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Prior to European settlement in the area, the peninsula that now contains San Francisco was home to the Yelamu tribe, who were part of the larger Ohlone language group which stretched south from the Bay Area to the Big Sur of California. Due to San Francisco's characteristic foggy weather, the earliest European explorers completely bypassed the Golden Gate and the San Francisco Bay.

The first European settlement in the area was founded by the Spanish in 1776 as a mission community surrounding the Mission San Francisco de Asis, in what is today called the Mission Dolores in the Mission District. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built near the Golden Gate: El Presidio.

Upon gaining independence from Spain in 1821, the area became part of Mexico. Under Mexican rule, the mission system gradually came to an end and private ownership of land became a possibility. In 1835, an Englishman named William Richardson founded the town of Yerba Buena. the firs ... Read more »

This article is going to be radically honest here and expose some realities we keep telling our friends and families about. You deserve to know.

1. You deserve to know
2. The world will be a better place
3. Saving you time and money while having the time of your life is what we do  at All Inclusive Vacations 

1. Anybody who is going on a vacation or traveling for pleasure
2. Families and newlyweds looking for a destination wedding or all inclusive vacation
3. Frugal and money-conscious travelers who care about getting the optimal price and experience.
4. Anyone who cares about saving money and traveling without headaches

Ok, if you’ve made it this far then you’re ready to here what we believe everyone deserves to know: THE TRUTH about booking vacation packages and flights with these huge discount travel sites (the Expedia, Orbitz, and Travelocity co ... Read more »

This is a comprehensive list of search engines that give users the ability to book cruises, flights, train tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars and entire vacation packages online.

Most of the web sites listed here allow travelers to compare pricing, read reviews and provide feedback on each of the major traveling agencies. Some of them aggregate listing from various other Internet booking sites, while others get the data directly from the servicing businesses.

*Alexa Traffic Rank (global). **Monthly Unique Visitor estimates from Compete.com (U.S. only). Updated for 2015.

TripAdvisor.com Founded in 2001 by Stephen Kaufe, TripAdvisor is one of many popular industry websites operated by Expedia, Inc. It prides itself on providing unbiased reviews, a travel guide, and features advice on flights, resorts, hotels, vacation packages and rentals. Their on-click price comparison tool allows you to compare prices from multiple reservations websites.

Visa Bureau is not affiliated with the Australian Government but is an independent UK company. Australian visas are available from the Australian Government at a lower cost or for free when you apply directly. Our comprehensive visa and immigration services include immigration advice from registered migration agents, an exceptional success rate, document checking and expedited visa processing.

Tourists to Australia can apply online for an instant tourist visa (also known as the Electronic Travel Authority or ETA visa ), before starting the journey to Australia. All tourists need an Australian tourist visa. and ETA Visas are processed instantly and electronically linked to your passport.

ETA visas are processed instantly and linked electronically to your passport.

Through applying and paying for your ETA visa through the Australian Visa Bureau, your application will be managed ... Read more »

One old travel adage has it that you never truly fathom the magnitude of the all-inclusive resort until you experience one firsthand. I can personally think of several sets of parents, for example, who, pre-children, were bold free spirits antsy to try every back-alley food stall. Precisely the type, in other words, to eschew package resorts. Now they swear by all-inclusives and, happily, have not seen fit to disown their venturesome ways in the process. Simply put, no such compromise is necessary with the best all-inclusive resorts.

With that, discover 12 significant advantages of all-inclusive travel.

1. Logistical ease.

The one headache people wish most to evade on holiday. Logistics. In other words, where to go, how to get from one place to another, where to stay and what to see. All-inclusives erase all this. For a salaryman with jetlag on endless business trips or a busy executive with chronic insomnia who lives in her office, this is a ... Read more »

Travel Guru is the latest development in geographic trivia games. With thousands of intriguing facts, you'll never be at a loss for information or entertainment. Whether you've travelled the world over, or never left your home town, Travel Guru is a sure fire way to feel as though you've journeyed to the ends of the earth.

Featured in "What's Hot" for both iPhone and iPad

"Lots of fun - Great game for fun with friends and family :D"

--Steven Cashman

Challenge your friends to try and beat your high score in any round. Make it interesting with our new Small Bet integration where you can bet real money that you can prove that you are the real Travel Guru.

