Traveling on business is never an easy thing to do. Missed flights, messed up reservations and time shortages are the norm and not having your own comfy bed to climb into can make it all even tougher. If you travel often for business, you are probably used to the stress already. Or at least you think you are. The truth is, stress is not something we ever “get used to” and we are susceptible to all kinds of health problems because of it. From silent killers like high blood pressure and heart Continue Reading
Hometown Tourist: How to explore your own city #BayouTravel
Who among us has scoffed at the idea of touring our own city? If we are honest with ourselves, it is probably a pretty high percentage. The fact is, most places have tons of great things to do if you know how and where to look. Every single corner of the globe has history. Every place has something that makes it unique. Learning about these things is a big key to exploring your own city and becoming a “hometown tourist” yourself. Here are some tips to get you started no matter where you Continue Reading
Travel Tips: Five Ways to Avoid Jet Lag Before You Ever Board The Plane #BayouTravel
The key to travel is to return without feeling like you need another vacation, from your vacation. Tough life right? Well for some, jet lag is a pain in the neck…literally. Few things can leave you feeling worse than a case of jet lag. Fortunately, it can also be dealt with fairly easily. There are plenty of things you can do to avoid this frustrating travel reality even before you ever get on the plane. Here are five things you can do pretravel to avoid jet lag the next time you head off Continue Reading
How to Endure Extended Flights in 7 Simple Steps #BayouTravel
Extended flights can be a major pain in the neck if you don’t prepare ahead of time. Travel is hard enough without being curled up in a tiny seat for hours at a time. Still, there are a number of things that can be done to make your trip much more comfortable. The key is to plan ahead of time. Here are seven things in particular that you can do to make your extended flights more comfortable: Dress for Comfort There are people out there that are perfectly comfortable in a business suit and Continue Reading
Pros and Cons to Purchasing a CityPASS® on your Next Vacation #BayouTravel
Disclosure: I'm always looking for ways to save when I travel and knew my readers would enjoy learning more about the company. I did use them on my recent Atlanta visit and hope to use them again in the future. I was provided with 2 media/press booklet to use and learn more about the saving and service they provide to their clients. It's no secret that visiting tourist attractions during a vacation can use up a large chunk of your travel budget. One way to save money if your Continue Reading
Family Travel Tip: How to Babyproof your Hotel Room
Traveling with a baby can be a scary experience. You may wonder how they will react to the change in schedule and scenery. However, many don't consider the importance of babyproofing the hotel room, especially when they have mobile youngsters. Your room should be as safe as your home during your stay, so be sure you do not forget to take the proper precautions to keeping your baby from danger. 1. Request a crib for your room when you make your reservation. Most hotel chains will be able to Continue Reading