Month: February 2011

Luggage – How and What to Pack

Luggage – How and What to Pack?

Everyone knows traveling can be a great learning experience which can broaden ones horizons and at the same time can be quite entertaining too. Planning is an integral part of any and trip should be so planned that you can enjoy each and every part of your trip. Managing your luggage during the trip is also a very important aspect which has to be planned when on a trip. The possibility of losing your luggage during your trip is always there, other than that there are chances that your luggage can be broken into, be broken, or stolen. To avoid all these possibilities there are some precautionary tips that should be taken when traveling.

The first step is the quality of the luggage that you have to carry. Your luggage should be sturdy and durable. Everyone wants to travel light, but it does not mean that the luggage should also be very light. The luggage should withstand moving from one place to another in parts of journey and the handlers always do not handle your luggage with care. Another important aspect is packing. You should never over pack. There are quite a few chances that if you over pack the zipper of the bag will not be able to stand it or probably the seam will break down. However a protective belt around the bag will protect the bag. Folding the clothes properly and packing accessories properly in layers allow more items to be packed and also makes it easier to take out things.

The next step is to mark your luggage properly. Label your suitcases or bags so that it is easily made out. Always mark your initials not your full name so that if you are a woman traveling alone not everyone should know your name. The address on the label should have post office code so as no one is able to follow you to your address. A great tip is to tie some sort of colored ribbon on the luggage. It will make your bags easily identifiable where there are chances of having similar bags. Weight consideration should be taken while packing your bag so that it is not it is not overweight. Make sure the weight allowances that apply to you in your particular airlines. There are services that will pick up and deliver your baggage to your destination, make use of them.

Identification papers should not be kept in your baggage as if your baggage is lost then you will also be in danger of identification theft. Check your TSA guidelines before packing the bag so that TSA screening goes without hurdle. The carry on bag is very handy and can be easily managed. The items you will need en route should be kept in that. Items like medicines, entertainment items like books etc., bus ticket and other item needed during the journey should be kept in this bag. Your toothbrush and soap or wipes are must for this bag. In the end don’t forget to label this bag too so that is not mixed up with any person having same bag.

Packing for any trip need not become a challenging ordeal. Have a check-list of things you would require for a trip and pack accordingly. With a little foresight and organization, all the items you need can be packed without having too many things to carry. Pack carefully and enjoy your trip!

How an Act of Kindness can Benefit You

How an Act of Kindness can Benefit You

Most of the guests at Silver Sands Jamaica utilize the professional transportation services provided by Mysilversands. One of Mysilversands contractor drivers, doing his usual duties, picked up a party of guests who had completed their stay in a Silver Sands villa, and took them back to the airport at Montego Bay.
The guests had a great vacation! They went out more and did more shopping than they had planned, maxing out their credit and debit cards. But they had retained a generous amount of cash and gave it to their driver as a tip for the excellent service he had provided them during their stay.
These guests did not realize that their airline had not included the usual Airport Departure Tax in the cost of their plane tickets. Their airline also had not advised them of the departure tax, which is required in order to leave the island.
Furthermore, this tax, if not included in the airline ticket, can only be paid at the airport in cash. When the guests checked in and were asked for the cash for their departure tax, they were stuck! They did not know what to do.
One of the party wandered outside the airport terminal and saw that their driver had not yet departed. He explained their predicament to the driver, who promptly said, “No problem! How much do you need?”
The driver shoved his hand in his pocket and handed back the tip, and then topped it up with more from his wallet to make the total necessary to cover the departure tax for all the passengers. The guests could not believe their luck, thanked the driver, promised to repay the loan, and left.
A few days later, the driver received a package by courier. The guests had returned the money for the departure tax and an even bigger tip this time! Fair enough, the guests showed their appreciation for the driver’s act of kindness and trust.
But that was not the end of the matter. A few weeks later, the driver received a phone call from some guests staying at a nearby hotel. They needed a driver and they wanted him to take them everywhere they wanted to go. They had heard about him from their good friends, the guests stuck at the airport without their departure tax. They had decided immediately that he would have to be their driver during their upcoming visit to Jamaica.
And so the story of the trusting, helpful driver was passed on and on. The driver continued to please, providing his usual excellent service. All his customers took his  phone number and they passed it, with the story, along to their friends who passed it along to their friends, and so on. People the driver had never met would call up and say things like “I hear you are the most honest driver in Jamaica, can you do my tours please?” The referrals kept piling up.
This single act of kindness from this driver started a chain reaction which resulted in this driver getting more jobs than he could handle. And being the kind person that he is, he started referring the business he could not handle to his trusted friends. And these drivers introduced many of these visitors who were staying in hotels to Silver Sands villas, thereby generating new business for Mysilversands.

