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How to Car Camp Frugally

By LilacGirl

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What is car camping? Using your car to get you where you want to camp, and then as the base for your camping experience. You might be sleeping in a tent, but not an RV, if you go car camping. Car camping is a fun and frugal vacation idea... more »

How to Change Your Name On Your Passport After Marriage

By alisonstorm

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After saying “I do,” changing your name can take time. After notifying the Social Security office and obtaining a social security card printed with your new name, you can apply for a new passport. Read on to learn how to change your name on your ... more »

How to Check Your Flight on Yahoo Travel

By eHow Travel Editor

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Before leaving for the airport, it's a good idea to check your flight status. See if it's on time, early, or late so you know when you should leave home. These days, it's important to be as informed as possible when it comes to flying. Follow ... more »

How to Choose a Hawaiian Island Vacation Spot

By eHow Travel Editor

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The Hawaiian Islands are America's paradise. Each island, however, offers a slightly different experience. For instance, Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is known for its nightlife and big-city attractions. Conversely, Kauai is known for its ... more »

How to Choose a Sleeping Bag for Backpacking

By Cougar1002

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When it comes to backpacking, not all sleeping bags are created equal. Due to the high variety of sleeping bag types and fill-materials, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what makes a great sleeping bag. Besides obvious factors including ... more »

How to Choose a Timeshare Resale Listing Company.

By MICHAEL SIMMERS

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Choosing a Reputable company to help sell your timeshare can be a daunting endeavour I would like to help guide you through this process, and keep any less then honest companies from hurting you... more »

How to Choose a Vacation Destination

By Ang1216Red

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Finding the perfect vacation spot can be easier than you think. Read on to learn how to choose a vacation destination... more »

How to Choose Which Sleeping Bag to Buy

By breezycycle

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Think of the coldest camping conditions you might be trying to snooze in and that is probably your safest bet for choosing a sleeping bag. An additional ten to fifteen degrees lower may be another consideration if you sleep out in the winter ... more »

How to Compare Cruise Prices

By eHow Travel Editor

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Every cruise Web site says they have the best deal, and it's nearly impossible to tell if you're getting that great deal or not. That's because cruises vary, cruise ships vary, even cruise lines vary--to the point of confusion. For comparing ... more »

How to Contact the Office on a Cruise

By eHow Travel Editor

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In a perfect world, vacation time would be work-free. In reality, being on a cruise doesn't always allow you to forget the office completely. Keeping in touch with the office can be tricky business on a cruise, so here are some steps you can take... more »

How to Cook With Tinfoil on a Campfire

By eHow Travel Editor

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Bring some tinfoil along on your next camping trip for some great new meals to try. Cooking with tinfoil on a campfire is versatile, less messy and allows you to use foods you may not be able to cook in a pot or a grill. For those who have a hard ... more »

How to Cope With Bad Group Dynamics While Traveling

By eHow Travel Editor

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Whether you're traveling with family, friends or a professional tour group, the stress of travel will inevitably lead to occasional conflict. The key to keeping a group vibe positive is to establish good communication patterns, catch conflicts ... more »

How to Cope With Homesickness While Traveling

By eHow Travel Editor

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Most people experience some degree of homesickness while traveling, even when they're away for brief periods of time. Homesickness does not have to ruin your trip; it can instead offer you an opportunity for growth and an enriched travel experience... more »

How to Cover All Events at the Annual Nanticoke Riverfest

By SeventhSibling

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Seaford, Delaware, a quiet town of around 7,000, is positioned along the Nanticoke River in southwest Delaware. Each summer, during the second weekend in July, Seaford hosts the 3-day Nanticoke Riverfest. The idea for the Riverfest came from a ... more »

How to Create a Trip Itinerary

By eHow Travel Editor

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The key to any successful trip is organization. Even if visions of sandy beaches and salty margaritas are dancing in your head, make time to thoroughly plan your travel... more »

How to Cut Commuting Costs

By John Messina

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With the rising cost of gas prices commuting to work everyday can become quite expensive. Below I have outlined a few tips that can help you in cutting these costs down... more »

How to Cut Risk With Online Travel Auctions

By eHow Travel Editor

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Online travel auctions may tempt travelers looking to cut expenses with bargains on trips, airfare and hotels. As with any auction, online or off, a bidder may be successful and get exactly what he had hoped for, in this case the dream vacation ... more »

How to Deal With Having No Luggage in Disney World

By Ang1216Red

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You’ve arrived! You land in Orlando International Airport, ready to be whisked away to the happiest place on earth. You de-plane and rush to baggage claim…only to find that the airline has lost your luggage and are doing “all they can” to find ... more »

How to Deal with Travel Stress

By Zach Chouteau

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Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, it’s almost inevitable that a little--or a lot--of stress will make an unwelcome appearance along the way. These steps will help you combat the tension, and all of its accompanying physical and ... more »

How to De-Stress on a Long Trip

By dee5000

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De-Stressing from a long trip starts before you start. What is considered to be a long trip will be different for each person, persons or family or groups. Planning and preparation is a valuable step. It also may depend if you are traveling ... more »

How to Determine Approach Speed for Landing an Airplane

By eHow Travel Editor

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The indicated airspeed a pilot chooses to use on final approach to land is called the approach speed, also known as Vref. Ideally, this speed is established several miles out, and then maintained for a stabilized descent until crossing the end of ... more »

How to Discover Montreux, Switzerland

By oltibc

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One of Europe's major destinations, Montreux is perched on the northern edge of Lake Geneva. It is located along the ancient Roman "Highway." Whether you enjoy relaxing in the sun or strolling along the lake, as the gentle waves lap at the shore, ... more »

How to Display Australian Souvenirs

By Virginia Allain

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After a trip-of-a-lifetime to Australia, your souvenirs remind you of the great time you had. Don't stuff them in the closet. Display them throughout your home. Here are ways to feature these unique items... more »

How to Do Ecotourism

By eHow Travel Editor

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Ecotourism began in the 1990s and is now growing faster than the entire tourism industry. However, many people still don't know what ecotourism entails. It means traveling to natural places that actively protect the environment while bettering ... more »

How to do the Circle Line Pub Crawl in London

By Karen Cotton

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Probably one of London's most (in)famous pub crawls is the Circle Line Pub Crawl. This circular subway line in central London has 27 stops. At each one, you must hop off and have a drink. The goal is to finish at your starting point for your ... more »