The Question of the Day will give you a new question every day to keep you enthralled and wanting to come back to Travel Guru every day. Compare your results to your friends and everyone else that has answered it and find out how good you really are.

Travel Guru ... Read more »

Training » Startup Training

While our compensation plan is unparalleled, our service is at an even higher level. We have a fully committed support team to help you achieve your goals. KHM Travel Group is there to give you assistance every step of the way.

Our Training team gives you the tools you need to get your business up and running and keeps you up-to-date with ongoing training. Agent Support can answer questions, provide suggestions and make recommendations when you are in need of support. The Supplier Relations team guides you through the process of establishing relationships with suppliers and provides agency-only specials for your clients, as well as booking contests and incentives for you.

Beginning your training is as simple as logging into your Travel Agent Portal and clicking on the “Getting Started” tab. Our Agent Portal has everything you need to put you on the path to success. Once logged in, ... Read more »

Really Cheap Plane Tickets Save Truckloads of Money Off Your Next Plane Ticket!  Using different options or combination of few strategies surely will help any traveler to any city or destinations get cheap plane ticket.Use your leisure time and browse through all travel sites with the followings in mind:

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is the flexibility of travel dates we have seen is one of the great deciding factors in finding out air tickets.

Traveling midweek is a better option. If possible avoid peak high seasons in order to take advantage of cheap plane tickets. Cheap plane tickets with net fares one can save as much as 30 to 50 % over. Check with the airlines or the travel agents you buying the cheap plane tickets from. If not all but you can save good portion of your paid money on the cheap plane tickets you bought.

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I n the travel industry traditional travel agents are no match ... Read more »

Greece s most popular museums and archaeological sites will be open for longer from Wednesday, April 1st 2015.

The extended timetable, introduced for the first time last year, will run until October 31.

Sites, including the Acropolis, Sounio, Vergina and Delos, will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. while museums will open their doors at 8 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.The only exception to this will be on Sunday, April 5, when sites and museums will close early in the afternoon.

Everyone has their own idea of what a visit to Greece should include. To help prioritize, I made it as easy as I could to find the major sites and fun spots too!

Destinations on and off the main routes are to be found in themenu at the top of every page. Many top ten destinations include a classical ruin and a beach. You are never more than a 2 hour drive from Mediterranean when in Greece. The site is divided into sections: Athens - Mainland Greece - The Greek Islands The eight ... Read more »

Tourism in Antarctica started in the 1950’s with 500 lonely soles traveling from Chile and Argentina. These days, about 40,000 people a year make the trek to the natural, unspoiled beauty of the world’s most southern continent. At twice the size of Australia, this land of ice, snow, rock and water, and vast wilderness gives many visitors a feeling of insignificance due to the sheer enormity of Antarctica. Add to this the adventure of getting here across the Southern Ocean and you have the trip of a lifetime and a wonderful feeling of accomplishment.

The haunting landscape of Antarctica is home only to temporary residents. Researchers and scientists make up most long-stay visitors, with short-term summer travelers keeping the continent’s biggest industry – tourism - afloat. What visitors see during their trip is largely dictated by their mode of arrival, with those flying into the interior able to take small flights to other locations, such as Vinson Massif or the South Pole. ... Read more »

Today, we are also reaffirming Travel Leaders Group's desire to continue growing organically, as well as through continued acquisitions and additions of new franchisees to our dynamic network

Minneapolis, MN (Vocus) May 5, 2015

Putting its money squarely where its flagship brand name is, Travel Acquisitions Group is officially being renamed as Travel Leaders Group. With combined wholly-owned and franchised sales of over $7.3 billion last year, the relatively new Travel Leaders Group enterprise already ranks as the eighth largest travel company in the United States, as well as among the top five brands with a national retail presence.

Now that we have succeeded in establishing a strong and very visible presence with hundreds of Travel Leaders locations in practically every state, it is time for our corporate entity to be aligned with our long-term strategy of further growing Travel Leaders, explained Travel Leaders Group CEO Barry Liben. In February, when we ... Read more »

While summer trips may be what you hear people talking about most often, ask anyone who travels frequently when they prefer to get out of town and it s very likely they ll mention any season except summer. Sure, summer weather can be great, but summer travel also typically comes with higher prices and bigger crowds two things frequent travelers like to avoid whenever they can.

