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Since GolfPass launched in 2020, we've kept this column under lock and key. Only GolfPass members could read insider tips and travel golf news from our monthly column, “Secrets of the World of Golf Travel.” This month, everyone will be able to see what we have to offer. This is part travelogue, part newsletter, part travel guide. Anything related to golf travel is OK. We hope you enjoy our content. If you decide to lock it up again in the future, join GolfPass to keep following us. Here it is: “Continuation” cruise for golfers Villa Vie Odyssey offers golfers two-week…
Why not say goodbye to your travel partner at the airport security checkpoint to enjoy the luxury of TSA PreCheck? For travelers who value efficiency, this is a divisive question. While it provides a more hassle-free security experience, it can also cause a rift with your companions after leaving them behind in perhaps the most chaotic part of the airport. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck status expedites the screening process and makes it easy for travelers to complete their safety routine in just minutes. PreCheck users can also skip some of the hassles associated with regular security lines, such as…
Beth Santos is the author of Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel. … [+] World, solo. ”WWW.JennalynPhoto.COM Beth Santos, Founder and CEO of Wonderful, has twinning with over 45,000 solo female travelers around the world. This change-maker has now written a book to help more women see the world for themselves. Available in early March 2024, Santos is the author of Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel the World, Solo. Through her debut novel, Santos takes a fresh look at what is often thought of as solo female…
I had just hitchhiked from Helsinki, the capital of Finland, to the town of Mikkeli. During my university summer vacation, I was assigned a student exchange job at the local TVH (Ministry of Industry). It was Sunday afternoon and the office was closed. I didn't know any Finnish beyond “good morning,” so I entered the drugstore thinking that people who worked in the pharmaceutical industry would probably be able to speak some English, which turned out to be true. I did. When I asked about cheap accommodation, the kind assistant took pity on me and told me in English to…
As families across the U.S. continue to travel for spring break, the Federal Aviation Administration predicts next week will be the busiest of the season, with most planes taking off on Thursday, April 4.Safety tips for traveling on Eclipse Air in North America The FAA expects spring break crowds to peak with 50,670 flights on Thursday, April 4, and 48,904 flights on Friday, April 5. It is also expected that more than 50,000 flights will be operated on Thursday, March 28th. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is gearing up for the spring break travel season, which is expected to peak…
There's been a lot of discussion about skip plugging, an air travel trend that has taken the skies by storm in recent years. For some travelers, this method, also known as hidden city ticketing, can save big on airfare. For others, skip lag turns a normal flight into a travel nightmare, with penalties ranging from canceling your return flight to being banned from all future flights with that airline. The risks of slacking off often outweigh the rewards, as seen in many recent news reports about travelers facing such serious consequences if caught. I spoke to travel experts Anton Radchenko…
As millions of us take to the Easter skies, an unlucky few will inevitably end up waiting in vain at baggage claim for their missing suitcases.But some top tips from experts can help you get your luggage back as soon as possible, and help you receive compensation even if it's tragically lost.Lisa Minotiven reveals top tips for dealing with lost luggageCredit: ProvidedTop tips from experts will help you get your luggage back as soon as possibleCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe Sun's head of travel, Lisa Minotebun, recently boarded Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, the world's largest new cruise ship.Minotebun,…
You've RSVP'd and booked your flights and accommodations, but what about your attire? Peak wedding season is approaching, and weddings are usually held from late spring to early fall, but while keeping in mind the theme of your event, If you're having trouble finding the perfect spring wedding guest dress that's comfortable and flattering, you'll definitely want to keep reading. I love weddings. Food, dancing, and a celebration of love, these are some of my favorite events. And while I may be an anomaly, I'm not afraid to even admit that I love preparing for such occasions. Finding the perfect…
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) – Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe's ID-free travel zone on Sunday, taking another step in the countries' integration into the European Union. After years of negotiations to join the Schengen Area, access is now free for travelers arriving by air or sea from both countries. Land border checks will remain in place, however, largely due to opposition from Austria, which has long blocked the bid over concerns about illegal immigration.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the changes as a “huge success for both countries” and a “historic moment” for the world's largest free travel…
Current travel commissioner Ed Clancy wants to break down barriers that prevent people from walking and cycling. [BBC]Millions of pounds will be spent to encourage more people to walk and cycle around South Yorkshire in a bid to improve health and reduce congestion.South Yorkshire Mayors Federation Authority has secured £4.86 million from the government's Active Travel England agency.Most of the funding (£3.36 million) will be spent on improving walking and cycling infrastructure in Sheffield, Barnsley and Doncaster.Nearly £1 million will be paid for bike hire, training and maintenance, and £500,000 will fund a pilot project to provide residents with free…