Have you ever lost something while on a trip? You were likely mad at yourself for being careless and resolved to be more careful in the future. Most of the posts at McCool Travel are about money-saving travel tips and having fun–or reducing stress, if you prefer. For something different today, this post includes some … Continue reading
Posted in September 2011 …
8 Great Ways to Pick a Road Trip Destination
Following up on last week’s post about adventure, I have a few free days available and will take a road trip. I have not yet decided where to go but here are some tactics I use to figure out where to go on road trips: Scenic Drive. I often prioritize a road trip around a … Continue reading
Travel Tip: Stop Planning and Start an Adventure
It is easy to plan a trip. Airfares, hotel rates, and rental car prices are easily found at any number of websites. Events, restaurants, and other to-do details can all be figured out ahead of time. Everything planned. No surprises. No stone unturned. … BUT, where is the fun in that? What about adventure? In … Continue reading
Travel Tip: Save Money By NOT Buying In Quantity
Consumers buying multiple products (in quantity) receive discounts. This is a standard business rule. Except for one industry. Yep, the travel industry. OK, to be fair, the travel industry is a bit schizophrenic. Consumers might get discounted rates when staying at a hotel for a designated number of nights; could be 10 or 30. One … Continue reading
Travel Tip: Anchor Trips in Big Cities
Save money, time, and aggravation by starting and ending trips in big cities. For example, you are planning a three week trip to Europe. You want to visit Paris, Rome, Munich, Geneva, and Amsterdam–and to travel by train between cities. A 21 day Eurail Global Pass costs $1085 but a 15 day Eurail Global Pass … Continue reading
8 Great Ways to Select a Restaurant
When you travel, how do you decide where to eat? Cost? Recommendation? Here are 8 great ways to pick a restaurant: 1. Read. I frequently see reviews or mentions of restaurants in magazine and newspaper articles. Other places to read about restaurants include Zagat guides,chowhound, Yelp, and TripAdvisor. 2. Ask. Many people like to get restaurant recommendations from hotel … Continue reading
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