When most of us think of travel, we imagine going to exotic locations outside our own countries.  In the United States, one of the most popular and affordable ways to travel outside the country is to cruise.  Another thing many people do, if money is not a huge issue, is book a couple of weeks in an exotic locale very far away, such as Fiji or somewhere in the...

Different people like different things.  That is a pretty obvious statement, right?  I know some people like to travel to the mountains to experience wintery climates to go out and enjoy chilly snow while playing.  Occasionally I enjoy a romp in the snow while attempting to make my way down the side of a powdery mountain on a board, but most of the time I...

When I think of travel, whether in Europe or in the deep blue seas of the Caribbean, the majesty and splendor of modern cruise ships springs immediately to mind.  Not only does a well apportioned cruise afford travelers the luxury of comfortable living quarters during their stay aboard, but it also provides access to several stops along the way that people tend...

Gas prices are higher than this time last year — a lot higher.  Your home security team will probably be the least of your worries this year as you strike off on the holiday highways across the United States, heading for reunions and happy times with family or friends.  Travel is going to be in high gear beginning Wednesday, with an expected increase in...

Whenever you plan an extended vacation outside the country, there are certain measures you need to take in advance to ensure that your home is kept safe during your absence, and that you are safe and secure while you’re enjoying your time away from the daily grind.  While some of these may be matters of common sense, it is surprising how little thought...

Social media is everywhere.  It follows you to and from work or school.  It’s always on, keeping you connected to your friends and family and allowing you to update your status, not only with words, but with rich multimedia including photos and video — all while you are on the go.  Have you ever stopped to consider the impact of social networking...

Imagine crystal clear blue green waters gently crashing onto soft white sands in front of you as you comfortably lounge in a chair while the warm sun radiates onto your glowing skin with a cold sweet concoction in your hand that you can sip on to stay cool and get a slight buzz.  Does that not sound like an amazing time?  Fast forward to when the sun goes down...

Things You Didn’t Know About: Royal Caribbean’s cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas, weighs in at about 225,000 gross tons and can hold 5,400 passengers. This places is among the very largest cruise ships in the world. But how big is too big?  Did you ever stop to think how much energy goes into moving a hulking city-at-sea from destination to sunny...