9 Safety Tips for Women Traveling Alone

9 Safety Tips for Women Traveling Alone

Hey, ladies! Planning on striking out on your own and experiencing the world? Amazing! Trust me, there’s nothing like solo travel to meet new people and live life on your terms. But, let’s face it, safety is always a concern. That’s why we’ve got some tips for you to keep secure on your journey. Don’t let fear hold you back – grab your backpack, hit the road, and don’t forget to read our safety tips below (they’re pretty useful for everyone, tbh).

Be a Local, Not a Tourist

Looking like a tourist can make you a prime target for pickpockets and thieves. Try to blend in by dressing like you live there and avoid standing in the middle of the street with a map. This will make it less obvious that you’re a tourist, and you’ll be less likely to attract unwanted attention.

Don’t Assume Your Fellow Countrymen Are Safe

Flying Around the World (Literally) for Spring Break at Six Senses Yao Noi

Six Senses Yao Noi

Our first Six Senses stay was in Oman. I was traveling around the world with my 10-year-old daughter and we included a stop at Six Senses Zighy Bay because you could arrive at the hotel by paragliding in from a nearby mountain. We loved the resort, so I talked to the staff about which other Six Senses resorts were amazing and great for families. They recommended Six Senses Laamu in the Maldives and Six Senses Yao Noi in Thailand. We visited Laamu twice and loved it, and visited Six Senses Resorts in Vietnam and the Seychelles too, but never seemed to make it to Yao Noi.

This year my 12-year-old daughter has school breaks in February and April. She would turn 13 over her February break, so I left it up to her where she wanted to travel that week to celebrate. I showed her some

Travel Agent Month roundup: discounts, prizes, contests & more!

The travel industry is giving travel advisors around the world a collective applause today (May 3) to mark Travel Agent Day, an annual day of recognition that takes place on the first Wednesday of May.

Travel Agent Day was founded by Colleen Lorenzen of Uniglobe Carefree Travel in Saskatoon, Sask, in 2011. (Click here to join the official Facebook page). 

Since then, the day has evolved into a globally-recognized event, lasting an entire month, bringing together travel pros from all corners of the industry.

Travel advisors and agencies, throughout time, and especially since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, have proven themselves to be a resilient and resourceful force.

Here’s how suppliers and tourism boards are celebrating the travel trade this month.


Air Canada

Each week Air Canada’s travel advisor partners have a chance to win prizes.

“Successfully complete some fun trivia questions and you will be entered for a

Phoenix Mercury top Seattle Storm in preseason action minus Brittney Griner

Brittney Griner returned to the Phoenix Mercury after being released from a Russian prison, but she did not travel with the team Monday for the preseason opener.

Phoenix Mercury beat Seattle Storm 77-71 led by the combined 21 points from Diana Taurasi and reserve guard Sug Sutton.

Down 43-36 at half, the Mercury turned the corner on a Sam Thomas 3-pointer with 2:48 left in the third. Mercury outscored Storm, 24-12, in the quarter. Thomas was key off the bench, finishing with 8 points on 2-4 shooting behind the arc.

Forward Kadi Sissoko, a 2023 third-round picks, logged 7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in nearly 30 minutes of action.

The Mercury’s preseason continues at 7 p.m. Friday at home against the Los Angeles Sparks. It’s precursor to the season opener May 19 in Los Angeles.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 08: The Phoenix Mercury celebrate a basket against the Seattle Storm during the fourth quarter in a WNBA preseason game at Climate Pledge Arena on May 08, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – MAY 08: The Phoenix Mercury celebrate a basket against the

Transat Distribution Canada Announces Management Changes

Transat Distribution Canada’s Karine Gagnon has announced changes to the company’s management structure “with the objective of improving efficiency and synergies within our organization.”

Among the changes, Anthony Mormina was promoted to Senior Director, Sales & Corporate Operations. In his new role, he will be responsible for leading and strengthening sales & operations for all TDC’s company owned and managed retail points of sale. This includes TDC’s Loyalty partners & Club Voyages Affair division, Voyages Transat, and Transat Travel agencies across Canada, as well as the Agent@Home sector.