The good news is that planning a trip in the fall (especially the early fall) means you get to skip the biggest crowds and highest prices and, in many cases, you still get fantastic weather to boot. Of course, the word is getting out, so fall travel deals aren t always as easy to find as they used to be. Don t get caught paying more for your fall trip than you should here are some ways to help you save money on fall airfare.

You ll hear it time and again, but one of the best ways to find cheap airfare any time of year is to not limit yourself to only a particular day o ... Read more »

Costa Rica (Spanish. Costa Rica or Republica de Costa Rica. pronounced [re?pu?lika ?e ?kosta ?rika] ) is a small country in Central America bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean Sea to the east.

Costa Rica is officially known as the Republic of Costa Rica

Since the late 1980's Costa Rica became a popular nature travel destination, and its main competitive advantage is its well-established system of national parks and protected areas, covering around 23.4% of the country's land area, the largest in the world as a percentage of the country's territory, and home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, in a country that has only 0.03% of the world's landmass, but that is estimated to contain 5% of the world's biodiversity. The country also has plenty of world renowned beaches, both in the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, within short travel distances ... Read more »

Exploring the friendly country north of the USA can be a wonderful laid-back adventure. Canada s ten provinces and three territories make up the vast expansive country that extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific to the Arctic Ocean.

Ottawa, Ontario is the capital of this progressive and prosperous country. Most cities (even the larger ones) present a hometown atmosphere many are smaller than the majority of major worldwide destinations. English and French are both official languages in Canada but even in communities that are primarily French-speaking someone can usually converse in English.

If not, a smile, hand signals and patient negotiation usually results in an answer to any question.

A visit to Canada is like taking a world tour. A wide variety of immigrants from countries far and wide many sporting their native attire call Canada home. As a result, no matter where you travel, it s easy to partake in an ethnic festival or celebration in the many towns ... Read more »

Gainesville, GA, United States

I am a Travel Nurse specializing in Hospice. I grew up in a Navy family spending time in Guam, Iceland, & Italy. Then married my husband who was a sailor. I have 3 children, Heather, 25; Bear, 23; & BJ (our 4 legged child, a chocolate lab)2. My faith in my Lord Jesus Christ helps get through each day & to minister to my patients. I had gastric bypass 9/11/06. Have lost 150lbs."

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Jesse Kesler RN, MSN, The Travel Nurse, Travel Nurse Links :"This site is designed to give you the facts about being a travel nurse. What the requirements are, what characteristics are needed, benefits. and what to expect from your experience. You will also find a page describing the different types of travel nurse jobs that exist. Of course, its also a site about nurses and nursing so if I digress occasionally into nursing but I don't travel I hope you bear with me."

Call it global warming. Call it natural climate change. Call it sheer good luck. But every year spring seems to arrive a little earlier and so - even though it certainly doesn't feel like it this week - zoo travel season is just around the corner.

That means it's about the time of year when travel writing flips from irritating airline security and travel politics stories to cute animals doing cute animal things.

It's not just us, either. The London-based Daily Mail published a story this week all about one of the male lions who live in our beloved San Diego Wild Animal Park, which of course was renamed the San Diego Safari Park a few years ago. The video that sparked the story is embedded below - after spending a day flying around social media - and you should make sure that you watch the whole thing. Easily worth a minute of your time.

The Daily Mail description is exactly right: the spectacle is "spine- ... Read more »

It's finally the weekend! Time for cookouts and time with family. For us, there's no better way to unwind and have fun with the kids than heading down to the beach for a mini beach vacation. and don't we have plenty of great beaches to choose from?

One of the most famous, but definitely the most popular beaches along the Atlantic Coast is Myrtle Beach in South Carolina. With miles of beaches, exciting nightlife, and amusement parks, isn't it time you book yourMyrtle Beach Vacation ?

This year for Easter, take a relaxing vacation to famous and beautiful Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! Stay in a spacious 1 bedroom villa at the luxurious Myrtlewood Villas for 3 days and 2 nights for only $1! That's right, just $1! For more information about this amazing Easter deal, call or chat with a representative now!

