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Travel Feature Tuesday: Take a Trip to Beautiful Downtown Inglewood?

February 16, 2016: Though a trip to Inglewood, CA is likely not on the agenda of most LA tourists, that will certainly change soon, as the newly relocated Los Angeles Rams will call the urban town “home” in a couple of years. The town is currently one of the many lower-income business districts of LA, but expect to see a rapid and major overhaul into one of the city’s major civic arts locations, and likely one of the largest tourist destinations the city has to offer.
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Need More Luggage Space When You Travel?

February 15, 2016: Never have enough luggage space when you travel? Want to bring more shoes, clothes for the kids …. just want to travel with more stuff?

Well check out the Shelfpack — the multi-level shelf suitcase. Not sure you want to try the Shelfpack as a carry on or how difficult this might be to navigate through the airport — but the numerous onboard shelves make it easy to overpack if you travel for a weekend or month!

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Don’t Delay — Apply Now for a Passport or Renewal

February 11, 2016: Officials say they are expecting more than 17 million new passports and passport renewals this year — and expect at least six weeks to receive your passport once all the paperwork submitted. And, here’s a travel tip — if you have six months or less remaining on your passport, some countries will not let you in. If you travel with small kids, get them each a passport too. There is no better “authentic” US identification than a passport.
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Travel Feature Tuesday: Airlines Pocket Profits?

February 9, 2016: Everyone is reaping the benefits of falling oil prices — everyone except airline passengers. Despite jet fuel being the lowest it’s been in years — just ⅓ the price it was two years ago — unsurprisingly, Airlines have chosen to keep their prices the same. Thankfully they have somewhat responded with the return of the now-nostalgic complimentary snacks, but if they really want to treat their customers, might I suggest the nostalgic ticket prices?

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Travel Feature Tuesday: Cruising Through Europe

February 2, 2016: Ever considered a European river cruise? That ship’s sailed for many popular lines this year, but reservations are already available for 2017 through one popular line, AmaWaterways. Similar to the coastal adventure of an ocean cruise, river cruises will take you through popular mainland destinations, without the painful process of changing hotels. Plus through early booking options, a river cruise through Europe might just be easier on you and your check book. The experience offers a much less crowded way to enjoy a variety of destinations and way less hassle than overcrowded cruise ships–puts the fun back into travel!!
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Checking In and Out the Same Day?

February 1, 2016: Whether you’ve got down time on a day trip, a long lay over, or need a place to work while traveling, there are plenty of occasions you may need a hotel for just a few hours without spending the night, though it has probably never crossed your mind before. It did cross the minds of the folks at one company though, and HotelsByDay.com, has been incredibly successful promoting day stays at top hotels around the world. By avoiding the overnight costs, HotelsByDay allows travelers to experience a day at high end resorts, at incredibly low costs. Might even be a good place to park the kids for the afternoon while “runway” from home?

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A Travel Guide Worth Keeping?

January 30, 2016: Travel guide books can be useful if you’re a first time tourist hoping to see the well known sites your destination has to offer, but if you’re a seasoned traveler looking for adventure through the less known areas, a cyclist interested in the most scenic rides, or simply visiting a couple days on a tight budget, the standard guide is just a useless waste of paper. Fortunately, Gear Patrol has put together this list of more specialized travel guides to help you make the most of your trip.
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