Sep
29
Travel Tips for Domestic Travelers
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Sunne Khurana asked:
If anyone plans for domestic traveling, then you will follow these ten domestic travel tips useful.
• Visit around. Do not give more than you have to for domestic travel.
• Check your flight in advance to verify the timing of departure as well as for Arrival. If you do not know the timing and your flight is delayed, you might be end up sitting in the airport for hours.
• Research travel insurance company is a choice for domestic travelers to find out whether your insurance plan covers you outside of your state.
• If you are planning for a domestic travel trip with a Family and Relatives, call the airline in advance to see if you can choose your seats. Otherwise, you may have to sit separately from your Family members in a flight.
• The weather conditions may be quite different at your destination compared to the climate at your home place. USA such a big country that domestic travel could get you to an entire new side of USA you have never seen before. For example, if you take a domestic flight from Los Angeles, CA, USA to Miami, FL. The conditions will be somewhat different and you will need to pack accordingly.
• Be attentive that you might be end up at somewhere, even for domestic travel, where you can’t speak the language.
• Imagine that you are far away from your place & you lose your wallet or luggage it has stolen when you are away form home on domestic travel. To avoid this loss its good idea to make photocopies of all your important documents.
• Making phone calls may be costly, even for domestic travelers. The best way to save funds is to use calling cards at a pay phone, or to check with your mobile phone company whether they can arrange for you to use your cell in other parts of the country at a reasonable cost.
• Bring many books & magazines to read. If you take domestic flights frequently, you may find it a bit boring after a while, so it is good to have something to keep you occupied. You can also avoid overpaying for books or magazines at a airport by bringing your own favorites books or magazines with you. Otherwise, enjoy your domestic travels and try not to get in too much difficulty.
I give you Best Travel Tips for Domestic Travelers for fabulous vacation and promise that if your try it out you will be get best vacation. Besides, you have absolutely nothing to lose by trying it. I suggest for a best & fare deals travel websites, which I found while searching on Google. These are Airtkt.com, Cheapfareguru.com,Erostours.com, and Latinfare.com, for providing you cheap and best fare.
Happy Traveling
ZACHERY
If anyone plans for domestic traveling, then you will follow these ten domestic travel tips useful.
• Visit around. Do not give more than you have to for domestic travel.
• Check your flight in advance to verify the timing of departure as well as for Arrival. If you do not know the timing and your flight is delayed, you might be end up sitting in the airport for hours.
• Research travel insurance company is a choice for domestic travelers to find out whether your insurance plan covers you outside of your state.
• If you are planning for a domestic travel trip with a Family and Relatives, call the airline in advance to see if you can choose your seats. Otherwise, you may have to sit separately from your Family members in a flight.
• The weather conditions may be quite different at your destination compared to the climate at your home place. USA such a big country that domestic travel could get you to an entire new side of USA you have never seen before. For example, if you take a domestic flight from Los Angeles, CA, USA to Miami, FL. The conditions will be somewhat different and you will need to pack accordingly.
• Be attentive that you might be end up at somewhere, even for domestic travel, where you can’t speak the language.
• Imagine that you are far away from your place & you lose your wallet or luggage it has stolen when you are away form home on domestic travel. To avoid this loss its good idea to make photocopies of all your important documents.
• Making phone calls may be costly, even for domestic travelers. The best way to save funds is to use calling cards at a pay phone, or to check with your mobile phone company whether they can arrange for you to use your cell in other parts of the country at a reasonable cost.
• Bring many books & magazines to read. If you take domestic flights frequently, you may find it a bit boring after a while, so it is good to have something to keep you occupied. You can also avoid overpaying for books or magazines at a airport by bringing your own favorites books or magazines with you. Otherwise, enjoy your domestic travels and try not to get in too much difficulty.
I give you Best Travel Tips for Domestic Travelers for fabulous vacation and promise that if your try it out you will be get best vacation. Besides, you have absolutely nothing to lose by trying it. I suggest for a best & fare deals travel websites, which I found while searching on Google. These are Airtkt.com, Cheapfareguru.com,Erostours.com, and Latinfare.com, for providing you cheap and best fare.
