Author:
Jonathan Golicz
By Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com | May 12, 2015
Packing last minute - every guy has been guilty of it at least once and the majority of us won't even deny it. The result is usually one of three things:
1. We run around frantically throwing things into a suitcase
2. We forget something that we absolutely cannot forget, like a wallet or passport
3. All of the above
Being a seasoned traveler, I've ...
By Charles McCool, McCoolTravel.com | May 11, 2015
Cruises are popular vacations because it allows you to visit a different destination every day (without daily packing and unpacking) and rates are generally inclusive (includes lodging, meals, entertainment, etc.). While shopping for your first cruise, consider these 5 factors!
Cruise Line
Cruise lines spend a fortune in advertising and promotion to ...
By Charles McCool, McCoolTravel.com | May 8, 2015
When you hear "Miami," you probably immediately think of sun, fun, glitz and glamour. Miami is a vibrant and tropical metropolis with something for everyone. Here are some places not usually highlighted in travel guides.
Schnebly Redland's Winery
Do a tasting at the southernmost winery in the United States and sample unique wines made from mango, ...
By Alan Feldstein, Infinite Safari Adventures | May 6, 2015
Last year someone called me and when I answered the phone she was in tears. She had simply become overwhelmed in trying to plan their African safari - where to go, when to go and most importantly, which safari company to go with. I told her to take a deep breath and tell me what was the most important thing to her. She told me she loved ...
By Caroline Morse, SmarterTravel.com | May 5, 2015
While you're traveling, you're guaranteed to come in contact with numerous forms of bacteria and grime. From airport bathrooms, to hotel lobby bars and airplane tray tables, it's almost impossible to escape the grunge. So what can you do to prevent picking up some of these nasty germs? Wherever you travel, make sure you have the following nine items to ...
By Alan Feldstein, Owner, Infinite Safaris | May 4, 2015
Part of the excitement of going on safari is being out in the bush amongst wildlife that is truly wild. We all want the safari experience, but we also want (OK I will speak for myself) a bed, hot shower and a toilet that flushes. So where will you be staying when you go on safari?
Many Types of Safari Tents
There are several types of ...
By Patricia Schultz, Author, "1,000 Places to See Before You Die" | April 30, 2015
There is something inherently special about islands. The conventional image of a sandy palm-tree studded atoll is but one of countless interpretations, and I for one, am as drawn to temperate destinations (the San Juan Island of Washington, Scotland's Hebridges) as I am to tropical (the Galapagos, the Maldives, French ...
By Alan Feldsetin, Owner, Infinite Safaris | April 29, 2015
You have decided to take that dream African wildlife safari.You have chosen the part of the continent where you want to go. Now comes the big question - when is the best time to go on safari?
I get asked that question more than any other. To start, I answer the question by first finding when is not the best time to go on safari.
Consider ...
By Caroline Costello, SmarterTravel.com | April 27, 2015
The infamous checklist - we all make them in one form or another. As a traveler, it's essential to use a travel checklist to ensure that you have everything you need before you leave for that dream vacation. Create peace of mind at the beginning of your adventure by checking off the following tasks before you leave.
Check the Weather
Download ...
By Josh Roberts, SmarterTravel.com | April 10, 2015
As every seasoned traveler knows, traveling on a budget doesn't always mean traveling "cheap" - they're just good at stretching each and every dollar. Below you'll find the top tips that everyone traveling on a budget should know about to avoid skimping where it counts!
Walk Everywhere
Immerse yourself in your new surroundings by walking everywhere. ...
