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A Guide to the Chinatown Bus

The word is outthe cheapest way to get from one major U.S. city to another is on the “Chinatown bus”. In recent years this has become transportation option of choice for budget travelers in New York, Washington DC, and Boston, and more recently on the West Coast. Students, backpackers, and an array of other savvy travelers have long loved the rock bottom prices that these bus companies offer. Despite the popularity of these bus lines it can still be difficult to find information on Chinatown bus service.
What exactly is a “Chinatown Bus”? Read on and you will have the inside track on this great budget travel option.

Chinatown Bus history

The Chinatown bus phenomenon began in the late 1990s when an entrepreneur in New York’s Chinatown started running daily bus service from Chinatown in New York to Chinatown in Boston. The service was aimed at Asian immigrants who wanted to shop or visit relatives in either city and needed cheap and convenient transportation. The service was bare bonesno advertising, customer service, or bus stations. Customers simply went to the bus stop, waited for the bus (or van), and paid the driver upon boarding. For those willing to do without frills, they offered virtually the same service as traditional bus companies at a substantially lower price. Before long, the word spread and all kinds of people started using the service. It became especially popular with students, budget travelers, or people for whom the service was simply more convenient.

Soon more bus companies duplicated this model and started offering service in other cities. Now you can find this type of bus service in Philadelphia, Virginia, Baltimore Washington DC, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco. At this point the term “Chinatown bus” is used more loosely to describe this sort of low-cost/low-frills service. Many, if not most, of the companies do not have Chinatown as their main location and may not cater to the immigrant population at all. These operators are also sometimes referred to as “curbside” operators.

How can tickets be so cheap?

$15 between New York to Boston? $25 from Las Vegas to Los Angeles? It seems hard to fathom. Chinatown bus companies are able to keep prices low because they operate in a fundamentally different way from traditional carriers. Foremost, the service is very basic. There is little in the way of customer service or amenities. Most of these operators do not have formal stations, picking up passengers at bus stops instead. They eschew traditional advertising in favor of word of mouth. Further, many of the operators play a very hands-on role in the operationyou will not see idle executives at a small independent bus company. Finally, these operators make sure they fill their buses. That is why Chinatown bus operators usually only operate on heavily trafficked routes. Indeed some companies only run buses at peak times.

Are they safe?

When these companies first started operating, concerns were raised about safety standards. There is still controversy within the bus industry about whether these newcomers are complying with the same regulations as the traditional companies. However, a task force set up by the Federal government to look at safety issues found that Chinatown bus companies did not perform better or worse than other types of bus companies (ie. charter, tour buses). All bus companies operating in the U.S. must undergo the same inspection standards and must comply with the same rules. Realistically there is probably a range of quality among Chinatown bus carriers. Some are fly-by-night operators trying to make a fast buck, while others are legitimate entrepreneurs who plan to grow and operate a long term business.

What you should expect

• No frills servicethe driver may be the ticket collector; there will not be a lot of customer service.
• Comfortable buses. Despite the low fares buses are usually quite nice. Most buses are comparable to Greyhound and many are actually more deluxe.
• Communication challenges. Drivers are legally required to speak enough English to help passengers in the case of emergency. In reality this is often adhered to rather loosely. At the very least, expect your driver to have an accent.
• Possible delays. Many of these bus routes are on highly congested roads. When the roads are busy, expect delays.
• Rest stops. Buses will have a lavatory on board but there is usually a 10 or 15 minute bathroom break on trips over 4 hours. Don’t be late returning to the bus, the driver will not count heads before leaving at the appointed time.
• Full buses. Buses definitely sell out at peak times (weekends and evenings). Book ahead or get there early if you want secure a seat.
• Plastic Bags. An odd little quirk on Chinatown buses is that every aisle seat usually has a plastic grocery bag tied to the arm. I guess they find this is the best way to keep the buses clean.

How do I find the Chinatown Bus?

Again, “Chinatown bus” is a term used to describe a type of operator and not an individual bus company. Many unrelated bus companies fall into this category. Since most Chinatown buses do not spend money on advertising it can be difficult to find out details about schedules and bus stop locations. Many of the carriers are becoming savvier about the Internet and quite a few have websites with information. Usually an Internet search will yield links to bus service to your destination. There are also several directories, such as chinatown-bus.org that include links for most Chinatown bus companies and the author’s employer, GotoBus.com, is a centralized booking site that has schedules and sells tickets online for most Chinatown bus companies.

The Chinatown bus is not for everyone. If you want an orderly system with American style customer service, you should probably stick to traditional carriers. However, if you know what to expect and come prepared with a sense of adventure and humor, you should enjoy the trip just fine. You will also enjoy the money you save!

