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Trip Planning Ideas	Weather Planning	Language Guides
Money: Exchange Rates	Travel Advice for Women	Advice for Seniors & Disabled
Travel Complaints	Travel Scams	Health Precautions
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Mexico	Caribbean	Europe
Asia & Pacific	Africa & Middle East	Central & South America
Cruise Guides	Cruise Companies	Cruise Planning	Cruise Precautions
Cruise Destinations	River & Small Ship Cruising	Cruise Scams
Guided Tours	Guided Tour Information	Senior Tour & Classes	Disability Tours
Tour Problems	North & South American Tours	Tours Elsewhere
Independent Travel	Travel Magazines	Independent Guides	Safety & Precautions
Modes of Transport	Car	Train	Motor Home
Bus	Air	Boat (not cruises)
Hiking & Backpacking	Bike & Motorcycle	Other Modes
Travel Assistance	Places to Complain	Safe Travel	Travel & Money

Train Trips

Preparing For Train Trip	US & Canada by Train	Europe
Asia & Australia	Mexico, Central & South America	Africa & Middle East

Preparing For Train Trip	"Maybe you don't like flying, or are concerned about air travel's contribution to global warming. Or perhaps you just prefer real travel by train or ship, where the journey is part of the adventure... Either way, The Man in Seat Sixty-One will tell you how to travel overland comfortably & affordably where you might think that air was now the only option."
Who is the Man in Seat Sixty-One?
Train Travel Resources	Hints for train travel in Europe, Canada, and the U.S.
Classical Train Journeys	"Explore some of the greatest and most luxurious train trips in the world."
Complaints Against Amtrack	" To put it mildly, train travel in the U.S. is off the rails. Amtrak lives from moment to moment, totally dependent on the Congressional whim of the moment. The equipment is rundown, the tracks are a mess and the train crews are, all too often, ill-trained, rude and even downright abusive."
Traveling by Private Rail Car	Commercial. "Our network of private train cars range from the early 1900's, rivaling the grandeur of the Orient Express, through the 50's deco dinner cars to the modern marvels of today's elite class."
Train Travel Packing Must-Have List	"When you are traveling by train, it is so much more important to pack well. You will be on the go, and probably lugging your bags up and down stairs and while you walk to your hotel. You also want to be sure you have the proper items for your trip, while packing lightly."
Adventurous New Ways to Travel by Rail	"There is an enchanted feeling to riding the rails. No wonder train travel is featured in countless books and movies, not to mention songs. Add traveling in foreign a destination and you may find yourself hooked on steel wheels forever! At the very least you'll have memories and stories to last a lifetime."
Unique Train Trips Worldwide	"Some of the great train rides are disappearing. The lust for speed is destroying the passion for the trip itself. But there are still many great train rides left. Take one. The Orient-Express still runs. If the Road To Mandalay inspires nostalgia, the Orient-Express inspires awe. We've listed a wide array of train sites and train rides. You can still ride the Patagonian Express through Patagonia. You can take train rides through the Australia outback."
Travel by Train	"Trains are a great way to travel. They'll pick you up and drop you off in the middle of major cities, and they travel through some of the best countryside on the planet. Slide up to the glass and look through your moving lens to the world."
Scary Train Stories	"The scary trains page has first hand accounts of problems people have experienced on night trains and practical advice on looking after yourself."
United States & Canada	"As the nation's intercity passenger rail operator, Amtrak connects America in safer, greener and healthier ways. With 21,000 route miles in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces, Amtrak operates more than 300 trains each day — at speeds up to 150 mph — to more than 500 destinations."
AMTRAK
United States Cross-Country by Train	"When you travel by train there is practically none of the demeaning bullshit one has to deal with when flying. During my train trips, attendants just wanted to make sure my signature on my driver’s license matched the signature on my ticket which also matched the name printed on the ticket."
AutoTrain	" The Auto Train takes you and your car (or your van, motorcycle, SUV, small boat, jet-ski, or other recreational vehicle) nonstop from the Washington, DC area to sunny Florida."
USA by Rail	"Everything you need for train travel in North America with Amtrak, VIA Rail and tourist steam railroads. This definitive guide book for rail touring includes details of Amtrack and VIA Rail passes, steam trains, railway museums, train travel tips and links to many great rail and "Eravel websites throughout the USA, Canada and the rest of the world."
Rail Travel in the U.S.	The U.S. may be the land of the car, but it also one of the greatest countries in the world to be explored by passenger train. There are a number of private operators who offer exclusive and luxurious packages on private passenger trains, but it is onboard the trains of the state owned and subsidized Amtrak that most tourists and travelers experience America by rail.
Auto Train Travel Tips	"Amtrak's Auto Train is a one-of-a-kind service in the U.S., enabling travelers to take along their car, small van, or motorcycle when they travel along the east coast. Passengers ride in either wide coach seats or private first-class sleeping compartments while their vehicles are safely carried in enclosed auto carriers."
VIARail Canada	"Download a timetable and print it. You'll have it right at hand!These documents are in PDF format. You must have a recent version of the Acrobat Reader software (version 5 or higher) installed on your computer."
Canada Transport: Rails	"Transport Canada has regulations, standards and programs to oversee safety at road / railway grade crossings, and the accessibility and sustainability of the rail transportation system. The department also monitors Canada's rail infrastructure and plays a role in the transport of dangerous goods."
Canada by Train	In English & French. "Canada, by Train has three main sections. Ties That Bind provides a short history of railways in Canada and how they marketed their passenger services. It creates a context for the other two sections, Transcontinental Tour and Tracking Time."
Rail Travel in Canada	"Canada's railway system primarily transports freight. The country's two major railway companies, Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway, turned over operation of their passenger services in 1978 to VIA Rail Canada. In addition to VIA Rail, a few smaller railways in remote areas of Canada also offer passenger service."
Train Travel Alaska	"One of the most exciting ways to see the 49th State is to take an Alaska train tour. The Alaska Railroad travels for 470 miles from Seward on the south-central Kenai Peninsula, to the northern city of Fairbanks. Throughout your journey, your Alaska train tour will bring you through some of the most scenic and rugged territory in Alaska."
Train Vacations in Canada	"Explore destinations in Canada. Click on the province of your choice on the map below."
Europe	Includes ticket and schedule information. "Railpass.com is the largest single rail pass outlet in the U.S., hundreds of thousands of satisfied rail travelers have purchased train tickets, rail passes or other travel products from Railpass.com. With over 60 types of Rail Passes."
EurailPass
Rail Europe	Commercial. "Unlike Air tickets, some European trains require reservations while others do not. The good news is we've taken all the hard work out of it for you."
See The Real Europe. With Rail Europe	Whether this is your first Eurail journey or your tenth (or more), Rail Europe can take you where you want to be. Travel to capital cities and charming, forgotten towns where time has stood still for centuries. You can save by going second-class (it's hardly roughing it) or travel first class all the way - with gourmet meals and private sleepers.
European Train Tips	"Shop around before you purchase your rail pass. Many agents offer a variety of bonuses...."
TravelBox Europe	Links to articles about train services in all European countries.
Train Timetables: UK	"National Rail Enquiries provides the same up-to-the-minute advice on journey planning and train service updates as our telephone service. It uses the same data systems as the telephone service and is updated at the same time with latest changes and disruption information."
How to Travel Around Britain by Train	"Almost all of England, and some of Wales and Scotland too, is within four hours of London by train. These journeys are typically faster by train than by plane, and often can be cheaper, too. If you plan to travel around Britain, a combination of trains and rental cars is usually the best way to do this."
Tips on Riding Italian Trains	"Train travel in Italy is cheap compared to surrounding countries. But there's a catch: major rail lines in Italy tend to have a vast ridership and seats during "rush hours" can be difficult to find on Italian trains. We can offer tips that'll get you over this hurdle"
Spanish Train Travel	" While train travel in Spain can be a little confusing, most rail systems now seem to have been consolidated under Spain's national train company, RENFE. "
Your Train Russia	" You can book railway tickets from our site for Moscow and Saint-Petersburg city delivery right now. Also express mail tickets available."
Asia & Australia	"Without Japanese reading skills, it is rather difficult to use a Japanese timetable, although the largest timetable books contain kana readings for all station names. Printed timetables in English are available in limited quantities by mail from the New York and Paris offices of Japan Railways (see link towards the bottom of the page)."
Train Guide: Japan
Indian Railways Timetables	"India's railway system is Asia's largest. The network covers a route length of over 62,000 km and it is serviced by over 7,000 stations and 11,000 trains."
Travel China Guide Trains	Commercial. " Travel China Guide - a China-based leading tour operator - provides a China train schedule for those who are planning a rail travel in China, including trains to major cities. "
Korea Railroad Information	Official site of K-Rail
North Korea by Train	"A TV news segment about a 7-day train tour of North Korea. The special tour takes foreigners along the main train line from the Chinese border to Pyongyang, and then passengers get on a special car on a local train line to see the North Korean countryside."
World Rail Information	"Your links to train related sites worldwide"
Mexico, Central & South America	"I started traveling consistently on Mexican trains in 1989. This happened as a result of Mexico Research publishing on August 1, 1988, their first - and last - comprehensive schedule"Train Times in Mexico." This 75 page schedule with its 70 routes served me well for a decade. I simply had to open the book to its spider-web like map detailing the network of passenger routes servicing all parts of the country. This included 10 entry points along the U.S. border and 10 international port destinations on the two coasts."
Train Times in Mexico
How to Travel by Train in Central and South America	"Unlike Europe or even parts of Asia and Africa, Central and South America simply does not have a developed international rail network. International train services are almost non-existent, and most journeys must generally be made by long-distance bus or plane."
South America Passenger Rail Services	Some listings may be in Spanish or Portugese.
Overland Travel in South America	"Railroads on this vast continent are mostly a relic of a past era of glory. Many of them were built in the late 19th century in order to demonstrate a country’s modernity and progress, but little remains of these railroads today. "
Travel by Train in Bolivia	" The railway company that connects Villazón with Oruro (via Tupiza, Uyuni and Río Mulatos) is modern and well-equipped, as you may have guessed from looking at the above photos. Unfortunately, some of the older travel guide books still give old information about passenger trains in Bolivia being either not reliable or even non-existant. That kind of info is outdated and NOT TRUE. "
Africa & Middle East	"Egypt is fabulous, and Cairo one of the most fascinating cities in the world. There's no need to book a tour, it's easy to travel round Egypt independently. Egyptian Railways are easily the most comfortable way to travel between Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, Port Said & Suez. The views from the train can be wonderful, especially on the Cairo-Luxor-Aswan and Cairo-Alexandria routes. "
Train Travel in Egypt
Africa & Mideast Train Travel	"TrainTraveling.com posts annotated links to Intercity Trains, Local Transit, Tourist Trains and Rail Tours. In addition the website features expanded LeadTopics profiles of specific rail operators and services; PressPoints to rail travel news and features appearing in a cross-section of electronic media."
African Passenger Rail & Transit	"RailServe.com's mission is simple: provide the leading worldwide resource for finding rail-related content on the Internet. This mission is accomplished through a fast yet powerful layout, providing easy navigation for both the first-time visitor and frequent user. More than 14,000 resources are carefully organized into 136 categories covering all aspects of rail travel, hobby, and industry. "
From Syria to Jordan on the Middle East's Most Famous Train	"Why travel on the Hejaz railway? The train between Jordan and Syria. The background, history, practicalities and experience of the Middle East's most famous train"
Israel Railways	"Israel Railways are undergoing a process of revival and expansion. The Railways can provide an appropriate solution to the transportation distress in the country, to road congestion and accidents, and to the need for preserving the environment. Today Israel Railways provide efficient transportation for 1,800,000 passengers per month, and have been transformed into a vitally important factor in the general public transport network of Israel, comparable to the railways of other modern countries around the world."
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Motor Home Trips

