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CONSIDER PURCHASING EUROS NOW FOR SUMMER TRAVEL 15 Mar 2013

After reaching a high of nearly 1.37 conversion in early February, the Euro has continued to decline in value compared to the US dollar.  It is currently about 1.30 and historically begins to rise again before summer travel.  If you are planning a trip to Europe this spring or summer, you may want to consider purchasing your Euros now.

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SUITCASE SECURITY 15 Feb 2013

Here are some tips to help safeguard your luggage and its contents:
  • Pack valuable items in your carry-on luggage.  If you must check it, take a photo of the contents, make an itemized list and copy your sales receipts, if possible.
  • Expensive bags are more attractive to thieves so you may want to avoid checking your favorite leather luggage and instead, opt for lesser expensive mainstream luggage.
  • Remove all prior tags and stickers from your luggage before traveling (except your ID tag) so information from a prior trip doesn’t confuse the baggage handler.
  • Consider placing a copy of your itinerary and contact information for your first destination inside your bag where it can be easily seen.
  • Lock your bag with a TSA-approved lock, but keep in mind that this is only a deterrent – they can be removed fairly easily
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TIME TO “EAT CROW” / FLIGHTS FOR A CRUISE 15 Jan 2013

For those of you I have advised to fly in the day before your cruise and those who are contemplating a cruise, a recent trip to Costa Rica reminded me that I need to “practice what I preach.”  To save time, I thought I would take an early morning flight through Houston to Costa Rica for my ship departing at 10:00 pm.  Little did I suspect that a severe storm would roll into Texas in December canceling all flights in and out of Houston for several hours, resulting in a late arrival into Costa Rica – too late to catch my ship.  An effort to save a little travel time, resulted in spending the next two days catching up with my ship in Nicaragua – at my own expense, of course.  I’ll make sure and listen to my own advice next time!

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MINIMIZING JET LAG 15 Dec 2012

When traveling a long distance by plane, get your vacation off to a good start by taking a few simple precautions to avoid or minimize jet lag.  Traveling eastward through multiple time zones tends to be more disruptive to our internal clock.  For more details, read this short article, How to Manage Jet Lag, but here are a few tips that help me:
  • Set your watch to the time at your destination when you leave
  • Stay well hydrated with water and avoid alcohol and caffeine
  • Exercise in your seat (ankle circles, knee lifts, etc.) and walk the aisles when possible
  • Wear an eye shield and use noise canceling earplugs when you need to sleep
  • Eat light and healthy meals during flight
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CARIBBEAN CRUISE SEASON 15 Nov 2012

In case you are not sure when the best time to travel in the Caribbean is…avoid August thru November as that is hurricane season.  Cruise ships can often safely detour if necessary, but you may end up disappointed in missing your desired destination.  Summertime is hot, so the ideal time is December thru April.
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