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#10 Great Gifts For Travelers - 2012 Edition

Our holiday gift to you: some of this year’s most ingenious gift ideas for the traveler in your life. One thing they all have in common: inspiration. Either they’re born of it or they impart it, and isn’t that what travel is all about?

Some are so cool you may want them for yourself too. Among the highlights: sunglasses that shoot video so you don’t have to, stylish essentials delivered to your road warrior’s hotel, a theft-proof bike light, a hipster-chic flask small enough to fit in your TSA-approved Ziploc, custom-crafted poetry for just that special occasion, and the most futuristic headphones we’ve ever seen.

Whether the travelers in your life are on business, on an adventure or on a staycation, there’s something here for them. At at prices from $16.95 to $399.99, there’s something for just about every budget.

Many of the gifts on last year’s list are still worth looking into as well.

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#VRL Travels, Lowest Price Best Deals

VRL Travels, a part of VRL Logistics Limited is headquartered in Hubli, Karnataka. It operates in 20 states and six union territories, covering 534 cities in all. Among its many routes are trips between Mumbai and Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Bangalore, Nagpur and Pune; and Hyderabad and Mumbai. Started in Gadag by Mr Vijay Sankeshwar in 1976, it began with just a single truck. However, it has now earned a place in the Limca Book of Records for having the largest private fleet of commercial vehicles. It owns 3,061 vehicles of which 502 are tourist buses. There are several online bus ticket booking offers that you can avail of from travel websites.

For hassle-free online bus booking services, VRL Travels has tied up with TicketGoose. To book bus tickets offline, one can head to its branch offices spread across major cities such as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Delhi and Mumbai.

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#Weather: Travel weather

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Check what the weather will do along your route with our new travel weather forecast tool. This gives a basic route to drive between your destinations, and a weather forecast for each stage along the way at the approximate time you will be passing.

The travel weather forecast tool is easy to use: simply give the start and end point of your journey and the time you want to start. Then click on ‘Send’. You will see the route you can travel along with the weather forecast for each stage at the time we expect you to be passing.

Our travel weather tool is ideal for showing what weather you might run into - you can check the weather for your route for the next 14 days. Please be aware that we use simplified route information from Google Maps, so not all routes can be displayed, or it may not be the route you might usually drive.

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#13 travel gadgets for the tech-savvy jetsetter

By Stephanie Walden 2015-01-29 19:36:07 UTC

There's quite a range of travel tech on the market today. For big spenders, a real-life, to-scale Delorean car conversion kit or an underwater RV will certainly impress your friends — but they may not be the most practical purchases.

There are countless gizmos and gadgets specifically for travelers that aren't quite as ostentatious. From tech to keep an eye on your home or pets while you're out of town to handy gadgets for translation or keeping your smartphone powered up, we've rounded up a few useful technologies for frequent jetsetters below.

1. August Smart Lock

These secure locks are quickly becoming an integral part of any smart home. This keyless entry system consists of an easy-to-install lock (compatible with existing single cylinder deadbolts) and a mobile app, from which you'll be able to alter settings and grant access to friends, family or neighb ... Read more »

#Turkey travel advice.

There is a high threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate and could affect places visited by foreigners.

On Monday 18 May, the local offices of the political party HDP (People’s Democratic Party) in Adana and Mersin (both in southern Turkey) were attacked with explosive devices. On 5 June, two people were killed and many injured by an explosion at an HDP rally in Diyarbakir. On 9 June, four people were killed in attack in Diyarbakir.

Turkey shares a long border with Syria. Thousands of foreign nationals, including some British nationals, have recently used Turkey as a transit route with some joining terrorist groups like ANF (Al Nusra Front) and ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) in Syria. ISIL, although based in Syria and Iraq, have the capacity to carry out attacks in neighbouring countries, including Turkey. Media reports suggest that terrorists could target areas throughout Turkey, including Ankara, Istanbul and areas ... Read more »

#USA travel advice.

Passport validity

Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. You don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.

US immigration officials will accept British passports extended by 12 months by British Embassies and Consulates under exceptional measures put in place in mid-2014, but you will need to apply for a visa from the nearest US Embassy or Consulate before travelling.