Happy Traveling
ZACHERY
Sep
29
Stewart Palmer asked:
Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades – the group of islands in the center of the Aegean. The island is eighteen miles in length and 12 miles wide and is oval in shape.
It is also the most fertile, and this makes it one of the most beautiful. But it is the miles of unbroken golden sandy beaches that attracts the majority of the thousands of summer tourists that flock to Naxos every year.
For the holidaymakers who can drag themselves away from the glorious beaches, Naxos provides a wealth of ancient Greek remains as well as plenty of Byzantine and Venetian history. The island’s capital, also called Naxos, has a Venetian fortress as well as an ancient Greek temple to Apollo.
This temple is usually the first thing that a tourist sees when visiting Naxos by ferry because it stands proudly on the tip of the island, marking the way into the busy ferry port. The temple dates back to 522 BC but its ruinous appearance is not because much of it has been lost to the passage of time, but rather because the ancients never finished building it.
Naxos town is very picturesque port with a maze of whitewashed streets and alleyways, designed with the frequent invasions from Aegean pirates in mind. Its typically Cycladic architecture blends with the Venetian and every turning invites the visitor to explore.
With such romantic charm and mystique, it is little wonder that Naxos has long been popular with writers and artists. Lord Byron visited in his youth and never forgot the experience, referring to it in his writings as the ‘Dream Island’ and often saying that he would love to return some day.
Naxos has 41 villages and most are worth exploring. They are found in the green fertile, valleys that are sandwiched between the rugged, arid mountains. Many of these are over 2000 feet high and the highest, Mount Zeus is 3,200 feet.
Naxos enjoys the economic rewards of being a tourist island but it does not depend on them for its prosperity. A great deal of farming takes place in its rich valleys and the cultivation of lemons is especially successful. In addition to lemons, Naxos produces cherries, pomegranates and other fresh fruit. It also produces olives, nuts and potatoes whilst its grapes make some of the best of Greek wines.
Naxos is deservedly popular with discerning tourists but unlike nearby Mykonos, it is not in danger of being turned into a mass tourism resort. What has saved it from doing so is its lack of an international airport. There is however an excellent airport providing domestic flights and some tourists, mainly Greek holidaymakers, arrive in Naxos this way, flying from Athens. The majority of tourists arrive by ferry however, and there is no better way to start a Greek island holiday than this. You can sail all the way from Athens but it will take at least six hours. Or you can fly to Mykonos and get on a ferry that takes only two hours. Both options have their pros and cons. We flew to Mykonos one year only to find all the ferries were booked. Another travel tip, whichever route you choose, is to be careful that you get off at the right island. The first time we visited Naxos, we misheard a landing announcement and got off the ferry only to see a sign that read ‘Welcome to Paros’. Luckily, we had enough time to re-board and complete the remaining minutes of the journey to neighboring Naxos.
AHMAD
Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades – the group of islands in the center of the Aegean. The island is eighteen miles in length and 12 miles wide and is oval in shape.
It is also the most fertile, and this makes it one of the most beautiful. But it is the miles of unbroken golden sandy beaches that attracts the majority of the thousands of summer tourists that flock to Naxos every year.
For the holidaymakers who can drag themselves away from the glorious beaches, Naxos provides a wealth of ancient Greek remains as well as plenty of Byzantine and Venetian history. The island’s capital, also called Naxos, has a Venetian fortress as well as an ancient Greek temple to Apollo.
This temple is usually the first thing that a tourist sees when visiting Naxos by ferry because it stands proudly on the tip of the island, marking the way into the busy ferry port. The temple dates back to 522 BC but its ruinous appearance is not because much of it has been lost to the passage of time, but rather because the ancients never finished building it.
Naxos town is very picturesque port with a maze of whitewashed streets and alleyways, designed with the frequent invasions from Aegean pirates in mind. Its typically Cycladic architecture blends with the Venetian and every turning invites the visitor to explore.
With such romantic charm and mystique, it is little wonder that Naxos has long been popular with writers and artists. Lord Byron visited in his youth and never forgot the experience, referring to it in his writings as the ‘Dream Island’ and often saying that he would love to return some day.
