According to the Chicago Tribune, expediting passports may soon be a thing of the past. With the increase of passport applications after 9/11, and new laws stating that crossing any country boarder (including Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean) now requires a passport, the State Department is overwhelmed with passport processing. So overwhelmed, in fact, that [...]
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 [...]
Traveling By Air? Be prepared to wait.
Flying, it seems, is becoming less a question of convenience and more a question of patience and good nerves. U.S. airline delays have apparently soared up to a 13-year high, according to a New York Times report. And things are expected to get worse. According to data provided by the Department of Transportation, U.S. Airlines’ [...]
Tourism News – Midwest
Denver Business Journal stated this week that the Dollar and Thrifty rental-car services around Denver, Colorado are starting to offer services where car renters can pay a fee up front to cover toll payments on the E-470 and surrounding toll routes (though the Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group is actually based in Tulsa, Oklahoma). The service [...]
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 [...]
Great Summer Deals: Save Up to 55% at a Luxurious Resort in Jamaica
Planning a fall or winter vacation? Then here’s the deal you’ve been waiting for! Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach and Villa Resort in Jamaica offers amazing savings that apply to the travel dates between October 1 and December 26. With the resort’s incredible deal, you can save up to 55% off the regular price of [...]
5 Ultimate Road Trips
The U.S. road trips sure are an American classic, but have you considered experiencing your travels abroad from the driver’s seat? Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for the unrestricted speed limits on the German Autobahn, the jaw-dropping scenery of the northern loop of the Peloponnese, and spontaneous croissant breaks on the way. Here are [...]
Great Travel Deals: Dominican Republic All-Inclusive from $499
Get ready for a relaxing autumn trip to the Dominican Republic! For a package price, beginning at $499/person, the TravelByJen.com offers a roundtrip airfare from the departure city of choice, roundtrip transfers from and to the airport, 7 nights in a hotel at the Barcelo Talanquera beach resert with a possibility to upgrade to the [...]
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