Posts Tagged ‘air travel’
The Value of a Vacation
While vacations provide obvious benefits such as the chance to get away and explore somewhere new, travel has been associated time and time again with a variety of other benefits. Proven to alleviate burnout and workplace stress, vacations can impact your health in a very positive way. Making time for your needs will allow you…
Read MoreBest Sunrises and Sunsets in America
Today marks the summer solstice and one of the longest days of the year for the Northern Hemisphere! Many spots around North America are the best of the best for striking sunrises and sunsets. Orbitz has highlighted its favorites in the first ever Sunny Awards. Best lunar-like Sunrise: Maui, HI Best Great Lakes Sunset: Saugatuck,…
Read MoreImagining Air Travel Ten Years From Now
The Airline Passenger Experience Association has released its most recent “global survey of passengers,” collecting information from over 1,500 travelers from eight countries. From this survey, APEX was able to understand that passengers are looking for a customizable experience and the ability to be “thoroughly connected and wired.” It is clear that over the course…
Read MoreTips for Avoiding Jet Lag
Whether you’re taking a short flight within the same time zone or jetsetting across the globe, traveling by plane can leave you feeling tired and worn out. Preventing and avoiding jet lag is possible with the right planning. Start trying to adjust your internal clock several days before departure. By getting onto a new schedule…
Read MoreNational Parks Track Visitors, Improve Services
In efforts to better understand tourists’ habits and improve provided services, various national parks across the country are utilizing movement tracking systems. Various parks are hoping that tracking visitors’ movements will help them not only to understand effects on the ecosystem but also to better provide necessary services and infrastructure, such as trails, restrooms, and parking…
Read MoreThe Airplanes of the Future
While it is still quite a while away, scientists are looking at new technology that would help airplanes to “self-heal,” or fix themselves while on the go. A team of researchers out of Bristol University has developed a high-tech material that would repair cracks on an airplane in a way that is similar to the…
Read MoreLonely Planet Names Best Spot in Europe
Lonely Planet has released its “10 Best Places in Europe” list this week, naming a variety of up-and-coming destinations for travelers to consider visiting. These spots are often overlooked or known by locals but not by tourists. While it can be wonderful to explore the capital cities and see the touristy sites, consider checking out…
Read MoreThe Best All-American Vacations
While many are planning European vacations this summer due to the favorable exchange rate, you might still want to consider exploring the many amazing destinations that the U.S. has to offer. Travel Channel has ranked the best all-American vacation options for you to check out this summer. Florida Keys Overseas Highway Redwood National and State…
Read MoreDealing With Data For Overseas Travel
When it comes to traveling abroad, using your phone can be an expensive way of communicating. Most Americans do not have international data plans, and for this reason it can be a challenge to plan for overseas travel if you don’t have the right information. Start by talking to your phone company to be sure…
Read MoreFlying For the Future
Every other year, Airbus hosts a competition to bring together the brightest students from the arts, engineering, finance, and business sectors. These students work together in teams to create ideas that will facilitate and improve commercial air travel on a large scale. Five teams are chosen from many applicants to present their proposals before a…
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