Sea sickness is very much real and can even make tough guys turn green or drop to their knees. The symptoms of seasickness include dizziness, fatigue, nausea and vomiting and have something to do with the balance center of the inner ear. Here are some methods of avoiding sea sickness when sailing, fishing or cruising. 1. Pills Sea sickness tablets are the … [Read more...]

Many travelers do not have the luxury to get over jet lag naturally. Most have to report to work or have short trips in which they want to get a lot of work or sightseeing done. In any case, ‘jet lag, can’t sleep at night’ is a common complaint travelers have upon returning home or while visiting a foreign country across time zones. So let us take a look at … [Read more...]

Money is a sacred thing- it is our protector. While it cannot buy happiness, it certainly protects us. Naturally, you need to keep your money safely and especially so when traveling. So today we will talk about some clever ways to hide money in clothing and secret places and keep it safe while traveling. 1. Hidden travel wallets Travel wallets can be … [Read more...]

A trip to Disneyland or Disney World is a rite of passage for the quintessential American family. However, it can leave a major dent in one’s pocket. So, today we will explore some easy ways to save money and have a frugal Disney World or Disneyland trip. 1. Book through vacation clubs Vacation clubs use a point system. Suppose you do not use your points, … [Read more...]

No one likes to travel with a roll of toilet paper in their purse! However, it is also true that as many as 60% of travelers suffer from acute diarrhea owing to ingestion of foreign bacteria and viruses. In most cases, taking travelers’ diarrhea prevention medication can prevent spoiling of one’s vacation/travel but in a few cases, even these do not work. … [Read more...]

Gas prices have been rising steadily over the past few years and everyone would like to save money on it. One of the best ways to save gas is to increase your car’s gas mileage. If you are looking for some easy ways to get better gas mileage in automatic cars or trucks, try the following methods that will also enable the car to last longer. 1. Keep the car … [Read more...]

Long haul flights can leave you irritated, tired, bored, exhausted, smelly and feeling squashed. Even though you might be excited about your journey overseas, simply the thought of surviving that long haul flight might dampen your spirits. However, there are a few things you can do to alleviate stress and feel more comfortable when flying long distances. … [Read more...]

Packing is an art, a science and a necessary evil. It is a task travelers need to tackle before their journey; but not everybody excels at it. Most of us even dread it. But this guide will change all that. Step away from the pile of mountainous clothing, get off that suitcase you are trying to squash shut and allow this guide to un-clutter your mind and your … [Read more...]

For most travelers, spending thousands of dollars for a business class ticket in order to fly in comfort is not an option. However, many lucky passengers are known to get an upgrade on flights from economy to business class. That makes us wonder: are there any strategies that one could use in order to get such a lucky break? There most certainly are some … [Read more...]

Millions of people travel to places of high altitude and quite a few of them suffer from symptoms of altitude sickness such as dizziness, headaches and nausea. Most cases of altitude sickness are self limiting and resolve on their own, but, in rare cases, the symptoms can become life threatening. Shortness of breath, excess coughing and pink frothy sputum … [Read more...]

Just because you have a baby does not mean that you should put your travel plans on hold. With a bit of careful planning, a handy ‘traveling with baby checklist’ and a positive attitude, we are sure your trip with baby will be a memorable one for all the right reasons. 1. Getting ready As an adult, you know what to expect during a travel whether it is a … [Read more...]

Traveling across America at least once in your lifetime is almost like a rite of passage. The extent of diversity in this great nation is awe – inspiring. Travel across America by train is not always the best or the cheapest option. Sometimes, there will be offers available through Amtrak, which can be availed as one of the cheaper ways to travel across … [Read more...]

How many times have we heard of people falling sick in another country or right in the midst of their travel? No one wants to experience that! The following easy ways to stay healthy when traveling will reduce your risk of illness and accidents when traveling locally or abroad. With a little knowledge and prevention, you can safeguard against many … [Read more...]