By: Ian Ramsey | 2009-06-15 | Travel & Leisure These days most people in the UK jet off each summer to take a break from work, studies and the stress of everyday life. With so much to remember it is easy for travellers to often forget something they need whether it is clothes, shoes, sun cream or any other travel luxury. If any of these holiday essentials are forgotten it is not going to ruin the trip, as long as passports, tickets and money are remembered! read more
By: Frank Middleton | 2006-09-10 | Travel & Leisure I have just returned from a trip to Europe where I spent time in Paris, Rome, Madrid and Vilnius (capital of Lithuania and a beautiful and interesting city). In Paris, I used my basic French. I asked for pan-au-chocolat and said oui, merci and s’il vous plait. I wandered the streets feeling continental, suave and sophisticated. My wife pretended to be impressed. In Rome, I used my basic Italian. Grazie, per favore and so on. We visited the Roman forum, hung out in chic cafes and said buongiorno and buonasera to anyone who would listen. In Madrid, we visited art galleries, used . read more
By: Elea Almazora | 2008-05-29 | Destinations I have always been fascinated by the idea of love between a man and a woman being so powerful that it would actually inspire a post-mortem tribute that would draw in the fascination of many. The story of the Taj Mahal is my favorite, of course. read more
By: David Joseph Wright | 2009-09-15 | Travel & Leisure Lost luggage isnt a once in a lifetime event - it can happen more often than you would like to imagine. And when it does, you entire trip can suffer (or even be ruined), and you may have to say goodbye to possessions that can never be replaced. This fact... read more
By: Kayla Reid | 2009-06-15 | Flights Supermodels and politicians charged with air rage, bags going up in plumes of smoke and missing baggage found in dumpsters are but a sample of captivating stories about lost luggage. Although South Africa joins the rest of the aviation world in respect to lost luggage statistics, we are not fairing as poorly as some of our decidedly first world counterparts. read more
By: EllaV | 2010-01-10 | Travel & Leisure Exploring a beautiful country on a summer of 2008, I found myself counting life’s blessings as I gazed at the white sandy beaches where breezes blows all my worries away, Sliding from a palm-fringed sandy beach into the warm, turquoise waves of the Pacific at Puerto Vallarta, kayaking at dawn past a colony of sea lions, parrots screech and howler monkeys growl in the sweaty emerald jungle, dining on salmon enchiladas and chrysanthemum salad at a fusion restaurant, dancing through the night at a read more
By: Rick Chapo | 2005-10-01 | camping Lagos is a small town in Portugal built on a large hill overlooking the Mediterranean Ocean. While its old world charm is evident during the day, it can be a real pain at night. Upon arriving by train in Lagos, I quickly booked a bed in a private home with a local family. I was loaded in a car and driven to the home that was just over the crest of the hill on which Lagos is built. From the home, it was about a mile down to the beaches and water. Ah, good old exercise. Being from San Diego, I immediately put on my trunks, flip flops and headed for a swim. As I came over the top of the h... read more
By: Mike Greaves | 2009-06-22 | Hotels Whether you are going to the capital city of France for a business trip or a vacation, you would always want to explore the most romantic city of the world. read more
By: Devon O'Malley | 2010-01-10 | Travel & Leisure Lost Lake Park is a protected area of forest which is home to the mountain wildlife. The park is always open for public enjoyment. Read on to find out why visiting Lost Lake Park should be placed high on your to-do list. read more
By: Devon O'Malley | 2010-01-10 | Travel & Leisure Lost Lake Park provides a great alternative for visitors looking to do more than just ski or mountain bike. The Nature Valley Trail, which runs throughout Whistler Blackcomb, is connected to the park’s trail system for a peaceful & easy way to get in and out. read more
By: Neil Dennis | 2008-08-12 | Travel & Leisure As the summer holiday season hots up, don’t allow luggage mountains, airlines going bust or airport delays spoil your day. Stuff of nightmares perhaps but the recent the baggage chaos at Heathrow Terminal 5 is still a vivid enough memory to show what can happen. Although much is outside the direct control of the travelling public, you can go some way to help youself by following some basic simple rules. Such as, clearly tag your baggage. This should include your name, your flight number, your departure and arrival destinations and the date of your flight. A good suggestion is to place you. read more
By: Keith McGregor | 2008-08-14 | Travel & Leisure As the summer holiday season hots up, don’t allow luggage mountains, airlines going bust or airport delays spoil your day. Stuff of nightmares perhaps but the recent the baggage chaos at Heathrow Terminal 5 is still a vivid enough memory to show what can happen. read more
By: Car Guru | 2009-03-20 | Travel & Leisure A report out yesterday says more than one million pieces of luggage were irretrievably lost in 2007. Airlines mishandled a whopping 42 million bags worldwide in 2007 – 8 million more than the previous year. On average, about 85% of bags delayed by airlines are back to their rightful owner within 2 days. Sounds like a lot, unless of course you are one of the other 15%, on your holidays with one outfit and no toothbrush. If British Airways can’t track owners after 3 months, the lost luggage goes into an auction. About 1000 unclaimed items are auctioned off each month including shoes,. read more
By: Gerald Jimenez | 2008-10-03 | Travel Tips Do you know what do you carry in your wallet? you will be suprised that how many important documents you carry and most of us do not appreciate this fact until its too late. In this article we explore ways how to avoid financial disaster and still have a great time on your holiday. read more
By: saichon sannok | 2010-01-05 | Travel & Leisure First a few facts and figures: British Airways lost 23 bags for every 1,000 passengers in 2006 – about 9 pockets for each missing jumbo jet flight. Lost in 2006, The Association of European Airlines 24 members incredible 5.6 million bags. read more
By: Dan Williams | 2009-07-18 | Travel & Leisure It does seem odd that the reasons many islands become the tourists destinations they are, suddenly become polarised once they reach a certain popularity. Once the prime areas of development have become established, usually around a coastal area with a fine beach and space for new construction to take place,... read more
By: Jenny Schweyer | 2008-07-19 | Travel & Leisure Your US passport is one of the most valuable documents that youll ever own. A lost or stolen passport will cost you more than simply the application fee. A citizen who loses his or her US passport runs the risk of identity theft. Identity theft costs Americans billions of dollars every year. It can take months or years to recover and reclaim your credit rating. Plus, US passport theft increases the likelihood of criminal and terrorist activity taking place within our borders. Despite taking extra precautions, you may find yourself in a situation where your US passport has been lost . read more
By: Jenny Schweyer | 2008-07-29 | Travel Tips Your US passport is one of the most valuable documents that youll ever own. A lost or stolen US passport will cost you more than simply the application fee. read more
By: C.L. Hendricks | 2010-01-10 | Travel & Leisure You have lost your passport and you are wondering what it is going to cost you in terms of time and money. While it is true that it’s going to cost you, in the end you will learn a valuable lesson. read more
By: Devon O'Malley | 2010-01-10 | Travel & Leisure Lost Lake Park in Whistler is where snow shoers, cross-country skiers, and summertime vacationers want to be. Conveniently, accommodation options only 5 minutes away from the lake are available. Read on to find out more about vacation rentals near Lost Lake Park. read more