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Be flexible!
Some of the best travel experiences happened when things didn’t go according to plan. It’s often these unpredictable adventures that are the most rewarding and offer an opportunity for the best stories.
Create a Flight Necessities bag
Don’t worry about getting out of your seat to grab items from your stowed away carry on! Bring a small bag with you on your travels just to eliminate these instances. In this bag, pack the items that you will need throughout your entire flight. When you use a small bag, you will be able to access everything you need without leaving your seat. Stow it under the seat in front of you or if small enough, store it in the seat pocket in front of you. Pack items such as gum, necessary medication, water bottle, headphones, and a pillow or blanket if you need them!
eBooks!
Lightweight, easy to pack!If you like to read and haven’t purchased an ebook yet, do so. They are wonderful –easy to use, lightweight and enable one to store numerous books without the extra weight and room that real “books’ require.
Early to bed & Early to Rise
When you arrive at your travel destination, follow Benjamin Franklin’s “early to bed and early to rise” philosophy, set alarm to local time, enjoy a light meal with no caffeine, go to bed early in the evening and awake refreshed, no jet-lag, and ready to enjoy a full day of new scenery, adventures, and tempting cuisines.
Don’t request a non smoking room; request a non smoking floor:
If you have breathing problems or just don’t like the smell, a non smoking room isn’t enough. Smoke can still fill the hallways around your room. Make sure you request a non smoking floor so you are comfortable in all areas of the hotel.
Disinfect:
Bring some disinfecting wipes and wipe down the remote control, light switches, phone and other areas that may have been overlooked by the cleaning staff.
Know the emergency exists:
You never know when there could be an emergency. Make sure you know where the exits are!
Use Mobile Apps!
Before you travel, download city apps on your mobile device for the cities where you will have free time or an extension where much time is on your own. These city apps give museums, historical sites, dining options, and other interesting places to visit. These apps give maps and directions on how to get to the best sites and other information.
Breaking the Language Barrier
You may think the language barrier is a large wall to climb, and it can be, so why not start small? Some important and common phrases you’ll want to know before traveling to a foreign country are: “hello,” “please,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” and “good-bye.” Once you’ve mastered those try: “Food,” ‘hotel,” “airport,” “train,” and “bank.” Although it is estimated that 1.8 billion people in the world can speak some amount of English, we think connecting with the culture and learning a thing or two isn’t so bad!
Learn about where you’ll visit
Rent a travel video or a feature film of your destination; you’ll learn a lot and they’re fun to watch. Libraries can also provide you with a wealth of information. Learning about your destination’s history, culture, government and people before you leave will make your journey more meaningful.
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All eyes will be on the skies over New Mexico's largest city October 6-14 for the 41st Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. More than 600 hot air balloons are expected to lift off in mass ascensions from launch fields spanning the equivalent of 54 football fields. The balloon fiesta is a nine day even tand is the largest hot air balloon festival in the world. Balloon Fiesta Park, from which the balloons are launched, is located on the northern edge of the city.
This fall also marks the final chance to join in New Mexico's yearlong 100th birthday celebration. Special statehood centennial events include "Dinosaur Century: 100 Years of Discovery in New Mexico" at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. In October, the exhibit focuses on some of the state's earliest and largest residents—giant dinosaurs.
Spend a weekend at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm, located in the city's pastoral North Valley. Designed in 1932 by John Gaw Meem, the "Father of Santa Fe Style," the 20-room guesthouse combines luxurious lodging with field-to-fork dining. During your stay, get a hands-on taste of farm life by working in the gardens or fields, or milking a goat and collecting eggs in the "Barnyard Animals 101" program.
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You wouldn't think a country so close to England would abound in opportunities for cultural misunderstanding. But France's culture is Latin, and its language gave us the word etiquette, not to mention faux pas. Among certain Americans, France has a prickly reputation and in fact, the mayor of Paris has waged several politeness campaigns in his city but getting along in this ancient European culture is relatively simple. You just do what you'd do in any place where you'd want to come off well: Play by its rules.
Wine
Since in this case you'll be having beef as your main course, it'll be red. NEVER pour your own glass at a restaurant. Always wait for the server to fill it for you. If you're at a dinner party, the host will do the pouring. Women, especially, should always have their wine poured for them by men. If you don't want more, don't drink too much from your glass; it will be refilled automatically.
First course
Asparagus stalks, served lukewarm in a hollandaise sauce. How to eat it: Asparagus is one of the few French foods that can and in fact should be eaten with the hands. Lift a spear by the large end and take bites starting at the tip. You may dip for extra sauce. Leave uneaten on the plate about a quarter of an inch, at the broad end of the stalk.
Second course
Langoustines, poached in a bouillon called a nage, with carrots, celery, onions, salt, pepper, and white wine, and served in a soup plate. How to eat it: Use your hands to take the langoustines out of their shells. Finger bowls with water are provided.
