Celebrated on the first Monday in September, Labor Day gets its roots from the Nine-Hour Movement in Canada. Peter J. McGuire, an American labor leader, witnessed the parades held in support of a printer’s strike, and returned to New York where he organized the first American Labor Day on September 5th, 1882. It became a [...]
Back to Basics: Boarding the Plane
December 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Back to Basics: The Low Stress Way to Get Through Airport Security
December 20, 2008 By Leave a Comment
After all the preparation that you’ve gone through, from packing efficiently at home, making sure that you have the important things in your carry on, getting to the airport, and checking your bags, you still have the daunting task of getting through the security screening process. After you check your bags, take a deep breath, [...]
Back to Basics: 8 Ways to Get to the Airport on Time
December 10, 2008 By Leave a Comment
With all the rushing around during the holiday season, one place you won’t want to be rushing to is the airport. While you can get away with being fashionably late to your office or party or neighborhood gift exchange, airport counters and security lines are not that forgiving. This will be a busy travel season, [...]
Carnival of Travelers: Holiday Travel Edition
December 7, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Welcome to the December 7th, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Travelers! Our theme this month was Holiday Travel & Events, and we have a handful of great posts representing this theme. From tips for holiday travel, to holiday events, to great holiday sights, these travel bloggers joined into the holiday spirit, sharing travel with [...]
Back to Basics: Holiday Dinners on the Road
November 5, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Whether you’re traveling during the holidays to celebrate with loved ones, or perhaps to get away from those same loved ones, sometimes you’d just prefer a holiday dinner in a restaurant, rather than at home. And, for those of use who find that we must work and travel over holidays, like many airline personnel, there [...]
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