chic asked:


Can anyone help me about this? Unfortunately I have to leave from CA to TX. Any suggestion on how to take care and travel your cat? And if i reserved through continental airlines’ website is it guaranteed that my pet is with me even if i connect flight? Should i choose the same airline all through my travel?What’s the best pet carrier for this situation?
Thanks!

CLAYTON

Josh Webber asked:


If you are planning on traveling overseas, it is a good idea to acquire travel insurance before your departure. In fact, this should be near the top of your list of things to do. Travel insurance, similar to other forms of insurance, will probably not be needed. However, travel insurance, similar to other forms of insurance, can come in handy in the event of anything unforeseen happening while you are traveling.

Most travel insurance policies are designed to reimburse you in the event of the most likely scenarios that you might encounter while traveling, such as a delayed or canceled trip, death or illness, as well as the death of a relative at home. Travel insurance also covers the high cost of emergency medical assistance in a foreign country, as well as reimbursement for lost baggage.

You can also purchase various extras, including coverage in the event of an accident while participating in extreme sports, such as diving, skiing and skydiving; and coverage that will reimburse you for the cost of any emergency air transportation home, sometimes known as air ambulance. Travel insurance policies do not cover absolutely everything; they generally do not include coverage for expenses due to riots, wars and natural disasters.

It can be confusing determining how much travel insurance you need, or even if you actually need any at all. Most credit cards do include some kind of basic travel or trip cancellation insurance, which is usually adequate. If you are buying a plane ticket, your ticket comes with basic liability coverage for lost or delayed baggage, although it does not really cover expensive items. Also, if you are worried about your airline declaring bankruptcy, which is not so out of the question in today’s economic climate, an airline that ceases operations is required by law to protect you on another carrier or refund your ticket.

There are also policies designed for families and groups as well as so-called “multi trip insurance”. If you travel regularly throughout the year, it is almost certainly less expensive to purchase a policy that covers multiple trips. Family plans provide coverage for families traveling together and are also nearly always less expensive than buying an individual insurance policy for everyone. In this case, the definition of family may extend to various in-laws, cousins and grandparents.

The cost of your travel insurance policy can vary greatly, depending on the length of your trip and just how much coverage you want as well as your destination. Typically, you should expect to pay between 4% and 8% of the overall cost of the trip itself to have adequate travel insurance. If you are traveling to a remote or dangerous country, or to somewhere not recommended by the US department of state, expect to pay more for your travel insurance.

Not surprisingly, many people like to have the security of travel insurance or trip protection insurance if they are going on a particularly expensive or a once in a lifetime trip, such as a honeymoon or a vacation to a far away, exotic location such as Fiji or Africa.

Travel insurance policies also offer different levels of coverage, known as primary coverage and secondary coverage. If you take out primary coverage, your insurance company will pay you before any other insurance you have takes effect; if you have secondary insurance they will only pay you when you have collected from any other insurance options that are available to you.

You also may find that your policy is more expensive if you have what the insurance companies regard as a pre-existing medical condition. Always declare any pre-existing condition when you take out travel insurance, otherwise your policy may be void. This can lead to a very unfortunate experience, of needing insurance and not being able to purchase it at an affordable rate.

Once you have decided what kind of travel insurance you might need, purchasing it is simple. The internet has made it easy and convenient to shop around and compare prices and services offered. Most airlines, travel agents and cruise lines will only be too happy to sell you a policy, as they are probably getting a commission from the insurance company. You are not obligated to get your insurance through them – although it is often just as easy to do so.

If you are buying travel insurance for the first time and are confused, the best option is probably to purchase a basic policy along with your vacation, cruise or plane ticket. You should not be persuaded into taking out much more insurance than you will realistically need. Make sure that you understand exactly what is included and is not included in your policy; and that you take all the paperwork with you when you travel.



ROB

Brocks asked:


I understand many airlines are offering special price for this. I want to know if I can book directly from the internet without having to go to travel agencies.

MIKE

BabyDreyers asked:


Deciding to go on a vacation in the Philippines at the last minute need not be all hassle and stress. Last-minute travel is also a prime opportunity to get some astounding savings. Discounted last-minute airline travel, coupled with extremely low rates for Last Minute Manila Hotels, should provide not only the necessities but also added funds that you can put to good use while enjoying your vacation.