Third course
Boeuf à la mode, with a side of gnocchi à la Romaine and a few vegetables (carrots and small silver onions). How to eat it: ALWAYS keep your knife in your right hand, fork in your left. Place the beef in your mouth without turning the fork right side up. Spear the gnocchi with your fork, still in the left hand, and again keep the tines pointed down. You may scoop up vegetables and garniture with the tines turned up, but keep the fork in your left hand. When you're done—having cleaned your plate (as you always must), place your knife and fork close together, parallel, handles facing you at about a four o'clock position on the plate.
Fourth course
Cheese selection accompanied by a salad consisting of lamb's tongue and olive oil with a little vinegar or lemon juice. How to eat it: First of all, it's THE ONLY COURSE you're allowed to pass up. If you are a vegetarian or don't eat certain foods or have allergies, you must let your host/hostess know well in advance, because refusing a course is just not done. Unless it's cheese. Don't cut the salad. Roll the greens onto your fork clockwise, holding the fork in your right hand. Cut the cheese with your right hand, then place a piece (or spread it, if the cheese is soft) on some bread, which you'll hold in your left hand. Generally, you'll have the bread and cheese in your left hand, the salad in your right.
Fifth Course
A cold soufflé glacé (although it is served in a soufflé dish, it's actually ice cream baked with an almond paste). It comes accompanied by a coulis of raspberries, strawberries, or peaches. How to eat it: A dessert spoon will be on your right, a dessert fork on your left. You'll want to use primarily your spoon, which you'll hold in your right hand. Note, too, that almost no one has coffee with dessert. You request it either before or after you've eaten the complete meal. The same goes for fruit juice or soda. With lunch or dinner, you drink only wine or water.
Dinner Party Rules
1. Don't arrive exactly on time. Fifteen minutes late is ideal; otherwise, your hostess might still be in the shower.
2. Bring low-maintenance flowers but not chrysanthemums (associated with funerals) or anything yellow (which suggests the hostess's husband is unfaithful). Sweets are a safe bet, but NEVER bring wine, which would imply the host's wine isn't good enough.
3. Unless the dinner is very informal, men should wear a jacket and women should wear high heels. You won't go wrong in blue or black.
4. If you use the bathroom (or the toilette), NEVER leave the door even slightly ajar when you exit.
5. Don't know when to go? Sometimes the serving of orange or grapefruit juice signals the host is ready to say good-bye.
General Eating Rules
1. Always keep both hands on the table, wrists at the edge.
2. Treat your waiter with respect, and be generous with compliments on the food.
3. You normally have to ask for water, so don't be shy.
The Greeting: Things to Know About Kissing
1. Let the woman lead. As for men, they don't generally kiss each other unless they're very close.
2. Be prepared for more than two outside Paris. In Alsace and Brittany, people kiss three times. East of Nice, it goes up to four. So get ready for more kisses. But DON'T initiate them yourself, as many French consider it déclassé to kiss more than twice.
3. Go crazy until you're 30. In adolescence kissing is ubiquitous, but after 30 it's not automatic, particularly on the first or second meeting. The older you are, the more acceptable air-kissing is—but don't make it obvious.
4. It's not going out of style. Don't assume Americanization has made the custom obsolete in fact, it's increasingly common.
DO
•Use the five magic words. When asking a stranger something, always begin with "Excusez-moi de vous déranger."
•Be a gracious customer. In a store, immediately greet the proprietor with "Bonjour, Monsieur/Madame." If possible, make small talk; if there's a problem with your service, explain your situation apologetically. Failing to do so results in the kind of service-sector misunderstandings that lead Americans to believe the French are rude.
•Be chivalrous. Open doors for women, enter a restaurant first (to "pave the way"), and compliment colleagues on their dress. If you're a woman, try not to be put off.
•In meetings, shake hands with everyone. Think of it as the business-meeting equivalent of kissing hello. In some offices, co-workers shake hands with one another every morning.
•Dress up. French women often wear makeup even for a trip to the grocery store. Tank tops are probably a no-no, and you should wear T-shirts and shorts sparingly. Even on hot summer days, you'll never see businessmen in seersucker. All tourists should definitely pack a jacket. For women, heels and dresses are de rigueur in the evening.
DON'T
•Give bear hugs. Hugging can be considered more intimate than kissing.
•Talk loudly in public. It's considered an "ugly American" trait. Don't shout into your cell phone, and silence it in company. Cells are ubiquitous in France, but people tone them down in public.
•Sulk when people are late. They're on Mediterranean time, and they just don't care about punctuality as much as we do.
•Leave the lights on. Especially as a houseguest, respect the habit of being economical about electricity.
•Take up too much space. Carry smaller bags if you can; be aware of your personal space; and don't take offense if someone stands a mere millimeter behind you in line.
