This year, it’s going to be different. In 2020, we’re all going to work hard, quit those bad habits and be better people in general. And for those of us who travel, this is the time when we resolve to keep our cool in the security line, behave ourselves on the airplane and eat more healthily when we’re away from…
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If uncomfortably narrow seats and unsuccessful attempts to fall asleep while sitting upright have tainted your memory of flying economy-class style, you’re not alone. While many would say seat comfort is one of the most important aspects of flying, some airlines have taken over-the-top measures to make sure their passengers have the best of the best, from incredible airline beds…
If you’re daydreaming about your upcoming spring break vacation, you’re probably thinking about that vibrant tropical drink with fruit slices and those delicate toothpick umbrellas hanging over the rim. But beware - hidden behind that beautiful frosty-glass façade lies a dangerous duo seeking to undo any progress you’ve made in your beach-body diet: calories and sugar. And of course, we’re…
From the heavenly scent of crisp, golden French fries to the delectable whipped cream-topped caramel macchiato, our favorite guilty-pleasure foods are everywhere in the small confines of the airport terminal. While junk food lovers may consider this heaven on earth, those attempting to maintain a solid diet plan are often overwhelmed by the thought of eating healthy at the airport.…
The New York Times recently had an article shining a light on what it’s like to travel with a loved one who’s autistic. As the article pointed out, no matter how many precautions parents might make, their stomachs are going to be in knots until they return home. So… how can you help? It boils down to patience and understanding,…
Daredevil skydiver Felix Baumgartner recently captivated the world with his 24-mile leap from the edge of space to a nice soft landing in the New Mexico desert. During his leap into history, Baumgartner reached speeds of 834 miles an hour. Well, damn. In honor of Fearless Felix, here are 10 extreme things you can do as you travel the globe…
This Friday, October 5th is the 50th of the first James Bond film, Dr. No. Over the last five decades, 007 has traversed the globe while battling bad guys, and he’s always done it style. But he hasn’t always… uh… made healthy choices. And sometimes it showed, like when a pudgy Sean Connery huffed and puffed his way through Diamonds…
We’ve been discussing how to behave yourself when you’re visiting a foreign land; what are the specific expectations of etiquette when traveling, and what does your body language say about you in various countries? In Part 3 of our series on travel etiquette, we look at table manners around the world – should I slurp this food? Should I use…
When you travel to a new place, you usually have some concern over making sure you adhere to local customs and etiquette practices (assuming you have some level of self-awareness). What’s the proper greeting? How do I cross my legs without offending someone? Is my go-to hand gesture considered obscene? Smart travelers pay attention to travel etiquette, and we’re here…
We love to travel, but getting there can be hell. Air travel in 2012 is typically inconvenient, but as wise folks often say, it is what it is. But compounding the inconvenient reality of flying to an exciting new destination is a seeming explosion of rudeness that plagues much of our travel these days. Many people are just less considerate…