Lots! The powers that be at Disney know that their success lies in reinventing themselves without abandoning traditional characters and attractions. With that in mind, Disney is going all out with lots of park improvements taking place from 2011 – 2013. These improvements are in celebration of Disney’s 40th anniversary, which took place in October [...]
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Credit cards are great because you don’t have to carry large sums of cash and there is consumer protection if lost or stolen. So, they are the best way to pay for purchases during your travels. However, there are some caveats: *The card may not be accepted everywhere so be sure to take a widely [...]
There are so many ways to save money on travel that I wrote a comprehensive reference, The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel: Save Up to 90% on Lodging, Flights, Tours, Cruises, and More! The book addresses every aspect of travel so it covers alot of ground. Here are just a few money-saving tips and resources that you’ll find [...]
There are lots of things to consider. First, what kind of vacation will it be? A family vacation? A romantic getaway? A cruise or resort stay? Active or pure relaxation? Does the resort have what you want, such as nightlife, casino, first class dining options, and spa? Or would you prefer to pay less and [...]
1. Plan in advance. Snag online deals. Search “Disney Family Vacation Deals.” Disney is expensive, so go when the deals are offered! Never go at peak times, which are summer and holidays. The crowds are terrible and there will be no deals. 2. Bring everything you can, such as flip flops, sunscreen, sodas, and hats. [...]
1. Holiday trip: CHRISTKINDLMARKT (Christmas Market) in Munich, Germany is one of the biggest and best yuletide celebrations in the world. Visitors will find beautiful handmade ornaments, crèche dolls, wooden toys, ornate candles and more. Seasonal activities, such as concerts and tree lightings, are abundant. www.muenchen-tourist.de. Another big festival held in Munich, OKTOBERFEST, is the [...]
Busch Gardens and WaterPark USA (Tampa, FL and Williamsburg, VA), www.buschgardens.com. Busch Gardens has dozens of rides, attractions, concessions, shows, and shops. DisneyWorld (Orlando, FL), www.disneyworld.disney.go.com and Disneyland (Anaheim, CA), www.disneyland.disney.go.com. Arguably, these are the most popular theme parks in America. With so much to offer, it is no wonder! There are several different theme [...]
Try to capture real people rather than typical tourist poses and places. Whether you’re using a smartphone or a camera, there are some things to keep in mind if you want to bring home the best travel photos. Shoot from different angles to get the best photo. You may think you have a decent photo until you [...]
Passport and Visa information: www.travel.state.gov/passport Trip planning: www.tripadvisor.com Independent travel: www.independenttraveler.com Travel Advisories: www.travel.state.gov/travel_warnings.html To Find a Travel Agent: www.astanet.com For information on Cruises: www.clia.org For weather reports worldwide: www.weather.com Inoculations and Health Warnings: www.cdc.gov Travel and Tourism Sites for U.S. states and territories: www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel_Tourism/State_Tourism For hundreds of travel planning tips and resources, check out [...]
Las Vegas (Nevada), www.lasvegastourism.com National Mall (Washington, DC), www.mustseewashingtondc.com/attractions/national-mall.html DisneyWorld (FL) and Disneyland (CA): both average 15 – 17 million visitors a year), www.disneyworld.disney.go.com and www.disneyworld.disney.go.com Times Square (New York City), www.mustseenewyork.com/attractions/times-square.html Lake Mead Recreation Area (Arizona-Nevada), www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/nearbyattractions.htm Fisherman’s Wharf and Golden Gate Recreation Area (San Francisco, CA), www.fishermanswharf.org Great Smoky Mountains [...]
