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Have Fun While Having Car Travel by Susan Wong

admin writes, "It is fun when you are taking road trips. Even the gasoline's price is keeping rising, families are still taking road trips. Or maybe because of the higher air fares caused by higher gas prices, people are opting to take more trips by car. Kids get bored riding in the car. If the children are bored, they start to pick on each other or insist on asking the dreaded, "Are We There Yet?" question that all drivers love to hear every 10 minutes. Below are some suggestions to keep your ride fun and most importantly, peaceful!"

Posted on Feb 19, 2006 10:15am. (Read More... | 2183 bytes more)

Disneyworld - How to Budget Your Way to a Fun Trip by John Murray

admin writes, "Whether Disneyworld is your family's favorite vacation destination or one you are looking forward to visiting for the first time, planning ahead can be the key to a successful and affordable trip. There are plenty of ways to investigate your options ahead of time, online or through a travel agent, in order to figure out what will work best for you and your family. Some of your bigger costs, such as transportation and accommodation will vary by season, so it is worth looking into how much you can save by traveling during a non-peak period. Hotels commonly charge at least $40 more per night during the holidays compared to value season rates, which adds up over the course of a week. "

Posted on Feb 19, 2006 10:12am. (Read More... | 2107 bytes more)

Traveling With Pets by Dana Goldberg

admin writes, "Sometime things happen and you need to leave right away. If you have pets, this can cause a major problem. What if no one is available to watch your pet? If you don't want to leave you pet at a shady kennel where most dogs are kept in cages, you can simply take them with you; it's easier than you would ever imagine. "

Posted on Feb 19, 2006 10:10am. (Read More... | 1816 bytes more)

Travel Insurance - Don't Go Abroad Without It by David Chandler

admin writes, "Your choice of a travel insurance policy is probably the most important decision you will make in planning your holiday. You will enjoy peace of mind on your vacation knowing that any unforeseen circumstances, such as a hospital stay due to sickness or accident will be taken care of. In addition, while many travelers have health insurance, it sometimes does not cover them outside of their network or outside of the United States. Most medical plans will not cover medical expenses abroad, which is why travel insurance coverage is vital to avoid financial disaster. Always check the details of your insurance coverage before you travel. Additionally, with out the proper medical insurance, you will not have a say on where you will be treated if you were in an accident. "

Posted on Feb 19, 2006 10:09am. (Read More... | 1595 bytes more)

Top 10 Tips For Taking Road Trips With Kids by Kat Saveal

admin writes, "Like many other families, our family takes a number of road trips each year. We have three beautiful young daughters and people often say to me "How can you stand to take road trips with young kids?" In fact, I love taking road trips. I now prefer them to traveling by plane. Here are my top 10 tips for having a fun and non-stressful driving vacation. 1. Leave early in the morning, before Breakfast. This way you can get a few hours under your belt while the kids (hopefully) sleep in the car. Then stop for breakfast."

Posted on Jan 21, 2006 08:49am. (Read More... | 2528 bytes more)

Why a cruise is such a good budget vacation by Tony Robinson

admin writes, "When many people picture a budget vacation, they picture an intrepid traveler in a roach infested hotel room eating stale sandwiches and riding around on the city bus. However, one of the best ways to save money on a vacation is also one of the most luxurious and most exciting - the cruise ship. Cruise ship vacations are actually one of the most affordable ways to travel almost anywhere in the world, from the glaciers of Alaska to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. "

Posted on Jan 21, 2006 07:49am. (Read More... | 2531 bytes more)

Travel Tips by Steve Gillman

admin writes, "There are common sense travel tips, like "Check at least three web sites to get the best deal on plane tickets." Then there are the tips that are more along the line of "secrets." These are the little-known tricks learned by experience. Here are some of the best of those. Cheap Travel Tips "

Posted on Jan 21, 2006 07:44am. (Read More... | 3501 bytes more)