Visa Waiver Programme (VWP)

The VWP allows most British Citizen passport holders to visit the US for up to 90 days. The types of journey permissible under the VWP include tourism, certain types of business visit and transit to another country. If you have a British passport that describes your nationality as something other than ‘British Citizen’, or if your passport has been extended by 12 months under exceptional measure put in place in mid 2014, you don’t qualify for entry to the US under the VWP and y ... Read more »

#Use a Fake Location to Get Cheaper Plane Tickets

Most people don’t know there is a simple trick to get a cheaper flight on an airline’s website

I can t explain airline pricing but I do know some plane tickets can be cheaper depending on where you buy them or, even better, where you appear to buy them from. This is all about leveraging foreign currencies and points-of-sale to your advantage.

For reasons I never quite understood, every time I tried to book a domestic flight in another country, the prices were always exorbitant. But, say, once I was in Bangkok, that same flight that was once $300 would fall to $30 almost inexplicably. This phenomenon is because a ticket s point-of-sale the place where a retail transaction is completed can affect the price of any flight with an international component.

Most people don t know there is a simple trick for changing this to get a cheaper flight on an airline s website ; it s how I managed to pay $371 for a ... Read more »

#20% off Travelocity Coupon, Promo Codes 2015

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About Travelocity

Travelocity began in 1996 as a pioneering website for online travel bookings. Originally owned and operated by Sabre Holdings, a subsidiary of American Airlines – Travelocity was the first website that allowed consumers to book flights online without assistance from a travel agency.

In 1999, Travelocity became AOL's 'Go To' partner for travel accommodations and became increasing popular among consumers as a result. Over next decade or so, Travelocity continued to grow and expand – eventually purchasing smaller travel brands like lastminute.com and S ... Read more »

#Travel advice and advisories for Japan

Advisories

JAPAN - Exercise normal security precautions

There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Japan. Exercise normal security precautions.

Regional Advisory for the Fukushima nuclear power plant and its surroundings

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to the districts and towns that have been designated as exclusion zones (see map ) by the Japanese authorities. Zones marked in green on the map where evacuation orders are ready to be lifted (Area 1) are still subject to restrictions, including a ban on overnight visits.

Security

Security

The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provides credible and timely information in its Travel Advice. In the event of a crisis situation that req ... Read more »

#Turkey travel advice.

Local travel - Syrian border

The FCO advise against all travel to within 10km of the border with Syria. The FCO advise against all but essential travel to the remaining areas of Sirnak, Mardin, Sanlurfa, Gaziantep, Kilis and Hatay provinces. On 11 May 2013, 2 car bombs killed 53 people and wounded more than 100 in the town of Reyhanli, Hatay province. In October 2012, 5 Turkish citizens were killed when a shell fell on the town of Akḉakale. Syrian forces continue to target areas close to the Turkish border and there remains a heightened risk of terrorism in the region.

Mortar rounds reportedly fired by ISIL militants in northern Syria landed on the E90 road near Nusaybin in Mardin province, Turkey, on 15 September 2014. There were no casualties. As a result of heavy fighting between ISIL and Kurdish forces in northern Syria, there has been a mass influx of refugees into Sanliurfa province (southern Turkey) since 19 September 2014.

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#Turkey travel advice.

Latest update: Summary - removal of reference to upcoming election

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all travel to within 10 km of the border with Syria.

The FCO advise against all but essential travel to:

• the remaining areas of Sirnak, Mardin, Sanliurfa, Gaziantep, Kilis and Hatay provinces
• Siirt, Tunceli and Hakkari provinces.

Over 2,500,000 British nationals visit Turkey every year. Most visits are trouble-free.

Visas

British nationals need a visa to travel to Turkey (except for cruise ship passengers with ‘British Citizen’ passports entering the country for a day trip, remaining in the port of embarkation and returning to the ship the same day). If you’re visiting Turkey as a tourist or on business, you’ll need to get an e-Visa online before you travel. Only use the official Republic of Turkey e-Visa website. Avoid unauthorised websites as they may charge an ... Read more »

#Travel to Israel

Travel to History-Rich Israel with A K

As the birthplace of three of the world's greatest religions - Judaism, Islam and Christianity - Israel has been a pilgrimage site for millennia. Discover for yourself Israel's larger-than-life historic sites and incredible beauty on an A K journey that unveils the best of this intriguing country.