RV Ratings	"We rate RV models and manufacturers. Are you considering a motor home, travel trailer, fifth wheel, toy hauler? Would you like to know how the RV manufacturers in North America compare to each other regarding customer satisfaction, quality of construction, resale value and price?"
Travel at ease with Motor Home	Page down to see article below ads. "Motor homes, also known as recreational vehicles, are an ideal way to experience travel comfortably and economically. Popular with road trippers and frequent domestic travelers, motor homes usually include a kitchenette, bathroom, sleeping areas, living areas, and amenities that make the vehicle a complete mini-home."
National Traffic and Road Closure Information	"Click on State for Traffic and Closure Information."
Beat the Traffic	"To check live traffic conditions for your city, click a city on the map or in the list below"
Traffic 411	"Instant access to everything you need to get where you're going quickly and safely."
Cool Camper Vans	Commercial " Europe is an amazing continent, this is our top 10 of places to visit!"
The Effect of Gas Prices on Travel	"Understanding the true cost of living the lifestyle of travel in a motor home requires considering many factors. We are all quick to think about miles per gallon when we think of the cost of motor home travel."
Canada Motor Home Vacations	"A motor home is a great way to travel during a vacation in Canada. Mostly a rental motor home will come complete with all the essentials. There are a large number of campgrounds throughout Canada and North America which are set up and equipped for motor home vacations."
How (and Why) to Roam Mexico in an RV or Van	"Traveling in Mexico by RV led us to wonderful experiences we could only have had that way. Camping by a remote ferry landing on the Gulf of Mexico, deepening our immersion in the ancient ruins of El Tajín by spending the night in the parking lot, having brunch in our motor home with a taxi driver in Xalapa, watching an informal rodeo by a restaurant in Chihuahua - these are some of our treasured memories. Many other small moments of beauty or interest came from this way of traveling too."
RVs & Motor Homes In Mexico	"If you are planning a road trip to Mexico, acquiring quality Mexican auto insurance should be one of your top priorities. It is not much fun to think about having a car accident in Mexico, but it will be even less fun if you end up getting in an accident and you don’t have quality Mexican auto insurance to back you up."
Europe by Van & Motor Home	A converted school bus may be a handy way to get around in North America, but in Europe, you'll want a more compact motor home to negotiate narrow roads and minimize fuel expenses
Traveling Europe in a Motor Home	"Traveling around Europe with your own home on wheels is the ultimate way to see and stay in places off the beaten path. You have the freedom to travel when and where you want without having to worry about finding a place to sleep"
Motor Home Links	For all of Europe.
Motor Homing in Europe	"Recently, I completed an 8-month trip across Europe by motor home. As a former tour operator, I’ve traveled just about every way imaginable. I found motor homing hard to beat. You pack once; you travel where you want when you want; you have no worries about where the next hotel room will be, and you have to try hard not to meet people."
Motor Homes Australia	"The resource website for motor home and camper van owners and enthusiasts. Information, Forum, live Chat Rooms, technical advice, C.M.C.A., owners' photo album, links, travelers tales, and lots more."
Motor Homing in New Zealand	"There is simply no better way to discover New Zealand’s treasures than in your own fully-equipped motor home"
RVing in China	Commercial.
South Africa by Motor Home	"Most motor homes don't come equipped with wireless internet, and so I had to keep a journal the old fashioned way - with pen and paper! Overall, the journey was pretty incredible, and I was so thankful to have the opportunity to see more of this beautiful country during our stay."
South Africa's Best by Motor Home: 20 Day Self Drive Safari	Commercial. "Explore wildest Africa while traveling overland across Southern Africa in a motor home or 4X4 camper van vehicle. Your vehicle will travel as part of a small convoy, accompanied by an experienced, professional guide driving his own vehicle. Our self drive African safaris give you independence, freedom and privacy while experiencing possibly the greatest adventure of your life."
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Bus Trips

