Bolt Bus Reinvents Bus Travel
By Rachel – VGP Guest Blogger There are many travel options between Boston to Manhattan and as a former Boston resident I have tried most of them. My preference was always Amtrak, but for at least $100 less Bolt Bus…
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Where’s Very Good Points?
As the year draws towards an end, many are packing in last minute travel – and I’m no exception. October saw an unexpected amount of domestic travel for me with trips to Chicago, Washington DC and this week, Dallas….
Got Germs? These places & things sure do!
What are the germiest public places/things? According to Prevention Magainze these are the 8 most germiest things. You better bet I avoid them whenever possible! 1. Restaurant menus – Prevention says that cold and flu viruses can survive for 18…
#Fridaythe13th Travel Superstition & Travel Facts
Are you a superstitious person? Did you know that many people have travel superstitions? Since this is the first Friday the 13th I’ve traveled on, I thought I’d find out what superstitions people have and what interesting Friday the 13th…
My Opinion Is Better Than Your Opinion
It’s so strange to me that people in the blogging world, especially the travel/points/miles world, are so opposed to anyone expressing their personal opinions. After all, a blog is a personal weblog and hence, full of personal opinions. Everyone seems…
Using US Airways Chairman Preferred Upgrades & US Airways Automated Phone System
Those who read my blog know that I’ve been loyal to US Airways for a long, long time. Up until now, this has been the best program for me based upon my travel needs. Here’s why I made US Airways…
Arrested Abroad? You Have Rights, Usually
Every year, Americans take 60 million trips abroad (according to the US State Department). And every year, 6,000 Americans are arrested by foreign authorities 3,000 of those end up being incarcerated. The odds are slim that you’ll be arrested while traveling overseas –…
Daily Colors, Powders and Planets in Thailand
Did you know that in Thailand there’s a color for every day of the week? As you can imagine, this tradition is not as popular with young Thais, but many more traditional Thais still know the colors and when to…
Is It Safe To Travel To Thailand
A common question among people considering a visit to the land of smiles, Thailand. Is It Safe To Travel To Thailand? Whenever you travel, you have to consider your own personal safety, especially when you’re traveling abroad. Every country has it’s…
Spend 72-hours in Beijing Without A Visa!
In January of 2013 China set a new policy allowing tourists from 45 countries to visit Beijing or Shanghai for up to 72 hours without a visa. If you are transiting China, you can now add a stop-over and…
How Much Should You Tip?
Did you know that “tip” is an acronym? Do you know what “tip” stands for? Tip stands for “to insure promptness.” Today, “tip” has become synonymous with gratuity and is widely expected among those working all types of service…
Travelers to Congress: “Invest in Entry Process”
Website spotlights significant dilemma in entry procedures voiced by international travelers upon arrival at nation’s gateway airports WASHINGTON, July 31, 2013 — The U.S. Travel Association today launched “Traveler’s Voice” ( www.travelersvoice.org ) to help deliver appeals from travelers to improve the U.S. entry process. The website…
Deadly Lac Megantic Quebec Train Derailment receives little coverage in US
This fourth of July weekend was a tough travel weekend for many. There has been almost non-stop coverage of the Asiana Airlines flight that crash landed at SFO yesterday. The news of jumbo-jet crash landing at a major airport is…
Got #FirstWorldProblems? Then You Need To Read This.
We all like to vent, make fun of ourselves and yes, sometimes just plain complain about our problems. With abundant access to social media, we’ve all found a great outlet to share our #firstworldproblems. It’s so easy to dismiss…
Traveling With Friends Can Kill Friendships
Traveling can be stressful enough on its own! Delayed flights, long waits at baggage claim, fatigued travelers and personal preferences are enough by themselves; add the dimension of traveling with friends, and you can have a recipe for disaster on…
Eurostar L’Upgrade For Less Sale
I love traveling through Europe by Train. When I was working on a project in Belgium, I frequently took the Eurostar from Brussels back to my office in London. Today, I got a notice about a 30% off sale…