Travel tips
October 25th, 2008 at 10:14am
Under Attractions+ Travel tips+ family vacations
I’ve lived in several places that are generally regarded as tourist attractions, London and Edinburgh, to name but two. And even when I lived in more out-of-the-way places, I’m no different to most people - we hardly ever visit our local attractions, but leave them to people from outside the area.
But really, this year in particular, it’s no bad thing to get acquainted with the sights that are in range. Instead of spending a fortune on air fares for a trip abroad, plan a “self-catering” holiday at home.
Just because you’re staying home, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t plan. For a start, you can dig out the camping gear, and make sure it’s water tight and well aired. Who says the kids can’t camp out in the garden? It will give you a little peace and quiet, if you plan well, and they will have a great time.
Well before the start of your vacation, search your local tourist information, libraries or other information sources for pamphlets and brochures detailing all the attractions within a couple of hours’ drive (or you could take the train, perhaps). Plan your itinerary, just like you would if you were going touring across Europe.
You’ll be surprised by just how much is available to you nearby. You’ll save a packet, and you might find you feel better after a vacation-at-home than after any other break - you certainly won’t be suffering from jet lag!
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By frann
October 20th, 2008 at 04:55am
Under Travel tips
I think you should get the newest information regarding your passport if you are thinking about traveling soon. Air travel between the United States and Canada has altered in recent months and it’s got some people scrambling to obtain a passport. If you’ve been over the border by air previously, you know that you could get by with only a birth certificate and driver’s license. That is not the situation any more.
If someone wants to apply for one of these official government documents there’s some things they are going to need. One is an original of their confirmation of their nationality. For most of us this means a birth certificate. For others it may be their citizenship or immigration documents. All passport information Internet sites travel documents confirm this point, so get that document before you even start the application process. In case you misplaced or lost this certificate, you’ll have to replace it first before you apply for a passport.
Pictures are naturally necessary when you are looking for a passport. Unfortunately you can’t take a beauty shot so you look fabulous in the picture. There are very specific rules about the size of the image and how you can look. The government’s passport information outlines these requirements and it is best to go to a photo shop that specializes in passport images. The cost is low and you know that the photos will be acceptable.
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By guest
October 14th, 2008 at 02:05pm
Under Air travel tickets+ Travel tips
American Airlines recently stopped serving free drinks and started charging for baggage on their flights, when fuel prices were going up exponentially. Now, even though fuel prices have been falling, it seems that they have decided to stick with the new fees.
In an announcement made last week, American Airlines stated that it had decided to “unbundle” its fares. Travelers will be charged a base fare without “frills” (which includes things as basic as a blanket or the choice of seat), and any additional requirement will be charged as an extra.
Apart from causing problems for business travelers, who will most likely be saddled with out of pocket costs which have to be reclaimed via expenses, it is pretty much certain that all passengers will end up losing from this deal. There can be only one motive - to increase profit - after all. My advice (not for the first time): Take a tip from rail travelers and take a picnic basket and a flask with you.
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By frann
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