If you’re a savvy and budget-conscious traveler, you want to get the most out of your international trips without breaking the bank. Here are ten tips to help you make the most of your travel budget. Be Flexible with Your Travel Dates. One of the easiest ways to save money on international travel is to … [More…]
Nowadays with inefficiencies of the TSA at security checkpoints and the perks offered by credit cards (i.e., reimbursement for application fees), Global Entry is becoming more and more appealing to travelers. Global Entry enrollment lasts for 5 years, and the application fee is $100, which is only $15 more than the TSA pre-check program. I … [More…]
There is nothing more annoying than the airline losing or delaying your checked bag when you go on vacation. What are your rights when there is a baggage delay? Unfortunately for us passengers, the airlines don’t really compensate much for delayed bags. If you are on vacation and find yourself with no clothes or toiletries, … [More…]
Besides the obvious travel items, here are a few essential items you may want to consider packing/buying for your trip to Hong Kong. 1) Hand sanitizer and/or anti-bacterial wipes Hong Kong is a highly congested city full of people and smog. When you go out on the streets you are bound to get dirty, so be sure … [More…]
Hong Kong is a unique city located at the heart of Asia. As a former British colony (until 1997) Hong Kong is a special region of China and a major port city in Asia – it is truly where east meets west. In Hong Kong you will find a multicultural experience full of colorful sights and … [More…]
International travel can be expensive, but there are ways to save money if you are smart about how you travel. Here are some tips to avoid common international expenses such as transaction fees and roaming fees. International Travel Tip #1: Use a credit card with no foreign transaction fee Before you go abroad make sure you … [More…]
While 6 days is not a lot of time to cover all the beautiful sights in the country, it is a decent length of time to get a pretty good idea of what Iceland has to offer. Here is what my friend and I did in our 6 full days in Iceland. Day 1: Arrival at KEF We landed at KEF … [More…]
Besides the obvious travel items, here are a few essential items that you may not think about when packing for your trip to Iceland. Hiking Boots You may not be planning hard core hiking activities for your trip to Iceland, but you will still need a good pair of waterproof hiking boots. I packed a pair of … [More…]