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Italy by Vespa or Ferrari

Italy by Vespa or Ferrari What the Tours Include: Complimentary ground transportation from the Santa Maria Novella Train Station located in Florence city center to your hotel in Chianti and return-trip ground transportation from your hotel in Chianti to Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station on our published times. Times outside of this can be […]

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Would YOU tie your head to your seat to get more sleep? -Relax Ally

Would YOU tie your head to your seat to get more sleep? – Relax Ally Introducing the travel eye mask that attaches passengers to their headrests Finnish brand Relax Ally has developed ergonomic sleeping mask Attaches to the back of your seat to stop your head falling forwards Prevents micro trauma resulting in pain to […]

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How to Pack so you NEVER Forget Anything

How to Pack so you NEVER Forget Anything In a nutshell, the packing process can be broken down into six steps: 1. Pack in Advance 2. Empty All Cabinets 3. Look Under the Bed 4. Write a List 5. Go Through the List 6. Final Spot Check Read the rest of the article by Erica […]

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16 Alarming Airline Secrets That Will Change How You Feel About Flying

16 Alarming Airline Secrets That Will Change How You Feel About Flying A curious Reddit user asked airline professionals for behind-the-scenes details about flying we might not already know. The answers (from flight attendants, pilots, engineers and frequent fliers) revealed a series of secrets you’re going to wish you never knew… either because they’re so […]

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Two Steps You Can Take to Avoid Germs on an Airplane

Two Steps You Can Take to Avoid Germs on an Airplane In an airplane, almost every surface is a danger zone. If you’re going to contract something on an airplane, Gendreau says it’s most likely to come from your seat, tray table, or the door knob of the airplane bathroom. If someone is sick on […]

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How to make your flight attendant like you

How to make your flight attendant like you Maybe you don’t want to please your cabin crew next time you fly. I know, I know, it’s their job to be nice, you’re the customer, they’re the employee. But if you’re good to them, they’ll be extra nice to you. So here’s how to charm them. […]

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How to avoid work email while you are on vacation

How to avoid work email while you are on vacation When we’re on vacation, many of us find it difficult to avoid all email. We need to check email for flight delays and hotel confirmations, but that also exposes us to work emails that can ruin our mood. Set up a vacation-only email to stay […]

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Best place to seat kids on an airplane to keep them calm

Best place to seat kids on an airplane to keep them calm Flying with kids or infants can be stressful. An easy way to calm your child is to book seats that are near the plane’s engine, so the noise puts them to sleep. Read the rest of the article by Mihir Patkar for Life […]

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How to Survive Public Transportation Abroad

How to Survive Public Transportation Abroad When you travel, you often have many options for getting around. Public transportation is the best way to save money and expose yourself to the local lifestyle, but it can be tricky to navigate foreign transportation systems. Here an article by Heather Yamada Hosley for Life Hacker on what […]

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The Worst Airports for International Connections

The Worst Airports for International Connections Nobody likes the hassle of making a connecting flight on a trip abroad. But if you avoid these three major airports, you might just save yourself some time (and stress). For the huge number of Americans who don’t live in a big city, flying internationally often means scrambling to […]

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