It’s a pleasure to dine during business class airline travel because most airlines provide menus with delicious choices for the business class travelers.  And good food just tastes better when served on porcelain plates.  If you have a special diet, you can pre order your meal prior to the flight.  Of course, with business class airline travel beverages are complimentary, which includes fine wines and champagnes.  Wonder what those guys in the economy class are having?

When you use business class airline travel you can save if you travel with a companion.  Usually a companion gets a deep discount and sometimes even flies free.  Other than that, discounts are hard to come by unless you’re willing to sacrifice time and flexibility.  In other words, fare discounts for business class airline travel may be offered for non-direct flights that include layovers, but it  could end up costing you time, money and convenience in the long run. Read more

While doing things at the last minute is rarely ideal, sometimes it is a necessity, perhaps you have to attend a job interview in another state, or visit an ill relative, and sometimes you just feel like a break at the last moment.  Whatever the reason, last minute air travel deals are highly sought after, and knowing how to find them can be a very useful skill.

Ask Your Travel Agent

Your travel agent is likely to be the first person you think of for a regular holiday, but many people assume that the last minute deals they offer are less than bargains.  This is a common misconception, and in reality it is well worth asking your travel agent for last minute fares, as they have knowledge of offers that the general public may not know about.  Booking through a travel agent is quick and easy, and you often get a very good price. Read more

Whether you’re flying or driving to your business destination it’s costing more and more to get there and back - and that eats into the bottom line of profit.  There are many obvious solutions, which include using a motorcycle, bicycle, more fuel efficient car, public transportation or you could even walk.

Some businesses are resorting more to shipping their products and following up by phone and encouraging their employees to become less car and travel dependent.  When possible, the face-to-face business call is becoming a thing of the past. Read more

AAA car rentals is one of the companies to take a look at if you are really looking to find the best deal on car rentals. AAA car rentals is almost synonymous with saving money when it comes to renting a car for whatever reason.  How is this possible? Because  AAA car rentals is a big company and that makes it easy for them to offer lots of different deals on rental cars.

AAA Car Rentals: Is It Really Cheaper?

AAA car rentals are definitely cheaper because the company is so large. The AAA company is can offer you attractive discounts simply because they can afford it. Even other rental car companies offer deals with a AAA car rentals  membership, simply because they are getting something from AAA as well. This means that you can take advantage of your own membership with AAA by getting a car through one of these companies. Read more

Going thru airport security these days requires proper planning.  If you have any airplane banned items in your carry on luggage, it is almost certain that they will be confiscated by airport security.  So you need to plan well and pack any such items in your checked luggage.   

For starters, you need to review information on air travel rules and familiarize yourself with the list of airplane banned items. Bear in mind that airplane banned items can apply to carry-on luggage as well as items in checked baggage.  Still, there are times when you inadvertently pack an airplane banned item  in your checked luggage or in your carry on bag.   Have you ever wondered what happens to that item when it is confiscated? Read more

If you are a healthy, travel-loving, energetic, globe-trotting senior, we have something great for you.  Have you considered a trip to Las Vegas?  And if you have already been there, isn't time for another trip.  We would like to share some tips to make your trip easy, enjoyable, memorable and above all, lots of fun.

What To Pack?

This depends largely on what time of the year you are going. How much you take will depend on how long you're going to stay.  If you want to have the best time, you u have got to be selective and smart about the items you pack to take with you.  Las Vegas travel is easiest for seniors who take some comfortable walking shoes, small binoculars, a digital camera, swimsuit, laptop computer, fanny pack, sun screen, and all their medications. Read more

There are many companies that have luxury rental cars.  Some have names that are nationally known and others are more local.  If you are looking for a specific luxury rental car, be sure to check out several companies that offer vacation rental services.

If you’re thinking about driving up the coast of California, or even checking out the fall colors in Vermont, a convertible would be a fun luxury rental for a vacation.  This can be an enjoyable way to experience the great outdoors as you tour through the beautiful scenery. Read more

If you want to have a good vacation, you have got to be organized, and an organized vacation often begins with travel packing lists.  The worst way to start off a vacation is with insufficient planning.  Lack of proper planning can lead to a chaotic beginning of what could otherwise be a wonderful vacation.  Throwing things into a suitcase at the last minute happens to people from time to time, but this should be avoided as much as possible. 

One way to have an  organized vacation is to use travel packing lists.  This helps you decide what you will take on vacation and what will be left at home.  Forgetting some athletic shoes when headed for a tennis camp can waste a morning of practice while shopping for shoes.  Buying a camera in a tourist trap can be expensive so a list reminding yourself  to put the camera in the bag will most likely save you both time and money. Read more