Naxos has 41 villages and most are worth exploring. They are found in the green fertile, valleys that are sandwiched between the rugged, arid mountains. Many of these are over 2000 feet high and the highest, Mount Zeus is 3,200 feet.
Naxos enjoys the economic rewards of being a tourist island but it does not depend on them for its prosperity. A great deal of farming takes place in its rich valleys and the cultivation of lemons is especially successful. In addition to lemons, Naxos produces cherries, pomegranates and other fresh fruit. It also produces olives, nuts and potatoes whilst its grapes make some of the best of Greek wines.
Naxos is deservedly popular with discerning tourists but unlike nearby Mykonos, it is not in danger of being turned into a mass tourism resort. What has saved it from doing so is its lack of an international airport. There is however an excellent airport providing domestic flights and some tourists, mainly Greek holidaymakers, arrive in Naxos this way, flying from Athens. The majority of tourists arrive by ferry however, and there is no better way to start a Greek island holiday than this. You can sail all the way from Athens but it will take at least six hours. Or you can fly to Mykonos and get on a ferry that takes only two hours. Both options have their pros and cons. We flew to Mykonos one year only to find all the ferries were booked. Another travel tip, whichever route you choose, is to be careful that you get off at the right island. The first time we visited Naxos, we misheard a landing announcement and got off the ferry only to see a sign that read ‘Welcome to Paros’. Luckily, we had enough time to re-board and complete the remaining minutes of the journey to neighboring Naxos.
AHMAD
Sep
20
What books, resources, and web links, helped you become a successful home-based Travel Agent?
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erinh555 asked:
Is there anything else you would recommend? Start up, marketing, or creating a web site tips? I’m looking into books by Susan Sweeney, Kelly Monaghan, and Anita Pagliasso.
DARRELL
Is there anything else you would recommend? Start up, marketing, or creating a web site tips? I’m looking into books by Susan Sweeney, Kelly Monaghan, and Anita Pagliasso.
DARRELL
Sep
19
Cheap Travel Tips
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adrienne manson asked:
Deciding on when to book is a bit of a gamble. While many tour operators will offer cheaper prices and early booking discounts, you may find that last minute deals are also available which will prove better financially.
There are many factors that you should take into account when deciding on when to book for maximum financial gain:
Are you flexible in terms of dates that you are prepared to travel?
Are you flexible in terms of destinations that you are prepared to travel to?
Will you be buying a package deal or will you be building your own package?
Are you considering a popular destination where many tour operators or flight companies travel?
Flexibility Is A Plus
Firstly, if you are flexible in terms of location and dates then you will almost certainly benefit from waiting until the last minute to book your holiday. Last minute deals are, of course, something that you cannot rely upon and if you are set on going to a certain destination at a certain date then last minute is far too risky. If you are planning on creating your own package then youneed to be aware that you are taking multiple gambles. For example, you need to consider your airfare, hotels and transport. Whilst you may get an excellent last minute flight, you may not be so lucky when it comes to the hotel or car hire. In fact, you may find that paying a premium for other parts of your holiday will end up out-weighing any last minute savings you have made.
If you are looking to travel to Europe, this is the time to do it! Flights are a lot cheaper during the spring months when temperatures are still relatively low.
Mexican beaches and the Caribbean islands start to see their prices drop from mid April as the weather becomes hotter. However, during the spring months, the water and air temperatures are still pleasant and the resorts less crowded
Seasonal Travel Plans
During later spring, for example May, the traditionally hot and dry countries are not in their peak seasons but have not yet become intolerably hot. So if you want to visit Morocco, Jordan or Egypt, plan a spring vacation.
Summer
Finding a bargain in summer is tricky. Americans, Japanese and Europeans are all on the move and this is also the time of year that most weddings take place, so honeymoon destinations are in a great deal of demand.
During the early part of summer, through June and July, Caribbean destinations are still good to get a deal, provided you try to book before the Europeans start to flood in during their school holidays at the end of July.
Safari holidays are a good option between June and September. High season ends in May, but the weather is still relatively dry.
Flights and hotels are still quite reasonable in Southeast Asia during the summer months, but temperatures can be quite hot, so if you can’t stand the heat, avoid this destination during the summer months.
to read more please visit:
http://hubpages.com/hub/Cheap-Travel-Tips
RODRICK
Deciding on when to book is a bit of a gamble. While many tour operators will offer cheaper prices and early booking discounts, you may find that last minute deals are also available which will prove better financially.