Alright NASCAR fans, this vacation spot is for you! Home of the Daytona 500 Speedway, Daytona Florida will get your engine revv ... Read more »

This is a comprehensive list of search engines that give users the ability to book cruises, flights, train tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars and entire vacation packages online.

Most of the web sites listed here allow travelers to compare pricing, read reviews and provide feedback on each of the major traveling agencies. Some of them aggregate listing from various other Internet booking sites, while others get the data directly from the servicing businesses.

*Alexa Traffic Rank (global). **Monthly Unique Visitor estimates from Compete (U.S. only). Updated for 2015.

TripAdvisor Founded in 2001 by Stephen Kaufe, TripAdvisor is one of many popular industry websites operated by Expedia, Inc. It prides itself on providing unbiased reviews, a travel guide, and features advice on flights, resorts, hotels, vacation packages and rentals. Their on-click price comparison tool allows you to compare prices from multiple reservations websites.

Exp ... Read more »

Top Ten Travel Destinations

By: Kashmira Lad

Top Ten Travel Destinations

There are certain tourist destinations that are a hotspot for a large number of visitors every year. Here is a list of top ten travel destinations that have mesmerized people with their natural beauty.

Top Ten Travel Destinations

Globetrotting for some is more than just a way of refreshing oneself! It’s more like an obsession. With every break, ardent travelers who wish to discover new things across the globe are always on the lookout to visit new places to unearth the beauty of nature. Here, I have a compilation of top ten travel destinations (in random order) you can use to plan a fun filled holiday.

Top Ten Travel Destinations:

Mauritius:

This is one hot spot for travelers! This paradise on earth needs no introduction and has a plethora of ocean life waiting to be explored. From the various species of sharks to the beautif ... Read more »

Russia is a land of snow and harsh winters, blooming meadows and mighty rivers, midsummer sun that never sets, a hospitable country with a big heart, talented businesses and amazingly artistic people. There are countless natural, historical and cultural attractions in Russia. It really is a must see destination!

Russia covers more than 17 million square kilometres. It takes about a week to cross the country's ten time zones by train, and ten hours by air. Russia's population is about 150 million. The national language is Russian. Sixty percent of Russians are atheist, while the majority of believers are Orthodox.

Russia has the largest river in Europe, the Volga; the world's largest lake, the Caspian Sea; the world's deepest freshwater lake, the Baikal; and Europe's highest peak, Elbrus.

Visas. Travelling in Russia is easier than ever. However, all visitors require visas. Please contact us for more information and help. Visas must be obtained ... Read more »

The concept is simple: people offer their gardens for you to camp in. You can search for suitable sites by event and they range from the basic – bring a primus – to the more glamorous, with access to a toilet and kitchen. It's free to join, as is listing your garden, and costs from 5pp per night to stay – though it may cost more near popular events.

Glamping is the latest camping craze. and this site, an offshoot of Holiday Pad, has the pick of the crop, from camps with four-posters next to Lake Garda to a safari-style retreat near Sydney and a collection of Airstream caravans in Cornwall. It currently features 110 in the UK and a scattering around the world, that are being added to all the time.

pitchup This website screams camping is fun! You can scour campsites close to festival spots or search for one best suited to your interests, whether that's hiking, families or naturism. Once you've found a site you can check availability and book online.

The concept is simple:

Get paid to review your vacation

1. Use our websites to research and plan your next vacation.
2. Work with one of our agents to book your next vacation don t worry, the cost is the same booking with us as if you book direct, we don t add additional fees.
3. Write a detail review within 30-days of your return and by detailed, we mean that you ll have some targeted subjects you must address based on your travel (hotels or resorts, family-friend if traveling with kids, food, etc)
4. We ll pay you 25% of our commission for your review!  That s right add family and friends to your reservation and handle the payments for them and you ll get paid for their portion too but they ll want their own account to write a review too!

Why Do We Pay For Your Reviews?