Bus Tours - How to Select the Best Fit	"Bus tours are a great way to travel the world without ever having to get behind the wheel."
United States Local and State Transit Links	"APTA is the leading force in advancing public transportation. Our Mission Statement is to strengthen and improve public transportation, APTA serves and leads its diverse membership through advocacy, innovation and information sharing. APTA and its members and staff work to ensure that public transportation is available and accessible for all Americans in communities across the country."
Get Your Motor Running	"Don’t spend the spring dreaming of the ultimate summer road trip only to end up numbing your bum on endless hours of ruler-straight highways shooting past carbon-copy exits barnacled with identical fast food outlets, mega gas stations, and chain hotels."
Complaints Against Bus Lines	"The list isn't very long but what it lacks in length it more than makes up for in squalor and misery."
Bus Across Mexico	"Bus Across Mexico is a unique guide that takes the mystery out of Mexico's bus system, the largest and most efficient in the world. Bus Across Mexico takes the mystery out of bus schedules. Over 40,000 bus schedules are available"
Mexico Bus Schedule	"Mexico has over 800 bus companies offering thousands of bus schedules. You can save money by using inexpensive buses instead of costly rental cars, save time by avoiding airport security hassels, and save memories by getting off the beaten path. Even Mexico business executives park their cars and take an overnight bus for business meetings."
Mexico Bus Travel Tips	"What can I carry on a bus in Mexico?" That's one of the most frequently asked questions by travelers unfamiliar with Mexico's vast bus system, the largest in the world. Here are some guidelines from ADO GL, the major deluxe class bus company for eastern and southern Mexico, including the Yucatan. "
Overland Travel in South America	"Bus travel is the most common form of public transportation in South America, both for short-distance and long-distance travel. Wherever there is a road, you can travel there by bus, shared minivan or truck. Be prepared however, as the quality of bus travel varies enormously depending on the route, the region, and the country in which you are traveling."
The Bus Station: America & the Caribbean	"Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Venezuela, Uruguay and the USA have their own pages - please check the left hand column"
Bus Tour Self-Defense in Europe	" By understanding the tour business, you can take advantage of a big bus tour without it taking advantage of you. I’ll always be a staunch believer in independent travel, but I know that for many people with limited time and money, tours can be an efficient way to see Europe."
European Travel by Bus	"After working six months in Scotland and England, I realized that my initial financial forecast was too optimistic. I didn’t want to leave without touring Europe, but I could not afford to travel by train. So I looked around for alternatives and found two bus passes that I could afford: Eurolines Europass and the Busabout pass. Eurolines Europass is less expensive than Busabout (and offers fewer perks), but both passes cost less than comparable rail passes."
BazBus - South Africa by Bus	"A passion for backpacking and a dedicated hard working team helped to create this unique transport network in South Africa. Today, Baz Bus is a leading force in the backpacking Industry. We now have 180 hostels along our route and we carry over 10 000 independent travelers on our buses each year!"
Travel by Bus in West Africa	"Although buses leave throughout the day and night, the first morning bus is the fastest and safest way to travel. Muslims are required to pray five times a day, and many African buses take prayer breaks. All 80 passengers get off the bus and pray for 15 minutes. If you hit all the prayer calls, it adds at least three hours to your trip. If you can get most of your trip done by 2 p.m., when prayers start, you cut hours off your travel time."
The Bus Station: Africa	"Botswana, Israel, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Zambia and Zimbabwe have their own pages - please check the left hand column"
Bus Transportation in Japan	" Though transportation in Japan is largely defined by the country’s extensive system of super-fast shinkansen, or bullet trains, one of the best ways to see the mountain villages and less trod rural areas is by booking a ticket on one of many easily available buses"
Bus Scams in Thailand	"If you're traveling around Thailand there's a fairly good chance that you may at some point seek out ground transport (bus or train) from Bangkok to somewhere. Whichever form of transport you choose, be aware that a number of scams and or very inferior services are out there. If you're traveling by rail, you may have to deal with what we call the TAT Scam (Tourism Authority of Thailand), and if you're traveling by bus, we'll call it the VIP Scam."
Chinese Transportation	"China is a large country. Chances are, as a foreigner, you are likely to fly from city to city or spend most of your time in tour coaches or hired transportation. However, if you do spend any significant period of time in China on your own, why not dive into local Chinese public transportation."
Indian Bus Travel	"Usually for long distances (more than six hours) it is better to take a train than a bus. For shorter distances and on certain routes, a bus may be a better choice."
India Bus Nightmare Travel Story	"Our bus is due to leave at 3.00 p.m. so we have made sure to arrive early, around 3.00 p.m. We inquire of the bus. “Ah!”, says one worthy, “This bus will leave later!”"
Bus Travel Services in Australia	"The main bus company in Australia is Greyhound Australia. They offer service around the whole of Australia, following most of the major routes. There are also smaller services which operate around the cities and in specific areas, offering more comprehensive service within a shorter distance. "
Transportation in Australia. Trains, Ferry and Bus Services	"Some times a more economical way to get around Australia is to utilize the train "system" or bus services that are available."

