Travel Tips and Smart Advice for Safer, More Comfortable, and Worry-Free Travel.

A portable travel carbon monoxide detector is a must-have and must-pack travel accessory. News reports of vacationers killed while sleeping due to Carbon Monoxide poisoning are rare. But they do happen even in luxury hotel rooms, vacation rental homes, and villas. Carbon monoxide poisoning can even happen at home. What is carbon monoxide? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless and colorless gas. You can’t see...

Looking for an anti-theft crossbody handbag for travel? If you’re planning on traveling finding an anti-theft crossbody handbag is a must and is always a popular choice for travelers.  Anti-theft crossbody bags or purses look like regular bags or purse however, their built security features are discreet so you can enjoy the sites with peace of mind.  Anti-theft travel bags are practical, comfortable, and can...

How to pack a suitcase or bag is a learned skill. Your best chance of packing just the right amount of clothes is to plan what you will wear each day or by activity re-using as many items as possible. . Think a long sleeve shirt could be a light jacket over a t-shirt or be worn separately. Over-packing will also leave less room in...

The difference between a travel charger and an adapter is rooted in their function Do you know the difference between a travel charger and an adapter? Do you need both or just for your destination? Here’s a quick read to clarify what your need to stay power upped and connected when you’re away from home. Travel Chargers or Converter A travel charger is also known...

The Mandatory Deadline for Presenting a REAL ID-compliant license to TSA is Now May 5, 2025 Due to circumstances resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Homeland Security has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline. The new deadline for REAL ID enforcement is now May 7, 2025.  The TSA will accept your driver’s license as an ID to fly now if it is a...

What People Steal From Hotels Have you ever taken something from a hotel? How about travel-sized shampoo or unused soap? Hotels expect that and even see it as advertising for the hotel you take home. However, what some people steal from hotels goes beyond that. Some hotel guests steal large and expensive items like towels and robes. No doubt you’ve found a card placed on...