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Don’t let poor travel planning ruin a vacation. Learn how to get a passport, shop for travel insurance and obtain immunizations. Not sure what to pack? eHow can show you the essential travel guides, maps and gear to stash in your carry-on luggage. Avoid wasting precious vacation time by knowing exactly what to expect from airport security. Going to be using foreign currency? eHow has tips on converting money, getting the best exchange rate and tipping abroad. Prepare for just about every travel need with eHow.

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How to Drive Cross Country with a Significant Other

By creativemayhem

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Driving across the country was always our dream. However, stories of break ups following a cross country trip made us think we needed to have amusing tricks up our sleeve (plus, a few practical things, too). Here are some helpful hints to ... more »

How to Drive Long Distances With Family or Others

By BeingArtsy

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Driving long distances is a challenge for most of us. Driving with family, or others in the car can be a chore for those of us who like to get where we are going as soon as possible, with minimal interruption. Careful planning can help to cut ... more »

How to Eat Well in London

By Camille Platt

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When Americans travel to the United Kingdom – particularly London – they are often surprised that while the area is a melting pot of European flavors, most local menus are overwhelmed with red meat and fried fish and have a surprising lack of ... more »

How to Enjoy a Disney Theme Park as an Adult

By Audrey M Brown

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Just because you're all grown up, that doesn't mean you can't have a blast at a Disney theme park! In fact, there are benfits to visiting any theme park as an adult. I'll tell you how to leave the real world behind, and party like a kid for an ... more »

How to Enjoy a Plane Ride

By Valerie Brooks

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Most of us can never find enough time in the day to do all the things we need or want to do. So when stuck on a plane for an hour or ten hours, that is the perfect time to indulge, pamper or catch up with unfinished business... more »

How to Enjoy the Point Defiance Flower and Garden Show.

By GreenGardenChic

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Only in its 4th year, The Point Defiance Flower and Garden Show in Tacoma Washington has gained notoriety as one of the largest outdoor garden shows in our area, rivaling the Chelsea Flower and Garden Show in Brittan. Spend your day exploring ... more »

How to Find a Nude Beach in Santa Barbara County, California

By eHow Travel Editor

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Nude Beaches are increasing in popularity as our society lowers its inhibitions, but we are finding freedom in letting go of some previously accepted norms. Use this information to help you find a nude beach in Santa Barbara County, California... more »

How to Find Gay-Friendly Activities in Chicago

By eHow Travel Editor

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Chicago is considered one of the top cities in the United States, rubbing shoulders with giants such as New York and Los Angeles. The culturally diverse city is also home to one of the most active, friendly and growing gay and lesbian communities ... more »

How to Find Hotels in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire

By eHow Travel Editor

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Hampton Beach, New Hampshire wins the award for the most popular tourist destination and the most used beach in the state. Summers in Hampton Beach provide more activities than you can fit into a typical vacation, from concerts to fireworks ... more »

How to Find Luxury Hotels in Jakarta, Indonesia

By eHow Travel Editor

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As the largest city and capital of Indonesia, Jakarta is a happening place. The traffic and smog alone will alert you to a city with a high level of activity. Though the scenery is sparse in this city, there are a number of desirable amenities ... more »

How to Fit More Clothes in a Suitcase

By PattyOh

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Whether you're going away for a week or a weekend, every woman wants to fit more clothes into her suitcase. Learning how to fit more clothes into your suitcase may even help you avoid paying extra fees for your luggage when you fly. There are ... more »

How to fit more in your suitcase with a vacuum, rubber band, and a plastic bag.

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Efficient packing has never been so easy. Save space when packing for a trip by tossing clothing items you don't mind getting wrinkled (underwear, shirts, pajamas,etc.) in a plastic bag and following this little video... more »

How to Fold and Care for a Topo Map

By eHow Travel Editor

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It's hard to navigate accurately with a dirty, grimy, wet or damaged map. Take care of your map and your map will take care of you... more »

How to Get A Seat On The Subway During Rush Hour

By AngelBean

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It’s rush hour and you have just worked a full day at Chase Manhattan. Your suit is hot your body is sticky and your Manolos are killing your feet and you are tired and want to sit down on the train and not have to ride the subway standing up all ... more »

How to get BOOSTED

By VanessaMai

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Before EBOOST...for every energy spike there was an energy crash. For every moment of focus there was a wave of disorientation. For every jolt of immunity there was a blast of chemicals. And for every ounce of recovery there was a pound of carbs. ... more »

How to Get Car Service in New York

By MIghtyDreamer

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Getting car service in New York can be trying emotionally. I lived in New York for sometime and one of the most difficult things to do was to get a cab. If you were a person of color it was even more difficult, no matter how expensive your ... more »

How to Get Good Deals on Travel

By Naz Ir

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You're sick of trolling for good prices. Here are some tips on ways to get a good deal when planning your travel... more »

How to Get Immunized for Somalia

By eHow Travel Editor

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Somalia is located in East Africa, on the Horn of Africa. Deeply troubled, Somalia has not had an effective central government since 1991. Tribal militias fight for dominance, and in Southern Somalia, no real government exists at all. Violent ... more »

How to Get Insurance for a Cruise

By eHow Travel Editor

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When you're planning a cruise vacation, the last thing you want to think about is something going wrong. But the reality is that "life happens," especially when you least expect it. You already have life, auto and homeowner's or renter's ... more »

How to Get the Most Out of a Vacation

By Al Jacobs

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With the temperature in the eighties, it’s vacation time. Pick that spot and make those arrangements. But this year give some thought to what you’ll get for what you pay. Protect your credit card from being bent out of shape... more »

How to Get Through Airport Security Efficiently?

By Maddie

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Post 9/11 airport security is now a daunting task. Now with the ban on liquids, checking in seems like an impossible feat. These helpful hints will help speed you through the process... more »

How to get through airport security quickly.

By MommaBird

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Are you the type of person who has to empty a lot of things from your pockets before going through airport security? If this sounds like you, or someone you know, you might try this to speed up the process on both sides of the ex-ray machine... more »

How to Get Travel Insurance

By eHow Travel Editor

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Travel insurance is a combination of trip-cancellation insurance and 24-hour emergency assistance. It helps you get your money back if, for example, you have to cancel your vacation or go home early. It's a smart purchase if you've planned a ... more »

How to Have a Great Vacation

By Sharon Slayton

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Are you already thinking about what to do for this year's vacation? Despite all your planning and expectations, your vacation is too important to take a chance on having it ruined. Follow these simple steps to make sure you, and your whole ... more »

How to Have an Organized Move

By ellenmwoods

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Moving can be very stressful, but a few simple tips can make your move go smoothly. Thanks to the Army, my family has weathered 8 moves in 13 years, and here are some of the tricks that helped us pull it off... more »