No journey to Israel is complete without visiting its most sacred sites, including the Dome of the Rock, Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Mount of Olives, Tomb of King David and Herodion. Discover each site alongside A K's expert local guides, exploring them from closer than you ever thought possible. Sail on the Sea of Galilee in a wood boat reminiscent of the kind used in Jesus' time. Breathe in history when you lodge in the historic King David hotel, with views directly overlooking the Old City.

Israel is a destination for the ages, and when you visit it with A K, you discover it in-depth and i ... Read more »

#Travel Safely.

Pedestrian Safety

• Kids, older adults and people who ve been drinking are the most at-risk pedestrians .
• Help your kids get the message about staying safe while walking with these videos.

Bicycle Safety

• Help your kids get the message about staying safe while biking with these videos.
• Make sure your bike helmet fits properly. (See the video and tips.)

Motorcycle Safety

• Always wear a helmet. Doing so reduces your chances of dying in a motorcycle crash by 37 percent.
• Get the right helmet. Watch the video on choosing the right one and the tips on identifying unsafe ones.

Safe Driving Tips During Severe Weather

Stay Safe on the Road

Driving-related dangers come in many forms. Education is key to understanding the risks and keeping people safe.

Driving Guidelines

Older Drivers

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#Travel Insurance Medical Conditions

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Compare travel insurance for pre existing medical conditions

If you are one of the many who have a pre-existing medical condition then you will be aware of just how difficult it is to find the right travel insurance policy for you at the cheapest possible price.

Fortunately MoneySupermarket.com has teamed up with the top specialist travel insurance companies to offer you just that. Using our comparison tool you will now be able to compare travel insurance companies that cover medical conditions as part of their policies.

More about travel insurance with medical conditions included

Medical claims and emergencies abroad are one of the biggest costs to insurance companies. This is why some insurers will offer millions of pounds worth of cover to pay for things like hospital treatment, emergency repatriation and travel expenses associated with having to stay abroad longer ... Read more »

#Travel booking sites indebted to Hawaii by millions of dollars

Tax season just got even more hellish for nine travel-booking sites that owe Hawaii millions of dollars in back taxes. On Tuesday, the supreme court ruled sites like Orbitz, Priceline, and Expedia must pay up for sales made in Hawaii after a nearly five-year court battle that began in 2010 in Hawaii s Tax Appeal Court. The websites contend that they don t owe said taxes because they do not have physical operations set up in the island state, which is really too bad. They could have been sipping Mai Tais on Waikiki Beach for the last 15 years seeing as the taxes date back t0 2000.

Expedia might be thinking about skimping on umbrella cocktails after being served a bill of as much as $847 million, according to Bloomber g. Expedia has been known to pay taxes on its wholesale rate instead of the entire rate charged to customers, and its lawyers claim the company shouldn t owe anything for the markup. Hawaii isn t the ... Read more »

#Travel Trailer Blue Book Price Guides - Also Find Real Time Price Information

Travel Trailer Manufacturers

Coachmen has grown to become one of the largest full-line manufacturers of RVs in the world.

Our main headquarters and primary manufacturing facilities are located in Middlebury, Indiana. We also have manufacturing facilities in Fitzgerald, Georgia. In all, we occupy nearly 700,000 square feet of manufacturing space on nearly 120 acres.

You will find proof of our dedication in our innovative and user-friendly products and our wide range of customer benefits and services. We are driven by a deep concern for your safety, comfort, pride of ownership and pleasure - in short, your Ultimate Satisfaction.

When you tow an Airstream, you feel a sense of pride of ownership that you just don't experience when you're towing a typical box trailer. Other Airstreamers flash their lights, you draw smiles from travelers, and you will find it hard to stop ... Read more »

#Sun, sea and surfing

IN 1996, when Microsoft was still ahead of the big technology trends, it launched a small brand called Expedia Travel Services. It hoped to persuade customers to book holidays online. It was not an immediate success. Few households had an internet connection then and, just as importantly, most people thought the idea of buying a holiday through the ether (not to mention typing their credit-card details into a web browser) plain foolish.