Air Transport

Packing for Airport Security	"Strict airport rules across Europe, the UK and the US can mean packing headaches for air travelers. Carry on rules forbidding large liquids and gels may be the most problematic of the airport rules facing travelers these days, and packing with foresight helps."
Transportation Security Administration	"Passengers are asked to bear in mind the following advice to help make their passage through the airport as efficient and comfortable as possible."
Airport Security Q&A	"Most travelers are aware that the TSA has instituted strict regulations about the amount of toothpaste, bottled water, and other liquid and gel items permitted in carry-on luggage. But what exactly are the rules? How much shampoo can you bring? And are the rules different if you're flying overseas?"
US Airline Regulations - Carry-on or Check?	"Changes include - banning liquids and gels at security checkpoints and aboard flights. This means that you will not be permitted to bring any liquids or gels past the screening checkpoint or on board, with a few exceptions. "
U.S. Domestic Airline Fee Chart	"Airline Fees are a fact of life, it is important that everyone take into account airline fees while shopping for airfare. We have compiled a handy comparison list of U.S. domestic airline fees. Fees are changing rapidly and we’ll do our best to keep the chart up to date. 1st and 2nd checked bag fees are waived for passengers with “elite” status."
Ultimate Glossary of Air Travel Terms	"To accommodate the tremendous interest in air travel, governments around the world have implemented new laws governing such travel and airlines seem to be in a constant state of evolution of their services, their aircraft, and their lingo. This glossary aids in the understanding of such a complicated system but it may be just enough to make air travel seem a little less intimidating."
Yapta	"Get the best price before you buy. Tag flights from your favorite airline sites and Yapta will email you when prices drop. Get refunds & credits after you buy. When the price drops below what you paid, Yapta helps you get a voucher or refund from the airline!"
Seat Guru	"The ultimate source for airplane seating, in-flight amenities and airline information."
Turbulence Forecast	"48 hour forecast maps for all over the world. Offers maps and forecasts of air turbulence all over the world."
Tips for Finding Cheap Airfare	"Unfortunately for weary travelers, there's no real shortcut to finding cheap airfare. As with any purchase, you need to shop around to get the best deal -- by trying different booking sites, altering your dates, and waiting until just the right time to purchase. But if you're willing to put in a little time and effort, you could save big on your next flight."
USA Airports and Airlines	By state
List of Airports in the United States	"The list of airports in the United Statesis broken down into separate lists due to the large number of airports."
United States Airports	"Select a state from the map, or from the list below to view airports and facilities in that state. Use the options below to limit the number of airports returned. "
Airports of the World	By continent, then country
Airport Guide	"Detailed guides to almost 300 major airports around the world. Designed to assist with all aspects of your journey."
Airport Web Sites	"Use our A-Z guide and see if an airport website is listed"
Airline And Airport Links	"Use the buttons on the left of your screen to access the databases; sorted alphabetically, geographically, or by code."
Pros & Cons of Online Booking	"There are many pros and cons of online booking. The Internet has made access to information and reservations fast, easy and convenient. At the same time, it has dehumanized the process. This sometimes leaves customers ranting at a computer screen that can not sympathize with or solve a booking problem."
5 Tips For Booking Airline Discount Tickets Online	"Booking airline tickets online is gaining in popularity. Its easy, instant, and can get you the best deals if you know how to. The internet is a thriving marketplace for anything a person needs and there are websites that specialize in selling discounted airline tickets."
The Pros and Cons of Budget Airlines	"With the rise of the no-frills budget airline, it's now cheaper than ever to take-off on holiday. "
Air Travel and Your Booking Options	"When using an online travel website to book your airline reservations, you need to enter in the number of travelers, your intended dates of travel, where you will be leaving from, and your destination. You will then be provided with a list of flights that meet your needs. All of these flights, which often include different airlines, should be compared."
Pros and Cons Of Using Online Travel Sites	"With a travel agent, I can change my mind about my plans several times, call and ask questions, and have someone to blame should my vacation not turn out to be what I was hoping for. It is difficult complaining to a travel site and almost impossible to actually speak to a real person, plus with today's technology it is almost impossible to say where they are in the world."
Three Ways to Avoid Fraud when Booking Travel Online	"Thousands of consumers are victims of web fraud every year after booking bogus flights or holidays online. "
Information About Bogus Bookings and Online Scams	"Bogus bookings can be an inconvenience, taking up time and effort, and it can even lead to a loss of a booking opportunity when it takes away revenue from real bookings. In some cases, it may even lead to a full-blown scam, causing loss of real money."
Airline Reservation Systems	Links to commercial online reservation sites.
Tips on Making Online Airline Reservations	"Booking tickets online can be done quickly and conveniently from the comfort of your own home or office. Sometimes, you can even get discounts on airline fares when ordering them online. With some airlines, you can also choose your seat and request a special meal."
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Boat Trips
(not cruises)

