Archive for September, 2010

What to do about lost luggage.

posted by Travel-a-lot
September 25, 2010

Tuscany 3 Piece CollectionEventually, if your luggage doesn’t arrive, you and the airline will have to face up to an ugly truth – your luggage has disappeared. 

First thing you have to do is put in a claim, itemize the contents and value including the cost of your suitcase.  Don’t exaggerate because if you do it can be very embarrassing if they find your suitcase and what you told them isn’t true.

 It will almost certainly take more than a week for your red luggage set to be deemed lost, and perhaps as much as a month.   It also depends on the airlines how this is handled, whether it was a domestic flight, international flight etc.   If you require more detailed information go to google and type in lost luggage.

Healthy Travel Tips

posted by Travel-a-lot
September 23, 2010

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Wherever you’re headed, you’ll want to feel healthy and strong.
Here are some helpful tips for not being under the weather when you’re
 going above the clouds.

Here are just a few precautions you can take ahead of time:

Make sure your immunizations are current.
If possible, delay your trip if you’re not feeling well.
If you’re prone to air sickness, ask for a window seat over the wing.
If you have any health questions, or if you suffer from a chronic
ailment, motion sickness, or fear of flying, ask for advice from your
 physician.
Stress is bad for you. Reduce stress by allowing plenty of time to
check in and reach your departure gate.
Always carry your medication with you—never pack it in baggage you’re
 planning to check.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing and shoes for your flight.
Want to read about some other ways to get ready for takeoff?

 Learn more about healthy travel tips, Before Your Trip not after when it’s too late…….

And while you’re looking into those Healthy Travel Tips you should check your attic to see if you require new luggage……If you do then please, stop by our online store to see all the new colors and styles for 2009…… Enjoy the new” SPECIALS ” we have on our new lightweight 3 piece luggage set.

How can I save money on my Rental Car rates?

posted by Travel-a-lot
September 21, 2010

    

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Shopping the Internet can be the quickest and best way to compare many Rental Car rates. If you are planning on purchasing extra items such as a damage waiver or insurance, you should also comparison shop those rates.

Make sure their mileage policy is favorable to you so you can avoid extra charges.

Airport fees can be quite large so you might see if it is worth it to use an off-airport facility. However, if the off-airport company picks you up at the airport, you’ll probably still have to pay some of the fee.

You can check their national reservation centers and their local offices; one may be offering a better deal than the other. ASK, if this is the best rate they have available.

Make your reservation as soon as you have decided on plans. Most Rental Car Companies increase their rates as reservations come in and their fleets become booked. Also, certain classes of cars will sell out and you may have to end up reserving and paying for a larger vehicle than you want.

Being flexible about your travel plans can save you money. Rental Companies that focus on the business or replacement market customers often have great weekend specials. The best rates are found during the off season and at other times when the Rental Companies have extra cars sitting around.

Check into booking your vacation as a package. You might be able to save by booking your car along with a certain airline, hotel or attraction ticket package.

Book the smallest car that you will need and hope for a free upgrade. But, remember you may get stuck with that small car.

Check into other size class vehicles. They may have extra cars in a certain class and be offering discounts for that size class.

Use coupons, but read them carefully for exceptions. Most upgrade coupons are “based on availability”, so if you have an upgrade coupon that you wish to use and also have a monetary discount coupon, bring them both. If they can’t honor the upgrade, they may still give you the monetary discount. Also, remember to book any coupons or discounts in your reservation.

Apply any special discount programs for which you are eligible.

When you get to the counter, ask if there are any upgrade specials available, they might have some good deals.

Please take care when you travel anywhere but before you do make sure that you purchase the 2 piece or 3 piece luggage set that suit your personality & your needs.

All of the Baggage You Need

posted by Carry_On
September 20, 2010

travelWhen you are an executive for a major company, an $8 backpack isn’t going to cut it as a carry-on. In order to look the part and garner the respect that you deserve, you are going to need quality bags and luggage. One of the best ways to save money and get everything that you need in one purchase is with an executive luggage set.

Executive luggage sets feature a variety of bags of all sizes, so you get carry-on and check-sized baggage in one matching set. Many even include specialty luggage, like laptop briefcases and overnight bags. There are a variety of sets from trusted manufacturers, like Coleman and Voyage, and when you buy in a set you are sure to get the best possible deal.

Won’t Wrinkle Your Clothing

posted by Carry_On
September 15, 2010

cj6400_ivorycream_groupMy sister is so picky about her clothing. Not only does she have firm opinions on how it should be hung and folded, she is also obsessive about how it should be packed. That means she’ll spend hours making sure it organized correctly in her suitcases.

Last Christmas I had a great idea. I decided I would buy her some new luggage as a gift so that maybe she wouldn’t have to spend so much time packing for her next trip. The CAYMAN 3pc Spinner Hardcase Luggage Collection that I bought her is roomy and closes without smashing freshly-ironed clothing.

Beautiful SanDiego, CA

posted by Travel-a-lot
September 10, 2010

Just another example of the savings when you become a Travel Club Member.

Located on 600 acres in the greater San Diego, California area,
Villas on the Greens at the Welk resort offers the perfect vacation…

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Luxury, convenience, style–it’s no wonder that Villas On The Greens
has become the premier new vacation ownership resort in the country.

This resort has been honored with Gold Crown status by Resort Condominiums International, a major worldwide vacation exchange organization.

When comparing the exact dates and unit size being offered through membership, we compared to the major travel providers but were only able to find two with availability….

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Expedia
$1,644.96

Hotels (.com)
$1,615.48

This incredible one bedroom unit is available right now through membership for only $398 for the entire week.

That’s a minimum savings of over $1,200.00 on this one week alone. These types of savings are available exclusively to our Platinum members.

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Enjoy Life!
Disfruta la Vida

P.S. Just a little reminder: When packing your possessions in an organized method… can save you space, and thus you’ll have to carry less luggage all together! If you want to do both, you might also consider a cruise down the Mexican Riviera as they leave from SanDiego every day! To help you with your luggage…you might want to check this 2 piece luggage set out.

Note: GRN comparisons are for informational purposes only and are
subject to availability.

 

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