We love to travel, there is no doubt about that by the number of stamps in our Passports but we also like honest cu ... Read more »

From the North

Take I-95 South. Merge onto New Jersey Turnpike South (Portions toll). Take EXIT 6 toward I-276 West / Penn Turnpike. Merge onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Turnpike Ext (Portions toll) (Crossing into Pennsylvania). Pearl Harbor Memorial Turnpike Ext becomes I-276 W / Pennsylvania Turnpike West (Portions toll). Merge onto I-476 South / Veterans Memorial Hwy South / Mid-County Expressway South toward Philadelphia / Chester (Portions toll). Take EXIT 3 toward Media. Stay Right to merge onto East Baltimore Pike. Take First Left onto Turner Rd. Turn Left at second street onto Plush Mill Road. Entrance to Pendle Hill will be on the right.

Take I-95 North. Take Exit 7 for I-476 North. Take EXIT 3 toward Media. Stay Left to merge onto East Baltimore Pike. Take First Left after traffic light onto Turner Rd. Turn Left onto Plush Mill Road, second street on the left. Entrance to Pendle Hill will be on the right.

From the West< ... Read more »

Here's the deal. The economy is bad- especially in Las Vegas where tourism has dropped considerably since 2015. Now, 2015 doesn't look much better. Timeshare programs have turned towards rentals instead.

With the economic conditions today, some Las Vegas hotels have teamed up with airlines to bundle discounted vacation packages.

The all-inclusive Las Vegas vacation package is often the best way to go. Savvy travelers will find bargains in the midst of this economic turmoil.

With thousands of new hotel rooms still under construction, the glut of vacancies will force hotels to keep rates low. Also, most casino and off-Strip hotels have reduced their room rates and improved their own accommodations with perks like dinner or show coupons and gaming credits. Find the latest Vacation Packages in Las Vegas and mini-vacationsfrom name brand travel providers.

Several shuttles run between the airport and various hotels around the Las Vegas Strip. Read about the ... Read more »

When it comes to travel, Microsoft Bing gives us a better deal than Google. Google has a cool tool in the experimental Google Hotel Finder. Google has some travel plans with its purchase of ITA Software. You can also use Google to do a quick flight search by typing in something like flight New York to London and get a scheduled flight list. But this article is not about Google…it’s about Bing Travel and how it has taken off while its chief rival revs up its engines.

Bing Travel is a more packaged offering. While Google’s travel features still don’t look like a one-window solution, Bing’s travel page resembles what you will normally find in any well designed travel website. One of the key features on Bing Travel is the Flight Predictor tool. The flight prediction helps you guess the best time to buy cheap airfare tickets for flights from most major U.S. and Canadian cities to destinations worldwide.

Searching for a flight starts off in the usual way. ... Read more »

Spain is a beautiful country, with an interesting history and an awesome culture that was influenced by the catholic religion, It is located on the southwest of Europe. This country has, as its most important cities: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, meeting Galicia and Sevilla.

Spain is one of the largest countries in Europe with an approximate area of 504,750 square kilometers; It is bordered by the Bay of Biscay, Andorra and France on the north, by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea on the south, by the Mediterranean Sea on the east, and by the Atlantic Ocean and Portugal on the west. And it is characterized by a varied climate that depends on the location; the capital of this country is Madrid, which is also the main economic center. The local coin is the Euro.

Spain is widely known for its several and varied customs such as: Flamenco, bullfights, festivals, crowded beaches, beautiful constructions and the c ... Read more »

Germany has a high standard of medical care, but keep in mind that just a few nights on the hospital and the medical bill can easily run into tens of thousand of Euros. By getting insured you are not only buying an insurance plan but also a peace of mind for yourself and your family back home while you travel, study or live in Germany. It s better to be safe than sorry, but it is amazing how many people forget to get a health insurance or worse yet don t decide to bother with it, while having a good plan before leaving home is a must and should be a part of your travel plan. I wouldn t think to leave to a foreign country without my health expenses being properly covered.

If you got a Schengen visa and are planning on visiting relatives in Germany, want to go backpacking through Europe or have a business seminar don t leave without getting a proper health insurance. With a Schengen visa you can stay in 25 European countries for up to 90 days and this is the so called “short-s ... Read more »

45.7 Overcast Nearby Airports: PDX

What distinguishes Portland, Oregon, from the rest of America's cityscapes? Or from the rest of the world's urban destinations for that matter? In a Northwest nutshell: everything. For some, it's the wealth of cultural offerings and never-ending culinary choices; for others, it's Portland's proximity to the ocean and mountains, or simply the beauty of having all these attributes in one place.