Canoe & Kayak Magazine	US, Canada, and International destinations, hints, and help
Canoe Camping	"This article provides some guidance and tips on how to be a knowledgeable and environmentally responsible canoe camper. From planning an itinerary to becoming a low-impact wilderness user, we hope your overnight trips will be some of the best times you'll ever have. "
GORP: Paddling	Information about paddling trips around the world
Paddling.net	"Over the last four years on Paddling.net, Tamia Nelson and Farwell Forrest have ranged pretty widely, both upstream and down—from essays on trip-planning to chapters in the Web's first serial paddlesport novel. They've covered a lot of water in the process. Don't worry, though. If it's been a while since you last paddled along with our peripatetic editors, and if you now want to find your way back to a favorite piece, this index should make it easy.
Small Boat Fleet Manual	"The WHOI Coastal Ocean Institute-Rinehart Coastal Research Center (COI-RCRC) maintains a fleet of self-operated small boats for coastal research projects. The boats have traditionally been available on request for project use to all WHOI researchers who have been certified to operate them. This guide is intended to introduce all boat users to the COI-RCRC boat fleet and operating procedures. Users are expected to be familiar with the information presented here and to operate the boats using these guidelines. "
Sikumi	"Many visitors to Alaska see the state from large cruise ships. While these ships allow people to ‘visit’ Alaska, they don’t offer opportunities for any more then passive viewing from a distance. Small boat cruising allows you enjoy Alaska in the way that you desire. With Custom Alaska Cruises, instead of being forced to do what the cruise ship is doing, you can do what you want to do."
White Water Rafting Trips and Trip Planning	"Whether you are looking for a beginner whitewater rafting trip or are a seasoned, high-adventure whitewater rafting veteran, RaftInfo.com can help you plan your next river rafting adventure."
USA Raft	Commercial. "USA Raft would like to take you on the whitewater rafting trip of your life! With 6 different choices, we know we can take you rafting with the best guides and staff on the East Coast. Reserve a spot or take everyone rafting with USA Raft! We offer whitewater rafting in WV, NC and TN."
Whitewater Rafting Safety Tips and Information	"Whitewater rafting continues to grow in popularity. Like so many outdoor activities, people tend to forget that whitewater rafting necessarily entails an element of risk due to the elements of nature. In fact, some might point out that because of the inherent thrill seeking element of whitewater rafting, the sport includes a greater-than-average risk factor."
Canadian Rafting List	Yahoo search index.
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Hiking & Backpacking

Walking the World	"Adventure travel, more than any other activity, offers us some of the best opportunities to live life fully, to explore other lands, to experience new cultures, and to make new friends. And, maybe as important as anything, adventure travel opens the doors for us to learn more about ourselves. It stretches us, physically, mentally and emotionally."
What to Take: Backpacking	"Stores that sell equipment, who of course want you to buy as much as possible (how often have you seen items like survival bivvi bag and stoves on their so-called travel packing lists) are also a big part of this problem. Anyone who has traveled before will feel nothing but disdain at short, ambiguous lists in travel mags, guidebooks and charlatan websites. For the record, you will have to think very hard of something not recommended on the list below that could not be bought abroad and normally much cheaper.
Backpacking in the Outback	"Australia has long been the country of choice for year out European and American travelers, which means there are a load of guides to choose from and almost all are very good. The same goes for New Zealand. In both cases Lonely Planet guides are by far the most popular. Many would say because of this, there are better options."
Backpacking in North Africa	"Some things you might want to know in the way of backpacking, budget travel country specific advice, tips and info for: North Africa - Egypt, Libya, Morocco & Tunisia."
Select Hiking Trails Africa	"This site is designed to provide quick, organized access to informative hiking websites relating to Africa,"
Trails for Africa	(Commercial) "We specialise in trails of 4 days duration and longer. All of our trails require that you are fit and healthy and you will definitely enjoy your African trail more if you are prepared. Trails for Africa selects the best trails available in Africa from affordable backpacking trails to full luxury safari trails. "
Walking Through Tunisia	"Walkers with an eye for an offbeat track will find the beautiful hills in northern Tunisia little troubled by the Gore-Texed masses. For some years in the south it has been possible to go on organized treks across the desert, aided by camels and staying in tents, for an Arabian experience."
The Packing List	" Carol Boosembark traveled Europe for us. This is her recommended packing list."
Hostel World	Hostelworld.com provides on-line confirmed bookings for hostels, budget accommodation centres and package tours, as well as comprehensive content such as city and country guides. All bookings are made securely, in real-time and are guaranteed for you.
Active South America	Commercial. " ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICA offers a variety of cultural and outdoor adventure-orientated, hiking, biking, and multi-activity guided adventure tours around Costa Rica, Peru, the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador and Patagonia."
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Bike & Motorcycle

International Bike Forum	9950 registered users
Bike Travel. Net	"Touring - a passion, an addiction? On this site you find different things about touring, such like stage-descriptions, a forum and much more. Good ride!"
Planning a Bicycle Touring Trip	"Almost every library has books on touring and backpacking (backpacking books give more details about camping out than touring books do), but you have to be cautious. Some of the people who write these books have little experience, and many others believe you must do everything their way. Many of the books are just designed to sell products and provide no useful information. Your own common sense (if you have a good head) is more valuable than the opinion of a thousand experts who do not know you."
Adventure Cycling Association	"Adventure Cycling Association’s mission is to inspire people of all ages to travel by bicycle for fitness, fun, and self-discovery. We create bike routes and maps for our Adventure Cycling Route Network, lead bike tours, publish Adventure Cyclist magazine for our membership, work on bicycle advocacy projects"
Bicycle Camping and Touring	"Actually, long-distance, loaded, bicycle camping is one of the most pleasurable activities I have ever experienced. I generally sleep poorly at night; but in the woods on a tour, I sleep like a baby, lulled to sleep by the music of insects. In the morning, I am awakened by the cheeping of birds."
Biking Around Europe	"If you have ever wanted to explore Europe, the best way to see all of the sites is on a bicycle. Exploring a foreign country can be exciting and adventurous. Consider taking a self guided tour by yourself, or with friends, through the majestic lands of Italy, Austria, France and Germany. The resources below will help you discover the world of vacation bike tours through out Europe."
Travel Guide To Africa By Bicycle	Due to media reports on problem spots in Africa, perhaps you are a bit hesitant to tour -- let alone bike tour -- in Africa. Often there are more myths and misinformation than facts about Africa. These myths are reinforced by a linguistic bias in English. We would like to ease your mind some. While Africa is not without its problems and travel anywhere has risks to be aware of, if you are selective about where and when you travel or tour there are great rewards to traveling, especially bicycle touring, in Africa."
Motorcycle Roads U.S.	"My mission, as a service to the motorcycle community, is to provide a comprehensive listing of roads contributed by motorcycle riders or available from other Internet resources. Each road listed includes a map, rider comments, and other references."
Motorcycle Roads.com	"MotorcycleRoads.com - the best place to find the best roads and rides. There are millions of miles of roads in America. But, as all motorcyclists know, not all roads are created equal … there are roads and there are motorcycle roads. MotorcycleRoads.com was developed with essentially one goal in mind - to bring motorcyclists an easy to use insider's guide to the best motorcycle rides & trips in America."
Preparing and Packing for Long Motorcycle Rides	"These ideas are for people who are traveling on a budget. If you make $350,000 per year or more, all you need is your bike and your American Express card. Don't leave home without it."
Motorcycle Touring For Beginners	"I wrote page as a tutorial for people new to motorcycle touring. Those who have a few miles under their belt may or may not find anything useful here. I'm new to making web pages but I've tried to make it easy to use without too many graphics." Last updated 2003
Motorcycle Tours, Rentals, Shipping Companies and Info	"If you're not quite ready to head out on your own, this section has links to motorcycle tour companies all over the world. Tour companies are listed alphabetically within continents, except for Australia, Canada, NZ, Turkey and USA are in separate tables due to the number of tour companies."
Motorcycle And Motorbike Rental, Hire And Tours - Southern Europe	Links to commercial companies
Resources for Motorcycle Travelers Visiting Europe	"A listing of clubs and organizations, motorcycle tour groups, rental sources, tourist agencies, and motorcycle shipping companies. We also provide a power of attorney."
Motorcycle Tour Companies: Other Countries	World-wide listing outside the U.S.