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Indeed, when it comes to reserving flights, hotel rooms and rented cars for holidaymakers, the online-travel market looks quite mature in many rich countries. PhoCusWright, another research firm, reckons that online booking now accounts for 43% of total travel sales in America and 45% in Europe. Since much of the rest is accounted for by business trips handled by specialist corporate-travel agents such as Carlson Wagonlit, scope for the OTAs’ market to grow seems limited. That explains Priceline’s ... Read more »

#STA Travel

Who wants to waste time checking your insurance policy every time you want to do something fun? Not us! Enjoy peace of mind and flexibility with our single trip travel insurance plans with cover available from 4 days up to a maximum of 24 months; or check out our Annual Multi-trip policy which covers you for a year's worth of holidays (to a maximum duration per trip). No matter where you find (or lose!) yourself, we’ve got your back!

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From £1M to £15M of emergency medical cover, you’ll be impressed at our range of inclusions.

If you need to rearrange or cancel your trip (including any tours as part of your adventure) due to certain circumstances outside your control, then you’re covered including any cancellation fees.

We understand holidays involve the fun stuff… and that’s why we provide cover for activities such as bungy jumping, scuba diving, white water rafting and loads more.

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#Travel flights

Traveling with Kids

Traveling with Infants

At Sun Country Airlines we value our young travelers and welcome them on our flights. The following information is designed to make the life of their full-size companions as stress-free and easy as possible.

Other helpful hints

• Please notify the ticketing agent of your child's age when booking your flights
• Plan for extra time to get through security when traveling with younger children
• Even babies must be individually screened at the security checkpoint
• Pack toys and snacks to keep your child occupied during the flight
• Use a stroller or infant carrier that can be "gate-checked" to your final destination, so when you reach your destination the item can be returned to you at the arrival gate
• Car seats and strollers may be transported at no additional charge

#Top 10 Classiest First Class Airlines - FlightSite - s Travel BlogFlightSite - s Travel Blog

According to Skytrax, the world authority on all things pertaining to airline excellence, the following airlines are the leaders when it comes to offering a superlative first-class flying experience:

The seats are contained in cubicles with higher sides for added privacy, are 35 inches wide, luxuriously upholstered and include an exclusive turn down service.  The luxurious Book-A-Cook service allows you to order your gourmet meals in advance online.  This the first time, since 2008, that Etihad Airlines has been pipped at the post

The new Etihad Diamond First Class seats rotate 180 degrees and feature adjustable headrests, footrest, lumbar support and inbuilt massage.  The seats transform into a 6ft 8” flatbed.

Emirates offer an on-board shower spa, private suites and on-board lounges for socializing and stretching your legs.

Sheepskin mattresses, duvets, erg ... Read more »

#Thailand Travel Tips

Thailand is the travel hub of Southeast Asia. Most people coming into the region fly into Bangkok and make that their base for doing the circuit around the region. With its lush jungles, famed beaches, world-class diving, amazing food, and cheap prices, Thailand attracts visitors from all walks of life. You can find cheap guesthouses and $10,000 a night resorts in this country sometimes even next to each other. Travel through Thailand is really easy. The country is a well-worn destination on the backpacking trail and everything is convenient and easy. Though well on the map, there are still good destinations to visit away from the tourist masses and prices. Overall, Thailand speaks for itself. It’s so well-known around the world that when you hear the name, you already think about beaches, beauty, jungles, and food. And your thoughts are dead on.

Destination Guides for Thailand

Typical Costs

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#Tips for Easier Plane Traveling with Kids - Parenting Tips

(It is never easy!)

When you board a plane with small children in tow, no one is happy. No one wants to sit next to you. No one wants you behind them. No one wants you in front of them.

Ah yes, the joy of plane traveling with children. As cute as your kids may seem to you, I have discovered that when push comes to shove, no one else thinks your kids are so adorable when they are trapped with them on an airplane.

But alas, summer is approaching and parents around the world are planning their vacations. Well, if your destination requires a flight, and you have young kids, then you better do some advance planning. Trust me, I have learned the hard way. Having traveled on 10 overseas flights and 25 domestic flights in the past few years alone, with anywhere from 1-4 children, and once without my husband, I feel that I have acquired more experience than anyone should ever have for traveling with child ... Read more »

#Top 10 Travel Tips for Argentina

Top 10 Travel Tips for Argentina

Before traveling to Argentina there are a few things that you should know.

1. Money. Argentina has a lot of corruption within its monetary system. It is important not to carry large bills and to examine the bills that you are spending and receiving. Although Argentines are happy and tourist friendly, that does not mean that one of them might give you back a counterfeit bill. Click here for a quick website that will help you detect fake money.

