Spring Break should be a time for students to go out and have fun with their friends and get a bit of rest in the middle of a hard semester. But embarking on this trip irresponsibly can leave students financially handicapped for the future. It is important to enjoy your time, but it is also [...]
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Before it’s too windy…
Now is a great time to visit all those colder locales before they become unbearably bitter. If you’ve been thinking about visiting Chicago, taking advantage of this mild autumn before it swiftly develops into a beast of a winter (as it always seems to do too quickly) might make an experience of this great city [...]
Wild Adventure Made Doable
For many the idea of traveling around Africa seeing multiple cultural centers, wildlife and natural attractions, and partaking in spontaneous adventures has never passed the imagination phase. For such a distant, inaccessible destination the idea of coordinating multiple excursions in one trip is daunting and may even seem utterly impossible. If only all of these [...]
Turkey during turkey month?
Turkey is a country that has a unique culture at an important point in its history, facing questions of religious and regional identity. Although it has always been an exotic, beautiful, somewhat off-the-beaten-path alluring destination, this time of sweeping change makes Turkey an even more exciting place to be right now. The timing works out [...]
Best Surfing Spots in Hawaii
When most people think of Hawaii, they probably think of surfing, and justifiably so. The state is arguably home to the best surfing on the planet, and when the pounding surf is paired with beautiful white-sand beaches and a lush, green landscape, it is almost impossible to resist. Of all the islands, Oahu, Maui and [...]
Subprime Problems vs. Labor Day Travel
For those thinking of traveling abroad this Labor Day weekend, the problems with subprime lending may serve to keep you grounded. The downturn in the US economy, mainly as a result of the housing recession will cause many people to change their minds about that vacation. But those that do venture abroad will find things [...]
Great Travel Deals: 7-Day Adventure in Alaska for $995
Experience the Alaskan wilderness! Take advantage of this special offer from Green Earth Travel and explore the Kenai Peninsula and Denali National Park for just $995 per person, for selected dates throughout August. The trip features a five-night stay in a deluxe camping and one night stay at a hotel or lodge. The package also [...]
Chat for Cheaper While Abroad
Affordable outgoing and incoming calls while abroad are no longer just a traveler’s dream, with the National Geographic Talk Abroad Travel Phone. Having a mobile phone while traveling is not just a question of convenience; it is also a matter of safety. Expensive rates and little or no technical support, however, have been discouraging the [...]
Great Travel Deals: Mandarin Oriental Miami for Unbeatable $189/night!
Looking for a luxurious getaway? Check out this amazing deal announced by Expedia.com! Through Expedia.com, you can stay at the Miami branch of the world-renowned Mandarin Oriental hotel-chain for just $189 per night, per person. This is a very special offer, since due to its increasing popularity and a growing recognition Mandarin Oriental only rarely [...]
Keep Your Frequent-Flier Miles Alive!
Your frequent-flier miles may expire sooner than you thought! Airline companies have recently announced a change in policies concerning their frequent flier programs. Many of the major U.S. airlines are changing the period of time for which your frequent flier miles may remain inactive. US Airways have decreased the length of the expiration period for [...]
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