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Colette Girard has been promoted to Director, Franchise and Affiliate members. Girard has been managing relationships with TDC’s members in Québec for over 11 years. Gagnon says she holds extensive experience as a leader in both travel retail and tour operating. Girard will take on the director role, overseeing the same territory, with the support of a manager, for which a

Whitby woman acting as travel agent facing charges in $245,000 fraud scheme


Durham police have charged a Whitby woman after she allegedly fraudulently sold vacations.

Police say the Financial Crimes Unit began an investigation in October 2020 after receiving reports that a woman was impersonating a travel agent and was “kiting”.

Officers say kiting is a common type of fraud in the travel industry, where an agent collects cash payments from clients and doesn’t apply the money to the client’s vacation, and instead pockets the cash.

They say she had participated in this practice between 2011 and 2019, using a falsified Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) certificate.

Police say she defrauded several travel agencies of more than $245,000.

She owns her own travel business called “Travel Girl Inc” and has used over 21 aliases.

She also claims to specialize in group travel and destination weddings.

Tarcia Craig Brown, 43, of Whitby is charged with: Fraud Exceeding $5000 x4, Use Computer to

LOOKING BACK: Gary Rams reflects on the highs & lows of his 35-year career as a travel agent

It’s this camaraderie within the industry that Rams has valued most, particularly during travel’s biggest challenges like 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic. But Rams, ever the optimist, doesn’t waste time dwelling on the low points, focusing instead on the too-many-to-count highlights of his career, which include exploring Egyptian pyramids, strolling through Hoi An, Vietnam, drives game in Africa and discovering small towns in Peru.

“I have been fortunate to travel to many countries around the world over the years. But visiting a country isn’t just about seeing the sights, it’s also about getting to know the people, the one thing I am most proud of,” he says.

“Being a travel agent allows me to meet people from other countries and do business with them. From inbound operators to local tour guides to hotel staff, we’re giving them a means to feed their families, for their children to get an education,”

Faridkot-based travel agent, wife booked for immigration fraud

The district police on Tuesday booked a Faridkot-based travel agent and his wife for allegedly duping a woman of 10.60 lakh on the pretext of sending the victim’s son abroad on a study visa.

A case was registered against the owner of SBE Visa Immigration Centre, Deepak Sharma and his wife Shikha Sharma, who are residents of Teacher Colony in Faridkot city
A case was registered against the owner of SBE Visa Immigration Centre, Deepak Sharma and his wife Shikha Sharma, who are residents of Teacher Colony in Faridkot city

A case was registered against the owner of SBE Visa Immigration Centre, Deepak Sharma and his wife Shikha Sharma, who are residents of Teacher Colony in Faridkot city.

On May 17, 2023, complainant Sheela Devi of Police Line, Faridkot, had complained to the Faridkot senior superintendent of police about the fraud. In her complaint, she said that the husband and wife duo were not returning 10.60 lakh nor have managed to secure a Canada study visa for her son Ravinder Kumar. She had further alleged that

11 of The Best Things to do in Vail in Winter

Winter in Vail, Colorado is truly a magical time. The snow-capped peaks create a breathtaking landscape and set the stage for unforgettable adventures and exploration throughout this mountain town.

Vail is known for being a premier winter destination and offers a spectacular atmosphere for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and individuals alike looking to explore the beautiful winter wonderland atmosphere of Vail.

Whether you are looking to ski or snowboard at one of the best resorts in the United States or you are looking to take in the views and explore the shopping and dining throughout the village, Vail during the winter season has something for everyone to enjoy!

Best Things to Do in Vail in Winter

1. Skiing or Snowboarding

Skiing Vail

Vail is known for its world-class skiing and snowboarding. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, Vail Mountain offers a wide variety of trails catering to all skill levels.

From

What to do if your flight is canceled or delayed

Computer glitches. Staffing shortages. Awful weather. Holiday crunches. So many things can cause a flight to be delayed or canceled.

And this July 4 weekend is set to be a record breaker.

Friday is expected to be the busiest day of the holiday weekend at airport security checkpoints. The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen 2.82 million people, surpassing the current single-day travel record from June 16.

Friday is also set to exceed the busiest travel day of the holiday weekend in 2019 (July 7), when TSA screened 2.79 million passengers.

Thousands of flights have already been canceled this week, with many thousands of delays.

It’s no wonder travelers are wary about making it to their destinations on time – or at all.

Here’s some general advice for navigating the system when flights are delayed or canceled.

Check the weather forecasts

Days ahead of the now-infamous December 2022 bomb cyclone,