Violet Sorenson works for GotoBus.com, the leading online marketplace for bus tickets and tours in the USA. You can find out more information about the company at: http://www.gotobus.com/ The author can be reached at marketing at gotobus.com.

Because there are 2 Kinds of Luggage: Lost and Carry-On

Few things can ruin your timeshare vacation faster than losing your luggage. And as a recent U.S. Transportation department report finds, losing your suitcase is not a rare occurrence. In fact, the odds are greater than 1 in 200 that your bag will be lost or misdirected on any given flight. And that percentage increases on international flights.

The solution? Carry-on for your condo & timeshare trip.

The Advantages of Carry-On Luggage

Doug Dyment, called “the go-light guru” by Time Magazine, cites three reasons on his site www.onebag.com for taking only carry-on luggage: 1) security; 2) mobility; and 3) economy. The episode with my husband illustrates the benefits of the first reason. The benefits of the mobility advantage are many.

o You can bypass long lines at the counter (getting your boarding ticket from either a kiosk or presenting an e-boarding pass) and proceed directly to security, which means you don’t need to arrive as early to the airport as passengers who check their luggage.

o Missed connections become less of a hassle because your luggage is with you at all times.

o Once arriving at your destination, you leave quickly while others spend another 45 minutes (or more) in baggage claim.

And while Doug’s economical advantages include money otherwise pocketed by porters, as well as savings resulting from renting a smaller car (or going with public transportation rather than taxis), taking only carry-on also gives you a greater savings opportunity. It allows you to easily volunteer to be bumped from a flight (translation: free ticket for next year’s timeshare week!) without the worry of having your luggage traveling on before you and waiting unclaimed at your destination.

Plus, traveling light just seems to create good “vacation karma”. Without being bogged down by multiple bags you simply have a more relaxed attitude. And after all, isn’t that why you bought the timeshare in the first place?

“Sure”, you’re thinking, “the advantages of taking carry-on are compelling. But how can I possibly fit everything I want to take in one 14W” x 22L” x 9H” suitcase?” It’s easy, once you change your thinking from “everything I want to take” to “everything I need to take.” And here’s how.

Step 1: Go Light.

Most people pack for the worst case scenario, or for events that aren’t likely to happen.

“In case it gets cold I’ll bring a sweatshirt.”

“In case it rains, I’ll bring a raincoat.”

“In case we decide to go out to a fancy restaurant, I’ll bring one nice outfit (which also requires a niceand anotherpair of shoes).

“In case I want to drink my coffee out on the deck reading the paper in the morning, I’ll bring my robe.”

These all fall into the “want” to bring category. Our focus here is on the “need” to bring items. And that starts with the basics.

Underwear. Bring enough for four days. After that, your condo unit will likely have a washer/dryer on hand. Do a load of laundry. You’re going to a timeshare, not the Australian outback. So use them.

Socks. Bring enough for 3 days (we’ll tell you how to pack them in Step 2).

Bathing Suit. Just bring one. It’s okay (and preferred even) if women bring a 2-piece tankini.

Sleepwear. We already got rid of the robe above (many timeshare units have them for you in the closet anyway). And you can forget the PJs too. A long t-shirt works fine. Plus it doubles nicely as a cover-up when going to the pool or beach.

Ensembles for day and evening wear. This is the bulk of your clothing. Learning how to pear it down is the key to your success. Take these following tips from seasoned timeshare travelers and you’ll have room to spare in your bag (well, at least you’ll be able to get it closed).

o Select plain clothes that mix and match to get a variety of outfits with just a few pieces of clothing.

o Dress in layers for warmth rather than bringing bulky sweaters, sweatshirts or heavy jackets (if you need a coat, wear it on the plane).

o Choose dark colors (great for hiding stains and wrinkles) and accessorize with scarves, ties, or jewelrythese don’t take up a lot of room in your carry-on and give your wardrobe a dash of pizzazz.

Outerwear. If you must have a raincoat, wear it on the plane. Otherwise, pack a nylon zip-up hooded jacket and you’re covered.

Want some more tips? Here you go: different colored tank tops with a neutral colored cardigan give you lots of different looks. Zip-off pants offer great versatility in climates that go from hot days to cool in evenings. And a word about shoes: limit yourself to two pairsa dress pair and one for casual activities. Pack your light pair, and wear the heavier ones.

Step 2: Pack It Right
You have a three-fold goal in packing your carry-on: reduce space, reduce wrinkles, and offer easy access.

