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Do you have long standing travel plans?
What to do with that vacation time?
To travel or stay home is a choice with new meaning
Did you have travel plans before September 11th, 2001? Did you alter your travel plans or follow through on them as planned?
This is a question that many in the world have faced recently. None of us wants to let terrorism win in this world. Yet when you alter your plans because of terrorism, some may say that terrorism wins.
Only you can make that decision. I travel often, as part of both my career responsibilities and my love of travel. I currently have plans for an extensive trip to Italy. Have I canceled them? No. Have I at least thought about it? Yes. Any person would these days. How long one thinks about it is the difference between us. The biggest difference in my travel plans is that I will now be saving hundreds of dollars and facing less crowded places.
The important thing to do is to take that vacation if that's what you wanted to do. It may very well be more enjoyable and cheaper than ever. You may wish to just spend time at a nearby spa or resort. Get out the maps or explore this site and see what towns are within driving distance. My best trips have often been at the last minute or over a weekend. Being spontaneous bears fun and adventure (and great deals!).
Last minute deals and bargains abound right now. Take advantage of the great specials around the world or even in your own backyard. If you do fly and want to make it easier, try to pick smaller airports. For the most part, air travel is smoother than ever. It's the larger airline hub airports that make it difficult and have the long lines you see on television. Those are also the default airports for most people's travels. Instead of LAX in Los Angeles, try for Ontario or Burbank. Instead of San Francisco, try for Oakland or San Jose or even Sacramento. And you may want to avoid Denver International altogether. Florida airports are running smoothly and crowds are down so your warm winter getaway will be better than ever.
Traveling abroad, you may want to avoid going to certain eastern countries at this present time, but most in the world are as safe as ever.
The world was affected by recent events and many countries are showing sympathy for Americans as well as all the countries that took a loss. However, these days require caution and common sense. We always recommend trying to blend in with locals in foreign countries and cities and this takes on new meaning these days. Americans can be proud of their country without being an obvious target. Leave the hats and coats bearing American based logos at home. Wear neutral colors and avoid the latest trendy fads. As we usually recommend, at least attempt to speak the native language and follow basic customs. Carry your phrase book, practice the basics like “hello” and make the best of it. Showing an effort to accommodate goes a long way to getting some great foreign hospitality in return.
I hope to see you away from home!
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