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Volunteer Trips for 2016
Olivia Briggs, SmarterTravel.com | January 27, 2016
Work on an Organic Farm
Truly make a real difference by contributing to sustainable initiatives that affect food and agriculture in a community as a volunteer with World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF). They have programs available on organic farms in over 100 countries. As a volunteer, you'll work four to six ...
Caroline Morse, SmarterTravel.com | January 15, 2016
Few things are as bad as bedbugs. These microscopic creatures can instantly ruin your vacation and cause you serious financial and mental trouble after the fact.
As soon as you arrive at your hotel room, drop your suitcase in a safe location such as the bathroom where tile surfaces make it hard for bedbugs to hide. If they came in on a previous ...
Jamie Ditaranto, SmarterTravel.com | January 7, 2016
Below you'll find the Top 14 places to visit in America in 2016, up first: San Diego, California 2016 marks the 100-year anniversary of the famous San Diego Zoo. Locals and visitors alike can celebrate this momentous occasion by visiting one of the Zoo’s new exhibitions or events throughout the year. San Diego will ...
Below you'll find the Top 14 places to visit in America in 2016, up first: San Diego, California 2016 marks the 100-year anniversary of the famous San Diego Zoo. Locals and visitors alike can celebrate this momentous occasion by visiting one of the Zoo’s new exhibitions or events throughout the year. San Diego will ...
Holiday Travel Splurges
Traveling can be a stressful experience at any time of the year, but holiday travel can truly test even the most patient person’s limits. Sometimes it’s worth it to spend a little extra money to ensure less stressful travels during this busy holiday season. Here are the top eight Holiday Travel Splurges worth the price.
1. Checked baggage We typically suggest ...
1. Checked baggage We typically suggest ...
Shannon McMahon, SmarterTravel.com | December 23, 2015
Almost anything can make a flight miserable but these are the 7 most annoying things that can happen during air travel and how to make them better.
1. There’s a bratty kid onboard
Remember, it typically isn’t the parents’ fault that their child is acting up on a flight. It’s not fair to be rude to them. They want to air travel, and their kids ...
Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com
1. Wroclaw, Poland
Following near destruction during World War II, this Polish city spent the following decades trying to rebuild and embrace its German, Jewish and Polish heritage. In 2016, Wroclaw is designated as the 30th annual European Capital of Culture, along with San Sebastian, Spain. Throughout the new year, Wroclaw will be one of Europe’s top cultural centers ...
Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling
Whether you’re on a busy business trip or a peaceful vacation, it’s easy to overindulge on heavy meals and not exercise. Traveling doesn’t have to mean sabotaging your otherwise healthy lifestyle, though. You can still enjoy a new culture, including local food, without losing focus on your health.
Following these simple travel tips will allow you to Stay Healthy While ...
Shannon McMahon, SmarterTravel.com | December 9, 2015
Although rare, travelers sometimes find themselves in an emergency situation abroad. Whether it be a natural disaster or an act of terrorism, here’s how to avoid emergencies while travelling abroad and what to do if you do end up in one. Unfortunately, today, there seem to be an increasing number of terrorist attacks throughout the world. When cities ...
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Ultimate Travel Tips for Traveling Abroad
Shannon McMahon, SmarterTravel.com | November 25, 2015
Planning and preparing for a trip abroad is best done ahead of time. Booking flights and accommodations, of course, are usually booked months in advance, but don’t stop there. You should spend time preparing to ensure your health, safety and financial necessities are covered while traveling.
But most of your preparation should be dedicated to ensuring ...
Carry-on Luggage Packing Tips
Packing carry-on luggage for a long flight can be a tough task. You want to pack light, but you don’t want to be mid-8-hour flight wishing you brought something. Here are 15 Carry-on Luggage Packing Tips you need to survive a long flight.
1. Reusable water bottle
The main reason people get sick on long flights is dehydration. Not only does it make you more susceptible to ...