There are many factors that you should take into account when deciding on when to book for maximum financial gain:
Are you flexible in terms of dates that you are prepared to travel?
Are you flexible in terms of destinations that you are prepared to travel to?
Will you be buying a package deal or will you be building your own package?
Are you considering a popular destination where many tour operators or flight companies travel?
Flexibility Is A Plus
Firstly, if you are flexible in terms of location and dates then you will almost certainly benefit from waiting until the last minute to book your holiday. Last minute deals are, of course, something that you cannot rely upon and if you are set on going to a certain destination at a certain date then last minute is far too risky. If you are planning on creating your own package then youneed to be aware that you are taking multiple gambles. For example, you need to consider your airfare, hotels and transport. Whilst you may get an excellent last minute flight, you may not be so lucky when it comes to the hotel or car hire. In fact, you may find that paying a premium for other parts of your holiday will end up out-weighing any last minute savings you have made.
If you are looking to travel to Europe, this is the time to do it! Flights are a lot cheaper during the spring months when temperatures are still relatively low.
Mexican beaches and the Caribbean islands start to see their prices drop from mid April as the weather becomes hotter. However, during the spring months, the water and air temperatures are still pleasant and the resorts less crowded
Seasonal Travel Plans
During later spring, for example May, the traditionally hot and dry countries are not in their peak seasons but have not yet become intolerably hot. So if you want to visit Morocco, Jordan or Egypt, plan a spring vacation.
Summer
Finding a bargain in summer is tricky. Americans, Japanese and Europeans are all on the move and this is also the time of year that most weddings take place, so honeymoon destinations are in a great deal of demand.
During the early part of summer, through June and July, Caribbean destinations are still good to get a deal, provided you try to book before the Europeans start to flood in during their school holidays at the end of July.
Safari holidays are a good option between June and September. High season ends in May, but the weather is still relatively dry.
Flights and hotels are still quite reasonable in Southeast Asia during the summer months, but temperatures can be quite hot, so if you can’t stand the heat, avoid this destination during the summer months.
to read more please visit:
http://hubpages.com/hub/Cheap-Travel-Tips
RODRICK
Sep
19
the domestic airfares to beijing from hong kong are expensive! does anyone have any ideas on travel to china?
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terisha asked:
the cost to beijing from hong kong by air is around $350 one way, there must be cheaper alternatives? anyone have any ideas, experiences, tips etc?
MOHAMMED
the cost to beijing from hong kong by air is around $350 one way, there must be cheaper alternatives? anyone have any ideas, experiences, tips etc?
MOHAMMED
Sep
17
Chris S asked:
This year for Christmas we are driving cross country to be with family. The drive is about 32 hours long, so about 3 days. Now I know what you are thinking, why don’t you just fly? Several reasons, the main being it’s cheaper for a family of four to drive than fly and it’s easier (don’t have to worry about lost bags, rental cars, long lines, flight delays etc) to drive. Plus it will be kind of nice to spend some quality time together. I’ve already found some tips but wanted to know if anybody had any additional tips. These are the links to the tips I’ve already found.
This year for Christmas we are driving cross country to be with family. The drive is about 32 hours long, so about 3 days. Now I know what you are thinking, why don’t you just fly? Several reasons, the main being it’s cheaper for a family of four to drive than fly and it’s easier (don’t have to worry about lost bags, rental cars, long lines, flight delays etc) to drive. Plus it will be kind of nice to spend some quality time together. I’ve already found some tips but wanted to know if anybody had any additional tips. These are the links to the tips I’ve already found.
http://tips.maxabout.com/tid0005835/Travel_Diary_And_Surprise_Packets_For_Kids.aspx
http://trip-tips.com/roads-children
One last thing, on both sites they list as one of the tips that kids under 6 should wear diapers and kids older than six should wear Goodnites. My boys do wear Goodnites to bed but never during the day have any of you done this and is it advisable for such a long trip? Personally I don’t think so but I found it strange that every site that has travel tips for kids list this as a tip.
