 NewsUSA) – You look forward to your vacation, but leaving your furry friends behind is more than you can handle. Luckily, it’s easier than ever to bring your pets along for the ride.
There are plenty of pet -friendly lodging establishments, restaurants, and a slew of gear and other pet products that make traveling with Fido and Fluffy more comfortable. Consider trying the following tips before packing your pets’ travel bags: * Plan ahead. Prepare to include your pets in the fun by making a list of the extra gear and supplies that you will need and any special reservations that you may require. Include food, litter, leashes, toys, beds, medications and pet carriers. Just to be safe, carry notes regarding your pet’s medical history and your veterinarian’s contact information. * Have a practice round. If your pet is not used to car or plane travel, introduce him to the carrier prior to departure. Toss in a favorite toy or familiar object and take a spin around the block. Make sure that the carrier is airline-compliant and sturdy enough to make the trip. * Travel green. Leaving home does not have to mean abandoning planet-friendly habits. Use biodegradable waste disposal bags when cleaning up after your pooch. If traveling with a cat, use a cat litter that offers odor control, clumping for easy clean-up and all-natural, flushable ingredients, such as World’s Best Cat Litter (www.worldsbestcatlitter.com). * Keep moving. Just like humans, your pets need as much exercise away from home as they do in their own environment. Make sure you make plenty of stops along the way and allow every member of your family to stretch his or her legs and breathe fresh air. Once at your destination, include your pet in hikes, walks on the beach or a visit to a local park. * Drink up. Make sure that your pet has access to clean water throughout your travels. A pet’s body is comprised of 80 percent water– proper hydration is key to good health at home and on the road. * Have fun. Enjoy this extra-special time with your pet. Include him or her in your vacation photo album. Visit a local dog park. It’s likely that your pet will “introduce you” to new friends along the way. |
Sweeten the Kitty: Tips for Easier Traveling with Pets
Tips to Get Your Car in Shape for Summer
The days are longer, the sun is stronger and beach season is almost here, but getting in shape for summer means more than hitting the gym. It is also important to keep your car in tip-top shape before you get on the highway for an early summer getaway. Firestone Complete Auto Care has the following tips to get your vehicle road-trip ready:
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Tips to Keep Packed Food Cold This Summer
For millions of families, the coming summer season means activities — and lots of them. From the beach, to the pool, to games, camping, picnics and backyard barbecues, it’s often a mad dash from one adventure to the next with no break in between. Coolers have become the must-have summer accessory for busy families, helping to keep food and drinks cold as they travel from place to place. And under the current economic conditions, more people are relying on coolers to keep their meal costs down.
Tips for Planning a Wine Tour For Your Next Special Event
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Tips for Planning a Wine Tour For Your Next Special Event
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Why Hula When You Can Bula?
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Why Hula When You Can Bula?
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A Helpful Tip for Summer Road Trips
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A Helpful Tip for Summer Road Trips
(NewsUSA) – When 39-year-old Tricia Martin was a young girl, summer vacation often meant a three-day drive from the northwest suburbs of Chicago to Denver. It …
Lose the Baggage Before Your Next Flight
 NewsUSA) – It’s never been harder to pack for a flight. Airlines’ three-ounce rule, which forbids any liquid or gel in a bottle over three ounces in size, means repackaging personal products or buying sample-sized items for your carry-on bag. At the same time, most airlines now charge for checked bags and enforce rigid restrictions on height and weight.
Some clever Americans, however, have started beating the system -; by shipping their luggage to their destination. In fact, Pak Mail, a packing and shipping company with locations throughout the U.S. and around the world, reports an increase in the number of suitcases, golf clubs, and scuba gear that customers ship to hotels and resorts. Shipping luggage reduces the hassle travelers face at airports. Those who ship their luggage do not have to stand in long check-in lines or baggage claims. And they’re less likely to learn that suitcases have been lost or damaged en route. For this reason, many business travelers now opt to ship presentations and displays ahead of time, so they know that their equipment will arrive on time and in one piece. Parents, too, have discovered that shipping their luggage makes traveling with young children less stressful, since they do not have to make kids stand in lines or carry a child and a suitcase at the same time. “Our customers enjoy the benefits of shipping their belongings on ahead. We eliminate the fear of lost luggage and the stress of dragging cumbersome bags through airports and security lines,” says Adriene Thompson, marketing director of Pak Mail. “We’ve shipped everything from boogie boards to trade show booths to baby cribs, all arriving at their destination damage-free and on time.” Travelers should, however, keep some items with them at all times. Never check money-related items, like credit cards or checkbooks, jewelry, laptops and other electronic devices, medications or important personal items like glasses, passports, keys, favorite toys or important documents. For more information and locations, visit www.pakmail.com. |
