1. Haggis. It may be a favorite of the Scottish people but to the rest of the world it just sounds gross. Haggis is made by chopping up the liver, heart and lungs of a sheep and mixing them with diced onion, spices and oatmeal. Next, you pack this mixture in a sheep’s stomach, tightly secure the ends and boil… Read More
Top Ten U.S. Beach Destinations
The list of best beaches changes from year to year, according to the source and their criteria. But these places consistently make the top twenty list year after year. 1. South Beach (Miami, FL) 2. Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand, SC 3. Waikiki Beach (Honolulu, Oahu) 4. Mission Beach (San Diego, CA) 5. Virginia Beach, VA 6. Saint Pete Beach, FL 7…. Read More
Three Reasons Why You Need To Use a Travel Agent
Most people book their own travel these days, but there are times when it is advisable to use a travel agent. It is best to use a professional if: *it is a complicated trip/itinerary and you’re spending alot of money *if you are not familiar with the type of travel, such as luxury cruises or adventure travel *if you don’t… Read More
What You Need to Know Before You Book a Flight
When flying these days, there is a good chance that you’ll encounter a problem. Here’s what you need to know before you go: 1. WHEN YOUR FLIGHT IS DELAYED or CANCELLED: U.S. airlines are NOT legally required to compensate passengers for delayed flights because delays due to mechanical problems, air traffic control, or weather are hard to predict. But if… Read More
What You Must Know About Using a Credit Card Overseas
Credit cards are great because you don’t have to carry large sums of cash and there is consumer protection if lost or stolen. So, they are the best way to pay for purchases during your travels. However, there are some caveats: *The card may not be accepted everywhere so be sure to take a widely accepted credit card, such as… Read More
Are You an Adventure Traveler?
We all like to think that we have an adventurous side, but if put to the test are we up for the challenge? That depends on what the challenge is, doesn’t it? What exactly is adventure travel? Wikipedia defines it as “Adventure travel is a type of tourism, involving exploration or travel to remote, exotic and possibly hostile areas…Adventure tourism… Read More