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Tag: travel tips

Cape Town, South Africa – Things to Do

Cape Town, South Africa – Things to Do

Beautiful Cape Town is easily my favorite city in South Africa. It may be that I just feel comfortable here because the climate and the vibe are so similar to my hometown – San Diego, California - but I think relative safety and natural attributes are also factors. The best way to see this sprawling city’s sights is with […]

August 5, 2013 | Updated: October 31, 2014 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
The Royal Service from British Airways

The Royal Service from British Airways

We just flew from San Diego, California to New Delhi via London, and I was really impressed with the in-flight service. In fact, the royal service from British Airways had me feeling like a queen. To begin with the BA cabin crew couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. No request fazed them and – […]

January 18, 2013 | Updated: October 31, 2014 | By Elizabeth | 5 Replies More
101 Tips for Women Travelers

101 Tips for Women Travelers

This little book is chockablock with great travel suggestions I made a cup of tea about an hour ago and sat down to look at 101 TIPS FOR WOMEN TRAVELERS, edited by Harriet R. Lewis, Vice Chairman, Grand Circle Corporation. Frankly I wasn’t expecting to learn very much. I’ve been writing travel articles, guidebooks, and blog […]

December 19, 2012 | Updated: October 31, 2014 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
British Airways Travel Tips

British Airways Travel Tips

BA777 in flight We don’t get much for free from the airlines these days, so I was impressed with these useful British Airways travel tips. Whether you’re planning a trip or traveling tomorrow, take a look: British Airways collected these travel and baggage tips from their staff based all over the world. The videos, which are […]

February 13, 2012 | Updated: October 31, 2014 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More

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