Thanks for any tips and advice!
PETER
Sep
16
Airline Travel Tips
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Jay Ellenby asked:
Our number one airline travel tip is: Check in early!
Airlines require domestic travelers to check-in 1 hour prior to departure. International flights require a 2 hour check-in. If you do not arrive on time and if the flights are overbooked, the possibility exists that your seat will be given away. In addition, there will be a greater opportunity when you arrive early to have your name on the “top of the list” for an upgrade.
Be aware that some airlines have restricted carry on luggage policies. For example:
Northwest - Maximum check-in is two and carryon luggage is limited to one piece plus a purse/briefcase/laptop computer for all flights. First class international is allowed two carry on items.
American/TWA - Check one and carryon two or check two and carryon one.
Delta - Check one and carry-on two or check two and carry-on one.
Southwest - Check up to three and carryon two.
United - One carryon in economy and two in business/first class.
USAir - Carryon two
Continental - Carryon two
Store your carryon luggage in the compartment across from you so you can keep an eye on it.
Be sure to carry photo identification.
Be aware of Safe Harbors emergency service telephone number (International / domestic) This will help you with questions concerning your ticket or itinerary changes. The number is printed on all itineraries. Calling the airline directly can cause confusion and be costly.
Never make enemies or be abrasive with airline ticket agents or gate agents. Regardless of the situation, most people are more than accommodating when approached with respect.
Travel Reservations
Do not make a reservation with an airline directly. They will not have all of your company data accessible including your discounted rates, frequent flier numbers, travel preferences, travel policy information and payment procedures. They will only give you their information not competing information where the agency will.
When a travel reservation is made with Safe Harbors, your confirmation number for your flight, hotel room and car is your guarantee! If you arrive at any of these counters and they claim that you do not have a reservation, chance has it that they are trying to sell you a higher priced car, hotel room and airline reservation. This is a common practice for these vendors to recreate a reservation so that a commission will not have to be paid and that last minute availability is achieved, resulting in a higher fare/rate. If this should happen, be assertive and demand the guaranteed rate/fare is utilized on the confirmed itinerary from Safe Harbors.
SOLOMON
Our number one airline travel tip is: Check in early!
Airlines require domestic travelers to check-in 1 hour prior to departure. International flights require a 2 hour check-in. If you do not arrive on time and if the flights are overbooked, the possibility exists that your seat will be given away. In addition, there will be a greater opportunity when you arrive early to have your name on the “top of the list” for an upgrade.
Be aware that some airlines have restricted carry on luggage policies. For example:
Northwest - Maximum check-in is two and carryon luggage is limited to one piece plus a purse/briefcase/laptop computer for all flights. First class international is allowed two carry on items.
American/TWA - Check one and carryon two or check two and carryon one.
Delta - Check one and carry-on two or check two and carry-on one.
Southwest - Check up to three and carryon two.
United - One carryon in economy and two in business/first class.
USAir - Carryon two
Continental - Carryon two
Store your carryon luggage in the compartment across from you so you can keep an eye on it.
Be sure to carry photo identification.
Be aware of Safe Harbors emergency service telephone number (International / domestic) This will help you with questions concerning your ticket or itinerary changes. The number is printed on all itineraries. Calling the airline directly can cause confusion and be costly.
Never make enemies or be abrasive with airline ticket agents or gate agents. Regardless of the situation, most people are more than accommodating when approached with respect.
Travel Reservations
Do not make a reservation with an airline directly. They will not have all of your company data accessible including your discounted rates, frequent flier numbers, travel preferences, travel policy information and payment procedures. They will only give you their information not competing information where the agency will.
When a travel reservation is made with Safe Harbors, your confirmation number for your flight, hotel room and car is your guarantee! If you arrive at any of these counters and they claim that you do not have a reservation, chance has it that they are trying to sell you a higher priced car, hotel room and airline reservation. This is a common practice for these vendors to recreate a reservation so that a commission will not have to be paid and that last minute availability is achieved, resulting in a higher fare/rate. If this should happen, be assertive and demand the guaranteed rate/fare is utilized on the confirmed itinerary from Safe Harbors.
SOLOMON
Sep
12
Traveling to Maui, any tips of fun things?