This last goal is often overlooked, but what good is having all your stuff with you if you have to dishevel it all (spilling your underwear all over the floor) to retrieve your MP3 player? Pack It Light, Pack It Right subscribes to the yin-yang principle of packing: everything at your side and any one thing at your fingertips.

But let’s begin with ironing out those wrinkles (without using an iron). Simply roll clothes instead of folding them before you pack. In addition to eliminating the wrinkles, this technique allows you to save space by tucking rolled up clothes into every corner of your carry-on.

Now to help with organization, try the zip-lock-and-sit method (it’s also great for eliminating wrinkles and saving space). Fold (not roll) a few articles and put them in a 2-1/2 gallon zip-loc bag. Put the bag on the chair, sit on the bag to push out the excess air, and zip it up. Viola! You have a neat, compressed pouch, that in addition to keeping your clothes wrinkle-free, offers a neat way to organize your carry-on for instant access to just about anything you need.

Shoes, Jewelry, Toiletries, Oh My!

A good technique with shoes is to roll socks around the pair so that the heels do not “dig in” to your other clothes. Also, it’s always a good idea to put shoes in a shoe bag, which will help keep the rest of your clothes clean.

For medications and jewelry, try film canisters, which can be inserted into your shoes before wrapping the socks around. Using see-through canisters makes it easy to tell what each one holds. Otherwise, put tape around the canister and label its contents.

For toiletries, simply use another zip-lock bag. This protects your clothes in the event of a leaky bottle. Speaking of toiletries, there is a great site (www.minimus.biz) dedicated to travel sizes for laundry products and personal care items.

This amazing little site also offers timeshare travelers a great alternative to buying huge bottles of mayonnaise, ketchup, soy sauce, hot sauce, etc. (which you end up throwing out at the end of your week). Here you’ll find all your favorite condiments in individualized-sized serving packages. So stock up, put them in a zip-lock, and you’re good to go!

Need More Room? You Got It.

Okay, because you’ve gotten this far into the article, you must be a bit optimistic about getting by with a carry-on. But if you’re still not sure it’s for you, here’s the clincher.

In addition to your one 14″W x 22″L x 9″H carry-on bag (which are the dimensions for UnitedU.S. Airways gives you more room with 16″W x 24″L x 10″H) you are also allowed to carry on a personal item.

This personal item is defined as a purse, briefcase, laptop, camera case, small backpack, or… DIAPER BAG, the holy grail of the carry-on set! I mean ithave you seen the sizes of diaper bags lately? And all those cute little Velcro and zipper compartments!

Even if you don’t have a baby, you’ve got to get a diaper bag. However, there is a catchthe personal item cannot exceed total overall dimensions of 36 inches, and both items (your carry-on and personal item) cannot exceed a total combined weight of 40 pounds (U.S. Airway’s language).

But, no worries! With synthetic fabrics and your zip-lock-and-sit method you can fit another week’s worth of clothing in that diaper bag (or a backpack if you are adverse to diaper bags). And you’ll still have room to throw in your purse, while reserving ample space for carting home souvenirs.

So here’s the drill: stow the carry-on in the overhead and throw the diaper bag under the seat in front of you. Just make sure you don’t get a bulkhead seat, because then you won’t have a seat in front of you to throw your diaper bag under.

Step 3: Be Realistic

Love to Carry-On, But Just Can’t? Let’s be honest. If you are traveling with children or are carrying a bunch of presents , the carry-on idea probably is not going to work for you. After all, it’s more important to arrive with all of your kids than all of your bags. So go ahead, check the baggage. And carry on the kids.

When you do check baggage, here’s a helpful tip that can go a long way (literally) in keeping your bags from getting lost: know the three-letter code of your destination airport (LAX, JFK, LHR, etc) and verify that it’s the one on your luggage tag before your bags are whisked away.

Here’s why: gate agent error is the most common cause of mis-routed bags.

Bottom line? Traveling is stressful enough. Don’t let a lost bag ruin your entire timeshare trip – pack light & pack right!

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Adventure Travels in general are much more prone to injury while on vacation than someone who is doing a city-tour or a cruise. That’s just the nature of sports. Even the most careful person can get injured.

In addition to the normal health-care issues which can occur at any given time, such as the flu, a cold, or even a heart attack, the adventure traveler is at risk for sport related injuries. A skier can take a tumble and fracture a leg, a hiker can sprain an ankle, and a mountain biker could fall and get a concussion. When you are at home, or in the United States, you are aware of how to handle such injuries. You know which emergency number to call, you know how the hospital works, the people involved speak English, and your insurance will cover it. But when you are on an adventure travel vacation abroad, you may not be familiar with the health care system.

