Travel Insurance Basics
...one of the first things you need to decide before taking out any kind of travel insurance is whether or not want to insure yourself for a one off trip or whether it would be more cost effective to take out a longer term travel insurance policy. Some companies will offer you annual cover for not much more cost than if you buy travel insurance for a one off holiday.
In addition, make sure you dont have travel insurance with your credit card. Although this kind of travel insurance cover might be rather basic you might decide that it is sufficient for your needs.
When you are buying travel insurance you are looking for three different types of cover:
1)Emergency medical treatment
2)Cancellation / interruption cover
3)Personal belongings
The far most important of the three and th...more
Airlines Not Choosy About Losing Luggage
... mishandled baggage, and its not expected to get better anytime soon. According to the July 2007 Air Travel Consumer Report issued by the US Department of transportation, in may 2007, airlines mishandled 5.93 bags per 1000 passengers; a 25.2% increase over May 2006. Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for air travel because of family vacations, sporting events and off-site business functions, which have compounded an already existing problem of airport congestion. Add that on top of other issues such as heightened security measures, long luggage check-in l...more
Finding the Cheapest Airfares
...ne, especially on International Flights, remain in the airport until the sun rises, then catch a cab/bus to your destination.
6] If you are a senior, ask the airlines for the Senior's Fare. If they say they do not have a Senior's Discount Fare, ask them what happen to it? Some US Airlines sell Coupons to passengers age 62 and older.
7] If two or more persons are traveling, ask the airlines for the 'Companion Fare"
8] Travel during 'Low Season'. Your flights, hotels and car rentals are cheaper. When...more
Enchanted Islands - Air Tours in Kauai, Hawaii
...lls and miles of Kauai scenic coastlines and beaches. The flights are slow-paced enabling you to see sweeping panoramic views. Every seat is a window seat.
Other Air Tours include:
Hang Gliding Adventures
Flight Seeing Air Tours
Helicopter Air Tours
You will be loaned a flight suit for the hang gliding air tour adventure. Closed shoes and a sweatshirt will be required for warmth. You will be able to communicate with an instructor through a noise canceling headset and helmet. Each participate wears a floatation device.
Flight seeing air tours are offered in Kauai as an alternative to the high price of Kauai helicopter tours. There is no weight limit like on a helicopter tour. Anyone can enjoy a breath taking air tour.
H...more
