'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 »

The number one place to visit during Thanksgiving holiday has to be Plymouth, Massachusetts. The celebration is so organized; you and your family can partake of all the festivities and still make it to Grandma's house or your house for the Thursday dinner. The celebration of America's Hometown is held the week-end before Thanksgiving. A patriotic concert kicks off the festi... read more »

Chicago is one of the greatest cities in America, and should not be missed by any traveler, old or young. In the summer there are festivals taking place every weekend, and during the holidays there are many celebrations downtown with lots of family friendly activities. If possible, try to schedule your trip for a long weekend, ending on a Tuesday or Wednesday (or even longer if you'd lik... read more »

Disclaimer: This is my best advice for a party of epic proportions, your typical barely-post-college "rager". Those seeking advice for elegant cocktail or wine-and-cheese parties, while your mission is valid, read no further: you'll find no counsel here. The most generic, the most obvious, the most familiar parties are the most fun. Do not be embarrassed by this - own it. Own it... read more »

Having been the organizer of many successful birthday parties (I've surprised my husband three years in a row), I feel like I have the authority to pass on a tip or two. This article will help you throw a super secret surprise party that will be sure to blow away the lucky recipient. 1. Know your Audience: The most important tactic in throwing a successful surprise party is to know the perso... read more »

Every wonder where the biggest bottle of Scotch Malt Whiskey in the world calls home? Well it's at the Clockhouse Restaurant in Tomintoul, Scotland. The bottle holds 105.3 litres of Tomintoul Single Malt Whiskey and it's 14 years old. IT was made in Germany and found its way to Tomintoul in August 2009. Authenticated and verfied by a team of experts, the cock was hammered in and the bot... read more »

Traveling into Hong Kong Hong Kong is one of the most expensive countries in the world, but worth every penny that you drop in this gorgeous place. Granted, if you have the expendable cash to travel to Hong Kong you probably expect to have a little fun and based on the ticket price you will for sure need to know that the fun here runs a little steeper. Your first purchase is your airfare of c... read more »

In preparation for your big trip to a Middle Eastern country, it is a good idea to do some research and understand the expectations and customs of the county you will be visiting. Here are some things to keep in mind when planning for your trip: Packing: Inquire about the various rules and regulations about bringing different items into the country. In many parts of the Middle East, alcohol is sti... read more »

Travel guides have different styles. Some guides cater to the sophisticated traveler while others cater to the more adventurous. Some give detailed hotel reviews while other give general overviews of an area. Don't be fooled by an attractive cover. It is what is on the inside that truly counts. Lets go over two of the major travel guides out there. Lonely Planet: This is my favorite tr... read more »

If you are not using it, turn it off. Once you've turned it off, unplug it. We always hear people say "turn off everything when you are not using it": running water in our showers or as we're brushing our teeth, or lights and TV when we leave the room, that's a great start, but there's so much more you can do. For example, a lot of common electronic devices (... read more »