04/03/2010 by Heather
Traveling to Greece is something that a lot of people dream of doing. Greece is one of those elegant places that so many people dream of living or at the very least visiting and I can tell you for sure, that there are some tips and tricks that you are going to want to follow whenever you travel to Greece – especially via air.
Firstly, you want to make sure that you are flying on Eleftherios Venizelos. This is by far the best airline to fly right into Athens and it is one of those airlines that is designed to make sure that you get there safely and in a timely fashion.
Eleftherios Venizelos also has a bunch of direct flights, which is honestly the best way to go whenever you are flying international.
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03/19/2010 by Heather
If you are an avid traveler, there are a ton of different things that you have to deal with. To be perfectly honest, if you travel a lot out of the country or at least out of the time zone that you are used to, you probably have a very hard time dealing with jet lag – however, I have some tips and tricks to help you deal with it!
For one, you want to make sure that you drink plenty of water! You all know that the airplanes are very, very dry and you want to keep the water coming. it is honestly even in a good idea to bring a small spray bottle of water to keep your skin hydrated, especially when you are on a long flight.
You also want to avoid drinking alcohol, as that can certainly weigh you down and can definitely hurt you more than help you.
Tags: jet lag, lag, surviving jet lag, tips for traveling, traveling, traveling tips
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02/27/2010 by Heather
By far, one of the most popular places to go whenever you are looking to go on a vacation is Las Vegas. Well, with so many new and different hotels opening up in Vegas, it can be difficult to keep tabs on which ones are the best and which ones you might want to stay at. Well, that is what we are here for!
By far, one of the most popular hotels in the world seems to be Treasure Island. The reason for it is because this particular hotel is so pirate themed and is ideal for families or if you are traveling alone. The next hotel on the list is the Palms Casino Resort.
At the Palms, there are a ton of different rooms that have different themes and all of them look absolutely incredible!
Tags: las vegas vacations, spring break, spring break vacations, vegas, vegas vacations
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02/13/2010 by Heather
Okay, so this is something that outrages me, this weekend – this particular weekend, Kevin Smith. Kevin friggin’ smith actually got kicked off of a Southwest flight because they said that he was too fat to fly. Is that true? Is he really too fat to fly? Even though he could lower the armrests all the way down and buckle his seatbelt all the way down, they still kicked him off of the flight.
Of course, Kevin Smith took offense to this and he of course – of, friggin’, course he tweeted about it and that, alone caused a lot of outraged fans, which of course made Southwest look bad.
Although the airline apologized, I still think that I will not be flying on Southwest … ever.
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01/25/2010 by Heather
Ready for a walk on the wild side? Awesome! Then you need to begin in Ko Tao, which is in Thailand. The home of amazing landscapes of a verdant green and the opportunities to dive face to face with some seriously gorgeous marine life, this is definitely where you want to be. This island has its share of exotic wildlife as well. It is like camping out near the ocean, with just enough resort inspired luxuries to make you feel at home.
Or what about the town of Nam Ha, in Laos? You might not think of going there on a vacation, but you better start! The place is filled to the brim with culture and you can enjoy an authentic trip by actually staying with the local families, and allowing them to take you on tours of their homes and the jungles surrounding them.
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01/02/2010 by Heather
We all know what happens when you check into a hotel room and all of a sudden – it is very loud right across the way. Usually, when you are dealing with something loud in the room next or across from you, a live body is in there, for this one hotel in Oklahoma City that is not always the case.
The Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City is actually one of those hotels that have this particular problem and the reason for it is because guests that stay here … likes to stay here even in death. Ghosts are what roam the halls and rooms in this particular hotel.
So if you are looking for a hotel that is not only beautiful … but haunted, the beautiful Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City is the place for you!
Tags: ghosts, haunting, Hotels, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma City Hotel, taking a vacation, vacations
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12/26/2009 by Heather
Although this particular picture might not be the prettiest thing in the world, Kayak.com and their blog have reported that finally – they have found WiFi – for free on a flight! They took a flight from Washington DC to SFO and it was a Virgin American flight – which is the best airline in the world of course.
Usually, when you are in the airport, you have free Wi-Fi, but I can tell you for sure that on the plane, you usually do not have free Wi-Fi, until now. Virgin Airlines is the first airline to actually get Wi-Fi and I can tell you for sure that it is awesome.
Whether you just want to update your Facebook status or you are looking to check your e-mail – having on-flight internet is awesome!
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11/28/2009 by Heather
When it comes to flying for a funeral, I can tell you that there are many things that are probably going through your mind and the last thing that you want to think about is the price of airfare. The unexpected happens and I can tell you that when you are already going through a troubled time, just getting home is something that you want to be doing. Well, the airlines understand that and I can tell you that they are actually offering up bereavement fares nowadays.
What you can expect is that you will have to discuss your current situation with the airline though, most of them are more than willing to help you but you want to make sure that they know exactly why you are flying so that they can make it as painless and as easy as possible.
A lot of the time, you can actually find yourself a cheaper airfare if you let them know that you are flying for bereavement.
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11/19/2009 by Heather
When you go to Vegas, what is usually the first thing that you think about? Well – for me, it is usually the strip, however have you ever ventured off of the strip and seen life outside of the Vegas strip? I have and I have to tell you that it is absolutely beautiful. Las Vegas is the place for nightlife, but I have to tell you that if you are looking for some outdoor activities, this is the place for you.
The first place that you should visit is the Hoover Dam. It is absolutely beautiful and certainly the top attraction … even if you do not like dams all that much. It is a little more than a half hour from the strip and the tour is actually … awesome.
On the way to the Hoover Dam, you can actually stop by and check out things like Boulder City’s State Railroad Museum as well as the Hemenway Valley Park.
Tags: Las Vegas, outdoor vacations, vacations, vegas vacations
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11/04/2009 by ETB
You have read the question and you have read the answer. It will always be a “Yes” when asked if renting an exotic sports car in Las Vegas is worth the money. The Sin City is all about how you roll and spend your money. It is about your style. It is about hard you play and have fun.
Las Vegas is the entertainment capital of the world and it lives up to its name by having the most extravagant hotels, most wonderful casinos, gorgeous people, and the hottest rides everyday and every night.
Prepare for your trip and make sure you book your accommodation into the best hotel that your budget can get you in. Know the places that you want to check out like the casinos, bars, and other hot spots in the Strip.
Do you think this is the Las Vegas way of fun? Definitely and you don’t want to cruise along the most hip avenues in the world in your everyday four door sedan or family wagon. You need to do it in style. Renting an exotic sports car in Las Vegas is worth your money.
Speed away to your next Las Vegas travel destination in style with the coolest exotic sports car that you can afford. You don’t have to buy one and that’s that greatest part of it. Car rental companies line the roads to give you an opportunity to make the best out of your stay in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Aston Martin. Name it and the keys will be given to you.
Tags: Las Vegas, Rental Cars, United States
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Traveling to Greece is something that a lot of people dream of doing. Greece is one of those elegant places that so many people dream of living or at the very least visiting and I can tell you for sure, that there are some tips and tricks that you are going to want to follow whenever you travel to Greece – especially via air.
