Transportation – JourneyHere.Travel

What to Pack in Your Road Trip Emergency Kit

Julianne Will — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 21:01:58 +0000

I’d never wish you a catastrophe on your next road trip. But thanks to climate change, the odds are increasing that you might run into flash flooding, a forest fire, hail, a hurricane, a blizzard or even a bomb cyclone, and you might need to sit in your car as you wait to evacuate, let the weather pass or allow emergency crews clear the area. Beyond this, there are your average automobile…

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The Pros and Cons of a Viking River Cruise

Julianne Will — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 21:35:39 +0000

Viking River Cruises had not sailed onto my radar until my mom and dad cruised the Rhine River several years ago. And I don’t think that I would have considered a cruise for myself until my dad passed away, and I decided to sail the Danube River with my mom. It just seemed like something that older people did. (I know — I’m 50. Go ahead and laugh.) But from the minute that we met our Viking…

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Must Know Tips for Flying – Your Go-To Guide for Air Travel

Heather Smith — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:59:29 +0000

Are you embarking on an adventure by plane soon? Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or a first-time flier, preparation is the key to success. Some of these tips are specific to United States residents, but most apply to anyone flying. We’ll walk you through the steps to prepare for your flight, from the best apps to download to must-have documents and the perfect in-flight snacks.

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12 Pointers on Traveling Better from The Points Guy

Julianne Will — Fri, 12 May 2023 01:31:01 +0000

Do you ever wish that you could roll like a baller, jetting around the world on a whim and staying in the finest hotels? Even if you’re not traveling first class, you could be traveling better. I attended the Denver Travel and Adventure Show recently and sat in on a presentation by Brian Kelly, the founder of The Points Guy, the preeminent voice on using points from loyalty programs and…

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How to Survive Long Flights Comfortably

Julianne Will — Thu, 12 May 2022 00:15:30 +0000

For someone who loves to travel, I’m not built for it at all. I have fibromyalgia, for starters, and a whole host of other issues that may or may not be related. I even landed in a hospital in Uganda thanks to swelling in my ankles after 24 hours of flights and layovers that led to an infection. So when it comes to surviving a long flight, I’ve had to learn a few tricks the hard way.

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Beginners’ Guide to Public Transportation

Heather Smith — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:38:15 +0000

For many of us in the US, public transportation is not something we have regularly used. Many of us who live outside major metro areas and don’t use public transportation often find it to be a challenge. And public transportation in a foreign country can be a terrifying prospect. Also, I am directionally challenged, struggle with maps, get anxious and flustered when even marginally confused so…

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Beginners Guide to Car Rental – 14 Car Rental Tips

Heather Smith — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:11 +0000

Renting a car in your destination gives you a lot of freedom, but it can also have some disadvantages. I weigh this decision carefully. There are a few key points I consider first. Is the cost worth the freedom? Am I trying to cover a lot of ground? If so will this save me time? How challenging or expensive is parking if I have a rental car? If I am traveling overseas do I feel comfortable driving…

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