Although there are some people who prefer planning out every detail of their trips, there are those who live in the moment and prefer spontaneous decisions. Some prefer planning everything to cover every need and avoid unneeded stress. But unplanned last-minute getaways shouldn’t cause so much stress, so long as one is willing to be flexible with the arrangements.

Last minute travel involves having to do with the first available options. With the airline tickets, this entails center seats that may have a couple separated for the duration of the flight, simply because they have to make do with the leftover vacant seats.

For last-minute hotels, this means having to settle for the rooms that are not yet booked for some span of time. These are not necessarily shabby accommodations, but one risks not getting the best rooms of the hotel.

All of these factors, of course, can be offset by the aforementioned quality of flexibility. One could settle for what’s available if grandeur and luxury aren’t the primary determinants of one’s satisfaction. One could also wait for better accommodations to become available, so then flexibility goes hand in hand with patience.

If you can deal with all of those, then your last-minute trip to Manila could pave the way to an enjoyable yet very much cheaper vacation. The upside to last minute hotel reservations is that they offer premium discounts and price cuts just so the hotel gets to book a room that would be lying unused for a few days, anyway. That way, both parties benefit.

Of course, you run the risk of having nowhere to go if you book last-minute during peak periods. It is vital to research what the best timing would be. Being spontaneous doesn’t mean you have to go charging without even the slightest hint of a plan.

Granted, last minute Manila hotels provide quality accommodations at very affordable rates. One could always check the internet for last-minute booking offers as well as room availability. This way, one can conveniently make arrangements even on the fly.

Other advantages of Manila’s fine hotels include the proximity to vital establishments such as banking, shopping, dining, and a multitude of other purposes. Each hotel also has its own array of services that will let a traveler do anything he needs to do at his or her convenience, without even leaving the hotel’s premises.

So, don’t let the last-minute nature of your trip stand in the way of total enjoyment and great savings. Last Minute Manila Hotels offer good rates and excellent accommodations that will surely make your trip a wonderful bargain. Just remember: be flexible and be patient. There’s a good chance you can get a great deal from the get-go, but there are also risks involved. It pays to know the factors that affect last-minute reservations to guarantee your maximum satisfaction.



VINCE

Brad D asked:


I am a US citizen looking to travel to Brazil very soon. How do i obtain a visa? I have a passport…are visa’s included with an airline ticket? Do i have to go to the consulate near by or is there an easier way?

MALCOLM

Vish asked:


I am contemplating wether to book tickets for my wife and 9 month old daughter on Continental airlines as I have heard mixed reviews about the airline and it service. Since they will be travelling alone I am more worried. Please share your experience and help me decide.

TERRY

MissDeviance asked:


I see that NASA is planning to replace the Space Shuttle with a dual system, sending cargo and supplies up in one rocket and returning to the classic style with crew and capsule modules in a second rocket. Cheaper and more efficient, and allows for different systems needs for the different payloads.

Doesn’t this also make sense for airline travel? At any given time, there are multiple airline companies flying from and to the exact same destinations only minutes apart.

Why not have specific planes dedicated to carrying all the main luggage (cargo)? Then the passenger flights would have absolutely NO carry-on luggage on board, only handbags and laptop type cases. Security is streamlined, since the screening is so much simpler, and the passenger planes can dedicate themselves to passenger services.

Smaller jets could carry cargo (coverted corp jets), so they’d get there faster. Your luggage would be waiting.

ROYCE

shy e asked:


I fully paid the airlines ticket at the travel agency here in the philippines but i cancelled the next day. they havnt issue a airline ticket yet but they said i cannot refund it anymore. and is theres a service charge for refund? how much? please help i think they are trying to cheat and ripped us off… thanks

BEN

Lisaparker1 asked:


Just like health and life insurance, travel insurance is one of those products that nobody wants to pay for, but everybody feels that they should have. The chances are high that you will not even need insurance while traveling. However, a good travel insurance policy can make all the difference in case of any unforeseen circumstances and is worth having for the peace of mind alone.