Other Travel Modes

Horseback Trips	Other Animal	Non-Traditional

Horse	"A spur-of-the-moment decision to go is often enough to carry a horseman out on a simple trail ride, but a pack trip calls for much more planning. Montana guides Kipp Saile and Kail Mantle offer tips on how to prep for a safe and unforgettable backcountry adventure."
Western Horseman Magazine
Horse Trips	"Want to take a trip with your horse in tow? Check out below the many helpful traveling-with-your-horse sites, including horse-friendly hotels, bed & breakfasts, campgrounds, trails, overnight horse boarding, and other fun places to go with your horse."
Riding Holidays	Commercial. "Riding holidays offers an exciting variety of horseback riding vacations, tours, Horse Riding safari in Africa, the Americas, Eastern and Western Europe and Asia, Equestrian Riding Holiday vary from ranch, estancia or inn based rides to inn-to-inn Equestrian Riding Holiday."
Horse Safari in India	" Yet another delightful experience that has captured the imagination of holiday makers is horse riding. It offers rides extending to four or five days as well as camping en route location. A campfire under the stars, hung large and brilliantly low in the sky in the stillness of the night, recreating the age-old charm of a horse back ride."
An Overview of Horse Tours in Iceland	"Iceland and its horses are our passion and we go to Iceland to ride with our outfitters and guides as often as possible. Visitors like to know what to expect in this faraway land so we explore as far and wide as we can while we are there, checking out hotels and restaurants when we get off the horse, and finding the best hot springs."
Horse Treks Iceland	"Icelandic horses have been an important part of life on this Sub-Arctic island since Vikings settled Iceland over one thousand years ago.And not long thereafter horse touring started in Iceland. Icelanders have always gone horse-touring to keep their horses in condition for the sheep and horse round-ups in the fall."
Western Australia Horse Trail Rides & Carriage Tours	Information and links to commercial sites.
TrueNZ Guide to Horse Trekking in New Zealand.	" The majority of New Zealand horse trek operators are featured, both North Island and South Island, complete with photographs, descriptions and contact information. "
Mexican Guide to Horse Treking	"From high in the Sierra Madre, we drop steeply down into the Urique (Copper) Canyon. Riding through the dusty streets of the 17th century village of Urique, we cross the great divide on remote rugged trails and venture into some of the wildest terrain on earth."
South America Horse Directory	"We include many different horse related sites in this directory in order to make it comprehensive. However, I do not endorse everything on every site or at every business. I encourage you to be safe in your riding and horse-related activities."
Desert Horseback Riding & Trails	"Desert riding requires both a fit horse and a fit rider. Make sure your horse is properly conditioned for the type of riding you plan to do in the desert. Many of the trails have inclines, deep sand and rocky terrain."
Horse & Mule Trail Guide USA	"The purpose of this page is to list horse campgrounds, trail head's, trails, overnight places to stay, and 5 day rides or trail rides that are BYOH trail rides that are open to the public."
Other Animal	Commercial. " Featuring: An elephant safari is one of the more memorable experiences one can have in Thailand. Following are two options for this adventure; the second is more arduous than the first."
Elephant Safaris
Elephant Ride & Festival	"Things to Do in Jaipur: Elephant ride and festival tips and photos posted by real travelers and Jaipur locals."
Camel Riding	Commercial listings
Camel & Horse Trek in near Gobi	Commercial
Pteradoctyl Rides	Sorry, no information currently available.
Non-Traditional	Roller Coasters have been the "must ride" attraction at amusement & theme parks for more than a century. With just one look, it's obvious why roller coasters are often called "scream machines".
Ultimate Roller Coasters
Up and Away	"In the latest bid to rocket tourists into orbit, the secretive Blue Origin unveils a flying pod. Is your space voyage sooner than you think?"
Fast, Cheap Ride to Earth Orbit	"At 32, Elon Musk has already launched two successful online startups. But it's on a rocket that his reputation may ultimately ride."
Tony Wheeler on Nontraditional Travel Destinations	"When I wrote the very first Lonely Planet guidebook, 35 years ago, it focused on the world’s more unusual destinations. There are just as many of them waiting to be explored today, there are plenty of reasons they’re worth the extra effort, and, furthermore, they’re generally far less risky than the rumors, horror stories, and “don’t go there” warnings would have us believe."
Freighter and Other Non-Traditional Cruise Travel	Forum. "Share your interest & experiences in Freighter Cruises and other unusual forms of leisure passenger ship travel"
Forget Hotels: Non-Traditional Accommodations	"There are several reasons why non-traditional types of accommodation are becoming more popular for tourists. One is because they offer a unique way of experiencing the country that is less starch-white linen and luxurious. A second reason is money!"
Planning a Non-Traditional Family Vacation	"Young children often are portable and flexible enough to go just about anywhere if you take into account their various needs, and if you involve older children in the decision-making they will be excited about where you are going. With a little extra planning and accommodations for children's needs, you can have an interesting and unexpected vacation."
Travel Outside the Box — Uncommon Trips	"Based on the most recent accounting, there are 314 countries and distinct destinations around the world. I've been lucky enough to have visited 146 of them — or about 145 more than most Americans. (Remember, only about 24 percent of U.S. citizens have passports!)"
Unique Travel Destinations	"If you love traveling, you will soon reach a point where you get tired of the usual travel destinations and tourist traps. Yes, some things need to be seen, but unique destinations will soon top your list of things to see."
Unusual Travel Destinations: Where You Don't Usually Go	"It is becoming more difficult to find unusual places to visit but that doesn't mean they aren't there."
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Travel Assistance

