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14 Travel Apps you need for 2016
John Golicz, Executive Editor, 1000TravelTips.com in collaboration with Fast Cover | December 3, 2015
We are living in a time when travel essentials, from travel planners and itineraries to maps and guides, are all storable in pocket-sized smartphones. Over the past decade or so, developers have designed numerous travel apps to make traveling simpler. “There’s no longer a need to carry maps the size of ...
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 ...
John Golicz, Executive Editor, 1000TravelTips.com | November 4, 2015
Cruises are not what they used to be. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all cruising mentality, replaced by specialty cruises, small ships and other specialties to suit every traveler’s need.
It can be tough to navigate this new cruise world, so the knowledgeable editors at Cruise Critic compiled their “best” list of cruises.
Best New ...
Olivia Briggs, SmarterTravel.com | November 3, 2015
Read Reviews
Vacation rentals, like those found on Airbnb, are a rising trend in the travel industry mainly because they offer better amenities and more space than a typical hotel room, but they also don’t need to adhere to the same standards that hotels do. Read the reviews from previous guests before booking, even if this is your dream vacation home. ...
At one time you wouldn't dream of hitting the road without a map, guidebook and Swiss Army Knife. Today's travelers (gay or straight) need smarter tech. And they need power. ManAboutWorld canvassed its frequent-traveling correspondents and contributors who have road-tested a slew of travel tech and smartphone apps that will enhance your travel experience from before you set out to after you've reached your ...
By John Golicz, Executive Editor, 1000TravelTips.com | July 13, 2015
Ever wonder what your favorite travel celebrities' top travel tips are? We picked out the top 10!
Samantha Brown On Traveling Abroad for the First Time
"My number one tip for people traveling abroad for the first time - don't over plan! There are so many things to do. There are monuments, museums, castles and cathedrals to see ...
By Ed Perkins, Smarter Travel | July 2, 2015
For certain vacations, travel insurance is pointless, for others it’s essential. Determining whether you should purchase travel insurance for your trip all comes down to risk. The best way to determine the value is assess the risk with some of the most frequent types of travel insurance.
Loss of Deposits
Taking a cruise, booking a vacation package, tour, ...
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 ...
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 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 ...
