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How to plan for the perfect vacation! (Part 1)

December 10th, 2017

A lot of people work with vacation days in mind. They eagerly check the days that are left and breathe a sigh of relief when the day finally arrives! The vacation that they have in mind often is not a reality due to a lack of proper planning. What plans do you need to have [...]

Are you counting down?

October 1st, 2017

It seems as if Decemberis much more anticipated more than any other month. This time of year people start counting down because they plan to take on home improvement projects or go on overseas trips. What should you do before you plan for your vacation this year? Travel Changes It’s important to check if the travel [...]

Money Saving Tips when travelling!

May 15th, 2016

Summer is right around the corner and for a lot of people, that means vacation time! Vacations can be fun and relaxing but they can also be stressful if not planned properly. We usually plan for the big items, such as airfare, hotel and car rental fees. However, we often forget to budget for other [...]

Can you afford a cruise?

July 21st, 2015

It’s a vacation dream. You sail away from home and discover new places. You can travel in groups and turn it in a family reunion or you can have a couples getaway. Of course, the cost of a cruise might make it seem to be out the reach of the average Jamaican. I decided to [...]

Travel Tips for Consumers!

July 12th, 2014

This time of year signals the start of vacation season. Schools have closed their doors for two months and those persons who saved up their vacation time find that they have two weeks of freedom. Those who are smart savers might have even managed to put aside enough funds that will allow them to splurge [...]

Travel Tips for the Holidays

November 22nd, 2013

Teri Ann Renee Paisley, Gleaner Online Writer I love to travel. It does not take much invitation for me to pack my bags and me at the airport ready to fly the ‘friendly skies’. However in recent years, travelling by aeroplane has not always been a pleasant experience. Heightened security, long wait times and severe [...]