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How to Do Useful Travel Research

By CyndiLou

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Your tickets are booked and you have your Passport- what else do you need, right? Wrong! International travel requires a good deal of research to ensure you have a safe and healthy trip... plus you don't want to miss any of the good stuff!.. more »

How to Dress for a Cruise

By eHow Travel Editor

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Sun, sand and pristine waters offer cruise-goers the time to relax, enjoy and take part in hundreds of activities available on today's major cruise lines. Today's popular cruises cross the globe from the Caribbean, to the Bahamas to Alaska and ... more »

How to Dress for Climbing Kilimanjaro

By UltimateKili

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It is said that the trek from the gate to the peak of Kilimanjaro is like walking from the equator to Antarctica. The temperatures you may encounter on Mount Kilimanjaro can be over 100 degrees to well below zero. Therefore, it is important for ... more »

How to Dress for International Trips

By David Kingsbury

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You have an important business meeting in another country and are expected to dress well. Or you’re meeting your fiancé’s stylish parents in Paris and want to make a great first impression. After taking a quick look in the closet, you realize ... more »

How to Dress Great with Only a Carry On

By CyndiLou

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Looking great for a week in France is easy to do with just a carry on. With some planning and good shopping instinct, you can skip the baggage claim and head right to having fun!.. more »

How to Dress in Boston

By GingerJoy

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Whether you're traveling to Boston for a weekend trip and want to look like a local or you're moving to Boston for school, you're in for a treat when it comes to fashion. While Boston isn't known for it's high fashion scene, it does have a style ... more »

How to Dress Like a Local in Los Angeles

By eHow Travel Editor

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Visitors to Los Angeles are easy to spot due to certain fashion faux pas. Purchasing the necessary fashion must-haves at home helps visitors blend in and experience the culture like a local. Leaving certain items at home and replacing them with ... more »

How to Dress Warmly in Winter

By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor

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Winter weather can certainly leave you feeling extremely cold, if you aren't equipped for it. Dressing warmly in winter can help you adjust to the frigid temperatures when you step outside. Whether you are braving the cold weather to hit the ... more »

How to drive accident free

By grouch

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You have a license and you know the rules of the road but how many of us follow them all each and every time we sit down behind the wheel? Straying from these guidelines is what causes accidents and there are steps that we can take to ensure if ... more »

How to Drive Badlands National Park

By eHow Travel Editor

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The Badlands are a colorful and geologically rich part of the National Parks system. They are located close to Interstate 90 in South Dakota. The park offers travelers a scenic drive that is nothing like the view from the highway. Hop off and ... more »

How to Drive California's Father Junipero Serra Freeway

By eHow Travel Editor

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California's Father Junipero Serra Highway, also known as Interstate 280, is a 53-mile historical drive traversing from the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area to nearby San Jose, California. This scenic byway was named for Father Junipero Serra ... more »

How to Drive Cross Country By Yourself

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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If the open road is calling you (or you have to move across country), don't be afraid to jump in the car and make the trip alone. It's a great way to see how vast these United States are, and depending on your timetable, you can spend a little ... more »

How to Drive Cross Country With a Cat

By eHow Travel Editor

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Cats are small in size, but can be a big distraction when traveling with you in a car. Don't assume your cat will curl up contentedly for the long ride. If your cat cries in the car on short trips like those to the vet, than you might be in for a ... more »

How to Drive in Mexico Without Getting Into Trouble

By eHow Travel Editor

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Driving in Mexico isn't all that different from driving in the United States. However, if you're not a citizen of that country, there are several requirements you must fulfill before getting in your vehicle South of the Border... more »

How to Drive in New York

By ckompanek

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Driving in New York can be a challenging and nerve-wreaking experience. It is best to avoid driving and take public transportation. However, if you have no other choice, the following steps will help you get to your destination with a cooler ... more »

How to Drive on the Freeway

By eHow Travel Editor

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America's interstates, often called freeways, are perfect for getting from one place to another very quickly. Because of the high rates of speed allowed on these routes, it's imperative to observe good freeway driving etiquette so as to avoid ... more »

How to Drive on the Left Side of the Road

By eHow Travel Editor

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The choice of driving on the left or right side of the road was established based on the historic aspects of each country. Today, even though the majority of the world population drives on the right side, countries like the United Kingdom, India, ... more »

How to Drive Through Iowa

By eHow Travel Editor

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Whether you are driving through Iowa for business or pleasure, there are many interesting things to do along the way. The 29th state is mostly known for its agricultural products, but it has many cities as well. As you drive through Iowa, take ... more »

How to Drive Through Nebraska

By eHow Travel Editor

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Nebraska offers many diverse sights for you to enjoy as you drive through the state. From the Missouri River on the eastern side of the state to the high plains on the western side, the Cornhusker State has much to share with its visitors. Read ... more »

How to Drive Without Feeling Drowsy

By BeingArtsy

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Each year, many traffic accidents are caused by tired drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. When beginning the trip, most do not feel sleepy or tired, however there are several factors that may contribute to the high occurrence of drowsy ... more »

How to Eat Cheaper in Vegas

By eHow Travel Editor

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In the past, it was a cinch to eat cheaply - if not for free - in Vegas. Desperate to get gamblers in, they lured customers in with cheap eats. These dining deals are fewer and further in between these days, but there are still ways to go easy on ... more »

How to Eat Icelandic Hakarl

By Phaea

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"Hakarl" is Icelandic for "fermented shark". This Icelandic dish is made by burying Greenlandic shark meat in gravel for 3-6 months until it reaches the correct state of decomposition. This method was invented in Iceland to ... more »

How to Eat in Portland, Oregon on the Cheap

By eHow Travel Editor

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Portland is certainly not short on places to eat. Though it offers many fine-dining options, it also has places for those watching their wallet. Portland is a city full of great neighborhood diners that offer comfort food for all tastes and good ... more »

How to Eat in San Francisco on the Cheap

By eHow Travel Editor

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San Francisco is famous for its terrific ' and often expensive ' food and wine, but you can still eat well in the Bay Area without spending a lot of money. Here are a few simple guidelines to help you get the most from your food budget... more »

How to Eat in Washington, D.C., on the Cheap

By eHow Travel Editor

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The nation's capital is a great choice for the budget traveler, mostly because many of the main tourist attractions are free. Good food comes in a wide variety of price ranges, but you should still be able to eat well without destroying your budget... more »