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1) Airbus A380: The Future of Aviation
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Many aviation aficionados have touted the A380 airliner as the future of the long haul flight industry, with the aircraft offering a number of new features that have never been seen on an airliner before; including two lounges, a bar, first class-suites, showers and adjoining spas - the first ever installed on a commercial aircraft.
The sheer size of the aircraft is obviously the first feature that most comment upon. The £167 million double-decker Airbus is about 73 meters long...
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2) Travel Safety - Tips On Enjoying Your Trips With Confidence
Author:
Joanne Factor
Category:
Travel and Leisure
In a recent survey asked readers to send in their best safety tips for traveling. Two experienced travelers in particular replied articulately and at great length, and portions of those comments are quoted here. "D" and "A" have both travel extensively, and have very different approaches to keeping safe stemming from their own backgrounds and experiences."D" has a long history with the US military and special forces. He is a wary traveler, and has thought through scenarios from mundan...
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3) Don't be a Lost Luggage Loser: Travel Smart
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
It's the ultimate travel nightmare; you book the holiday, get the correct currency, even remember your passport and get to the airport on time, only to land at your destination to find that your luggage wasn't so lucky. As you wait by an empty carousel that has long since been cleared by your fellow passengers, the sinking feeling that your bag isn't going to turn up, finally hits home.
Lost luggage is on the increase with travel insurers claiming a rise of 22% in lost luggage c...
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4) Frequent Fliers - Tips From Families That Travel Often
Author:
Stacey Corbett
Category:
Travel and Leisure
No, it's not an urban myth...there are some families who are frequent flyers and travel to destinations all over the globe with children in tow. I talked to two families who make travel a major part of their lives. Both families have one or two parents who work in the airline industry and both have lots of experience in 'the air'. They share their tips on how to make air travel with children an enjoyable experience for everyone.7 year old Alexandra celebrated her 100th flight on a rec...
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5) The Ins and Outs of Traveling
Author:
Fei Lim
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Traveling is a popular activity and hobby that many people enjoy throughout the year, as they are able to explore far-off lands or simply investigate the nooks and crannies of their own local backyard. To make the most out of any adventure on the road, sky, or water - it is important to conduct thorough research, properly prepare, and most of all - stay safe.Travel PreparationIt doesn't matter if you plan on leaving in the morning and returning at night or will soon discover ot...
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6) Are we enjoying cheap flights at a huge cost to the environment?
Author:
Matthew Pressman
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Low-cost airline companies have been incredibly successful over the past few years, but their success relies on being able to offer a large number of flights, which unfortunately for the environment equates to larger quantities of CO2 emissions contributing to climate change. While the general public enjoy the convenience of cheap air travel the backlash against the companies providing the services has been fierce, even prompting Environmental minister Ian Pearson to brand several low cost...
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