I’m a huge advocate for purchasing Travelers Insurance. It’s a great thing to have, and hopefully, you won’t have to use it, but if you do, it’s important to make sure your claim is not denied. When an incident occurs, be present of mind and keep a record of your experiences and transactions. That includes...
As I look around when I travel I can tell that most people don’t consider airport security when they get dressed for the airport. If you don’t, smile – you’re that person who is holding up the line. To avoid being that person, here is a list of things to not wear through airport security....
Traveling With a group has many benefits like better pricing, more included items, group activities and meeting new people, however there are questions you should ask yourself before taking a group trip. One is, “Is Group Travel For Me? And the other is “Am I cut out for Group Travel? You may be thinking these...
I’ve been leading groups around the world for more than twenty years. While I’ve always known the beauty of group travel, I was reminded of it on my most recent trip to Switzerland. We took a day trip to Chamonix to visit Mont Blanc. Our day was planned to ascend to the top of the...
Why is overhead bin space so limited? I have a couple of questions about it like, with the introduction of basic economy fares which prohibit the use of overhead bins, why are the overhead bins so full? And, if you have a regular economy ticket, are you guaranteed overhead bin space even on full flights?...
I’ve been getting a lot of questions about whether or not to buy an annual travelers insurance policy? The simple answer is, it can be economical if you are a frequent traveler. That answer is supplemented with know the terms, how to use it and compare, compare, compare before you buy. An annual travelers insurance...
I would often take my camera and never take pictures or take a few and never use them. Since the advent of smartphones, I take photos all the time and I’ve gotten good at it. And, the smartphone cameras are getting so much better, especially in Samsung, sorry iPhone. Below is Traveling Culturati’ guide to taking...
One of the most asked questions regarding Frequent Flier Programs is, “How do I avoid losing my miles? It’s important to know that all Frequent Flier Programs have rules and regulations on using the miles you’ve accumulated and the life of your miles. While they differ by airline, there are some similarities. And one is...
Want to add a little adventure to your next destination? Consider a self-guided tour. This goes for sites, museums, city and, neighborhood. You could make it up as you go along or you can make it as organized as if you had a tour guide. The first thing is to do your research, make sure you...
Traveling in the winter months to, from or through destinations with winter weather conditions can wreak havoc on your schedule and add stress to your overall travel experience. While we can’t eliminate the weather conditions, we can make some adjustments to minimize the stress and manage some of the factors that can cause stress and...
