Special January fares for RTW tickets

Whether you’ve resolved to travel more this year or not (and what travelers among us don’t make that resolution pretty much every year?), chances are good that you’ll be at least poking around the web looking for a cheap plane ticket now and then – especially in this economy. But if all you’re looking for… Continue reading Special January fares for RTW tickets

Using Skype for voice calls while traveling is easy and often free

Only a few years ago, trying to make or receive phone calls while traveling was difficult and often very expensive. That can still be the case in many places without a good tourist infrastructure, but several recent developments have made it easy and cheap, even for quality that is amazingly good. Skype is the best… Continue reading Using Skype for voice calls while traveling is easy and often free

Free Walking Tours Are An Excellent New Trend in Europe and Israel

Started only in 2006, there is a new revolution spreading around Europe and elsewhere, and it’s especially helpful to RTW travelers and others on strict budgets. A company called Sandeman’s, which was founded by Chris Sandeman in Berlin, has begun offering “free” walking tours of various cites in a very novel way. As someone who… Continue reading Free Walking Tours Are An Excellent New Trend in Europe and Israel

Be Sure to Include Some Lesser-Known Cities on Your RTW Trip

When you begin planning your route for your round the world trip, you’ll no doubt be creating a list of the most famous and touristy cities in every region you’ll visit. This is totally understandable, and there is nothing wrong with it, but it’s also good to include some lesser-known cities when you are actually… Continue reading Be Sure to Include Some Lesser-Known Cities on Your RTW Trip