Ever wonder what happens to used hotel bars of soap? Each month, hundreds of thousands of hotels and motels across the world discard tons of slightly-used soap. These products often end up in already overflowing landfills. Now there is an organization where hotels and motels (and you!) can contribute leftover soap. Clean the World is [...]
Pack your own washcloth! Here’s why! Many hotels in Europe do not provide washcloths in the rooms. Bath towels and hand towels are always available, but do not count on having a washcloth. I have stayed at many hotels through Europe and never noticed an absentee washcloth before, but recently had a shared experience with [...]
When I travel to a new country, my habit has been to ask someone at my hotel as to what the local tipping customs are. I always get the same answer. “Tip whatever you want to give.” That answer doesn’t help me at all! I want to know if I’m going to get a food [...]
Something simple like dialing a telephone number can be very tricky and time-consuming when it is an international number that you are dialing. Here’s a great resource that will help you know exactly how to dial no matter which country you are in or wanting to call. I also use the World Clock Meeting Planner for [...]
A stay-connected tip from Dan Verdick’s book ”The Business Traveling Parent: How to Stay Close to Your Kids When You’re Far Away“. For younger kids, hide a note in the cereal box and make sure your spouse or caregiver knows the children need to have that cereal in the morning. When they pour it into [...]
Have a few wet-wipes (moistened towelettes) in your bag. I love these for cleaning my hands before eating when I cannot get to water, for a quick face wash or stain removal. You can order them from minimus.biz or pick up a few for free if you happen to wander into a casino. They’re also great [...]
Why are you on the road and how often do you travel? I used to consider requesting a permanent cot at O’Hare Airport, better known to frequent travelers as ORD. And better known to more frequent travelers as Orchard Field – hence the acronym. That’s right, the land under what is now Chicago’s bustling O’Hare [...]
Renting a car and need a GPS? Consider buying one! When you look at the daily rate for a GPS it may be less expensive to buy a GPS than rent one. About 9-10 days of a rental car’s GPS is the breakeven point vs. a purchase, but you’ll end up with a GPS you [...]
Skip the brightly colored nail polish when traveling. It chips too easily and leaves your hands looking unfinished. Instead, buff and polish nails to a natural glow for a clean look, or apply a neutral, sheer color that won’t call attention if it does chip. I’m on a month-long trip and all I have is a [...]
Traveling internationally and can’t get your point across? Here’s an easy way to be understood without words. Use Point it! It’s a travel dictionary for when you find yourself in a country where you are not too familiar with the language. All you have to do is get out your Point It! and point to the [...]
