Carry-on luggage is the root of a lot of stress in travel these days. Hidden liquids and oddly shaped items can cause holdups at TSA checkpoints; you have to keep an eye on your bag at all times; and, of course, the melee during boarding is almost always caused by that sticky, tricky, age-old question: […]
If your image of flight attendants is one of “sky waitress,” think again. Even though many people unfortunately think of flight attendants as airborne waitstaff, the truth is that serving food and snacks is not the most important part of the job. The most important aspect of a flight attendant’s job: your safety. A recent […]
It’s the dream of many retirees to travel more once they finally leave the workforce, and it looks like it’s happening. A recent article in the Huffington Post discusses the “booming” market as an aging population with expendable income is on the move. They’re going by themselves, they’re going to warmer climates, they’re going more […]
Maybe you’ve never thought of this, until right this very second (you’re welcome): what happens to all the microbes, germs, and general dirt that we get on our clothes while we travel? Especially when you put your dirty clothes into your suitcase for your return trip? Do the germs evaporate? Remain on your clothes? Or […]
A few years ago, I went on my first all-inclusive vacation. I just wanted to get away and have the luxury of not thinking about anything once I arrived. Mission accomplished! It was nice knowing all my meals, my drinks, and my activities were covered by the package deal. The Tamassa All-Inclusive Hotel in Mauritius […]