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Do You Still Need a Paper Ticket?
Do you need a written paper ticket anymore? This is an older blog post but women still ask us.
Yes you might. Having said that, it can be hard to even get a paper ticket anymore and some airlines only accept electronic tickets. There are important numbers on your written ticket and the receipt/itinerary for an electronic ticket. The easy one is called a PNR and is a record of your actual reservation. Once your reservation is confirmed and paid, you will be sent this number.…
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Gene Autry and Your Next Trip? Watch here and share with other women
We recently received a call from a the woman said: I have not traveled since my husband died and I think it is time to GET BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN. Her reference to the vintage Gene Autry song had us hunting on utube, to hear him sing. We realized that her reference meant something only to women of a certain age. Autry appeared in 93 films, and between 1950 and 1956 hosted The Gene Autry Show television series. We, of that age, remember him from his Christmas songs and his straight shooting brave and honest roles.…
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Labor Day is for Women
The Women’s Travel Group Wishes you a Wonderful Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day in the United States is a holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September. It honors the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity, laws and well-being of the country. (Wikipedia). We all know Labor Day as the unofficial end of Summer and the beginning of planning for the Autumn and Winter.
Labor Day is also about women and our contributions to our country.…
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How a Female Tour Operator Deals with Injury Before a Trip
Yes tour leaders get sick and hurt also! I recently had to cancel a trip due to a serious back issue. Now in preparing for another overseas trip, here is a plan which might be helpful for your out there. The Women’s Travel Group shares some tips:non medical as we are not doctors, just women who love to travel.
Get the right amount of sleep.
Get the right quality of sleep: meaning no wine, light dinners, early to bed.
Lighten your suitcase and re-evaluate.…
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6 ‘Get Out of Jail Cards’ for The Nervous Female Traveler
Scared of traveling? Here are 6 get out of jail suggestions for you and your friends from The Women’s Travel Group, specialists for new travelers.
Learn your phone. By learning to use your phone, you will never feel alone while overseas. Learn what is wifi? texting? whapsapp? roaming? cellular data? contacts list?
We joke that a 5 year old can teach us computers. So can the Apple Store, questions to google.com and friends. Learn and you will feel connected to your life back home.…
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10 Point Checklist to Get from Green to Gutsy for Nervous Women Travelers
Yes You can manage this journey, from anxiety to adventure. This is not pop psychology but practical advice. Follow this check list and start packing.
1. Take your proposed trip. Separate out each verb. For instance from our Ireland trip itinerary: “On arrival our staff will escort you”. Ask Where will I find staff? Will they have my name on a sign? Where is the VIP lounge? Where does my luggage go? Get as detailed as you need .…
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Avoid Travel Panic with www.womenstravelgroup.com Travel List
Getting ready for a solo trip includes being organized and being smart. Traveling in a group like The Women’s Travel Group is easier as you have others to help if you need it. Traveling alone is more edgy since you must be self sufficient. It will be more comfortable if you are going to an English speaking area like Ireland.
When you travel alone, you are your own defense, your only money holder, and your only companion. This means that if you leave anything behind because you are tired or nervous, you have no back up.…
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5 Easy Destinations for New International Travelers
Five Easiest Destination Areas for the New Woman Traveler
Please share this email with friends afraid to travel.
Some destinations are culturally hard, difficult to get to, involve a lot of jet lag or are challenging geographically. Others sound scary or are in too many headlines.
Here are our five recommended trips for new international travelers.
English speaking areas like England and Ireland are easier for new travelers. Besides being able to ask questions,read road signs, and museum signage, women in English speaking areas are less lonely.…
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Morocco with The Women’s Travel Group
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2 Here is our last eblast which went to members of our group.…Budget Trips from The Women’s Travel Group
Ready for a 1st exotic trip? Morocco on a Budget
Looking to adventure but not too adventurous? Morocco during perfect April weather is your next trip.
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Inclusive trip
Fine meals.
Boutique hotels.
Medieval markets.
Snowy mountains.
Dunes and camels.
Roof top prayers.
Aromatic hammans (Turkish baths)
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Places to Go in 2018 and Why Norway?
The New York Times publishes a list of 50 places to go each year. Some of these places would never be on one of The Women’s Travel Group’s bucket lists. Others are a surprise. Some areas are included because of new museums, more air routes or a festival. Countries create festivals to commemorate the 500 anniversary of whatever. Countries will also turn to expert public relations companies to get their names on this or other lists of Top 50.…