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Water. That's what first attracted people, and they have been coming here ever since to use these soothing thermal waters to heal and relax. Rich and poor alike came for the baths, and a thriving city built up around the hot springs. Together nicknamed "The American Spa," Hot Springs National Park today surrounds the north end of the city of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Hot Springs National Park is in an urban area, surrounding the north end of the city of Hot Springs. Be aware that many businesses in the area say they are in "Hot Springs National Park" when they actually are not; the city's post office name is Hot Springs National Park.
The hot springs only emerge in the Bathhouse Row area downtown because the town grew around the hot springs.
The Fordyce Bathhouse operated from 1915-1962, when it closed due to declining business. It remained vacant until reopening as the park visitor center in 1989. Now you can watch an orientation movie and tour.
Stroll through the Bathhouse Row National Historic Landmark District which includes the Grand Promenade.
Take a traditional bath at the Buckstaff Baths, a park concessioner since 1912. This experience with individual tubs was patterned after European spas in the early 1900s.
Soak in pools with the hot spring water or have a modern day spa experience at the Quapaw Baths and Spa. Children 14 and older may use the spa pools.
Hot Springs Reservation was initially created by an act of the United States Congress on April 20, 1832, and the area was made a national park on March 4, 1921. It is the smallest national park by area in the United States. Hot Springs National Park is the oldest federal reserve.
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Every summer, senior citizens travel in great numbers, whether that be by land, air, or sea. Seniors take much deserved vacations, visit their families, and go on group outings. With all of the traveling that senior citizens do, it is important to keep health concerns at the forefront. By no means should they restrict seniors' freedom to travel, but anticipating potential problems can be very important and can prevent potential disaster.
Here are ten summer travel health tips for seniors:
Pay Attention to Heat and Stay Hydrated
Heat is a major health risk for seniors. One of the most important summer travel health tips for seniors is to pay attention to the heat and stay hydrated. However you are traveling, it is important that you drink ample amounts of water-six to eight glasses per day-before you are thirsty. While traveling, you do not want to put yourself at risk for heat-related illnesses. Another way to increase your fluid intake is eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Occasional breaks in air-conditioned environments can also help alleviate the potential for heat-related problems.
Take It Slow and Take Breaks
When traveling, it is always a good idea to take it slow and not over do it, but this is especially true for seniors traveling in the summer. It is important to take frequent breaks and to undertake physical activity at an appropriate pace. Over extending yourself will likely result in problems including potential injury and/or illness. If you are driving, it is helpful to stop frequently to stretch and to give yourself a mental break. If you are tired while traveling, don't feel afraid to take a nap.
Wear Proper Attire
It's important to wear proper clothing when you are traveling. If you are thinking about walking, wear walking shoes. If you are going to be out in the sun or driving, wear wraparound sunglasses to minimize the potential for eye damage. Similarly, you should wear comfortable and light clothing that will keep you both cool and covered to reduce the possibility of sunburn and heatstroke.
Exercise
Summer time means that it is often easier to get outside and enjoy some physical activity. It's helpful for both your mental and physical well-being. When traveling, you can consider walking to destinations to squeeze in exercise (safety and health permitting of course). Other seniors enjoy swimming, fishing, and other summer sports as a way of staying fit while traveling.
See Your Doctor
It is a good idea to see your doctor before you go on a trip, as they can alert you to potential travel-related health problems and give you a general update on your health. For example, your doctor can tell you if any of your medications have side effects that are exacerbated by the summer heat. This is one of the most over-looked summer travel tips for seniors.
Bring Extra Medication
If you are going to be gone for an extended period of time, it is important to bring extra medication. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, it is always better to have more medication than needed rather than finding yourself without.
Carry A Current List Of Prescriptions
Along with bringing extra medication, it is a good idea to carry a list of your current prescriptions. If something unexpected happens, you will have this with you and you will not need to be worried about remembering the name of your medications. Moreover, in the event that you need to see a doctor while traveling, this can be important.
Carry Your Vital Information On You
When traveling; it is a good idea to carry your vital information on you. Put it in an index card in your pocket or wear a fanny pack. In the event of an accident, it is helpful to have emergency contact numbers, a list of your prescriptions, allergies, and known pre-existing conditions-it can make medical treatment easier.
Inform People that You Are Leaving
If you are leaving your home, it is important to let someone know, be they friends, family, or neighbors. You can check in with them daily or however frequently you want to update them on your progress and let them know where you are. If they don't hear from you in the specified time interval, they will know that there is a potential problem-which may be health related. Additionally, they can often take care of things at home such as taking in the mail and watering plants, which can be a source of stress and anxiety while traveling.
Select Accommodations That Are Friendly To Seniors
When selecting hotels, it is always a good idea to select one that is accommodating to seniors. Beyond accessibility issues, it can be helpful to stay at a hotel that has a pool (for relaxation and beating the heat) and a continental breakfast (to ensure that you are eating well).
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