by Marybeth Bond | Dec 31, 2010 | Travel
Leave Your Itinerary with someone back home. Whether you’re single or have a million relatives, leave your travel itinerary with a colleague, friend or loved one. Carry extra copies with you in case you lose it. It’s also a good idea to carry photocopies of your...
by Marybeth Bond | Dec 31, 2010 | Travel, Family
Ask these questions when booking a room: Do kids stay free? Is breakfast free? Does the hotel offer a discount for adjoining rooms? Does the hotel have cribs and roll-away beds? Do they charge to rent them? Are there any supervised programs for kids? How much do they...
by Marybeth Bond | Dec 31, 2010 | Best Travel Apps, Safety Tips, Hotel Security Tips, Travel, Girlfriend Getaways
Women now constitute almost 50 percent of all the business travel in the United States, and spend $175 billion on 14 million trips annually. Women also have safety concerns that men don’t. Here’s a collection of safety tips. Place the “Do Not...
by Marybeth Bond | Dec 31, 2010 | Travel, Surviving Overnight Flights
What is “economy class syndrome?” I thought it referred to dark circles under the eyes, cramped legs and sore necks that are part of the joy of long haul flights. Recently I learned that “economy class syndrome” is a more serious condition, described as “deep-vein...
by Marybeth Bond | Dec 31, 2010 | Safety Tips, Travel, Solo Travel Tips
A key to safe travel is to make smart choices and use your common sense, especially when traveling alone. Don’t be paranoid, but be aware that bad things do happen, and protect yourself. An important safety tip is to trust your instincts. They are well-honed...