Jul 02, 2009 -
I love to travel, which means I'm always on the lookout for any new, interesting and helpful travel tips. So when I caught this amazing tip in this month's issue of Budget Travel, I was all over it.
There's plenty of ways that Google can be used for travel planning, and now there's another way Google can help you while you're on the go: use Google Sites to store all your travel documents, like scans of passports and ID's, itineraries, and conformation numbers for easy access anywhere in the world.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
The key to keeping backseat harmony is being prepared. Aside from parents mapping out their course and packing snacks for the kiddos, stocking up on the drive-time activities is essential for a smooth ride. After downloading our road trip games, think up other items that will keep children occupied.
- A family sing-a-long is great if everyone knows the words.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
For the second year in a row, AAA predicts travel will be down over Fourth of July weekend, blaming uncertainty about the economy. Will you be making a trip?
Are You Traveling Over Fourth of July Weekend?
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Jul 02, 2009 -
As travelers gear up for flying over the long Fourth of July weekend, fingers are crossed that travel schedules go as planned. Most plans will go off without a hitch, but there's always a few who get the short end of the travel stick when their flights are canceled. Weather, mechanical problems, and shortage of crew are a few reasons why flights might be delayed or canceled altogether.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
When it comes to bargains, it pays to play it cool. High maintenance travelers can be as finicky as they want while on vacation, but that approach won't get you the cheapest trip while in planning mode. Think flexibility when organizing a vacation, and the deals will come to you.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
Stephanie Pratt played with a beach ball yesterday while wearing a little pink bikini in Miami. She looked happy despite recently revealing that she fought with body issues after joining The Hills, but she's now found healthy ways to work out like running around on the sand. Stephanie's getting a head start on her Fourth of July celebrations, as many celebrities flock to their favorite places before the long weekend starts.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
So long backseat wars! lilsugar's got some new downloadable road trip games that moms and dads can print out before they pack the car and hit the highway. From a cool coloring page to Backseat License Plate Bingo and I Spy With My Lil Eye, parents can keep their eyes on the road and put the pedal to the metal while their children entertain themselves on the journey.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
You already know that I'm a big fan of Virgin America's in-flight entertainment system, and have been known to tune in to JetBlue's DirectTV programming a time or two. But for a lot of you, an airline's in-flight goodies may not be a reason to book a seat.
On a recent flight to LA, I noticed how few people actually use their seat-back TV sets to watch the tube, a movie, or play games, instead choosing to sleep or use their own gadgets to keep them busy.
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Jun 30, 2009 -
You've already guessed who's on a boat but now we have another fun-filled Summer quiz for you! See if you can guess who's enjoying the beach — this might be our most challenging one yet.
Question 1 of 10Guess who's taking a seaside stroll?
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Jun 30, 2009 -
The experience of going on a road trip is often just as exciting as the final destination. Lucky for us, the long holiday weekend ahead invites the opportunity to hit the road and head someplace fun. Before you put your car into drive, check out my money saving tips for your road trip.
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