Archive for May, 2007
Family Sailing Schools
Looking for a vacation that could get the whole family working together? Why not go on a sailing adventure at one of these sailing schools? Annapolis Sailing School has a popular Family Sailing Package. Located in Annapolis, Maryland, prices at this sailing school range from $375 for a one-weekend course to $1,425 for a three-weekend [...]
Couch Surfing: Sleep on the Cheap
Forget about overpriced hotels or crowed backpacker hostels. For today’s growing number of budget-minded solo travelers, there is a growing online presence of something called “hospitality exchange” websites, which are helping to bring the global traveling community even closer. When we say close, we’re not kidding. So close, in fact, that you may find yourself [...]
“Scientific” Ways to Track Airfares
If you want to compare airfares easily online, one new tool is offered by FareCompare.com. Their newest feature lets you track the lowest fare prices between cities, and rates each fare from 0 to 4 stars. Except with this ratings system, the stars are objective: Only deals that are close to or better than the [...]
Travel Insurance, Yes or No?
A reader from Bellingham, Washington asks “Should I get travel insurance for my upcoming safari vacation?” For big trips like safaris, when you spend a lot, insurance can be a good idea. And when you get insurance, make sure it’s from an independent company, not the travel company you bought your vacation from. Among the [...]
Taking the Kids: How to Make Sure Mom Gets a Break on Vacation
We made fun of my sister mercilessly — behind her back, of course. That’s because when my sister Amy’s three kids were little, she wouldn’t go anywhere on vacation — to the beach, the ski slopes, even across the country to visit the family — without a sitter to help. So indulgent, we all said [...]
Sleep Cheap in London, Despite the Currency
The British pound may be hitting record highs against the dollar, but it’s still possible to get a reasonably-priced place to stay, even in London. And even in some of London’s swankiest districts, you can still find relatively affordable lodging.
What If You Don’t Spa?
If you’re sharing this Mother’s Day with mom or the kids, why not skip the traditional pedicures and facials and try out something unexpected and inspiring? We’ve compiled a few weekend trip ideas to bring your family together, whether it is just you and mom or a girlfriend group getaway. Who knows, maybe an adventurous [...]
Europe’s Small Airport Connections
Low-cost airlines have revolutionized air travel in Europe, even if they haven’t quite done that in the US. Here’s what that means for you. In Europe nowadays, you don’t have to fly between big cities, you can often find plenty of affordable flights directly into smaller towns–or even between small towns. Small airports like Limoges, [...]
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