a hefty 100% increased fee of $50 for a second checked bag and a $125 fee for a third [...]
Freedom to Explore: Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class Ships
Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class ships provide passengers with options aplenty on the high seas. Three new mega cruise liners are sailing Caribbean and Mediterranean itineraries with offerings from 4- to 14-night cruises. Freedom and Liberty of the Seas rotate between Eastern and Western 7-night itineraries from the ports of Miami and Port Canaveral. Independence of [...]
Golf…A Vacation Destination
After this year’s nail-biting U.S. Open win by Tiger Woods, it is no surprise that this sport inspires both beginners and experts to go for a birdie. Golf is a sport that transcends ages and sex and is an activity that is sought after not just at home, but is a requested sport from travelers [...]
Literary Inspired Travels to Key West
Starting as children we escape into destinations through story books. From Eloise adventures in New York’s Plaza Hotel to taking a swan boat ride in Boston as in “Make Way for Duckling” by Robert McClosky, books inspire our journeys. On an adult-level though, traveling to Key West is truly a tropical destination complete with literary history. [...]
Short Cruises Present Budget-Friendly Vacations with Full Amenities
Weekend getaways are often times just what the doctor ordered to re-energize one’s mind, body and soul or to just have a little fun. Cruising on a three-night itinerary can fit the bill without breaking the bank. These cruises offer great cuisine, accommodations and entertainment as well as the opportunity to experience the Bahamian culture. [...]
Flying Fees Continue to be Levied & Services Eliminated
In the height of continued rising fuel prices, increasing food costs and unpredictable air ticket prices, airlines are further imposing additional fees and eliminating or reducing services. All of this contributes to a more frustrating flying experience. This week, US Airways joined the list of other airlines including Spirit and United for charging for the [...]
Lazy Days of Summer: 3 Top East Coast Beach Vacations
Even with living in a year-round tropical paradise, I grew up in the Mid West where summer trips to the beach were a highlight. Memories of summers on the Jersey Shore still to this day conjure up childhood experiences and stir up the senses. There is something about a beach escape that immediately puts me [...]
Vacation Deprived Americans Recognize Benefits
There is a new souvenir that keeps delivering benefits after you return home from vacation…no, it’s not something that might arrive in nine months. Taking a vacation might produce health, family and work benefits. Roger Dow, Travel Industry Association’s president and CEO says, “The evidence is overwhelming that when you take a trip, the benefits [...]
Preparing to Disconnect from Work
Vacation time is a precious resource and often one that is not used because of being too busy at work or other excuses. Author of Smooth Landings (2006) and The Power of Dream Trips (2009) Michael MacNair says “Work life balance is the issue of our times. Just because we can stay connected does not [...]
8 Ways to Save Your Money Buying Airline Tickets
Higher gas prices coupled with the higher price of everything else has lead to astronomically priced airline ticket. However, there are still ways to save cash and find a deal. When you are ready to purchase a ticket, shop online. Start first by comparing ticket prices of competing sellers before selecting a fare. Find the [...]
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