Strolling

through downtown or within one of Portland's numerous neighborhoods, there's an unmistakable vibrancy to this city—one that is encouraged by clean air, infinite trees, and a blend of historic and modern architecture. Portland's various nicknames—Rose City, Bridgetown, Beervana, Brewtopia—tell its story in a nutshell.

Rich cultural offerings, prime historic and modern architecture, endless recreational activities, and a friendly feel make Portland alluring for just about everyone. But it seems that Port ... Read more »

Here are the top 15 Most Popular Travel Sites as derived from our eBizMBA Rank which is a continually updated average of each website's Alexa Global Traffic Rank, and U.S. Traffic Rank from both Compete and Quantcast ."*#*" Denotes an estimate for sites with limited data.

112 - eBizMBA Rank | 40,000,000 - Estimated Unique Monthly Visitors | 100 - Compete Rank | 111 - Quantcast Rank | 125 - Alexa Rank | April 1, 2015.

The Most Popular Travel Websites | eBizMBA

2 | TripAdvisor

134 - eBizMBA Rank | 38,000,000 - Estimated Unique Monthly Visitors | 68 - Compete Rank | 126 - Quantcast Rank | 209 - Alexa Rank | April 1, 2015.

The Most Popular Travel Websites | eBizMBA

3 | Yahoo! Travel

171 - eBizMBA Rank | 36,000,000 - Estimated Unique Monthly Visitors | *165* - Compete Rank | *176* - Quantcast Rank | N/A - ... Read more »

* Flights: Over the last 12 months, a substantial percentage of searches on priceline.com have resulted in up to 50% savings on Name Your Own Price in comparison to the lowest published fares on priceline.com (same travel dates and origin and destination dates). Savings are not guaranteed and will vary based on offer price and availability. Airfares are subject to change frequently and there is no guarantee that an offer will be accepted. Priceline's Name Your Own Price service is different from other travel sites. Exact airline and flight times are disclosed only after purchase.

Hotels: Savings claim based on a comparison of Priceline Name Your Own Price accepted offers to the lowest publically available retail rate for the same hotel and check in and check out dates and for rates available on the same day as the Name Your Own Price offer. Savings are not guaranteed. Priceline's Name Your Own Price reservation service is different from fixed price travel sites ... Read more »

Ultimate List Of Travel Nursing Companies

With so many travel companies out there, how is a nurse to pick the best one? We all place different values on different benefits; therefore, I have come up with a chart here to help you choose the right travel company for YOU!

This list is made up of the top 21 things that traveling professionals expressed knowing about a travel company. Choose 5 to 10 of the companies that best fit your needs, click on the link to their updated profile, then check out what nurses think on the Travel Company Evaluation page! These profiles are being updated (June 2015).

This chart is updated as companies inform me of changes. Every possible attempt is made to make sure that this is a true representation of all companies. If you are a traveler and find that the company has mis-represented themselves, please email me so that I can promptly investigate.

The following updated questions were asked of the travel nursing companies: ... Read more »

Rome, the capital city of Italy, is globally best-known for its history, monuments and art the Rome Colosseum, the Vatican City, Venice, Florence to name a few. With so very much art, culture, gastronomy, history and sacred places, Rome is an memorable goal. For new travelers who have never been to Rome before can determine that it is very challenging to conceive of how Rome appears like and how to organize themselves before seeing Rome. There is already enough of this kind of information but this one is in all probability the thourough one that you are looking for. There are some genuine tips about what sort of attractions you should see when you live in Rome as they are in particular interesting even some of them may not be the highlighted attractions.

Rome is very well acknowledged among travelers for its appealing buildings, sightseeings and entertaining culture. Once you have a opportunity to travel to Rome, you will be able to witness that Rome is not just a place for ... Read more »

This travel itinerary template allows you to keep the many different and important trip details in one place. Details like confirmation numbers, flight times, meeting times and locations, car rental and hotel locations, and more. It is organized in a way that flows nicely with the actual trip: leaving on a flight, renting a car once you arrive, checking in at your hotel, attending meetings and events and then flying back home. It's an effective solution when planning a trip for yourself, your boss or fellow employee.