Places to Complain	Safe Travel	Travel & Money

Places to Complain	"The Internet is making travel agents extinct but those still hanging on get just as many complaints as ever. And there are new tour packagers popping up every day. Many of them are reputable, many are not. If nothing else, remember this: always pay with a credit card. You have almost no chance of recovering cash or check payments if things go awry."
Complaints Against Travel & Tour Operators
Hotel, Resort, and Inn Complaints	"There's nothing like a hotel -- any hotel -- to make you appreciate your own bed. On the other hand, there's something to be said for staying in unique surroundings that include a little bit of history."
Complaints Against Travel & Tour Operators	"The Internet is making travel agents extinct but those still hanging on get just as many complaints as ever. And there are new tour packagers popping up every day. Many of them are reputable, many are not. If nothing else, remember this: always pay with a credit card. You have almost no chance of recovering cash or check payments if things go awry."
Hotel, Resort, and Inn Complaints	"There's nothing like a hotel -- any hotel -- to make you appreciate your own bed. On the other hand, there's something to be said for staying in unique surroundings that include a little bit of history."
Safe Travel	(US Department of State'): "Each year, 2,500 Americans are arrested overseas. One third of the arrests are on drug-related charges. Many of those arrested assumed as U.S. citizens that they could not be arrested. From Asia to Africa, Europe to South America, U.S. citizens are finding out the hard way that drug possession or trafficking equals jail in foreign countries."
Things You Should Know Before You Go Abroad
Travel Safety	"Some Travel Safety advice and incidents over the last few years"
How to Carry Money when Traveling	"Now that you’ve worked for 6 months cleaning toilets, waiting on snotty customers who don’t tip at restaurants and creating future spinal complaints picking fruit, the last thing you want is to lose all of your travel money to a pickpocket, hustler or thief."
Tips for Smart Travelers	"The Federal Trade Commission has targeted travel fraud as one of its top ten priorities because of the large number of complaints it receives daily."
10 Countries Where You Don't Want to Go to Jail	"But while most travel guides assume that responsible travelers will never be on the wrong end of the law, Road Junky knows that the police of most countries in the world are just the criminals in uniform and make no bones about extorting money from you, beating you up or, if all else fails, putting you in jail."
10 Leading Causes of Travel Deaths (maybe)	"The number of ways that you can die are uncountable but not to great that you can’t bring a little imagination to the proceedings and start adding up how many travelers and backpackers bite the dust each year and go to travel heaven, where every hostel has hot showers, free breakfasts..."
Travel Scam Guides	"Wouldn’t it be great if love really did make the world go round? Alas the path of the righteous traveler is set with scams, cons and hustles to leave you high and dry."
Travel Health Information and Advice	"Travelers to developing countries should start with long term basic health protection. This means vaccinations against Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Hepatitis A. Other vaccinations will depend on where you are going, local conditions at that time, and your anticipated environment. Visitors to Yellow Fever areas such as West Africa should definitely be vaccinated against it. "
Problems on the Road	"Here's some of the factors you need to give consideration to when on the road and how to deal with them. This section contains a lot of information and being a large document, is split over two pages"
Dangerous Animals Advice and information	" The world has around 800,000 identified species of animals, many of whom while getting on with their own survival, see us either as a meal or a threat."
WorldNet Assist?	Commercial (Adobe Reader PDF). "WorldNet Assist is a comprehensive range of information, referral, coordination and arrangement services designed to respond to most medical care situations and many other emergencies you may have when you travel. It also offers pre-trip assistance before you travel and information on things like passport/visa requirements, foreign currency and weather."
If Things Go Wrong in Europe	"To contact the emergency services in any EU country from any phone, fixed or mobile, dial 112."
Travel & Money	"Many tightwad travelers tell me they’ll only stay at hotels where rooms come equipped with kitchenettes or, at the very least, microwaves and coffeemakers. And plenty of travelers say they never leave home without some dried fruit, energy bars and packets of instant soup tucked into their suitcases."
Money-Saving Tips for Travel Tightwads
Should I Take Cash, Travelers Checks, a Debit Card or a Credit Card on My Trip?	"Once you’ve planned your trip, it’s time to get down to the details. You won’t get very far without the means to pay for your travels. If you can’t decide whether to bring along a debit card or a sheaf of travelers checks, consider the pros and cons of the many different ways to pay for your travel expenses."
10 Ways to Protect Your Money While on Vacation	"Remove your library card, Social Security card, extra credit cards and anything that isn't essential for your trip. Then if something happens to your wallet, you won't have to worry about replacing or canceling those items. "
6 Ways To Protect Your Money While Traveling	"Be aware of your personal space. In the U.S. we take for granted that we won’t be pushed, pulled or jostled on a regular basis and that items hanging about our body are safe. In the rest of the world, the rules are different! If it’s hanging free, it’s up for grabs. If someone (man, woman, or cute little child) is inside your personal space, they are likely there to steal from you. "
50 Ways to Budget Travel and Save Money on Vacations	"Wouldn’t you want to travel more often without breaking the bank? What if I told you that instead of planning one family trip a year, you can go twice with the same budget? If you are at all interested, read on to find out how you can do simple things to save money next time you go on vacation!"
Travel Money	Index to articles.
How and Where to Exchange Currency	"Since currency exchange rates vary from place to place and day to day, where and how you exchange currency can make a difference in your wallet."
Currency Rates	"Quotes delayed at least 60 minutes. In the Compare to box, select the currency that you want all other currencies compared to. In the table below, the second column shows the value of one unit of each currency, as expressed in the Compare to currency. The third column shows the value of one unit of the Compare to currency, as expressed in each of the listed currencies."
Universal Currency Converter	"his is the XE.com Universal Currency Converter ®, the world's most popular currency tool. You can perform interactive foreign exchange (FX, or forex) rate calculations, using live, up-to-the-minute currency rates. To make on-line foreign exchange transactions with guaranteed best rates, use XEtrade, our discount on-line foreign exchange system."
5-minute guide to travel deals	"On the lookout for a good trip at a good price? Before you pack, check these 22 tips to get you where you want to go at a price you can afford."
9 Money-Saving Travel Tips	"Now, when travelers set off on anything from an African safari to a weekend getaway, they're a bit more conscious about their spending."
How Can I Get Help if I Go Broke Abroad ?	"Lost your money somehow while traveling? Losing all your cash abroad is no fun, but it doesn't have to be a total disaster. "
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National Traffic and Road Closure Information	"Click on State for Traffic and Closure Information."
Beat the Traffic	"To check live traffic conditions for your city, click a city on the map or in the list below"
Traffic 411	"Instant access to everything you need to get where you're going quickly and safely."
Find Speed Traps	"Want to find speed traps around you? Use the forms below to find traps nearby. Find speed traps using state, city, and zip. You can also search using a keyword to get a more targeted search."
