A popular travel and tourism website recently surveyed over 2,800 travelers on any recent travels they may have been on and any upcoming trips they plan on taking. A staggering 43% of participants claimed they plan on staying in a vacation rental sometime in the next year due to the abundance of great deals to [...] [...more]
A popular travel and tourism website recently surveyed over 2,800 travelers on any recent travels they may have been on and any upcoming trips they plan on taking. A staggering 43% of participants claimed they plan on staying in a vacation rental sometime in the next year due to the abundance of great deals to be had. Another 24% said they have already stayed in or are currently staying in a vacation rental this summer.
Of all the participants, 60% said a last minute deal on a vacation rental would interest them and an amazing 87% said they would gladly choose a vacation rental over a hotel as long as the deal seemed better.
There are many reasons travelers choose vacation rentals over hotels and vice versa, but the number one reason with 78% agreeing on it was the amount of space available. Vacation rentals are much larger and usually offer a common area to gather in. They usually sleep more than a hotel as well.
77% mentioned they enjoy having access to a full kitchen which allows for family or group meals to be prepared and enjoyed together. Other popular reasons were the amount of privacy for romantic vacations.
The most popular destination in the U.S. for vacation rentals is in the South, followed by the West Coast, then the North East.
Travelers in search of hot summer deals should seriously look into vacation rentals. Many rentals offer comparable amenities to those of a hotel, but also offer much more space, privacy and the feel and comfort of home.
Jet lag is a short-term disturbance of the body’s ordinary biological rhythms after traveling by plane through different time zones. Our bodies’ natural time clock revolves around 24 hours. If you travel into a city where the time difference is large, your biological timer stays ahead or falls behind. There are things you can do [...] [...more]
Jet lag is a short-term disturbance of the body’s ordinary biological rhythms after traveling by plane through different time zones. Our bodies’ natural time clock revolves around 24 hours. If you travel into a city where the time difference is large, your biological timer stays ahead or falls behind. There are things you can do to minimize the effects of jet lag.
Practice Adjusting
Find out the time change before you go and start taking steps to adjust starting about a week before you leave. Start going to bed about half-hour earlier or later and work your way up. Doing half of the work before you get there will save you from having to make such a huge adjustment.
Sleep on the Plane
Take a nap on the plane during the first half of the flight. Stay awake during the second half of the flight. Do not use alcohol to help you sleep. It can cause you to swell, dehydrate or get constipated.
Bring a Pillow
As uncomfortable as it may be sleep on an airplane, a bean bag neck pillow and eye mask will certainly help. Wear comfortable clothing and drink plenty of water and chamomile tea. If the plane isn’t full, try to find some extra seats to lie down on.
Order Your Airplane Food Ahead of Time
Try to select a low-sodium, vegetarian meal. If that is not possible, bring your own food aboard. Carbohydrates like pasta will slow you down and make you tired. Chicken and vegetables will feed your system and give you energy with their protein.
Sleep or Wake Naturally
Supplements:
1. Melatonin
When the natural levels of Melatonin increases in your body, you feel sleepy. Taking additional melatonin in a tablet raises the levels in your system. This should be a last resort, because like caffeine, it messes with your time clock.
2. No-Jet-Lag
No-Jet-Lag is a natural product said to stop jet lag and can be ordered online.
3. Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 promotes energy. Also, Potassium and vitamin C are especially important to combat the strain placed on your immune system at high altitudes.
4. Herbalists
Ask a local herbalist, vitamin store and aromatherapy store to suggest the best herbs or scents to help awaken or calm you such as lavender or citrus.
5. Water
Drink water by the gallon and dab directly onto your skin.
Keep Moving
Get up and walk the aisles or step to the back of the plane and stretch. Once you have reached your vacation rental, take a walk or jog in a safe park or street. Use travel information such as a Miami Guide to find such places.
Get Out Into The Light
Stay on schedule. Get outside and allow the light to wake you up.
Do Not Sleep Long During the Day
If you decide you must nap, make it quick. Set your alarm in your hotel or short term rental to make sure you do not sleep for a long period of time.
The UK is a top tourist destination for US travelers and is often the first stop they make on a European tour. As a common landing area for US travelers, London has so much to offer including great shopping, especially if you get there during the sales periods. The sales at Harrods, the famous department [...] [...more]
The UK is a top tourist destination for US travelers and is often the first stop they make on a European tour. As a common landing area for US travelers, London has so much to offer including great shopping, especially if you get there during the sales periods. The sales at Harrods, the famous department store, are insane. London has plenty of great museums and a very rich entertainment industry with quality shows. There are several sightseeing attractions including Big Ben and Westminster.
Lodging in England can be very expensive in spite of the recent decline of the British Pound. Affordable hotels in London do exist and can be found but affordability is directly associated to quality. Visitors on a tight budget should consider a short term rental accommodation in London as there are many and they can be booked at great prices.
Fly internationally at discounted business or first class rates when you book through Cook American Express. Need to fly out tomorrow? American Express can save you thousands of dollars on last minute flights with discounts not available to the general public. These exclusive smart travel deals are made available because of American Express’ bulk buying and [...] [...more]
Fly internationally at discounted business or first class rates when you book through Cook American Express.
Need to fly out tomorrow? American Express can save you thousands of dollars on last minute flights with discounts not available to the general public. These exclusive smart travel deals are made available because of American Express’ bulk buying and access to a wide range of travel resources.
Take advantage of American Express smart travel deals and discounts for:
• First class or business international upgrades.
• “2 for 1″ fares
• Net fares and exclusive negotiated fares.
• Consolidated fares.
• Unpublished fares.
Because first and business class airfares are much more expensive than coach class fares, these special travel deals are exclusive to requests for international travel discount tickets over $1,200.
The American Express program of business travel management offers personal service from an owner-operated firm, free of the routine hassles of larger travel management companies.
For more information, call 866-924-3186. To get a free quote on your itinerary, write to us directly at jfleetwood@aol.com.
Need to find accommodations, today? For all kind of travelers the relatively new trend of short term rentals and corporate rentals can offer affordable to luxury accommodation worldwide.
If you prefer to stay in a worldwide vacation rental property in Miami Beach, Florida or in Florence, Italy, you could attempt to get an upgrade. This upgrade is only possible if you use a vacation rental agency. If you are dealing with an owner, you can probably get a rebate or request additional features. If you reserve [...] [...more]
If you prefer to stay in a worldwide vacation rental property in Miami Beach, Florida or in Florence, Italy, you could attempt to get an upgrade.
This upgrade is only possible if you use a vacation rental agency.
If you are dealing with an owner, you can probably get a rebate or request additional features.
If you reserve your holiday rental from a company, chances are, they may have plenty of different properties for all budgets and they will find a way to accommodate you request for an upgrade.
