A carefully packed carry-on bag is essential for any trip, whether your flight is long or short. Ideally, your carry-on bag should be able to see you comfortably through your flight, as well as for the first few days of your trip should any of your checked bags become lost or damaged. Here are four […]
Jet lag may be one of the unavoidable hazards of long-haul travel, but that doesn’t mean it has to ruin the first few days of your vacation. With a little planning and preparation, there are plenty of things you can do to minimize the symptoms of jet lag, adjust to your new time zone more […]
Does your vacation destination this summer include a warm, sunny beach? Or some hiking or camping in the great outdoors? Whatever your holiday plans, if they include a lot of sunshine, make sure you protect yourself with these sun safety tips: Wear sunscreen. Not all sunscreens are effective. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against […]
An essential part of preparing for a vacation is making sure your home is well looked after while you’re away so that it will be clean and peaceful when you return. Standard tasks like putting clean sheets on the bed, taking out the trash, and emptying the fridge are likely already on your to-do list, […]
Figuring out how to keep your money safe on vacation can be tricky. On the one hand, travelers are often targets for pickpockets and other criminals. On the other hand, you don’t want to have to dig through three layers of clothing and undo two locks every time you want to buy something. Savvy travelers […]
As you get older, your travel needs are apt to change. Even if you were a backpacking globe trotter in your youth and middle age, at some point your body will start asking you to do things a little differently. If you’re an older traveler, consider the following tips to make your vacation as easy […]