Traveling is an exciting journey of self discovery, of exploring and understanding the world around us. On journeys of trial and error, we’ve discovered a number of tips and tricks to maximize your time on the road, and to encourage you to make deeper connections with yourself and your chosen destinations. Below are some indispensable […]
The Big Q: Not addicted to your Smartphone yet? Well, these travel apps might do it to you. The Big A: There are numerous apps out there that can simplify your life and travels like never before. From creating your itinerary to helping you pack and find places to eat, you have the power of […]
FLASH: The flight time from the LA to Tahiti is only 8 hours. So, now the paradise of pearls, vanilla, and powdery white sand beaches is more convenient than Europe for American living on the West Coast, but its location makes it seem much farther. Tahiti has never been easier or more affordable to reach—and […]
Set out to experience a destination in a unique way by joining its communities in celebrating their love for food, wine, new beginnings and everything in between. Through traditional clothing, spirited dances and sumptuous symbolic foods, World festivals educate spectators on a destination’s history and local culture for a deeply insightful experience, and some are […]
Rising temperatures can strip places of their populations in June, July and August. But, if they are on your must visit list, they are still worth going to visit. Here are 8 touristy destinations that clear out in the Summer. Paris, France The long standing tradition of Juillettistes and Aoûtiens or those who take their […]
Even savvy travelers make mistakes at airport security. The process is daunting and demanding. Below are several mistakes to avoid making so your experience is not as challenging, as follows: Having Your Electronics Scattered While most destinations in the United States only require you to take out your laptop and/or tablet, not every country is […]
Many if not most travelers are looking to save as much money as possible on their trip, sometimes it is worth it to splurge for a few nights in a luxury hotel. Whether it is a stunning location, historic building or just incredible luxury amenities, splurging on a fancy night in a luxurious hotel can […]
Here are some of our best tips for a smooth traveling abroad, as follows: 1. Pack a Complete Outfit in Your Carry On If you do plan on checking your bags, be sure to pack complete outfit in your carry on in case your baggage is delayed. This way, you will have a spare set […]
Winter Weather Blankets Southern States North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper warned that the state anticipated the storm could cause up to 500,000 power outages. A winter storm unleashed snow and freezing rain on large swath of the southern United States Saturday and threatened to bring treacherous conditions to the East Coast. Approximately 25-M people in […]
Overlooked Romantic Cities in Europe When most travelers think of Europe they think of capital cities with world-renowned historical sites: London, Paris and Rome, but the most intimate and authentic experiences happen when discovering the undiscovered. Off the path, under the radar, these destinations are easily accessible thanks to Europe’s extensive bus and rail network. […]
Islands of Thailand Relaxing by blue/green water, white sand, in a hammock swaying between palm trees while sea laps at the shore line Each island in Thailand distinct from the next, with its own characteristics, there a many to choose from. Below is a list that you can selects 1 for every occasion, whether you want […]
Caution, Scams You May Encounter on Your Vacation Travelers are all prime for hustlers and scammers world wide. Everyone who has been on the road can recount a personal story of being a ‘mark’ while away from home. The 1st and only time it happened to me was in Mexico City 50 years ago on […]
Michelin Publishes its 1st Food Guide for Bangkok MICHELIN GUIDE BANGKOK 2018 LIST “Over almost a year, our tasters visited about 500 places to get to the published list. The initial list is gathered through what we can find in the media, through local reviews and blogs. But the tasters also go around asking the […]
Zika Virus Update for Spring Travelers “We know we are going to see Zika again this Spring,” It’s been more than a year since the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued the 1st warning about travel to Brazil and the Caribbean because of the Zika Virus outbreaks. From January to August of Y 2016, the Virus […]
Update: Donald Trump “We will win the appeal of Judge Robart’s stay order.” FLASH: A federal appeals court denied early Sunday the Justice Department’s request for an immediate reinstatement of US President Donald Trump’s ban on accepting certain travelers and all refugees. The Trump Administration appealed a temporary order restraining the ban nationwide, saying late […]
Travel: The Beauty of Belfast, Ireland A bustling city centre and areas of natural beauty make Belfast a hidden gem for tourists The Republic of Ireland takes the lion’s share of the Emerald Isle’s tourist numbers, its neighbor in the north is a hidden gem that travelers to the far west of Europe should make […]
Zika Virus Scare Slows Travel To Miami $AAL, $JBLU The latest data reveals that travelers have booked fewer hotel rooms in downtown Miami, and leisure airfares to the greater Miami area have have fallen in the weeks since the Zika virus was detected there. Hotels sold 2.9% fewer rooms in Miami’s central business district and […]
At the Olympics? Don’t Let Illness Interfere with the Festivities About 500,000 people from around the world are travelling to the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. And while Zika bearing mosquitoes are in the news, other bugs and health problems that Olympic athletes and spectators should bear in mind. The Big Q: What’s the biggest […]
Security ‘Beefed Up’ at America’s Major Airports Major airports in the US, like those in Atlanta, Chicago, New York/New Jersey and Los Angeles have stepping up security in the wake of the radical Islamic terrorist attack at Istanbul Turkey’s Ataturk Airport US airline passengers will see an increased police presence maintaining vigilance and will elevate and adjust […]
Modena, Italia Home of Ferrari & Osteria Francescana $RACE Modena is a microcosm of everything that draws 48.5-M travelers to Italy annually. Travelers to the small Northern Italian City of Modena in Emilia-Romagna, Italy’s agricultural center can find the most coveted dinning reservation on Earth, at Osteria Francescana (the best restaurant in the world), visit the […]
HH Sheikh Ahmed on Dubai and Emirates $BA, $EADSY The airline’s Chairman/CEO explains how it has ‘challenged the historical norms’ of the aviation industry “The success of Dubai and the success of Emirates Airlines are 2 things that depend on each other. “From the very start, Emirates Airline and Dubai have grown hand in hand. […]
China to Triple Spending on Tourism China’s spending in the tourism sector is likely to 3X by Y 2020, to RMB 3-T (US$460-B). China invested more than RMB 1-T in the tourism sector last year, an increase of 42% from one year earlier, Li Jinzao, head of China National Tourism Administration, said at the ongoing […]
The Reason We Do Not Sleep Well In Strange Places A new study suggests that 1/2 of the brain remains on high alert during the 1st night of sleep in a new space. Over the course of 3 experiments on 35 young, healthy volunteers, researchers measured brain activity during 2 consecutive nights of sleep. They […]
