Travel Tips
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There’s Strength in Numbers
Benefits of Group Travel You’ve heard the old quote…”There is strength in numbers”. Well, there is also a lot of fun in numbers, especially when you travel with like-minded and fun- seeking friends and family members. Unless you are planning a honeymoon, anniversary trip, or simply a romantic getaway for two, you might want to consider asking a few friends or family members to join you on your next vacation. Here are several reasons why it can really enhance your experience: When a work-related group, such as an Accounting firm, gets away from the stresses of the office at the end of tax season, they get the chance to…
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The 10 Worst Mistakes You Can Make On A Cruise
Not arriving at your departure port the day BEFORE your cruise. So much can go wrong with airport delays, interstate traffic, cancelled flights, etc. Isn’t it worth the cost of a hotel room to know for sure that you will be boarding that ship before the crowds? Getting drunk No one enjoys having an obnoxious drunk by them on the lido deck or at their dinner table. Just because you CAN drink a bucket of beer before lunch doesn’t mean you SHOULD. New beverage packages make it even more tempting to over-drink. Pace yourself! Your body will thank you later! Cruising without travel insurance Cruising without travel insurance is like…
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Is Your Passport Up to Date?
Who needs a passport? The US Department of State website is the official source for US passport information. You may have questions similar to the more popular ones I am asked by my Clients and reprinted below. However please refer to the Government website for official answers to specific questions. Who needs a passport? Everyone who flies out of the USA needs a passport book. This includes children and infants. A drivers license is not acceptable, no matter what your best friend says. Don’t let your vacation be ruined by being denied boarding at the airport. This is not a new policy; it has been in place for many years. It is your responsibility to…
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Are You Packing Light?
Are you over-packing but you can’t help yourself? I recently met Sharika and she has a formula to avoid this condition that can frequently break your back and you pocketbook (over weight charges and more) Share your tips to avoid over packing in the comments? http://Pinterest.com/travelwitheva for more travel tips Here’s another brief video that from Travel Noire. It’s 1:48 and looks at packing a carry on from another perceptive. Subscribe, share your favorite packing tip in the comments below. Which tip do you think you will use in the future? Eva Jordan-Johnson Owner/Group Travel Event Consultant, Jordan Travel Enterprise, P.O. box 37, Oakland, Florida 34760 407 924-2760 http://jordantravelenterprise.com and …
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What Not to Wear: On Your Next Flight
This is the TSA Edition When it comes to passing security, clothing can slow you down. Some accessories sound alarms; others merely look suspicious. To ensure smooth travels through Transportation Security Administration airport screening lanes, consider nixing these from your travel outfit. Loose Dresses, Skirts and Shirts This includes maxi dresses and skirts. They’re dang comfortable and look pretty classy, but … What are you hiding under there? Bulky Pullovers Jackets and bulky pullovers are one and the same to TSA agents. You’ll either have to remove them, or be patted down. Bobby Pins A few bobby pins tucking your hair in place is OK, but too many could set…