RoadTripping for the Physical Challenged	"Since 1990, we have all become more familiar with results of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): the little blue logo for close-in parking spaces, the accessible toilet stalls, the sloping curbs. As campers, we have seen certain campsites dedicated to the disabled and some sightseeing trails marked as accessible. But in my experience, until we ourselves experience some disabling circumstance, or we take the time to talk with someone who is physically challenged, we don't begin to appreciate the challenges and strengths of the lifestyle, particularly when traveling."
TravelBox Automotive Information	Rentals, driving information, parking, and laws. Not all-inclusive.
US Customs: Border Wait Times	"The table below shows the estimated wait times for reaching the primary inspection booth, the first point of contact with CBP when crossing the Canada/U.S. and Mexico/U.S. land borders. Each border location updates its estimated wait times hourly. To make sure you have our current information, use your browser's refresh or reload function."
Driving in Europe? Why Drive?	"In early August, my sister and I flew to Frankfurt Am Main Airport, and picked up our rental car. A lot of people thought that we were unwise in not taking a train, because we would never get a chance to relax; we'd constantly be driving. Our major concern for driving was the cost of gas from country to country. But, the way we figured it out; renting a car was cheaper than taking a train. "
Car Leasing in Europe	Commercial with good informative links
The Effect of Gas Prices on Travel	"Understanding the true cost of living the lifestyle of travel in a motor home requires considering many factors. We are all quick to think about miles per gallon when we think of the cost of motor home travel."
Automotive Travel Resources	"Need help navigating the twists and turns of renting a car? Turn to our car rental tips. We'll explain how to save money, understand your rental agreement and avoid problems with your next car rental."
Car Rental Complaints	"The advertising makes it look awfully easy but it often doesn't turn out that way. Many consumers spend much more than they should on supplemental insurance. A quick check of our insurance tip sheet can save you $30 or more per day. Also, give the rental car a once-over before you drive it off the lot."
Should I Rent a Car Or Use Public Transportation?	"These days, you have more affordable transportation choices. The advent of Ryanair and Europe’s other budget airlines means that flying may be your best choice for long-distance travel. The Eurostar Chunnel train and hydrofoil ferries offer faster, although pricier, alternatives to slow, all-night ferry trips."
Finding Your Best Rental Car Deal	"Renting a car can be a truly frustrating experience. You have a choice of spending hours on the telephone, talking about rental car options with representatives of several different companies, or typing your travel dates into multiple rental car company websites. Either way, you’ll end up with a bewildering array of rates, options and questions."
Do I Need Travel Insurance?	"Travel insurance can protect you from substantial losses that result from a variety of situations, including canceled family vacations, lost baggage, medical emergencies, travel supplier defaults, as well as other unforeseen circumstances. This article is intended to help familiarize you with them, so you can make informed decision about which insurance product may be right for your family."
Road Travel Guides	"Brings together all the resources you need to carefully plan your next adventure. TripCart is easy and comprehensive and can make your travel adventure fun from the start."
Trip Cart
Traveling USA	"Your online guide for road travel & recreation."
Open Road	"A leading travel guide publisher with guides to many countries, cities and special destinations in the US and around the world."
Roadside America	"RoadsideAmerica.com offers maps, directions and tourist attraction details as a convenience to our users, providing all information as is. Attraction status, hours and prices can change without notice, so call ahead before driving 100 miles and ruining your day."
American Automobile Association	"Although probably the most known, emergency road services and maps are not the only member services provided by AAA. A not-for-profit organization, AAA is dedicated to making all facets of life as smooth as possible."
Overland Travel in South America	I have always been fascinated by the idea of crossing South America by road. Long before my first visit to this vast continent, I enjoyed following the Pan-American highway with my finger on the map, until I reached its end at the southern tip of Chile.
The Journey Without Maps Can Be the Most Rewarding	"What if you could just spin the globe, put your finger down at random and declare, "I'm going there?" What if you could just pack a small rucksack and head off into the middle of nowhere without a guidebook or a tour company to tell you where to go? What would happen if you chose to travel somewhere on your own terms and on your own steam?"
On the Road in Mexico	"A comprehensive Mexico travel guide for those who want to RV, drive by car, camp and drive throughout the Baja, Pacific, Gulf Coast, and Yucatan Mexico."
Rand McNally Trip Maker	"Plot out your entire trip from start to finish -- even your stops along the way "
Roadtrip America	"In addition to travel resources, RTA provides advice on how to work on the road and how to stay connected to the Internet while traveling. RTA provides tips for solo travelers, couples, disabled travelers, international visitors, and families traveling by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or recreational vehicle."
USA Road Trip Planner Guide	Online Travel Information center.
US & Canada Road Travel Destination	"If you’re looking for America, you might want to start somewhere in the middle – in the heartland’s undulating fields of grain, among the soaring Rocky Mountains or under the endless sky of the Southwest desert, its vast expanse changing color with each subtle shift of the sun."
Lonely Planet Introducing USA
Travel & Tourism US	Locations listed by state.
Vacation Travel Spots USA	"Based on traffic to this site, which reveals the destinations most often researched on Honeymoons/Romantic Getaways, these are the leaders, in order of popularity:"
USA Travel Destinations	Listed by state
US Travel Destinations	"There are almost limitless possibilities when it comes to US vacation destinations. You can get a taste of big city life in urban playgrounds like New York City, Los Angeles or Chicago, the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest or the Grand Canyon, hit the beaches in Hawaii or Southern California, or simply head to the most popular of USA travel destinations: Las Vegas."
NY Times US Travel	From the NY Times travel section
Top 10 US Travel Destinations	"As you travel throughout the United States you will discover the diversity that exists here. Choose to stay in one place or pack up the car and go on an amazing road trip. You won't have to travel far before you come across the various customs, landscapes and accents."
Places & Trips	330+ destinations
Canada Tourism	Many topics
Introducing Canada	"Consider Canada’s attributes. Its terrain is filled with them, from mammoth mountains to hulking glaciers to immense polychromatic skies. Then there are the creatures that roam the terrain and its waterways – grizzly bear, moose, polar bear, humpback whales – each one huger than the next."
Canadian Vacation Destinations	"Canada has the best locations in the most spectacular vacation destinations. The alpine resort towns of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper in the Canadian Rockies offer timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and plenty of time for relaxation in the mountains of Canada."
Most Popular Cities in Canada to Visit	"The most popular cities in Canada cover a range of destination types reflecting the diversity of the country. "
Canadian Cities and Distinations	"No matter what type of event you're planning, Canada offers limitless destination choices from coast to coast to coast."
10 Great Places to Leave the Beauty Unspoiled	"Pick a place to visit this year that does not involve trashing the planet. Call it "geotourism," which is defined by the National Geographic Society as "tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place."
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