We tried to design this to make it easy to customize. For example, if you are going on a vacation instead of a business trip, you could change the "MEETINGS" section to "ACTIVITIES" and then list some of the possible activities you could do while on your trip.

Instead of "Topic" and "Room" as labels you could add "Cost" and "Hours" to note how much an activity would cost and what hours the museum, store, or attraction is open.

Example of editi ... Read more »

The U.S. phone system comprises regional service providers, competing long-distance carriers and several mobile-phone and pay-phone companies.

Cell Phones

In the USA, cell phones use GSM 1900 or CDMA 800, operating on different frequencies from other systems around the world. The only foreign phones that will work in the USA are GSM tri- or quad-band models. If you have one of these phones, check with your service provider about using it in the USA. Ask if roaming charges apply, as these will turn even local U.S. calls into pricey international calls.

It might be cheaper to buy a compatible prepaid SIM card for the USA, like those sold by ATT or Cingular, which you can insert into your international mobile phone to get a local phone number and voicemail. Planet Omni and Telestial offer these services, as well as cell phone rentals.

If you don’t have a compatible phone, you can buy inexpensive, no-contract (prepaid) phones with a local number an ... Read more »

Travel nursing is a not actually a nursing specialty. Rather, it is a unique and exciting way to practice nursing and see the world (or at least the country) at the same time. Travel nursing has been in existence for some time, but the nursing shortage has increased possibilities so that nurses can choose from many locations and lengths of commitment.

This is especially true if the nurse has experience and certifications in particularly high demand specialty areas.

Travel nursing fills a need. Facilities, large and small, were experiencing low staff levels. To find appropriate nursing professionals, companies decided to offer nurses the opportunity to travel and make money while helping in areas of greatest shortage. Staff positions were filled by qualified nurses for a specified amount of time.

Skill sets are expanded. Nurses gain experience in different disciplines when they travel. It is recommended that nurses considering the traveling lifestyle have at l ... Read more »

European Traveller UK is the one stop shop for European travel deals where you can find cheap flights to Europe, channel crossings to France, bus travel and European rail travel.

You can navigate to pages to find information on how to apply for a passport online or how to get your European Health Insurance card if you live in the UK. There are also checklists to help make your trip go a little smoother, a travel shop with all the travel accessories you are likely to need for your trip and much more including some of the best places to visit in Europe. Pretty much all the European travel advice you need on one website, including a range of Holiday Packages for Europe .

You can plan your trip around your proposed mode of travel. If you looking for cheap flights to Europe, you can check where you can fly from and to with price comparisons. There is also a price comparison facility for airport parking and car hire options at your require ... Read more »

Bing Travel launched in 2015 as Microsoft s powerful new travel search tool, and though it s quite similar to a couple of competitors, it s also very easy to use and capable of searching almost every relevant site on the internet all at once. If you ve used Kayak (or its co-owned brother SideStep) before, the new Bing Travel interface is going to look awfully familiar.

Let s walk through a flight search and discuss exactly how to use Bing Travel to find the best deals on the flight that suits your schedule.

Go to www.bing/travel in another window.

Look in the top-left corner of the main window and you ll see the main search window, which should already be pre-selected to search for flights (rather than hotels).

First choose if your trip will be one way, round trip, or multi city (meaning you want to stop in at least two cities other than your original departure city).

Next, begin to enter your starting airport in the €?From€? box and after onl ... Read more »

Misunderstood by many, Germany is one of the most varied and charming countries on the continent. Anyone expecting a homogenous nation conforming to old Teutonic stereotypes is in for a shock.

As a destination, it offers a clutch of truly lovely cities, culture served up in hefty portions and rural scenery so pretty you ll wonder why it isn't on every tourist hit list.

The country occupies a prime position at the heart of Europe both literally and figuratively. It is home to the biggest economy on the continent, has more inhabitants than anywhere else in the EU and shares land borders with no less than nine other nations.

It's no surprise, then, that today s Germany is more diverse and cosmopolitan than old stereotypes suggest; mixing time-honoured nationalism and tradition with multicultural modernism and self-confidence.

It s the nation s urban highlights that immediately draw the attention. Berlin is the definition of dynamism, having forged a good ... Read more »