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Travel Tips: Handy tips for packing for your family trips

When you are going on a vacation with the whole family, it is important that you are prepared for things which you do least expect. Here are some packing tips which may help ensure that you enjoy that family holiday:

Tap the help of your kids

When they are old enough, your kids can help you pack for the trip. You can ask them to get the stuff that they want to bring and also their favorite toy to keep them entertained during the trip. You can get them a wheeled bag and tell them that they will also be responsible for their own luggage.

You can go thru their chosen stuff and pack the rest for them. You can also teach them early how to organize things for a trip.

Bring a lot of snacks

When you are hungry you tend to be cranky, so what do you expect more with the kids. Ask everyone joining the trip what they want to bring for snacks and drinks. You can ask them to bring something with them like peanuts, granola bars, or crackers in their carry on bag. When you buy snacks for the trip, it will be better to get individual packs rather than big packs so it can be easily distributed. If you are traveling on the road, bring a cooler and stock it with a lot of drinks.

Bring a first aid kid

Always make sure you have your own quick health aid kid when you travel. Just bring the common stuff like adhesive bandages, antiseptic wash, thermometer, gauze pads, tape, insect repellant, common over the counter drugs, antibiotic ointment, and hyrdrocortisone cream.

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Check Out Hotel Encanto!

Hotel EncantoOne trend that I have noticed that keeps popping up everywhere is boutique hotels.  That is exactly what the Hotel Encanto is and it is a brand new hotel in Mexico and I have to say that it is by far one of the most beautiful looking hotels in Acapulco.

Not only does it bring some beauty to Mexico, but this all-suite hotel is actually fantastic on the inside and the outside.  For example, the special effect lighting is remarkable, the clean lines are breathtaking and overall, this is a new and beautiful hotel overall.

You want different and unique?  That is what Hotel Encanto is all about!  It also has an organic spa.

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The Down Low On All-Inclusive Resorts!

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When it comes to traveling, everyone in the world is looking for the very best deal out there and that is why all-inclusive resorts are becoming extremely popular nowadays.  Do you know exactly what you are getting when you opt for this particular option?  Most of the time, people go into booking these resorts blindly and have no idea exactly what they are getting.

Well, that is what I am here for!  To let you know exactly what is included and what is not.  Most of the time, all of the meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, some activities, it really depends on the resort though, gratuities are included, nightly entertainment is included and of course room service.

What is not included is the airlines, spa treatments and of course any off-site tours, phone calls and any items you want to purchase.  So keep that in mind when it does state all inclusive, it is most likely not all included.

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JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. Live Opens!!

jw marriott at la liveMarriott is a brand that has been around for quite some time now and it is really hard to believe that this particular chain has been around quite that long.  However – they are constantly changing and constantly moving up and with the brand new JW Marriott Los Angeles opening up, I can tell you for sure, that this particular hotel is going to be incredible.

The JW Marriott Los Angeles is about 878 rooms large and offers up quite a bit of entertainment for there are a ton of things nearby.  ESPN Zone, Grammy Museum, Nokia Theatre, Staples Center – these are just to name a few!

This beautiful hotel is totally awesome and I think that it is definitely a hotel that you should check out whenever you are in LA!

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NYC’s First Gay Boutique Hotel Might Be Coming Soon!

leonardo-31799-16381395-imageIf you are planning on going to NYC for vacation and you are gay, you might want to hold off as New York City is actually slated to receive its very first gay boutique hotel … soon.  The Travel Inn right on 42nd Ave is slated to get a $20 million dollar renovation and become quite a beautiful and awesome gay hotel.

It is rumored to have its own dance club, about 123 rooms and an awesome pool that is even bigger and better than this one.  While it is all just a rumor right now, within a few weeks, we are supposed to hear if this particular hotel is going to start its renovations.

You want different?  This hotel is going to be different, unique and all around awesome for the gays!

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European Surprises for 2010!

svalbardYou know, you do not have to experience a European trip by vying for time and space with two thousand tons of tourists who are all trying to step on your feet. You don’t even have to wait to plan a trip during the off season. You simply need to consider taking a trip to some lesser known European cities.

Like Svalbard, Norway, for instance, which is pictured here. It is ideal for you snow babies who like nothing more than chilly temperatures and outdoor sports — and mystery, which you will definitely find in Svalbard’s dark fjords.

Or how about Languedoc, France? It is not choked with tourists. On the contrary, the charming town offers an amazingly authentic experience — and you can take cruises along the gorgeous Canal du Midi.

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Las Vegas Hotel Packages: Get Inked!

inkedWe all know Las Vegas is the place of memories and definitely the place where people do some wild and crazy things.  If you are going to Vegas and you are looking for a souvenir that is not only memorable but that is permanent then this package is for you!

The Holiday Inn Las Vegas is actually offering up a hotel package that allows you to get the hotel room and $150.00 credit towards a brand new piece of ink from Hart & Huntington Tattoo, the shop that was actually founded by Carey Hart and is features on A&E’s Inked reality show.

The package also includes car service to and from the shop as well as two drinks at the hotel bar and breakfast for two in the morning … awesome package – seriously!

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Leon Spain — The Best Place To Go!

20062500548258When you think about it, Spain is one of the most beautiful places in the world to visit.  There are so many different cities to visit and there is so much that you can see – like Leon for example.  This city is just eleven hours from Barcelona and I can tell you that this particular town is absolutely beautiful.

There are a ton of stone huts as well as some beautiful buildings – like this one here and I can tell you for sure that the overall culture of this particular city is absolutely amazing – in every way possible.

If you are thinking about traveling to Leon, just remember that it is far north of Spain and deep in the Catalunya country.

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Newark Airport: Voted The Best For Connections — Love Connections!

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One thing that I have noticed in all of my business traveling that I have been doing lately is that Newark is definitely the place for romance.  If you are looking to hook up with someone, I can tell you for sure that Newark is the place that you should go.  There was actually a survey taken that just proves that Newark Airport is actually one of the best for love connections.

Throughout the airport, I can absolutely promise that you will see not only a bunch of couples all over the place but you will see people chatting while they are waiting to board.  That is not something that you see everyday and never before do you see so many younger people alone in an airport.

The reason?  It is cheaper to fly into Newark and go to NYC that way versus flying right into NYC — believe me, it is easier and cheaper!

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CitizenM Hotel Rooms: What Are They?

CitizenMIf you are like me, you probably are looking for the best way to travel and the most cost efficient.  Well, I can tell you that if you are planning on heading on over to The Netherlands for about a month, you will definitely benefit form the CitizenM locations that are available all over Amsterdam!

Now – it might look a little weird because these pods are so, so small, but I can tell you that these things are actually going like hotcakes.  They are perfect for the traveler who does not care about where they are living for the next few months and is just looking for a space.

Also – CitizenM is giving away free nights so those who are Facebook and Twitter fans.  So make sure that you keep your eyes peeled!

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