January 31, 2012

Planning Your Trip by Bus

Category: Bus,On the Road — Tags: , , – JOHN @ 10:30 am

Taking a trip can be a really great time, but on a bus it is even better. You can get yourself a window seat and just sit back, relax, and watch the scenery go by.

Planning the Adventure

You need to figure out how many days you are going to be gone. Then you must make a list and plan each day out. Factor in the weather and any physical activities in, so you have the right clothing for your trip. You don’t want to end up hiking in a winter outfit, because you will get too hot. Plan for any situation to arise.

Packing Things that Can Break

When you pack smaller things or things that could break if they are thrown around, then you need to find a solid spot for them. Your makeup compact, e-cigarette, or even small bottles of perfume need to be handled with care, so be sure you plan for that as well.

Getting packed properly will make your trip go much smoother. The less you have to think of what to pack, the better. It gives you time to focus on much more important things, such as taking pictures.

January 26, 2012

Last Minute Vacation Prep to Remember

Category: Trip Planner — Tags: , , – JOHN @ 8:14 am

Vacation time is awesome, and can be a great time to build great memories for the entire family. Vacation time can also mean doing a few key last minute things to ensure you are okay, and your family is fully covered.

Getting the top of the line insurance

This can be a great way to cover everything when you go on vacation. Not only is everything covered, but having the best insurance can make your vacation time very stress-free. Who would not want that? The easiest way to find the perfect insurance is to get a few car insurance quotes. Find out which company covers everything.

Packing everything you need for your vacation

Always create a checklist when packing up your stuff. The checklist is a great guide to follow, because some of us might already be on vacation, and will forget things. It isn’t a bad thing, it just happens.

Getting ready for a vacation can be hectic, just because you have a great deal of stuff to do. Always be cool, and take the time to go over every aspect of things. The more thought you put into things, the smoother things will flow.

January 25, 2012

Saving Money Without Pain

Category: On the Road,Trucking — Tags: – JOHN @ 5:08 pm

money 2In today’s economy, many people are looking for ways to save some money in the bank. It is not as easy as it may sound, and no one can stick to a deprivation budget for long. Here are five easy ways to trim your spending without feeling martyred.

First, check with your employer. They have a variety of ways to compensate you that will reduces your taxable income and let you put some money away. Employer matching 403B or 401K plans let you save twice as fast- your money is put in an account you designate, and the employer may match a part of what you save. That is free money- in your pocket! Flexible spending health care accounts cover medical expenses, reduce taxes, and return the money to you as you spend it. Companies may offer other perks- a discount on your cell phone bill, employee incentives for saving them money, gift cards for Christmas. Check it out. Those are three easy ways to save some money and not even notice it- just comes right out of your paycheck.

Couponing and price matching can save a lot of money, but it does take some work. If that is too much for you, here are some little things you can easily do. Use your rewards card at stores that offer bonuses- discounts on gas, free gift cards when a certain limit is reached. For example, Kroger will lower the price of your gas by $1 a gallon when you reach a set amount of money spent. Save those points, and at the end of the month before payday, use them to fill up your tank cheaply. This can be huge if you drive a car with a 22 gallon gas tank.

Look at your everyday spending habits. Maybe you get up late every morning and do not have time to make and bring a lunch with you, so you spend $8-10 daily for lunch. If you planned lunch just once a week, that is $40 a month saved.

The last, and best tip, is this. What will you do with all that money saved? Do not put it in your pocket or checking account- you will just spend it. Establish a savings account, perhaps at a different bank with limited withdrawals, and put it in there. If you find that no matter what you do, you are still falling short, a payday loan may help. Of course having a savings account with emergency money is great and if the money is hard to get access to, that makes it easier to leave it alone.

January 6, 2012

Planning a Superbowl Vacation

Category: On the Road — JOHN @ 7:00 am

It’s definitely time for you to start planning a Super Bowl 2012 vacation. It can be a bit stressful, but so much fun when you are there.

Where To Go

Sometimes we can’t afford to actually attend the Super Bowl, so we have to find a place that is just as much fun. The great thing about this is the United States, has a ton of awesome vacation options and these vacation spots are also fabulous for the Super Bowl. You must determine whether or not you want a high paced location or a place where you can watch the game, read the wikipedia entry, and chill out. Asking your friends or family or whoever will be going with you is key in determining just what you need for your vacation. And doing some research online or calling your travel agent will help you figure out where you were going to be going. Always make sure you ask for special discounts, because you could save yourself a few extra dollars

Who to Invite

This is really up to you on who you choose to invite, and whether or not you are going to pay for them. If you are going to pay for everyone’s trip, you should talk to your travel agent or a customer service rep with whatever vacation website you are using. They might be able to get you a great deal for everyone that will be going on a vacation. If you are not paying for everyone on a vacation, then it is up to you what you want to do. You might even consider getting a nice deluxe room.

Now that you’ve planned your Super Bowl vacation, it is up to you to take care of their last-minute things to ensure your vacation is a good one. Hopefully your favorite football team wins the game–or at least the team that you placed your Super Bowl bets on!