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Can a Clean Freak Travel Happily?
Five Must Pack Items for Clean Freaks
Wash Cloth: most people in other countries do not use wash cloths. We, clean freaks, like the roughness of terry in order to feel clean. A loofah is commonly used is some countries. In Mexico we clean freaks buy natural jute or twine gloves which act as a loofah and last forever. Generally they are around $4-5. Here is one from Amazon made by Thermalabs.
Super light weight underwear. We like to wash every item asap.…
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This one should be Your First Overseas Trip
To take one of the last spots Norway-Denmark-Sweden: here it our trip: CLICK HERE
To start dreaming: PHYLLISNYCITY@GMAIL.COM
Norwegian scenery is known as the most beautiful in the world: fjords, waterfalls and the midnight sun. We visit the most gorgeous places in the comfort of our private bus, the famous Flam railway all with our hand-picked escort.
History and culture: Viking ships, kings and palaces, country estates, Nobel Prizes and Summer festivals. No rushing hotel to hotel during our trip
Norway Denmark and Sweden are the new gourmet capitals of Europe: fresh fish and lean meats cooked perfectly with flavors deepened by the climate.…
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8 Things to Always Lock Up in Your Hotel Room
The Women’s Travel Group advises:
Summer trips still have space The Women’s Travel Group advises:
Medicine you cannot live without. In non English speaking countries, thieves cannot tell if your medicine is simply Tylenol or a narcotic.
Anything with a brand name even if a fake. Sunglasses should be treated like jewelry.
Electronics, that means you need to recharge when in the room. Use a larger charger for faster re-juicing.
All plastic credit cards, even if no or low value, like a store points card only used in your area.…
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Bring a Hobby to your Travels
Women pursue hobbies and take adult ed classes. Avoid expert-led pricey tours and clone your own. Here we show you how.
The first step is to ask us about any interest overseas. Example: The Women’s Travel Group was asked about one traveler’s Norwegian roots on our Summer Norway trip. Would we be near the town?
Second is to see if we hav a speaker on your trip which we often do.
…Mr. Martin Mata eminent Albanian development expert on our Albania trip. -
Why Not Give Yourself a unique Birthday Gift?
Most of us don’t want more stuff. We want excitement and experiences to think over in quiet moments. Most of us don’t want another apply cinnamon candle or herbal soap selection for birthdays.
The solution: go away for your special day.
Here is why in 5 short reasons:
You get what you really want: a trip just for you, un-compromised by friends who cannot decide. Or by friends who impose their schedule on your needs.
No awkward, should they sing or not sing in a public restaurant?…
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Flight Cancellations: What to do Immediately
Our group in Argentina Flight cancellation Triage from www.thewomenstravelgroup.com especially during the pandemic era. Let’s face it, some airlines are not going to survive this disaster.
The FAA cancelled flights of Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 planes. Here is what you need to do immediately if this or another crisis has hurt your travel plans.
If in the US: call your airline-on the local number not the 800; it might be faster. The local number will be on the airline site and you should keep it in your contacts in your phone anyway.…
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“Invisible” Senior Women Travelers are Ignored
International Women’s Day and Women’s Travel Rights
When traveling do you feel invisible?
Sense being ignored by the maitre d’ while business folks are welcomed?
If so, you are an invisible probably retired woman traveler.
Don’t get mad, get firm.
Don’t shout.
Learn to repeat.
Complain to the right person.
Hotel reception is poor? Get the card of the assistant or general manager. Are talking to is the person on the card. (That will be rare).…
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Shocking Secrets of Scandinavia
Read the secrets before you book our August 14-26 2019 trip on the link here. Ask for a share and we shall deliver.
1 One the most popular train rides in the world is the Flam: a descent from mountains to fjords.
2 Vikings were fabulously artistic in between raping and pillaging.
3 A Norwegian waffle has a Michelin star.
4 The Arctic Ocean breeds the world’s best fish: arctic cod and salmon.
5 Sweden is hip : Ikea, Skype, Spotify, H&M. While designer shopping, stop for a snack of cinnamon rolls and coffee.…
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Questions to ask honestly before a First Solo Trip.
Are You are Ready for Your First Solo Trip?
Answer these questions privately before you start looking into your first trip alone.
Then read simple ways to get over each problem:
Are you emotionally ready for the physical part of travel: moving luggage/tolerating plane rides/getting through airport crowds with your head on right?
If you live in a quiet rural setting expect street noise and prepare for it. Claustrophobic? Get help before you travel. Bad back/legs? Make sure your luggage is light and that you can move it both sideways and by dragging. …
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5 Common Dangerous Travel Mistakes Made by Women
The Women’s Travel Group shares 5 common dangerous travel mistakes.
Five dangerous all too common travel mistakes and how to avoid them. These can ruin any trip so read on and learn from the veterans.
Bringing only one ATM card. An ATM machine can fail. After all it is a piece of machinery. And an ATM can be out of cash, not uncommon in rural areas or in less developed countries. Our group was in Senegal when one woman had her ATM card eaten by the machine.…
