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How To Travel to Maui with Children

lstoller — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:12:18 -0500

Dreaming about a family trip to Maui? You're sure to have the time of your life, but before you say "aloha," you've actually got to plan your adventure. Each family has its own set of needs, and traveling with children can be overwhelming. What do you want out of the trip? Here are a few points to consider as you plan your family trip to Maui:

How To Enjoy London's Hyde Park

apolman — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:03:23 -0600

Hyde Park is one of London's grandest parks. It dates from the mid 1500's, when King Henry VIII acquired it as a hunting ground. Today Hyde Park serves a larger number of purposes and due to its large size and diverse array of features it makes a fantastic location to spend a day. Entry to the park is free and opening hours are from 5am to midnight. To enjoy your day in Hyde Park you might like to take on board some of these handy hints.

How To Plan a Family Vacation in London, England

apolman — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:53:49 -0600

London, the capital of England, is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. It has a reputation of being a rather busy and expensive city and probably not the place you'd most likely choose for a family vacation. Don't let this deter you. London is a great place for a family vacation and many activities that can be enjoyed by children don't cost all that much. Let this guide help you to plan your getaway

How To Plan a Family Vacation to Sydney, Australia

apolman — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:49:13 -0600

Sydney, Australia, is often mistaken by many foreigners as the capital of Australia; it's not. Sydney is well-known for many things such as the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, the 2000 Olympics, great food and great fun. If you have ever thought about taking a family trip to Australia, then this guide is for you. There are so many family friendly activities that will have you tucking the kids into bed worn out every night! Check them out:

How To Drive Long Distances Safely

omehaney — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:43:40 -0600

It's inevitable that we have to drive a long distance at some point in our lives and we would like to do so safely. Whether we are going on vacation or moving cross-country, getting the drive over with as quickly as possible is usually the objective. Before embarking on your next four-wheeled adventure, consider the following to help you stay alert and safe:

How To Travel with Children

teamlarson — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:44:22 -0600

Traveling is one of our family's favorite activities, but it hasn't always been that way. When I was a child, each Christmas we'd take a long road trip to see each set of grandparents. By the end of the trip, my brother and I were covered with war wounds from our back seat fighting, and my parents were no longer talking to each other. What started as a happy holiday trip would inevitably turn into a scene out of "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation."

Family travel can be enjoyable and instill memories that will last a lifetime if you take a little time to plan. Here are a few simple tips that will help:

How To Save Money on Accommodations by Hostelling

triple1 — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 18:23:33 -0600

Backpackers and students have known about hostels for generations. Nowadays, the differences between hostels and hotels are diminishing. Many adults, including those with families, save money by staying in these cheap accommodations.

Modern establishments often provide many unexpected extras like:

Shuttle service to and from airports, railway terminals, etc.;
Comfortable guest 'common areas' with cable or satellite TV;
DVD players and extensive DVD libraries;
High-speed Internet access - free or at a price;
Safety deposit boxes for guests' possessions;
Guided city tours;
Building or guestroom access doors with computer key-cards;
Private rooms and private bathrooms.

Many of these amenities are what you might expect from a high-class hotel. However, accommodations do differ.

How To Plan a Trip to the Holy Land

nancylapid — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 23:37:27 -0500

Do you keep putting off your visit to Israel, as if it's a trip you can make only once in a lifetime? Are you intending to go someday when your kids are grown, or your life is in better order, or maybe after you've won the lottery? I'm here to tell you: Stop putting off your first trip. Go this year! Here's how to plan it.

How To Plan a Maui Vacation

erik — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:57:29 -0500

In Maui, they say, "Maui no ka oi," which means "Maui is the best!" Now, of course, in Kauai, they say, "Kauai no ka oi" and in Oahu, they say, "Oahu no ka oi," but in Maui, it's really true. Maui has a little bit of everything for everyone, from beautiful beaches to remote, unspoiled territory to bustling shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Here are some steps to help you plan your Maui vacation:

How To Plan a Christmas Vacation

Beth141 — Sat, 24 Feb 2007 16:46:00 -0600

For many people, the perfect Christmas is one spent at home, sitting around their own Christmas tree, opening gifts and eating a home-cooked meal. For many others, though, Christmas is a great time to get away, to go some place exotic, or to take a traditional trek to a favorite resort. If you're thinking that Santa's got the right idea - traveling the globe during Christmas - and you'd like to plan a Christmas vacation of your own, consider the following trip-planning tips.