| Ginger snacks | 06 Feb 2008 | F. Jordan | Everywhere |
I usually pack some crystallized ginger when I travel long distances. It helps settle the stomach. Ginger tea is good too, especially if mixed with a bit of fruit tea or juice to make it taste better.... more
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| Something else to carry-on | 12 Nov 2007 | Mary | Everywhere |
If you're traveling somewhere where there is water nearby (i.e. a beach, cruise or hotel pool, etc.), make sure to pack everyone's bathing suits in their carry-on luggage. If y... more
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| Book ahead for fall in T.O. | 06 Sep 2007 | K. Oster | Canada |
Anyone going to Toronto, Ontario in September and October might want to know that those months are the busiest time of year for conventions (and the Toronto International ... more
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| Safety | 27 Aug 2007 | Maria | North America |
Going on a long drive became easy by using a GPS and All Star as a security/safety measure. Make sure that you top up your gas tank all the time so you are not stuck in a middl... more
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| awareness of local economies | 20 Aug 2007 | Susie | Mexico |
If you intend shopping in local markets for art and craft items etc please remember to keep lots of smaller denominations of notes and cash. Some stall holders would not be abl... more
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| Be Prepared Before you go! | 20 Aug 2007 | Emma | Cuba |
I am going to Cayo Coco in September 2007, my advice to you is buy a travel guide! i have read so many reviews by people who were no where near prepared for the island! It is a... more
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| women and theft | 20 Aug 2007 | pat | Saudi Arabia |
For women who will be working or living in Saudi Arabia: please be aware that theft is on the rise. Areas where women congregate (women's malls, shops, festivals) are security ... more
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| American Express Traveller's Cheques | 04 Jul 2007 | Newton Douglas | Western Europe |
It used to be that American Express Traveller's Cheques were readily accepted at not cost whenever they were cashed or used in payment. On our recent trip to Ireland and Scotla... more
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| Zamboanga Trip | 07 Jun 2007 | Willy Pacres | Philippines |
Zambaoanga City is a very peaceful town. There are now new family restaurants that are established in Pasonanca Park. I would suggest that this is only ideal for local tourists. I would not recommend ... more
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| airplane malfunction | 04 Jun 2007 | Joey | Cuba |
We were up by 6am on our last day of vacaton at our holiday resort in Varadero, Cuba. The uneventful bus ride brought us to the airport with ample time to last minute shop before boarding our plane at... more
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