Travel insurance covers you in the event of such things as a delayed or canceled trip, death or illness, emergency medical assistance and lost baggage. If you buy an airline ticket, the airline already includes liability for lost or damaged luggage; the amount is usually adequate but it will not cover any irreplaceable or particularly valuable items. If you do not have any type of travel insurance and need to change your travel plans, the cost of changing an airline ticket or cruise itinerary can be substantial, especially on short notice. Also, the costs of emergency medical assistance while traveling overseas are beyond the budget of many individuals and families.

Most people take out a policy known as trip cancellation insurance; and as the name suggests, this type of insurance specifically covers the cancellation of your trip, either by yourself or by your airline, cruise line or tour company. The most common reasons for a trip being cancelled are an airline or cruise company going bankrupt, natural disasters or weather delays, strikes or labor disputes. Trip cancellation insurance is easy to get; it can generally be purchased directly from your airline, travel agent or cruise line.

It is a good idea to have travel insurance that protects you in the event of your airline going bankrupt. Several of the major airlines have declared bankruptcy recently, and many people are understandably concerned about booking a trip several months ahead on an airline that may not be in business. An airline that declares bankruptcy and ceases operations is required by law to refund your ticket or protect you on another airline that provides a similar flight schedule. However, it is still reassuring to have the additional peace of mind that a travel insurance policy provides.

As far as trip protection for cruises is concerned, it is usually a good idea to have the extra coverage. In fact, many cruise lines require you to have adequate travel insurance and may want to see evidence of your coverage, such as a copy of the policy. Many people purchase travel insurance or trip protection insurance if they have a particularly expensive or a once in a lifetime trip, such as a honeymoon. People also tend to take out more travel insurance the further away from home they are traveling to, especially if it is somewhere remote, dangerous or primitive.

The cost of travel insurance can vary greatly, depending on the amount of coverage you need, the length of your trip and even whether you plan to participate in what the travel industry describes as hazardous sports, such as diving, skiing and skydiving for example. If you travel frequently throughout the year, you can generally take out a policy that will cover multiple trips; and if you are traveling as part of a group or as a family, some travel insurance policies will cover groups specifically – taking out group coverage can often be significantly less expensive.

In general, most comprehensive travel insurance packages that cover everything that a traveler might realistically need tend to cost between 4% and 8% of the overall cost of the trip itself. If you need insurance to cover extras such as emergency medical evacuation, hazardous sports coverage, or emergency reunion services (which covers the costs of flying family members to you if you are hospitalized) your travel insurance will almost certainly cost quite a lot more. If you do not want these extras, then do not feel that you have to pay for them. In most cases, it is entirely up to you.

Pre-existing medical conditions can often be an issue when purchasing your travel insurance. Some policies may include pre-existing medical conditions while others may not; it just depends on the policy. Having a pre existing condition generally means you may be paying more for the coverage, but it will not necessarily prevent you from being insured. Make sure you accurately inform your insurance company of any pre-existing conditions, otherwise your insurance company has the right to revoke your policy at a later date.

Do not forego travel insurance just to save money. You probably will not need it, but you may just be glad that you took it out.



ARTHUR

philip smith asked:


Don’t throw away that chance to enjoy your vacation even more by saving with cheap airline tickets. For years you have stuck to making those holiday and travel bookings with the same major airline that has consistently rewarded your loyalty with frequent flyer miles. In more recent times it has become easy to book with the airline online, get your e-ticket, and sometimes manage to cope with the complexity of changing flights, and getting a refund following a cancellation, without ever having to front up at the airline travel desk.

Now you can achieve all that and more while making super savings on the air ticket price. Shopping around on online travel sites is so incredibly easy and with just a little time spent checking out the policies and procedures relating to the site’s service you can make the right decision which will free up more of the budget to use while on vacation. Or just to bring that more desirable but more expensive destination to within your reach. While you are searching and comparing, look through the many vacation packages that come up in promotional deals offered by many websites selling the lowest of airfares. Take advantage of other related services to win with the best value accommodation and rental car deals.

As well as comparing a number of web sites for booking flexibility and the most competitive booking fees, look among the extra features offered for those sites that get you frequent flyer miles as well as the cheap fare. You haven’t had to give away anything and yet you have access to so much more. Some sites offer a low fare guarantee. Many offer low fares you won’t have found on that airline’s site (exclusive deals given out as special web only promotions).

Cheap tickets for domestic air travel or international, online travel sites make sure you find the best price in town without leaving your desk or making a phone call.



THAD