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Caliluv9 asked:
I’m going to be traveling to Maui over the summer and i’m trying to bainstorm some fun things to do. As well, places to go to, any ideas would be great!
WILLIAMS
I’m going to be traveling to Maui over the summer and i’m trying to bainstorm some fun things to do. As well, places to go to, any ideas would be great!
WILLIAMS
Sep
8
Exposed - Last Minute Travel Tips to Save you Bundles of Money!
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KAYE DENNAN asked:
HOW OFTEN DO YOU THINK ‘I WOULD LIKE TO GO TO……..” THEN DON’T TAKE IT ANY FURTHER BECAUSE YOU THINK YOU CAN’T AFFORD IT?
This is a very common scenario as we tend to think that exotic locations are just for the person with a pocket full of money.
We will explain to you why you will be able to get the best deals, when to book these budget deals and where to go. In no time at all with our travel guide you will be booking holidays and business travel like the professional travel agent.
FOR THE HOLIDAY MAKER
Our ebook BEST LAST MINUTE TRAVL DEALS gives you pages and pages of travel tips on how to search for great deals, the exotic travel locations and a lot of do’s and don’ts that will help you find the very best deals at the very best of prices. They often say that half the fun of a holiday is in the planning.
Not only do we cover air travel, but accommodation, car travel, cruises, local attractions and more.
When booking last minute travel you don’t want to be paying top dollars as so many people do. We will show you where to look quickly so that you can book in a short space of time and get on with getting organised.
FOR THE BUSINESS TRAVELLER
So often you get short notice and OF COURSE you don’t have time to go searching for cheap deals. WELL, we will show you where to go and get quick, cheap deals that will save you loads of money. DON’T FORGET we give you air travel tips,accommodation tips and car hire tips.
OUR EBOOK BEST LAST MINUTE TRAVEL DEALS HAS RESEARCHED INFORMATION ALL TRAVELLERS; family, corporate, student, international. You couldn’t ask for more when trying to book budget travel.
STEPHAN
HOW OFTEN DO YOU THINK ‘I WOULD LIKE TO GO TO……..” THEN DON’T TAKE IT ANY FURTHER BECAUSE YOU THINK YOU CAN’T AFFORD IT?
This is a very common scenario as we tend to think that exotic locations are just for the person with a pocket full of money.
We will explain to you why you will be able to get the best deals, when to book these budget deals and where to go. In no time at all with our travel guide you will be booking holidays and business travel like the professional travel agent.
FOR THE HOLIDAY MAKER
Our ebook BEST LAST MINUTE TRAVL DEALS gives you pages and pages of travel tips on how to search for great deals, the exotic travel locations and a lot of do’s and don’ts that will help you find the very best deals at the very best of prices. They often say that half the fun of a holiday is in the planning.
Not only do we cover air travel, but accommodation, car travel, cruises, local attractions and more.
When booking last minute travel you don’t want to be paying top dollars as so many people do. We will show you where to look quickly so that you can book in a short space of time and get on with getting organised.
FOR THE BUSINESS TRAVELLER
So often you get short notice and OF COURSE you don’t have time to go searching for cheap deals. WELL, we will show you where to go and get quick, cheap deals that will save you loads of money. DON’T FORGET we give you air travel tips,accommodation tips and car hire tips.
OUR EBOOK BEST LAST MINUTE TRAVEL DEALS HAS RESEARCHED INFORMATION ALL TRAVELLERS; family, corporate, student, international. You couldn’t ask for more when trying to book budget travel.
STEPHAN
Sep
6
mitraj m asked:
Doing some very long hours every day and feel exhausted. Don’t get much sleep at night because i travel for about 2 hours to get back home. Anywhere from 65 to 80 hrs per week. It won’t be like this forever but for now i’m wondering if there’s any way (apart from the obvious sleep) to not feel as tired… Many thanks
GLENN
Doing some very long hours every day and feel exhausted. Don’t get much sleep at night because i travel for about 2 hours to get back home. Anywhere from 65 to 80 hrs per week. It won’t be like this forever but for now i’m wondering if there’s any way (apart from the obvious sleep) to not feel as tired… Many thanks
GLENN