Looking for cheap gas? Where to find the best prices in your area

Monday, March 7, 2011

With the rising costs of gasoline these days, I thought I would share a website I was sent a few years ago. You can find link on the MSN auto page (click here for a direct link). It works in all states in the US. The new interactive gas center has even more information than the original webpage. You can now see the gas prices and map side by side. To find the information, enter your zip code and you will see a list the lowest price in your area. You will get better results if you then enter your city and state. When...

15 ways to reduce stress when going to the airport

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Too many times I have been stressed, worried or frustrated on the way to the airport. Once we missed a flight to Hawaii because of a series of unfortunate events. If any one of them hadn’t happened, we would have easily been on our way. Not only were we disappointed, but our vacation was delayed and in essence, cut short. Over the years, I’ve learned that I needed to be well prepared for our trips. Here are some ideas that may help you reduce the negative emotions that can end up ruining your trip. Arrange...

How far did I run, walk, hike or bike? Calculate and find the distance online

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Ever wonder how many miles you went? MapMyRun.com can help find the distance you’ve traveled. Once you sign up and log in, you can see if someone else has plotted the same route. If not, go to ROUTES then Map a Route. Pick a starting location, type of activity and what you are doing it for (exercise, social, school, etc.). Click on your starting position then click on points along your route. I start by plotting to the end of a street or big change in direction then go back to give the route the right shape as I...

No fax machine? Send and receive faxes from your computer.

Sunday, February 27, 2011

When I started my travel business, many suppliers asked me to fax my information. Luckily, I had a fax machine. It was easy enough to send the paperwork, but receiving them was a problem. I didn’t have a dedicated fax line so I had to plug in my phone cord into the machine when I thought I would be receiving documents. Sometimes I would get phone calls in between or I would have to leave before they were sent to me. I went looking for something to help me and found that eFax provided the service I needed. Even though...

Find your luggage faster in the airport baggage claim area

Saturday, February 26, 2011

When luggage comes onto the rotating carrier, most people stare at the items to see if it belongs to them. The fear of having someone steal your belongings can be a real one. Unless your checked baggage is easily identifiable, then you may have to wait until items come by so you may check the tag. While waiting, you may have noticed creative ways some people make their bags stand out. One easy thing to do is to tie a piece of brightly colored yarn to the handle. Another is to have a band that not only makes items...

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Calorie counter app that helps weight loss – for the iPhone and Android

Tired of counting points, eating diet food or paying for packaged meals? If you have an iPhone or Android, you can download an app that will help you count and track your calories. (Blackberry users – the app is in progress.) I started my diet at the beginning of this year. This time, I decided [...]