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Jonathan Golicz
HomeExchange.com | April 8, 2015
Home sharing is a trend in the travel industry that's quickly gaining attention and leading the way is HomeExchange.com. We had the chance to sit down with Jim Pickell, President of HomeExchange.com.
First, Jim explains what sets HomeExchange.com apart from other lodging suppliers. With 65,000 listed homes in 150 countries, there's something for everyone. "The concept ...
By Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com | April 7, 2015
The perfect way to reinvent your next vacation is by taking on one of the year's hottest travel trends - immersive travel. It offers travelers the chance to get to know a destination and its way of life by combining the novelty of new experiences and actual skill building.
Although immersive travel can allow you to be a part of something you love ...
1000TravelTips sits down with Jim Pickell of HomeExchange.com as he gives you the information you need to use home sharing on your next vacation. For more information, visit their website!
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By John Golicz | April 1, 2015
Currently, one of the travel industry's hottest trends is the rise of vacation rental sites. Although popular sites such as Airbnb and HomeAway.com offer today's travelers a cost efficient and more comfortable lodging option, they don't always provide the necessary amenities needed for families with children or luxury seeking jet-setters. Below, you'll find a couple of my ...
By TripleLights.com | March 30, 2015
What to Bring
Picnic Mat
“100 Yen Shops” are your best bet to find generic picnic mats. For higher quality products, head to Don Quixote.
Paper Cups, Plates and Disposable Chopsticks
Planning on holding a potluck? Disposable utensils and plates are a must have to share food with your friends and family.
Plastic Cups & Wine Glasses
No picnic is complete ...
By Angel Castellanos, America's Newest Travel Expert | March 26, 2015
Italy is America's favorite travel destination with an overwhelming 46 million people visiting Italy in 2012. With Americans having the shortest vacation time in the Western world, it's important to make the most of your time and money while on holiday, especially in Italy. If you can avoid Italy during the peak summer months, you will ...
By TripleLights.com | March 24, 2015
Vending machines are becoming a large part of Japanese culture due to their convenience and speed, which compliments the typical on-the-go Japanese citizen. Foreigners who are not accustomed to this kind of culture could tend to find this trend disturbing, but believe it or not, the Japanese use vending machines for almost everything!
1. Sunny Side Up or ...
By Rick Steves | March 19, 2015
Europe is every bit as magical as ever, and with the Euro sliding closer and closer to the same price as the U.S. dollar, there is no better time than now to go. Use my top ten Europe money-saving tips to make your European adventure one to remember!
1. B&B's offer double the warmth and cultural intimacy for half the price of a hotel. You'll find them in most ...
By Rania Kfuri | March 17, 2015
With summer right around the corner, many families will be traveling with their infant for the first time. The better your attitude is from the start of the trip, the more positive your experience will be. Here are some things to keep in mind before you go, so you can stay relaxed and be better prepared for your next trip!
Stay Organized
If you don't have a Free Like ...
By Christopher Elliot | March 16, 2015 | Elliott.org
Online review sites offer what appears to be helpful information. But it's not always reliable.
In December of 2014, Italian authorities fined TripAdvisor $600,000 for failing to adopt controls to prevent false reviews, while at the same time promoting the site's content as "authentic and genuine."
Still, you shouldn't write off every online ...
