Cost-Cutting While Planning

Now is a good time to admit that even if one wants to go on an extravagant vacation and visit Leap Castle – the most haunted castle in Ireland – or spend a night in the lap of Hilton-style luxury, it just isn’t very plausible. The money needed to fund that sort of venture is going to be very hard …


The Splendor and Luxury of European Castles

  • December 9th, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Travel Tips

The “Old World” of Europe has more than earned its moniker, being a cradle of hundreds of civilizations and cultures. The castles and palaces of the royal families of Europe are perhaps among the most enduring reminders of the glory of the past, which are now things that tourists might have a shot at experiencing. Some of the finest and …


The Macau-Hong Kong Ferry

Serious travel by boat or ship isn’t as important in North America as it used to be, but this isn’t the situation in much of the rest of the world. For most American travelers, taking a cruise isn’t necessarily a way to get anywhere, it is an end unto itself. And if you’ll forgive me, a somewhat artificial experience.
A cruise …


Popular Places to Stay During a Family Vacation

  • November 30th, 2011
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  • Travel Tips

It’s only once in a while when you get to travel with all the members of your family and enjoy a holiday together. Before you choose the place to stay during your trip, you need to know the good and bad things about your choices of accomodation.
Staying in a hotel, particularly luxury or five-star ones, can be very convenient. They …


Fun Things to Do for Your Beach Vacation

Vacations are meant to be a blast. After months (or worse, years!) of grueling stress and pressure of the daily grind, you deserve a break, don’t you? All you want to do is pack your swimwear, sunscreen, goggles and camera and head on to your favorite beach destination! Whether you go to sunny California, enjoy the Miami heat or visit …


Get the Best Travel Deals On the Web

  • November 2nd, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Travel Tips

The rapid success of penny auction sites is due to the fact that a lot of people these days are leaning towards the Internet in finding the best deals on the planet. One of the most sought-after ones are budget travel deals.
Budget travel is gaining significant prominence in the vocabulary of consumers. A lot of them have become fully aware of its …


Quick Pointers when Traveling Abroad

  • November 2nd, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Travel Tips

After a gruesome month of preparation for your friend’s baby shower, and collecting a bunch of gifts, among them diaper cakes and a lot other baby stuff, you feel it is time you spend some quality time with your significant other. You have been so committed to hosting your friend’s marvelous themed baby affair that you now realize how you compromised …


Keeping Your Home Safe When You’re on Vacation

  • October 17th, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Travel Tips

Before you go on a trip there are things which you should not forget to do in order to keep your house safe from burglars and fire. Here are some of the things which you must do before you hit the road.
Make sure you unplug all the appliances. One of the usual causes of fire in houses is a home …


Ultimate Vacation Spots with Kids in Tow

  • October 12th, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Vacation

It is that time of the year again when parents pack their kids’ bags along with theirs and head on to some wonderful vacation places away from home. Now is the time to resist the urge to pick up your iPhone 5 and dial your secretary’s number to ask for your schedule. Give yourself a break. Take some time off …


Corporate Housing vs. Hotel Stays

  • October 10th, 2011
  • Posted by travelingscribe
  • Travel Tips

When you signed your contract with the company, part of your job’s description was to travel from time to time to attend to your professional duties. Your wife may be complaining and nagging you for being away most of the time, thereby compromising quality time with your kids. But what can you do? Being a committed employee, you can never …