The Gutsy Traveler

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  • Overseas trips last minute check list.

    Why don’t I follow my own advice, and finish all preparations early? Tomorrow I leave for Asia and I’m still crossing things off my list. To make your next trip easier, here’s my “Don’t Forget To Do” list. 1. Call my credit card company to add a “Travel Alert” to my account. So when the…

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    How to prepare for a crisis — disaster advice

    While you can’t avoid natural disasters, or control all situations, you can be prepared. I was in Southern Thailand with my family when the Asian tsunami struck. We had a close call, but were not injured. This is what I’ve learned. Before you leave home: Leave your travel itinerary with your family, a friend and…

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