Health care in European countries, such as Germany, Austria, and France, is excellent, and hospitals are equally capable of treating injuries as hospitals in the states. These countries also have Emergency Medical Services which are similar to those in the United States. However, the adventure traveler still faces a number of difficulties in getting help. First, as a traveler, it is unlikely that you have a cell phone, which functions in Europe, which you can use to call for help. Second, you may not speak the native language, and may not be able to adequately explain where you are, and not everyone speaks adequate English. Third, you may face payment issues if your insurance does not cover international accidents. However, theses problems can all be avoided with a little bit of advance planning.

When doing an extreme sport, regardless of where you are, you should never do it alone, as the risk that when you are injured, you unable to call for help, is too great. Similarly, when traveling internationally, you should never venture off alone to mountain bike through the woods, or ski off piste; and if you do, you should always tell someone roughly where you will be. If you do travel with someone who has a cell phone which functions internationally, be sure to store the local emergency numbers in the phone, and bring it with you.

The language barrier is unfortunately a problem with no easy solution. Although many Europeans speak excellent English, there is no guarantee that those whom you come into contact with will, especially in the EMS. In hospitals communication is normally not a problem; if the doctor does not speak English, there are normally English speaking members of the staff available to translate. The best way to avoid translation issues is to carry a tourism book or dictionary with you where phrases are listed in English with the native equivalent. This is especially important if you have allergies or existing health problems!

The easiest way to avoid these problems is to travel in a tour group. I know, you are probably thinking “A tour group, how boring,” but it doesn’t have to be boring! There are a number of companies which offer guided adventure travel tours, which offer [b]real Adventure Travel[/b] not “adventure travel for retirees.” By traveling in a group, you have the extra security that the guide is familiar with the local health care system, native language, and also most likely has a cell phone near by at all times. This alone can mean the difference between life and death when the injuries are serious.

Finally, be sure to inform yourself, before departing for your vacation, weather or not your insurance covers international health care, and if so what types. For instance, I had an insurance policy once which covered inpatient treatment over 24 hours. Any medical care which was under 24 hours, I had to pay for myself.

Despite the additional risks that come from being an adventure traveler, if you plan a little bit in advance, you can travel with a feeling of security.

Corey Hannum is the president of European Adventure Travel, a provider of guided luxury adventure travel tours in Europe, and authors the Adventure Travel News blog. He is also a certified paramedic, and has bachelors’ degree in German. In addition, he is a dedicated skier and sports enthusiast.

Travel for business or pleasure can bring to the fore several health concerns. The most common ailments people experience while on a trip are hypertension, colds, and diarrhea. In order to build up resistance to fight diseases you must adopt a healthy lifestyle. Get adequate rest, adopt a good exercise program, eat balanced meals, avoid fast foods, and food full of saturated fats, and take vitamins and any other medication prescribed by the doctor. One of the simplest rules to stay healthy while traveling is never eat uncooked foods and do not drink water that is suspect.

To protect yourself pack a small medicine kit as well as your medical records and insurance card. To maintain your health be sure to follow an exercise regime while traveling. You must walk, jog, swim, or use the hotel gym. Or you could play an exercise tape on your lap top and do your exercises in the hotel room. The secret to staying healthy is to stick to a routine and eat balanced meals at regular times.

Here are a few tips:

• For every time zone you cross, take a day’s rest to allow your body clock to reset itself.

• Avoid alcohol but drink plenty of fluids. The crucial thing is to avoid dehydration.

• While on the plane try and rest as much as possible and exercise by getting up and moving down the aisles.

• Eat low fat meals on the plane, eat lightly, avoid salty, rich, and fatty foods.

• The CDC recommends that you drink only bottled water and that too the carbonated kind. The water bottles must be sealed and opened by you only. Do not use ice cubes under any circumstances and drink out of a straw.

• Use bottled water for brushing your teeth and for gargling. Wash you toothbrush in bottled water. Try and avoid using tap water.

• Eat and drink anything that is at boiling point or deep fried. Eat freshly cooked food. Avoid meat and seafood if you are traveling in interior areas where the meat is unlikely to be fresh and freezers and refrigerators are not dependable.

• While in flight you should do a few stretching exercises to avoid cramped muscles. Yawn frequently or chew gum to de-pressurize your ears. Avoid drinking coffee before and during a flight. Wear comfortable shoes and loose clothing. Include plenty of greens and carbohydrates in your pre-flight meals. Relax as much as possible and take a few deep breaths before boarding a flight.

• If you suffer from hypertension, motion sickness, an overactive bladder, weak digestion, or allergies consult your doctor before undertaking an extended trip.

