harrisreel.com - Part 11

Travel Reservations – Who Needs More Agents?

October 16, 2019November 12, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

With the availability of a lot of information on the internet today, people can easily research, plan and book your vacation from the comfort of your home. But of course this is not news. What’s changed is the way people get information and place an order.

Travel Research

There are various types of information that can be used to get complete and objective ideas about their goals online, including:

Ratings and reviews from real travelers on the travel portal

Blogs and forums from experienced travelers, discussing certain topics

‘Insider’ photos and videos

Satellite imagery and interactive maps, to assess proximity to beaches, attractions, restaurants, etc.

Opinions from contacts on social networking sites, where the credibility of the review is probably the highest

These are some of the resources tourists use to measure vacation choices that best suit their budget and tastes. This results in a more informed journey, and more …

Travel Deals

Adventure Excursions In The Himalayas

September 24, 2019October 8, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

The Himalayas remain one of the few true wilderness areas on the planet. Though North America and Europe are dotted with extensive National Parks, none can compare to the vastness of the highest mountain range in the world. If you are a fan of this type of activity, you should plan a visit to the Himalayas at least once in your life.

If you believe that the people who head to the far north of India, as well as Nepal and Tibet, only do so to scale eight thousand meter peaks you would be wrong. There are in fact a huge range of activities that can be enjoyed in the regions in which the Himalayas are found. If you are a real outdoor enthusiast, you will not be left short of things to do regardless of how long you spend here.

Though the infrastructure of the countries in which the …

Travel Tips

Enjoy the Outdoor Recreation Possibilities Available in North Central Washington

September 11, 2019October 8, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

North Central Washington is a great place to vacation to for a number of reasons. Two of the things that most vacationers going there seem to appreciate are the fact that it is a little off the beaten path, meaning it is less crowded, and the fact that there is a wealth of outdoor recreation possibilities available in the region. Here is a look at some of the many things travelers coming to North Central Washington can do in the great outdoors.

Camping

North Central Washington is blessed with a wealth of areas popular with campers including the many state parks in the area, as well as national forest campgrounds too. Particularly popular is Lake Wenatchee State Park which sits on the shore of Lake Wenatchee and is less than an hour from both the city of Leavenworth and the summit of Stevens Pass.

Boating

With the many rivers and …

Traver & Leisure

A Sports Lovers’ Guide to a Spring-Time Vacation in Tampa Bay

August 26, 2019September 23, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

Spring is in the air, and with that, means gorgeous Florida weather and flocks of visitors to the area. For sports lovers in particular, this is the best time of year because so many of the area’s sports teams are in the midst of their seasons. And believe it or not, you can watch them all, if you plan accordingly. Here’s a sample schedule (and warning – this isn’t for the faint at heart!)

Thursday, March 24 – Arrive at Tampa International Airport or St. Pete-Clearwater Airport, preferably in the morning, so then you’ll have the afternoon to unpack, rest, and soak up the sun at the beach. At night, enjoy dinner at the Wine Cellar, one of the area’s more upscale restaurants located in North Redington Beach.

Friday – Drive to Tampa to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the New York Yankees at Steinbrenner Field, one …

Travel News

Great Sports Sites Allow People To Come Together Socially

August 13, 2019September 23, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

For anyone who is absolutely sports mad, there are sites out there which encourage like- minded people to come together and eat, drink and breathe sports. Indeed, some of the events on these websites are taking place all round the world. Some people will even go on a sports vacation because they just love sports even when they have down time. Bucket lists on the sites allow people to make up a kind of wish forum so that they can be reminded of where they want to go when time and money allows.

On these websites are the top one hundred and fifty sporting events which people have all said that they find the most interesting. What they then do is to fill out their ‘passport’ of where they have actually been to and the inventory of where the next places to visit are.

Indeed, these sports fans …

Travel Jobs

Business Travel Jobs – Cruise Staff Positions

July 17, 2019September 4, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

If you are looking for an occupation that involves a lot of travel, gaining a cruise staff position could be the perfect opportunity for you. You can gain employment on cruise ships that travel all over the world – often to luxurious locations, such as Hawaii, the Caribbean, Australia, and more.

In addition, you will be paid for travelling to these locations! Plus, most of your standard living expenses will be covered, such as food, room and board, and health insurance, so you can save most of the money that you earn on these business travel jobs!

Business Travel Jobs – What You Need To Gain A Cruise Staff Position

A cruise staff position involves assisting with the operations of the ship so that passengers are at ease and have a great time on their vacations and getaways. This means that you must have a bubbly personality, are …

Travel Tips

Looking For Some Budget Travel Tips?

June 29, 2019July 12, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

All of us like taking holidays every now and then. Most people like to go on vacations to escape from the daily grind of life in the city. Earning a living, supporting a family, paying the bills and keeping track of insurance can become a tedious process unless we give ourselves a break from time to time. However, not all of us have the luxury of spending thousands of dollars on a single vacation. We like to make things reasonable and plan three small vacations instead of blowing everything up on a single lavish one.

There are many ways of cutting costs when taking a vacation.

Choose the Destination

You don’t have to be able to afford the Hamptons in summer to enjoy your holiday. Go someplace where it has beautiful surroundings, fewer people and options for lodging that fit your budget. A few days of relaxing at a small …

Travel Tips

Safety Tips For Women Traveling Alone

June 20, 2019July 12, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

A lot of women travel solo nowadays and of course, they want to return home safely. When traveling, either locally or abroad, women have to put their safety first. It is important to keep safe at all times especially when traveling to unknown destinations. Life is very precious and should be protected. Traveling alone could feel very liberating, but just keep in mind that safety always comes first whenever traveling alone.

Traveling alone is a great experience, but it is also important to follow some safety tips that will surely keep a woman out of harm’s way. Here are some great tips that would be of help:

Awareness is the key

While sight-seeing, it helps to remember the street names or landmarks that would tell where the person is exactly at that moment. It is also a must to be aware of one’s surroundings, and signs that someone might be …

Travel Tips

Budget Travel Tips For Disabled Travelers

June 14, 2019July 12, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

Is it really possible to travel on a budget when you use a wheelchair, cane or walker? Can disabled travelers find those same great travel bargains that are available to their able-bodied counterparts?

The answer is a qualified yes. The deals are out there if you know where to look. The good news is, it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to hit the road if you need accessible services. With that in mind, here are a few money-saving tips to help you stretch your travel dollars.

Many budget properties offer excellent access, so seek them out whenever possible. For example, Microtel gets consistently high marks for access, as all of their properties are constructed from the ground up with access in mind.

Consider staying in a hostel to trim your lodging costs. Although previously only an option for young travelers and backpackers, today hostels welcome everyone.

Travel Tips

Cruise Travel Tips – Plan Your Cruise With These Few Tips

June 8, 2019July 12, 2019 - by Deborah McDaniel

Planning a vacation can be stressful and sometimes frustrating. But of course, it is important to plan your vacations to make it the most enjoyable and least stressful. Especially if you are planning to travel outside of the country or you are planning to have a cruise, then you must be able to give time in preparing for the trip to avoid any disappointments in your travel.

If you are particularly planning to have a cruise for your vacation, here are a few cruise travel tips that you may find helpful. You would surely want a perfect vacation, thus invest in a little time to research and learn from those who have been there. Most especially if it is your first time in going to a cruise for a vacation, here are ideas that may be of help.

Know what you want in a cruise

You can actually have lots …