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Saturday, June 15, 2013

The Top 5 Airport Travel Secrets

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We’re headed into the peak summer travel season, but you can beat the crowds. The secret is to Know Before You Go.

This week, we’re trying something a bit different. We’re offering a 360 guide to surviving the summer airport crowds with the top five airport tips from Alyssa Caverley’s Know Before You travel series. We’re talking about what to pack, how to fit it all in a carry-on, how to upgrade in economy class, how to pick the right security line and how to behave in flight.

5. How to Behave On a Flight

Summer travel means more families flying and more kids on planes. But don’t be the person just complaining about the crying baby, instead be the change you want to see in the travel space. Help a parent out. It’s one of the five essential rules of airplane etiquette.

4. How to Upgrade an Economy Class Ticket

If you have a long summer flight or want to make sure your carry-on makes it on the cabin, then it’s time to consider upgrading to a preferred economy class seat. These days buying an upgrade is not just about buying an expensive business or first class ticket. Instead, discover these affordable economy class upgrades that can change the experience of flying coach.

3. How to Avoid Fees & Pack it All in a Carry-On

These days, unless you have status on an airline or are flying Southwest, you’re probably paying to check a bag. Instead, you can pack for a trip in just one bag. Find out the best luggage, helpful packing apps and some smart packing practices to fit all your travel gear into that carry-on.

2. How to Prevent Your Luggage from Getting Lost at the Airport

Okay, so you didn’t carry-on and know you’re spending the whole flight worrying about lost luggage. There’s a better way. If you have to check a bag, there are the updated tools and technology to help you prevent lost luggage and recover your bags if the worst case scenario happens.

1. The Fastest Way Through Airport Security

Getting through airport security can be one of the most exhausting and stressful part of your trip. Not to mention the increased waits. But you can pack smart, dress properly and even pick the right security line. Here’s the secret to the fastest way through security.

For more summer travel secrets, don’t miss The Time to Book Summer Travel is Now.

By Alyssa Caverley for PeterGreenberg.com

Friday, April 26, 2013

With Record-Breaking Sales, Mexico Tourism on Upward Track as Safety Concerns Wane

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April 25, 2013

Welcome to Mexico (Rinat Drim)

Suppliers, agents and tourism officials are reporting positive trends for travel to Mexico. In fact, some resorts and tour operators experienced record-breaking sales for the first quarter of 2013.

Travel professionals are giving credit to waning concerns about safety and security, along with unusually cold weather in parts of the U.S. and Canada.

“Safety fears have been on the decline for a while now,” said Jack E. Richards, president and CEO of Pleasant Holidays.

Similarly, Samarah Meil, owner and travel consultant with Amarillo Travel Network in Amarillo, Texas, noted that news about travel warnings in Mexico are far less than they were a year ago.

“I think it’s because of all the things happening here, such as Sandy Hook,” she said. “The fact is there’s no guarantee of safety anywhere these days. But that shouldn’t make us afraid to travel. If anything, I think people are deciding to go out there and live life.”

... In Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit, a building boom of new hotels and resorts is attracting visitors. Well-established brands ranging from Iberostar and AMResorts to Hilton and Hard Rock have debuted there in the past year. Intimate boutique properties and luxury hotels set on nature preserves are attracting celebrities, a desirable trend for any destination.