Philadelphia is a big bustling city located on the Eastern seaboard of the United States. It is the largest city in Pennsylvania but easily discoverable. These are some of the Must-See Places in the city: The Franklin Institute, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are just a few of the places worth a visit.
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Published: 8th May 2024 01:22:11 By: Erik The Travel Guy
Travel Guy: How to Avoid Long Drive Times to Theme Parks
When taking the group to the theme park and staying OFF property, then follow these steps to avoid the long drive times at the beginning and end of each theme park day.
Published: 6th May 2024 09:49:29 By: Erik The Travel Guy
In the realm of commercial air travel within the United States, understanding the distinctions between carry-on luggage, checked baggage, and personal items is crucial. Each category serves a unique purpose and comes with its own set of rules and considerations. Let’s delve into the specifics to streamline your next journey through the skies.
Carry-On Luggage
Carry-on luggage refers to the bags passengers are allowed to bring with them into the cabin of the aircraft. These items are typically stowed in overhead bins or under the seat in front of you. Here are some key characteristics of carry-on luggage:
1. Size Restrictions: Airlines impose specific size limits for carry-on bags to ensure they fit in the overhead compartments or beneath the seat. While dimensions may vary slightly between airlines, the standard size for carry-ons is around 22 x 14 x 9 inches.
2. Weight Limits: Some airlines also enforce weight restrictions for carry-on items, although this is less common within the United States. It's advisable to check with your airline for any weight limitations.
3. Contents: Carry-ons usually contain essential items such as clothing, electronics, medications, and other necessities for the flight. Liquids and gels carried in carry-on luggage must adhere to the TSA's 3-1-1 rule (containers no larger than 3.4 ounces, all fitting into a single quart-sized bag, with one bag per passenger).
4. Accessibility: Since carry-on luggage stays with you throughout the flight, it's convenient for accessing items you may need during the journey, like snacks, reading materials, or electronic devices.
Checked Luggage
Checked luggage, also known as checked baggage, refers to larger items that passengers hand over to airline staff during check-in. These bags are transported in the cargo hold of the aircraft and are typically retrieved at the destination's baggage claim area. Here's what you need to know about checked luggage:
1. Size and Weight Limits: Airlines have specific size and weight restrictions for checked luggage, which vary depending on the carrier and sometimes the class of service. Exceeding these limits may result in additional fees.
2. Security Screening: Checked bags go through a thorough security screening process, including X-ray scans and sometimes manual inspections, to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
3. Packing Considerations: Since checked luggage is out of your sight during the flight, it's essential to pack valuables, fragile items, and essentials for the first day in your destination in your carry-on bag.
4. Additional Fees: Many airlines charge fees for checked baggage, especially for additional or overweight pieces. Passengers should check their airline's policy regarding baggage fees before arriving at the airport.
Personal Items
Personal items are smaller bags or items that passengers are allowed to bring on board in addition to their carry-on luggage. These items typically include purses, laptop bags, briefcases, or small backpacks. Here's what you should know about personal items:
1. Size Restrictions: While personal items don't have standard size limits, they should be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. They are meant to supplement your carry-on luggage, not replace it.
2. Accessibility: Personal items often contain items needed during the flight, such as laptops, tablets, passports, wallets, and other essentials. They should be easily accessible during the journey.
3. Security Screening: Like carry-on luggage, personal items are subject to security screening, including X-ray scans and inspections at the TSA checkpoint.
4. Examples: Common personal items include handbags, camera bags, diaper bags (when traveling with infants), and small backpacks. They should be practical and fit comfortably under the seat.
Understanding the distinctions between carry-on luggage, checked baggage, and personal items is essential for navigating the complexities of air travel within the United States. By adhering to airline regulations, packing wisely, and planning ahead, passengers can ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey from check-in to arrival. Whether you're jetting off for business or leisure, mastering the art of packing can enhance your travel experience and set the stage for unforgettable adventures.
Published: 31st Mar 2024 05:23:20 By: Erik The Travel Guy
San Francisco, with its iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and stunning natural beauty, is a city that offers something for everyone. While it's known for its high cost of living, there are plenty of free activities and sights that allow visitors to experience the best of the city without breaking the bank. Whether you're a budget-conscious traveler or a local looking for new adventures, San Francisco has plenty to offer. Here are ten free things to do and see in the City by the Ba...
Published: 29th Mar 2024 03:38:04 By: Erik The Travel Guy
Weather News Video: CLOSE Lightning Strike Ignites Tree!
As heavy rain returns to much of the Interstate 10 and 20 corridors from Texas to Florida, some areas will be at risk for life-threatening flash flooding and major river flooding into this weekend. #texas #flooding
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Published: 16th May 2024 06:31:00 By: AccuWeather
Weather News Video: WeatherWhys®: What is a Kona Low? | AccuWeather
Something you may have heard of and we break it on down so it's easy to understand. We have what we call a Kona Low setting up. What in the world is a Kona low in Hawaii? The name the term Kona means leeward. Why is that important? Because typically what we see in Hawaii are northeasterly trade winds here that bring in showers on the northern side of the islands here. #konalow #hawaii #weather #weatherwhys
But in the Kona Low, you get the low on the leeward side of the islands and you get this wind direction. It's a change of direction. No, not out of the north northeast, but out of the west southwest. And Kona Lows produce major problems for the islands here, mostly in the form of heavy rain, thunderstorms and there could be flash flooding in sometimes, especially in winter, these Kona Lows can get strong enough that you can get, heavy snow in the volcano summits along the Big Island.
Especially now. What's going on in Hawaii? We have a Kona Low setting up. Look at that low pressure system. Here are the islands here, North and west. There's that upper level low. Our high pressure system is leaving. So now the wind flow starting to change out of the west southwest as this upper low or Kona Low. Look at that. How that builds to the west southwest.
