Archive for Category: "Know Before You Go"
Know Before You Go: How to Cruise Safely
There’s no question the cruise industry is having a rough couple months, especially Carnival Cruises. But it’s not worth abandoning cruising based on a few isolated incidents. Let’s talk about the facts and not about fear. Cruising remains an incredibly safe operation. In 2011, 20 million global passengers took a cruise. Outside the Costa Concordia in [...]
Know Before You Go: The Best Travel Apps & Technology
Technology has always been an essential part of our Know Before You Go series. We’ve talked about travel apps, luggage, websites, gadgets, and gear. But, it’s not just about finding the best travel tools, it’s figuring out the best way to use them. This week, SXSW highlighted some exciting new technology that will hit the [...]
Know Before You Go: How to Travel with Your Pet
Traveling with your pet can be stressful for both of you, but it doesn’t always have to be. Proper information and preparation can go along way toward having a seamless journey with your dog or cat. Know Before You Go Contributor Alyssa Caverley and her traveling dog, Benji, share their tips for traveling together. Watch [...]
Know Before You Go: How to Avoid Spring Break Mistakes
Let’s face it, college spring break is a breeding ground for rookie travel mistakes: rip-off packages, questionable accommodations and, of course, the inevitable bad behavior. Yes, there are alternatives to spring break, but if you want to have the complete experience with cheap hotels and 48-hour-long parties, there is a way to travel smart. Alyssa [...]
Know Before You Go: How to Avoid Airline, Cruise & Hotel Fees
All too often, you come back home from a trip with a credit card bill that is much bigger than you expected. What’s to blame? Unanticipated fees and hidden costs. In 2012, airline fees alone generated $36 billion worldwide. And there are also hotel, cruise and international travel fees. This week, Correspondent Alyssa Caverley offers [...]
Know Before You Go: How to Travel Solo
You don’t always need a companion to go on your dream trip. On the surface, it may seem like the travel industry is not entirely welcoming to single travelers. If you opt for a package program, there are sometimes prohibitive single supplement fees. But, there are some great benefits to getting out their own your [...]
Know Before You Go: Travel Style and Beauty Essentials
Believe it or not, everything you need to look good on the road can actually fit in one small bag. From wardrobe to makeup to hair styling, smart packing techniques can transform your travel and your appearance. Looking your best on the road all comes down to maximizing your space and figuring out your beauty [...]
Know Before You Go: How to Prevent & Recover Lost Luggage
Peter likes to say there are two kinds of bags: carry-on and lost. Yes, shipping a bag can be an easy solution, but it’s not the only option. These days, technology has evolved. From a special feature in an airline app to a specialized GPS tracker, there are new tools to help you track your [...]
