Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Carol on Houston’s KHOU Offering Travel Tips

Carol on Houston’s KHOU Offering Travel Tips

Carol recently appeared on KHOU, Houston’s CBS station, to talk about Travel Tips for spring break and beyond. Read the article and view the video on their website.  Read More →


Travel Gem for March 11th

Travel Gem for March 11th

When leaving your hotel to go for a run, wear a wristband, ankle band or shoe pouch that contains your name, mobile phone and contact information. A great source for these products is at RoadID.com.  Read More →


I’m Leaving My Husband … Again!

I’m Leaving My Husband … Again!

It’s early morning, still dark outside, and I’m on my way to the airport again. I kiss my husband good-bye saying, “Call you tonight” as I run out the door with my luggage rolling behind me. My busy workweek has begun. I’ll be at client offices through Thursday and then I head back home again. I keep extremely busy all week and the days go very fast – for me anyway. While I talk with... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 10th

Travel Gem for March 10th

I keep learning this the hard way–When you first get into a rental car, find out where these key items are turned on and off: Door locks Headlights Wipers (front and back) Emergency lights Emergency brake It is very unsafe to be fumbling around the dashboard trying to find out where to turn on the headlights when it becomes dark as you are driving. And it is distracting to your driving to... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 9th

Travel Gem for March 9th

Sleeping in a hotel room can be tough. I’ve found a great way to relax and fall asleep to the scent of lavender tucked into my pillow case. Lavender is said to be a great natural remedy for calming nerves and helping to ease you into a sound sleep and the scent is wonderful!  This is why a few hotels give out lavender spray upon check-in. Get your very own lavender sachet at Zen’s Purple Garden.... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 8th

Travel Gem for March 8th

When looking for the best deal at a hotel, ask for the concierge floor or bed and breakfast rate. While it may be $50 more a night or so, it will include breakfast, perhaps a light dinner and complimentary water and soft drinks. When traveling with a spouse or children, this can save a lot in meals and beverages.  Read More →


Travel Gem for March 5th

Travel Gem for March 5th

Leaving your kids at home while you travel? Keep them busy with creating their own  ‘postcards’ of what they did while mom was away. Each day have them take a 4”x6” or so piece of paper and draw a picture about something they did. If they’re old enough, have them write a few sentences on what they learned or what fun they had. Have them address it to mom and draw a stamp on it like it’s... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 4th

Travel Gem for March 4th

Ever have to cram clothes from one bag into another to avoid overweight baggage fees? Don’t you hate doing this on the airport floor with people walking all around you? Now know the weight of your luggage before you get to the airport check-in counter! Check out the Balanzza Digital Luggage Scale. It weighs 10 oz. and can weigh up to 100 pound bags. Other frequent fliers have found this digital luggage... [Read more]


3 Reasons Why You Want to Use SeatGuru Before You Fly

3 Reasons Why You Want to Use SeatGuru Before You Fly

Even though I have flown more than 1.5 million miles, I am always learning something new about travel. This week’s lesson came from a source close to home. My husband flew from Orlando to Los Angeles this week. He was on the upgrade list for First Class and was #1 on this list. Unfortunately there were zero open seats left. Before boarding his coach seat, he asked the gate agent for a ‘better’... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 3rd

Travel Gem for March 3rd

Ever feel rushed when reviewing your hotel bill? Here’s a quick way to check hotel or cruise bills for accurate restaurant and other purchases where a gratuity is included:  During your stay, adjust the amount of the tips so that each room charge ends with the same digit. For example: Add enough of a tip to end each charge in an odd cent (17.03, 25.43 …. Notice the ‘3’ at the end of each charge). ... [Read more]


Travel Gem for March 2nd

Travel Gem for March 2nd

Looking for great facial cleansers without all the liquid? Travel with easy to pack, non-liquid make-up removers.  Several to choose from: Olay Make-up Remover Towelettes , Pond’s Clean Sweep Cleansing and Make-up Removing Towelettes with Chamomile and Green Tea and Facial Cleansing Tissues by Olivella are available at Amazon.  Read More →


Travel Gem for March 1st

Travel Gem for March 1st

Avoid missed flights and getting stuck in a middle seat. Always confirm your flight info the night before your trip – better yet, a few days before. When booking your flight weeks in advance, the departure time may change from what you originally booked.  You do not want to arrive at the airport only to find your flight left earlier than you thought. The plane configuration may also change, resulting... [Read more]