Bills are generally wrinkled and thin, almost like Monopoly money. The money usually isn’t in the best condition, so handle with care. It is also important to know where a few ATMs are within your area. They have a withdrawal limit and often times run out. Also, remember to carry coins if you intend on riding the buses.

It can be a problem to cash traveler's checks in Argentina. It’s better to bring VISA and Mastercard, and draw ... Read more »

#Six best travel-booking tricks you re not using

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Booking travel: You're doing it wrong.

It took time after the recession, but Americans are traveling more these days. Leisure travel is expected to rise 1.9 percent this year, to more than 1.63 billion trips, according to the U.S. Travel Association. But travel costs are rising, too, with the average airfare creeping closer to the $400 mark and PKF Hospitality Research predicting hotels' profits will surpass their prerecession peak this year.

1) Search solo

A quirk of travel-booking systems is that they will show the lowest fare available to seat your entire party, said Rick Seaney, chief executive of FareCompare.com. "Everyone's fare is the same price," he said. So if there are two of the very cheapest seats left, one that's a little more expensive and four that are pricier still, it's only that last option that will show up in your family of four's searc ... Read more »

#Southeast Asia Travel Guide

The backpacking trail through Southeast Asia is well worn. People have been traveling it since the 1970s. Starting in beautiful Thailand, the trail makes its way to up-and-coming Laos, through Vietnam, and through the temples of Angkor Wat. It then heads back into Thailand, where people head south to party in the Thai Islands before moving down to into Malaysia and Singapore. There’s a few variations on the trail but this is what it mostly covers. The warm months of November-April draw the biggest crowds. Everyone is escaping the cold in Europe, and it’s not too hot in the region. Despite the vastness of the region, the tourist trail is much more uniform in many ways than Europe. Prices can be quite similar in places, transportation types don’t vary too much, and general travel advice is usually the same.

Destination Guides for Southeast Asia

Typical Costs

Accommodation Accommodation in Southeast Asia is rea ... Read more »

#Pre Existing Medical Travel Insurance

If you have a pre-existing medical condition or prior illness then Avanti promises to help you find the right cover at the right price. In fact we have helped customers with over 100,000 travel insurance policies so far.

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How Avanti can help you with pre-existing medical travel insurance

We are the medical travel insurance experts. We can provide full cover for most customers with pre-existing medical conditions, including cancer, heart disease and diabetes. In fact, we will cover a large number of medical conditions free of charge.

Everybody knows how important travel insurance is. If you have a pre-existing medical condition then medical travel insurance is a pre-requisite to your trip.

We are the medical travel insurance experts. We can provide full cover for most customers with pre-existing medical conditions, including cancer, heart disease and diabetes. In fact, we will cover a large ... Read more »

#Student Travel: Special Student & Youth Discounts on Airline Tickets – CheapOair

Sample Student Travel Flight Deals

Student Travel with CheapOair  

CheapOair offers student airfare at prices that fit your budget, whether you’re traveling for work, education or vacation. In addition to our already low airfares, you’ll save even more on flights by taking advantage of our student discounts, valid for travelers between ages 16 to 25. Book student airline tickets now and prepare yourself for an unforgettable travel experience!

Travel, work and live like a local. Working abroad while traveling is without a doubt the most immersive (and cost-effective) way to experience and learn the local culture first-hand. Make the most out of your stay abroad with CheapOair’s student travel deals.

Travel Insurance

Life is full of uncertainties, and there are no exceptions when it comes to travel. Get your travel insured and enjoy your trip without worrying ... Read more »

#Single Trip Travel Insurance

Backpacker

Compare the best single trip travel insurance deals

Travel insurance is a must if you are planning a holiday because it can offer a financial lifeline if something goes wrong. You might, for example, lose your luggage, have an accident, fall ill or even have to cancel the trip. It's absolutely vital to have insurance cover, so is single trip insurance right for you?

Single trip or multi trip? What's best?

Whether you decide to go for a single trip policy or invest in an annual policy will depend on how often you plan to travel in the year.