Air Transport Tips – Travel Kenya – Kenya Africas’ Safari Destination

Air Transport Tips – Travel Kenya – Kenya Africas’ Safari Destination

Air transport is the most commonly used mode of travel all around the globe when going for long distances. It’s a safer and an efficient way to move around various tourist destinations.<BR>
I have compiled a few tips about Air Transport to help you enjoy your travel:
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<LI>Before traveling, determine the baggage your airline allows per person so as to reduce your travel costs.
<LI>Prepare a checklist of items to carry and tick them as you pack your bag and then lastly put your name tags on each bag.
<LI>Pack only the items allowed by airport authorities to avoid any confrontations at the security screening rooms.
<LI>Incase you are carrying medical prescriptions, use medical records with your name to support them to the screening authorities.
<LI>Confirm and plan to arrive early at the airport for checking in, this varies from one airline to the other.
<LI>Never carry sharp or metallic objects on your hand bags instead try packing them on a separate luggage
<LI>Have your valid identity and travel documents at hand when going for check in or boarding the plane
<LI>Always carry your own luggage around the airport or in the plane, Don’t help strangers carry their own. You never know what’s inside!
<LI>Be prepared for any form of check up when going through an airport security check.
<LI>Be attentive to the crew members and know where safety exits and oxygen masks are, also ensure that your seatbelts are working before take off.
<LI>Follow instructions and respect each others rights in the plane at all times. this brings satisfaction and enjoyment on your trip.
<LI>Be courteous and consult the air crew incase of a problem.
<LI>Enjoy the snacks offered on the flight and incase of alcohol, Don’t ever indulge yourself, you still need to be sober when you land remember!
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Top 10 Sights in Rome

Top 10 Sights in Rome

If you are visiting Rome on city break, then you will need a list of the top 10 must see sites in Rome to visit. Below is a list we have compiled that will help you see the best 10 sights in Rome.

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is a must see as it is delicately decorated my Michelangelo. It was built back in the 1400’s, somewhere between 1475 and 1481.

St Peter’s

In 1452 this historical church was renovated, which took more than 200 years to complete. Here you will find works from Raphael, Michelangelo as well as many other well known architects. St Peter’s contains a total of 45 alters and 11 chapels as well as many priceless works of art.

Colosseum

This is considered one of the most famous landmarks of Rome. It is said to be one of the hottest tourist attractions.

Trevi Fountain

This place is truly a celebration of the things that make Rome so unique. It was built in 19B.C. It has been said that if you toss a coin in here you will definitely come back to Rome so be sure to bring some change with you.

Roman Forum

The word forum is Latin for market or open space. The Roman Forum is the home for many of the most important public buildings. This is a great place to see so be sure not to miss it.

Art Galleries

It has been said that the Roman Art Galleries are the home to some of the most beautiful works of art so be sure to stop by and see some of these beautiful places.

Vatican City

This is considered the smallest country in the world. This is the home of the Pope and it makes the territory of the Holy See.

Museums

There are so many beautiful things to see by visiting some of the museums located all around Rome. No matter what your taste is, you will be sure to find some favorite museums here.

Spanish Steps

These visually distinctive extensive steps actually connect the Church of the Trinita dei Monti and the Spanish Square. They give to all those who check them out, an outstanding view of the city.

Pantheon

This is perhaps one of the greatest of all time, spiritual building in the entire world. This is one site that you will not want to miss as it truly is spectacular.