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Do You Follow the 3-Ounce Rule?

BellaSugar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:00:31 -0800

With the three-ounce rule in effect for all air travelers, a mini-industry has sprung up in travel-sized bottles for all your toiletries, creams, and beauty goodies. But not everyone is so keen on the rules, especially since many airlines are now charging for checked baggage, meaning that people feel forced to carry everything in their on-board luggage.

Recently, quite a few people I know have sneaked larger items past security, despite knowing better and having misgivings. While the fact that they even got through is worrying, I'm also wondering whether more people are going to violate the three-ounce rule hoping to bring gifts and other items through. What about you? Is the three-ounce rule inviolate, or the kind of thing you don't mind breaking once in a while?

Download Our Free Games Before Your Thanksgiving Travel!

LilSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:10:00 -0800

Is the diaper bag all packed? Before you hit the open road, chug down the tracks or take to the friendly skies with your family, download LilSugar's free and fun printable travel games to keep the kiddos occupied on the journey.

Train Games - an I spy sheet and a train maze will keep your wee ones entertained while they whistle down the tracks.
Road Trip Games - a cool coloring page and backseat license plate bingo allow parents to keep their eyes on the road and put the pedal to the metal while their kids busy themselves in the backseat.
Airplane Games - a foldable paper plane and a tray table memory let mom and dad relax while families ride a mile high.

Follow These Tips For an Easy, Breezy Thanksgiving Trip

SavvySugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:45:03 -0800

While your mouth may be already watering for turkey, you've got to make it home first before you can enjoy that big meal. Take some hassle out of your airport preparation, stay, and return trips by following these six tips to stress-proof your Thanksgiving holiday.

Three Things to Do Before You Leave For Vacation	Check in ASAP to Keep Your Seat	Five Carry-On Items to Prevent Airport Spending
Where to Find Comfort When Your Flight Is Delayed	Which Thanksgiving Leftovers Are Allowed on the Plane?	Two Ways to Score Free WiFi at the Airport

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5 Tips For Healthy Travel This Holiday

babysugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:30:35 -0800

Nobody wants to be sick over the holidays, but unfortunately, it's an easy time to catch a cold or the dreaded flu, especially if traveling. Moms who have been taking precautions to keep their families flu free may want to read up on these five simple tips that will help swear off the sniffles and sneezes.

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The Best Gadget Accessories For Your Trip

GeekSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:30:30 -0800

Planning to travel this weekend? You're not alone - long-distance trips increase 54 percent over the Thanksgiving travel season. Traveling is stressful, but just because you're away from home doesn't mean you have to be without your high-tech conveniences. Here's a roundup of my favorite gadget accessories for traveling.

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Road Tripping Moves For T-Day Travel

FitSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:00:55 -0800

Considered the most travel saturated holiday in the US, many of us will be taking to the road or to the skies to see our family and friends this Thanksgiving. If you're flying try these stretches to keep yourself sane on the plane. And if you're driving I have a few moves to keep your body awake and make good use of your time stuck in traffic.

Steering wheel isometrics: Using simple isometric exercises, you can work your arms. Start with your hands at nine and three on the steering wheel (just like driver's ed class) and press inward with your arms. Hold for five counts, but keep the tension out of your neck. Repeat four times, and then move your hands to 10 and two and repeat. Changing positions of your hands will work different muscle groups.
Belly vacuums: This is a great way to work your abs at traffic lights or waiting out a traffic jam. On an exhale simply pull your abs toward your spine without letting your back round. Keep the abs engaged and focus on breathing into the back of your ribs for three to five breaths.
Glute winks: Your bum can get sore and numb from sitting for so long. This exercise not only works the glutes a bit, it also gets the circulation going once again and can relieve low back pain, too. Simply squeeze your right glute for three to five seconds, release it and switch sides. Repeat for a total of 10 times.

Feeling tense behind the wheel, I have a few remedies so read more.

Shoulder shrugs: Keeping your hands on the steering wheel, inhale and raise your shoulders to your ears. Exhale allowing your shoulders to drop. Repeat a total of five to 10 times.
Deep breathing: Don't underestimate the power of breathing to calm yourself down in heavy traffic. Inhale and fill your lungs, then slowly exhale releasing the tension from your upper body.
Slow shimmy: Channel a slower version of Beyonce's shoulder shimmy to release tension in your upper body. Keep your hands on the wheel, bring your right shoulder forward, then alternate bringing your left one toward the wheel. This move will make your spine twist a bit, which feels great after staring at the road for hours on end.

I also suggest stopping every two hours to stretch your legs. Just walking about a bit can enliven the weary traveler and help you stay alert while driving. I like to stretch my hamstrings by propping my heel on the bumper of the car.

What Are Your Thanksgiving Plans?

SavvySugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:30:26 -0800

You may be worried about your stuffing and pumpkin pie recipes or finding a festive Thanksgiving outfit, but airlines, airports and transportation services are gearing up for one of the busiest weeks of the year.

In fact, according to the US Department of Transportation, the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods are officially the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year. During the six day Thanksgiving travel period, the number of long-distance trips (to and from a destination 50 miles or more away) increases by 54 percent compared to the average number the rest of the year.

Will you be staying put, leaving on a jet plane or driving to your Thanksgiving destination?

Pack These Four Travel Essentials to Save Money

SavvySugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:45:50 -0800

You may not know what you need 'til you need it. I've had to purchase these four things while on vacation, and trust me, you'll save money if you bring them along in the first place. For things you could need a bit of but not enough to warrant the full package price, start this guide and get some packing inspiration.

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I'm Asking: Would You Gamble on Rain to Win a Free Stay?

SavvySugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:00:04 -0800

I don't know many people who look forward to a rainy day on a beach vacay, but this plan may make you more inclined. Although normal rates for Malaysia's luxury Tanjong Jara Resort will run upwards of $350 per night, if you encounter more than an inch of rainfall in any 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. period, you'll get a free night (with a three-night-minimum to be eligible).

Both the island's rainy season and the promotion go from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28 so there's a good chance you'll encounter some falling water on a stay, but no guarantees to the required total to achieve your dream of a downpour payout. Since most of you were not signing up for sunshine insurance, would you splurge on a trip here and hope for the ~~best~~ wettest weather possible, or does the possibility of rain deter you from the planning point period?

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5 iPhone Apps to Help You Through the Holidays

GeekSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:47:57 -0800

Can you believe that next week is already Thanksgiving? I can't, and there's no slowing down from here. In the midst of seasonal travel, family gatherings, and shopping on Black Friday, you may need some help getting organized. Check out five fun and functional apps that will help you wade through the holiday madness.

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