Las Vegas is as far away from Fair Dinkum travel as you can get. And this is where we are going over a weekend this summer. We will be seeing a a show and then trying out a few restaurants. Our favorite natural area around there is Red Rocks. If you haven't taken the time to go thru there while in Vegas, you are missing a beautiful sight. Not to mention a great salve for your over stimulated assaulted senses after walking the strip.
But I digress, My first line of lodging, AirBnb, this is first city I have seen, where this is not the best option. We want to stay on the strip or at least not more then a block off.
Tip 1. When making hotel/ lodging reservations in Vegas, LOCATION is everything, one block off in the wrong direction or two far north or south of the main drag defeats the purpose of location. Have a map out of all the big name hotels and really get a feel for how far you are. Use Google Maps to walk the area around where you want to stay. Make sure it is safe.
Las Vegas has done a great job of providing multiple transportation modes along the strip, but you do not want to walk thru an unsafe area to get to them.
Tip 2. Check out hotel prices vs. AirBnB. We found (first time ever) that a hotel is going to be closer and more cost efficient then a room via AirBnB.
We will be evaluating and staying at the Carriage House. It has mixed reviews on Trip Advisor, but mostly good and inexpensive.
I will go over on another blog, how to really read a Trip Advisor Review.
REVISED: TripAdvisor review of the Carriage House in Las Vegas
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Monday, May 4, 2015
How to get the most out of your points for travel and vacations
I should be saying, "use your best travel credit card, rack up those points travel for almost free". And this time next year, I hope to be saying that. Many friends travel for work so their points add up quickly and from only a few sources. One close friend, her husband travels to China once a month. They get tons of points... And use those through out the year. Another close friend uses and researches points like others do coupons. Every hotel stay they have done they are either paying 1/2 due to points or racking up points for another trip.
Using points needs to be easy, simple and a natural part of everyday life. This was a website that I posted about a few years ago, I just went there and now he also has an app.
The Points Guy : is a wonderful site that helps you Maximize your travel.. I have connected the link to the beginners page. It is much less overwhelming then his main page. But required reading if you want to maximize your travel rewards and points.
Before you start out for your Summer and Fall Adventures, Visit the point guy and incorporate some of the best options into your travel and daily shopping. By next year, Check in and lets see how many points you have. I will also be doing a running total every few months to see how I am doing as well.
Fair Dinkum!
Using points needs to be easy, simple and a natural part of everyday life. This was a website that I posted about a few years ago, I just went there and now he also has an app.
The Points Guy : is a wonderful site that helps you Maximize your travel.. I have connected the link to the beginners page. It is much less overwhelming then his main page. But required reading if you want to maximize your travel rewards and points.
Before you start out for your Summer and Fall Adventures, Visit the point guy and incorporate some of the best options into your travel and daily shopping. By next year, Check in and lets see how many points you have. I will also be doing a running total every few months to see how I am doing as well.
Fair Dinkum!
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Travel Sites for finding the best air routes and costs.
Getting ready for summer or early planning for Fall Vacations. Here are four great sites and apps. that will help you save money and get the best deals possible.
Hopper : When to Fly and Buy, is online and like many others also can download the app to changes on flights you want.
Which Budget : Searches airlines of all sizes for the best routes and costs. Most only cover top airlines.
Airfare WatchDog :Promo codes for airline sales and prices
Yapta: Notifies you when prices drop and many times you can get a refund if already purchased.
Hopper : When to Fly and Buy, is online and like many others also can download the app to changes on flights you want.
Which Budget : Searches airlines of all sizes for the best routes and costs. Most only cover top airlines.
Airfare WatchDog :Promo codes for airline sales and prices
Yapta: Notifies you when prices drop and many times you can get a refund if already purchased.
Sunday, April 26, 2015
How to help the people of Nepal
Our hearts and thoughts are with the people of Nepal and the surrounding areas. Most of us are not able or is is appropriate to physically go to Nepal to help. There are Legitamate well trained groups there now.
Please review the list and give as you feel called.
The list below is partial list compiled by CNN
Each organization has a link. For a full report on what each agency is doing please use the link above.
Here is a partial list of the agencies.
Nepal Red Cross There connection is not constant, so please try back if you get the blank screen. They are at the heart of the relief efforts.
Americares Has began dispatching teams to assist in the search and rescue efforts.
CARE Is also on the ground and providing temporary shelter and ready to eat meals.
International Medical Corps is on the ground coordinating their response and sending additional staff and resources to support relief efforts. You can support the Nepal Earthquake Response online, or by texting MED to 80888 to give $10.
Please review the list and give as you feel called.
The list below is partial list compiled by CNN
Each organization has a link. For a full report on what each agency is doing please use the link above.
Here is a partial list of the agencies.
Nepal Red Cross There connection is not constant, so please try back if you get the blank screen. They are at the heart of the relief efforts.
Americares Has began dispatching teams to assist in the search and rescue efforts.
CARE Is also on the ground and providing temporary shelter and ready to eat meals.
International Medical Corps is on the ground coordinating their response and sending additional staff and resources to support relief efforts. You can support the Nepal Earthquake Response online, or by texting MED to 80888 to give $10.
Friday, April 24, 2015
Eco-Friendly Luxury Resorts
Here is a list from Travel Chanel of Eco Friendly Luxury Resorts... I have lots of reasons why there are other great options without having to sleep on the beach and be bit by local bugs. But to be fair, this is a great article on (for some) having the best of both worlds.
For me to have a Fair Dinkum Experience, immersing yourself in the culture, the people and the geography is mandatory not a choice.
I have written articles about Bed and Breakfasts and AirBnB.. both let you become a part of the area you are visiting.
We have stayed in hotels, usually for two reasons.
One: In some countries there are safety concerns and tour guides and hotel security is a must.
Second: Business trips. When I know that I am only there for a conference and am in the middle of traffic and in the business district. Hotels are a great option.
Aside from that, Explore the world the Fair Dinkum Way!
For me to have a Fair Dinkum Experience, immersing yourself in the culture, the people and the geography is mandatory not a choice.
I have written articles about Bed and Breakfasts and AirBnB.. both let you become a part of the area you are visiting.
We have stayed in hotels, usually for two reasons.
One: In some countries there are safety concerns and tour guides and hotel security is a must.
Second: Business trips. When I know that I am only there for a conference and am in the middle of traffic and in the business district. Hotels are a great option.
Aside from that, Explore the world the Fair Dinkum Way!
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