What is that going to do? Produce some locally heavy rain across the Hawaiian Islands, mostly from Oahu toward Kauai and also toward Niihau. So it's the northern part of the islands here, or western part of the islands that get the rain and the thunderstorms here over the next couple of days. And I'm afraid that's going to lead to some flooding as we head into the upcoming weekend with all of that moisture.
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Published: 16th May 2024 06:15:59 By: AccuWeather
Weather News Video: Planes Underwater in Brazil Flooding - May 7, 2024
Planes, buildings, cars, homes, an airport and downtown area are seen underwater in Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil after massive flooding in April and May 2024. This video was taken on May 7, 2024. #plane #flood #flooding #airport #shorts
Published: 16th May 2024 01:05:27 By: AccuWeather
Weather News Video: Brave Rescue Workers Save Animals Amid Brazil Floods
A Brazilian animal disaster response group is continuing to help animals in Rio Grande do Sul amid the catastrophic flooding in the Brazilian state. #brazil #animals #rescue #flood #flooding #shorts
Footage released on Tuesday, May 14, by Grad Brasil, shows rescuers approaching animals by boat. They are seen rescuing cats, chickens, fish, and a dog.
Published: 15th May 2024 08:03:50 By: AccuWeather
Weather News Video: It Looks Like A Rainbow But It Isn’t
Join me on a full tour of The St Regis Kanai Resort, a spectacular, brand-new 5-star hotel on the Riviera Maya, Mexico.
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Video chapters:
0:00 Intro
4:18 Arrival at Kanai
5:47 Lobby
14:39 Suite
20:06 Family pool
31:45 Adults only pool
38:36 Beach
43:48 Library
47:05 Chaya Restaurant
50:14 The St Regis Bar
52:04 Champagne sabrage
53:21 The St Regis Kanai at night
54:40 Dinner
1:00:24 Breakfast
1:05:02 Spa
1:11:52 Gym
11:12:34 Boutique
11:13:21 Deli
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Published: 11th May 2024 08:00:08 By: the Luxury Travel Expert
Luxury Adventure Video: BELMOND MAROMA | Best luxury resort on the Riviera Maya, Mexico (full tour)
Join me on a full tour of Maroma, a Belmond Hotel, the best 5-star hotel on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. The hotel is managed by Belmond, part of the world’s leading luxury group LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
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Video chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:58 Arrival
2:29 Lobby & reception area
6:35 Courtyard & main pool
10:18 Suite
18:07 Boutique
18:50 Beachfront area
22:04 Beach
26:09 Tortilla masterclass
31:22 Maroma Spa by Guerlain
39:30 Adult's only pool
42:16 Pool of the wellness suites
43:45 Gym & Yoga pavilion
45:42 Hotel at night
47:35 Restaurants & bar
53:44 Tequilla tasting
56:13 Dinner
1:02:37 Sunrise coffee
1:03:10 Breakfast
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Published: 4th May 2024 08:00:19 By: the Luxury Travel Expert
Luxury Adventure Video: CONDOR A330neo Business Class | Frankfurt to Cancun flight (great experience!)
Join me on a flight in Condor's new Business Class onboard an Airbus A330-900neo from Frankfurt to Cancun. Based in Germany, Condor is one of the world's leading leisure airlines.
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Video chapters:
0:00 Airport check-in
1:00 Lufthansa lounge
5:50 Boarding
7:30 Business Class cabin
11:31 De-icing
12:56 Safety video
18:14 Takeoff
20:33 Business Class seat
23:24 Amenities
25:19 Menu + lunch
30:13 Business Class Flatbed
31:11 Inflight entertainment
35:11 Economy Class
35:36 Light dinner
37:03 Landing
41:12 Airbus A330neo
41:52 Preview
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Published: 27th Apr 2024 08:00:27 By: the Luxury Travel Expert
Luxury Adventure Video: ETIHAD A380 THE RESIDENCE | World's best First Class flight (phenomenal!)
Join me on a flight in The Residence, the world's most expensive plane "seat". The Residence is a step beyond First Class and the only three-room suite on a passenger aircraft, featuring a private bedroom, ensuite bathroom with shower, and a living room.
The Residence is exclusively available on Etihad Airways’ A380 aircraft on routes between Abu Dhabi, London and New York. In this video, I take you on a 8 hour flight from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow. The video also includes a tour of Etihad's new First Class lounge at Abu Dhabi.
Keep watching till the end for some spectacular drone footage!
Video chapters:
0:00 Abu Dhabi international airport
0:35 Etihad First Class lounge
5:34 Airbus A380
6:21 Boarding
8:25 Takeoff
10:06 Tour of The Residence
15:43 Menu & lunch
18:20 A380 Business Class (upper deck)
19:24 A380 Economy Class (lower deck)
22:02 Inflight entertainment
23:15 Landing at London Heathrow
25:44 Preview
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Published: 20th Apr 2024 08:00:01 By: the Luxury Travel Expert
Luxury Adventure Video: GRAND CANYON | Spectacular National Park scenery (tour in 4K)
Join me on a tour of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona, USA. The world-famous canyon, formed by millions of years of erosion, wind, and rain, features amazing scenery and otherworldly landscapes. The Grand Canyon is widely considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
The documentary also include a road journey in the American Southwest, with tours of Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and Sedona 🇺🇸.
Video chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Grand Canyon National Park
4:02 Horseshoe Bend
5:31 Antelope Canyon
14:53 Sedona
20:29 Desert hiking
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Published: 13th Apr 2024 08:00:26 By: the Luxury Travel Expert
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