You can buy a policy for a single trip, usually of no more than 30 days, or you can opt for annual insurance, so you are covered for any number of holidays throughout the year. It's always a good idea to compare prices for both types of cover. But as a general rule, annual cover is more cost effective if you plan to travel long haul and take more than two or thr ... Read more »

#Places to Visit in Spain

If you’re visiting Spain for the first time, be warned: this is a country that fast becomes an addiction. You might intend to come just for a beach holiday, a walking tour or a city break, but before you know it you’ll find yourself hooked by something quite different – the wild celebration of some local fiesta, perhaps, or the otherworldly architecture of Barcelona. Even in the best-known places to visit – from the capital, Madrid, to the costas. from the high Pyrenees to the Moorish cities of the south – there are genuinely surprising attractions at every turn, whether it’s hip restaurants in the Basque country, the wild landscapes of the central plains, or cutting-edge galleries in the industrial north. Soon, you’ll notice that there is not just one Spain but many – and indeed, Spaniards themselves often speak of Las Españas (the Spains).

Partly, this is down to an almost obsessive regionalism, stemming from the creation in the late 1970 ... Read more »

#Reader Question: What - s the Best Way to Book a Cruise? MJ on Travel

Reader Question: What s the Best Way to Book a Cruise?

February 26, 2012 by Marshall Jackson 8 Comments

Reader S writes:

Hey MJ, I ve been following your blog for a few years and want to thank you for the content and I wanted to ask you, the Cruise Expert, a question as I ve only taken one cruise before in my life.

I m in the process of making travel arrangements for my in-laws (yes, I deserve an award to fly to Sicily for a vacation and subsequent cruise on the Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas around the eastern Mediterranean.  Anyway, my question is about booking cruises, specifically Royal Caribbean cruises, and what site/method you normally choose in order to find the best price. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks! 

Hello. Thanks for reading, and your email. There is no best way to book a cruise. In the past, I ve booked cruises on my own d ... Read more »

#Parveen Travels, Lowest Price Best Deals

Parveen Travels, started with just one taxi owned Mr. Allah Baksh in 1967, is an online partner of TicketGoose. It has its head office in Chennai and covers over 80 destinations including Chennai and Bangalore, with many more boarding points in South India. Its main routes include Madurai to Bangalore, Chennai to Bangalore and Chennai to Calicut. It has a fleet of over 1,000 luxury travel buses and caters to the Taj Group, British Airways, Hyundai Motor Company and Lufthansa Airlines. It is the first travel company to be accredited with ISO certification, besides being recognised with many awards, including the Global Excellence Award, National Tourism Award and Best Fleet Operator Award, for providing excellent services in the field of travel and tourism. Many in rural India are slowly coming in terms with the idea of bus ticket online .

Due to considerable increase in Parveen Travels online bus booking, the operator is currently wo ... Read more »

#Runtime Error

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Details: To enable the details of this specific error message to be viewable on remote machines, please create a customErrors tag within a web.config configuration file located in the root directory of the current web application. This customErrors tag should then have its mode attribute set to Off .

Notes: The current error page you are seeing can be replaced by a custom error page by modifying the defaultRedirect attribute of the application s customErrors configuration tag to point to a custom error page URL.

#Top 54 Complaints and Reviews about

Consumer Complaints Reviews

I booked a round trip flight for 2 from Seattle to New Delhi through Kayak. The total price of the Booking was $2162 for 2. They redirected my booking to this random backend called Vayama.com. They told me that it will take 48 hours for the booking to process. 36 hours later they got back to me saying that they couldn't find the flights and I will have to now pay $500 extra for the same flight. I was furious at this since the price was no longer available on the Emirates website directly either.

It's a huge mistake for me to carelessly follow Kayak's link to Vayama and book the flight. Anyway, here is my complain to them:

My dear friends at Kayak, it's really a shame you choose Vayama as your partner. I've been your loyal customer for the last five years. Every time I need to book a trip, by default I just go to Kayak and always I can get the good price and good service. Because of all these p ... Read more »

#Portable Security Safe

The Travel Safe is designed to keep your valuables safe from theft. It only takes a few seconds for a thief to steal your cell phone, iPod, jewelry, watch, passport or whatever you want safe. Whether it's a business trip or just a trip to the beach, for your locker or at school, the Travel Safe provides convenient security and the protection you need.