Be sure to pack in your carry on bag a bottle of water, a few snacks especially if you are diabetic, as well as your first aid kit. Pack a light jacket or sweater to wear in case there are great variations in temperature.

Paul Wilson is a freelance writer for www.1866Travel.com , the premier website to find help on Travel including topics on online travel directory, online travel planning, air tickets reservation, cruise travel, travel insurance issues, world travel, travel guide, vacation packages, travel agents, travel agencies and make hotel reservation, car rentals and more. He also freelances for the premier Music site www.1888Music.com

Before you begin your next vacation or business trip, make sure you do some research to save yourself time and money on a car or van rental. The main factors you may want to consider when renting a car include price, vehicle type and rental terms.

People want value for their money, and renting a vehicle is no different. Did you know that on average, independent car rental prices are lower by 10-25%? This includes ALL companies, and not just the nationals. There are bigger travel websites that do not display independent companies, so be careful where you shop online. It also pays to go to a rental car company website. The rates are usually cheaper than any other website that their inventory may be displayed on. Why is this? For one, the company does not have to pay a commission like they do with the bigger travel websites. Did you also know that by renting a car further away from the airport that you will save money? People always pay more for convenience, so if you are willing to take a free shuttle or cab to the location, you will save money!

Besides the price, think about what you will be doing with the rental vehicle. Is it for a family vacation? Or will you be taking quick trips to attend business meetings? Most often the economy, compact or intermediate cars will suffice, but sometimes you will require a bigger or roomier vehicle, such as a minivan. Do not forget to consider your luggage when thinking of what size vehicle you may want. It also pays to think about what options you may or may not want. Why pay more money for options you will not be using?

Finally, make sure you are aware of the rental terms, because every company can be different. What are the age requirements? If you are a renter under 25 or over 75 years old, you may incur an additional cost. What are the hours of operation? What are the arrival instructions if you are flying in? The counter may be in the airport, or you may have to take a free shuttle to the location. Do they offer the flexibility of after-hours returns, or one-way rentals? What is the cancellation policy? Make sure you find answers to any questions you have on the actual car rental company website before you make a reservation.

The above will save you time, and help to create a hassle free rental car experience.

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Moving is one of life’s most nerve-wracking events. For youngsters, it is likewise an emotional upheaval adults sometimes don’t pay enough care to. Here are some things to consider.

Saying Goodbye

• It is vital that your kids have the sufficient time to say goodbye to family and friends they’re leaving behind.
• You should suggest they exchange contact information. Fortunately, for most of us nowadays, our friends are only a few key strokes away via e-mail.

Settling In

Understand that there may be a mourning period for kids after a big move; it may live on a few weeks, possibly even a few months. Here are a few good things you can do to make moving less hurried for your children.

• Enquire and explore your new region together. Look for new and unusual things.
• Attend your kid’s new school with them in advance and walk around the new school together to assist them to find their bearings.
• Come with your kids on their route to school until they are comfortable traveling alone.
• Seek out after-school activities where your children can make new friends with similar interests.
• Don’t forget to encourage them to keep in touch with old friends.

Additional Hints for Moving With Children

• There are children’s books that help kids deal with and manage an approaching move, and deal with some of the feelings they may be receiving.
• If you’ve young youngsters, it’s important to remove dangerous situations and to child proof your home.
• The sooner you teach your youngsters your new address and phone number, the better.

Picking out a local mover can be trying enough, moving with a family can be even more tough. There are a lot of things going on for you and your family. That’s why it is crucial to spend some time assisting your children manage the changes taking place around them. The advice set out above will help make your move go more easily.

Additional Moving Resources

• Google Knol advice on picking movers
• Squidoo Lens on preparing for your move
• NY Times article on avoiding moving scams

This February is host to many different of events; the most preferred of the 2 are at entirely particular ends of the spectrum, London’s Fashion Week and The Brit Awards 2009

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A perfect card for an occasion is very difficult to get. Who hasn’t spent hours in card shops looking for the perfect wording, enhanced by a supporting design for one of the various celebrations of life? Thankfully, there are a lot of cards available for Father’s Day. Of course, if you like, you can also make a card by hand for your father as a token of appreciation for what he means to you.

Father’s Day cards are available in various colors, designs and themes. Today, the greetings for Father’s Day can be sent through post or as a simple e-card. Various card companies have websites which offer free e-cards for the occasion. Apart from the websites of the various card companies, there are websites which pertain exclusively to Father’s Day.

One can also opt for belated Father’s Day cards on the websites. These cards ensure that your dad won’t remain grumpy about you missing Father’s Day, once he has a look at the cards.

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