'Flying standby' means that you, the passenger, are put on a waiting list, called a standby list, for a given flight. Passengers on standby are assigned any extra seats on this flight as they are available. Many airline travelers find themselves flying standby when their original flight has been canceled, when a delayed flight causes them to miss a connecting flight, or when they fail... read more »

Travel to Egypt is a wonderful journey back in time to touch the face of antiquity, but costs can add up, especially for the first time visitor to this great country. Perhaps booking with a travel agent is the easiest way to go for the rookie, but for people who don't mind piecing the tour package together for themselves, a trip to Egypt can be half of the retail travel agent price if you ma... read more »

1. Stay at an all inclusive resort - I've often made the mistake of avoiding all-inclusive resorts because of cost and lack of variety. I tell myself I need to go to a city and see everything, not just the inside of a luxurious resort. But when you need to truly relax and let go, an all inclusive resort can be the perfect escape. Not only are you taking a break from work, but you don'... read more »

Times are tough right now, no question. But if skiing is a passion, or simply a fun family trip, you do not have to sacrifice it. There are quite a few ways to make skiing affordable. 1. Spring Skiing. Lift tickets during the spring are typically much cheaper than the prime dates between December and February. Check the resorts website for exact lift tickets, and be sure to find the dates cor... read more »

We all know the wonderful traditional way of celebrating St. Patty's. You wake up and you drink. And then you drink some more. And then you just keep drinking yourself to utter oblivion. It's stupendous! But what about celebrating without passing out? Believe it or not, there are ways to do that too! Here are some: IRISH BREAKFAST Start your day with a delicious Irish breakfast... read more »

My high-school had an exchange program with a rural public school in France which resulted in a 2 week trip - 1 week spent in Paris exploring with our very fluent professor/guide and the other spent in a home-stay with a student from the school who was involved in the exchange program. This advice is based on my experience and the experiences of my classmates who were on this trip. Interest Essay ... read more »

Planning a ski vacation can be stressful in itself. Skiing and snowboarding are expensive sports and planning a vacation around this can be daunting. Some of the questions you must identify are: Where should we go? Should we stay at a hotel or rent a cabin? Do I need to rent equipment or buy gear? Read on for some tips and advice on how to plan an affordable winter getaway. Deciding where to take ... read more »

If you plan on studying abroad in Europe and have never been there before, then congrats! It is always wonderful to think about traveling to new places, meeting new people, and immersing yourself in foreign cultures. Planning is one of the most exciting parts about traveling, and this article is meant to give you some ideas to think about as you begin to plan your adventure. WHERE WILL YOU BE ST... read more »

Don't Get Mixed Up Before we get into all the tips on getting to at elite status be sure to ensure that the hotel you will be staying at counts towards earning your elite status. Some hotels, especially in particular resort areas, will not count your stays toward earning elite status. One Hotel Brand Only Based on the sort of travel that you do or where you are traveling to, I suggest... read more »

O.K., everyone knows that flying Business Class is a pleasure and a half. The leg room in itself is worth plenty, not to mention the better food, service, and a guaranteed pillow & blanket. But, Economy Class has its benefits too. For one, by purchasing this ticket you are saving yourself a few hundred dollars that you can spend on a less raggedy suitcase. At the same time you can still make y... read more »