Weekly Wanderer's Travel Tips

Avoid Musty Smells with Aromatherapy and Dryer Sheets

Aug 16, 2011
Sometimes when you go to unpack, your stuff just seems... not that clean any more. Avoid that musty smell by packing clean dryer sheets in between the layers. Also, if... Read more

Packing Tip: Stack Clothes, Don't Pack Them

Aug 04, 2011
Instead of packing your suitcase while it's flat on your bed, try turning it on side, the way it will be when you're transporting it, and pack your clothes Pringles-style.... Read more

Travel Books are Great but You Can Eliminate Extra Weight

Jul 28, 2011
No doubt you've bought plenty of travel books all about your destination but instead of lugging all of them with you, why not photocopy the relevant pages and leave the... Read more

19. Road Rules: Wear Your Seat Belt, Check Local Cell Phone Laws

Jul 07, 2011
Most likely, your vacation will involve some driving. Did you know your chances of dying in a car accident rise significantly if you're not wearing a seat belt? Not to... Read more

Road Rules: Wear Your Seat Belt, Check Local Cell Phone Laws

Jul 07, 2011
Most likely, your vacation will involve some driving. Did you know your chances of dying in a car accident rise significantly if you're not wearing a seat belt? Not to... Read more

"Staycation" With the Best of Them

Jun 09, 2011
In this day and age of everyone wanting to save a few bucks, the "staycation" has gained popularity. But staying in your home city doesn't have to mean a fake... Read more

Consider Investing in Some Noise-Canceling Headphones

Jun 03, 2011
Whether you are traveling by car or plane, you will be thankful you brought these along. A good pair of noise-canceling headphones (different from your garden-variety kind) will save your... Read more

Car Trip Emergency Kit

May 26, 2011
Having an emergency kit in the car is something we all know we should do--but how many of us actually do it? To make yours, be sure to include jumper... Read more

Beach Trip Tips

May 19, 2011
Beach vacations are popular for many reasons but you don't want your dream trip to turn into a nightmare. Do your research beforehand and pick a beach that caters to... Read more

Consider different airports

May 12, 2011
If you live in a big city, chances are that more than one airport serves it. While you may think of one airport as your "home" airport, when looking for... Read more