The escalating situation in the Middle East has had a serious impact on many frequent international travelers. For those that have plans that include the Middle East there are now concerns about an increase in terrorist attacks, getting stranded by air travel shutting down and getting caught up in civil unrest. Currently Westerners are particularlyContinue reading “Prepaid Travel, Insurance And Force Majorie”
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Travel, Money, Debit Cards & ATMs
International Travel And Using ATMs Some time ago traveling internationally meant getting foreign currency from your bank or going to a money exchange at your destination (never use the ones at the airport). Today things have changed a lot, credit cards are accepted everywhere and ATMs are common internationally. Money Preferences Credit Cards – OftenContinue reading “Travel, Money, Debit Cards & ATMs”
What To Expect In Airline Baggage Fees 2023
So far this year we’ve taken eight flights – all international and we’ve come to realize that we just don’t know what our bags will cost until we check-in at the counter. Twice we expected to pay US$70 per bag and nobody asked for money. On one flight we were told that a carry-on weighingContinue reading “What To Expect In Airline Baggage Fees 2023”
Clothes & Packing Ideas For Travel
The Right Clothes and the Right Gear Make all the Difference We’ve been doing a lot of traveling for around forty years and for the past couple of decades many of our trips can be as long as 30 days. Even on long trips people are amazed at how little luggage we have. Traveling lightContinue reading “Clothes & Packing Ideas For Travel”
International Travel? What’s In Your Wallet?
A Cautionary Tale Janet and her husband, Paul had just arrived in Switzerland one afternoon. Janet laid down for a rest while Paul went out to find a coffee shop. Two hours later Janet woke up to find that Paul hadn’t returned. She went down and checked at the front desk but nobody had anyContinue reading “International Travel? What’s In Your Wallet?”
The U.S. State Department Has Some Advice For You
Sometimes traveling can be concerning and with the chance of riots, civil disturbances and demonstrations rising around the globe, staying informed and taking extra precautions are recommended. Extra Protection While Traveling The United States State Department has a program to help you while you travel internationally. Travelers are urged to enroll in the Smart TravelerContinue reading “The U.S. State Department Has Some Advice For You”
The Intentional Travelers 