The sleek PolyCarbon strengthened ABS case provides an elegant appearance with it's lightly texturized surface. The resettable four digit combination lock with vinyl coated steel security cable enables you to secure the safe to a multitude of objects. A luxurious lining pampers your valuables while providing the protection you need. We also include a pouch for your jewelry, watch or other important items. The Travel Safe applications are limitless. It's a necessity at the beach or pool. Just place your cell phone, ipod, watch, jewelry, money, camera, etc. in the Travel Safe, lock it to your lounge chair ... Read more »

#Packing List for Women

Keeping things light makes you more mobile and in control. (photo: Dominic Bonuccelli)

By Joan Robinson

Rick Steves tour guide Joan Robinson teaches one of our most popular travel classes. Packing Light and Right. Here are the clothes and toiletries she takes along; for the rest of her list (including documents, money, and some creative extras), see Rick s Packing List .

Clothing

2 pairs of walking/comfortable shoes (one closed toe/one open, weather permitting)

1 rainproof jacket

2 pairs of shorts/capris (shorts are fine on the beach, but not in churches; capris are OK anywhere)

2 pairs of pants (one dressy, one casual; cotton blend is recommended: when washed, it dries faster than jeans)

1 belt (optional)

1 swimsuit

4 pairs of socks (cotton blend)

5 pairs of underwear (silk, lace, or micro-fiber dries quickest)

1 extra bra

4 6 shirts (long/sh ... Read more »

#Online Travel Agencies: More Than a Distribution Channel: Phocuswright, travel research, industry events & conferences

The purpose of this white paper is to explain the role of OTAs in the travel landscape as a significant and effective marketing and distribution channel. It specifically supports OTA value at broadening reach and attracting new customers including international guests to hotel properties and encourages hoteliers to effectively use OTAs as an integral part of their marketing and distribution strategies. The paper applies current research from Phocuswright and academic studies to support these perspectives.

Recent Travel Research Free Downloads

Download the recording and deck of the June 25, 2015 webinar sponsored by Lionbridge to understand how providing relevant engagement and guest experiences can boost your international business.

Customer experience management (CEM) is about ensuring that guests receive consistently outstanding service ... Read more »

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#Geocaching Travel Bugs from Groundspeak: The Geocaching Shop for Travel Bugs

After a Geocaching Travel Bug? You can buy a Groundspeak Travel Bug from The Geocaching Shop.

If you're not sure what a geocaching travel bug is let me explain a little. A Travel Bug is a dog tag with a unique tracking number. When purchased they come in pairs so you have a record of the Travel Bugs unique code. The purpose of a Travel bug is to allow you to track your own item on the Geocaching.com website.

What's the point of a Travel Bug

Travel Bugs get attached to items so that the items can tracked on www.geocaching.com. Geocachers buy Travel Bugs to attach to items and then hide these items in a geocache, a small container usually a clip top box or metal ammo box. Other geocachers will then find the cache and pick up the item with the Travel Bug. The Travel Bug and item should then be moved on to a different location and th ... Read more »

#National Rail Enquiries - Discounts for Groups travelling together

GroupSave

Groups of three to nine adults can get 1/3 off Off-Peak tickets when travelling together. The group must travel together at all times. No further discounts (using Railcards, for example) are available for any of the passengers.

There are certain days when GroupSave cannot be used on some services. Have a look at the GroupSave Calendar for more information.

Arriva Trains Wales - Small Group Day ticket

If there are three to nine of you travelling together on Arriva Trains Wales. you can save money by buying a Small Group Day ticket which offers a 25% discount to corresponding ticket. Valid within the Arriva Trains Wales network after 09:30 (Off-Peak Day/Anytime Day where there is no Off-Peak Day) Monday to Friday, all day Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays. All members of the group must travel together at all times to validate the product.

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#Online travel agencies return fire in war with Delta

photo by Ron Cogswell via Flickr

As travel websites offering cheap deals on airline tickets proliferate on the Internet, airlines are looking for more ways to lessen the sites impact. For Delta Airlines, the answer is completely withdrawing its data about flights, tickets and pricing from several third-party booking sites.

By forcing more customers to look for tickets on its own website, where they often spend more money, Delta boosts its profits and saves on booking fees to the agents. Furthermore, without comparison prices alongside, customers won’t know whether they are getting ripped off. Now online agencies are beginning to fight back against what they see is an unfair practice by Delta and other airlines. In a report by Travel Technology Association (Travel Tech), several travel websites — including TripAdvisor, CheapOair, and Hipmunk — have banded together to voice their complaints against the policy, and T ... Read more »