Archive for the ‘Travel Tips’ Category

Are Discount Travel Web Sites Really the Best Deal?

Stuart S. Travel asked:  The Internet gives you easy access to so much information that you can become overloaded. When traveling this is definitely the case. Friends and fellow travelers tell you to book your trip on line yourself – you’ll save hundreds of dollars. But is that really the case? Will you be able [...]

Free Entertainment Ideas for Travelers

Stuart S. Travel asked: There are loads of fantastic ways to get free entertainment when traveling. All you need is a bit of research before you go and to think a bit laterally. Whether you get your entertainment from music, theatre, lectures, walks or museums there are free experiences all over the globe. Here are [...]

Could You Work in a Foreign Country to Pay for Travel?

Stuart S. Travel asked: Of course you could! There are plenty of opportunities for travelers who want to work overseas especially if you speak English or better yet, are bilingual. But to work abroad there are some things to consider before you go. 1. Find out if Americans can work in the country you intend to [...]

Summer Job Ideas for Budget Travelers

Stuart S. Travel asked: Can you get a job over the summer while traveling? There are plenty around and many aimed at travelers specifically. Organize your work permit and check out the local paper for jobs for travelers. You’ll be amazed at what kind of work you can find to do. 1. You could become an [...]

Airline Travel: Tips on Avoiding Lost or Stolen Luggage

S. Michael Windsor asked: One of the major issues today with consumers in regards to air travel is the amount of lost baggage. Did you know that over 4 million bags a year are either lost, damaged, or in some cases, both? It is important to think about these things when preparing for take off [...]

Where to Travel With Kids on a Budget

Stuart S. Travel asked: Of course you can travel just about anywhere with your kids on a budget. Like any travel experience on a budget you need to research and plan well to make the most of your travel dollar. Many places, however, are family or kid friendly and will throw in added extras for [...]

Booking a Flight With US Airlines Will Make Flying a Pleasure

Muna wa Wanjiru asked: Air travel these days is considered to be one of the best ways to go to other countries for your various needs. There are different airlines for many of the countries in the world. Some countries can have several different national and private airlines to represent their country. This is also [...]

Tips for Saving When Traveling in a Group

Stuart S. Travel asked: Traveling in a group? You are the holiday packagers dream! Imagine being able to offload bulk airline seats, rail passes and entertainment packages in one booking. A group traveling is a wanted commodity and because of this you can secure great deals for your group. But as always, beware of any [...]

Lufthansa, a Leader in Airline Travel

Gen Wright asked: Lufthansa is a founding member of Star Alliance and together with 20 other airlines is able to offer customers excellent possibilities to connect all over the world. Lufthansa’s strong and stable position in the market was officially certified when it was voted the Best Airline in Europe at the 2008 World Airline [...]

"secrets of Airline Travel" Book Review

Robert Reid asked: Tony Morrison was a hard working travel agent that may or may not of gotten what he deserved, but one thing about it he knew a lot more than the airlines had expected. He was FIRED! But He knew every secret of the industry! We all Know how big business works, if [...]