This summer’s travel season compared to 2008 will have something in common: record oil prices. It’s the start of the summer travel season, and current gas prices you’re paying at the pump are impacting airline ticket prices much the same way. They’re going up. Not down. Don’t wait, booking in advance will save you money.

But despite the spikes in crude oil market, the 2011 summer travel season still has bargains out there. This year, the economy is rebounding, despite the Middle East conflicts, earthquake recovery in Japan and high unemployment, pent up travel demand has people figuring out that there are ways they can vacation and not have to sell the farm in the process.

There are still great travel deals to be had out of the west coast to Hawaii. And all inclusive vacation packages are a great way to visit Mexico and The Caribbean. Everything is included in one price: airfare, lodging, meals, sports activities, entertainments, taxes, tips and more.

But the best way to ensure you’re getting the most for your travel dollar is to use the services of a professional Travel Agent. Like one of our Certified Destination Experts. We’ve been to where you want to go and have great tips and suggestions in addition to having access to fares and rates only available to Travel Agents. Don’t waste your valuable time searching the Internet for those vacation deals that are too good to be true. We don’t charge service fees and include all taxes and surcharges in our vacation package quotes. No surprises!

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One of the most important things to remember is that when you’re in Hawaii, you’ll be outside much of the time – walking, riding, snorkeling, bicycling, sailing, strolling, boating, surfing, hiking, or swimming.

For daytime, casual is definitely the way to go. With that in mind, you should be sure to: Prepare for the sun. The sun is strong nearer the equator. You don’t want to start off your first few days with the discomfort of a sunburn. Bring a good sun tan lotion as well as a hat. A collapsible hat packs very easily. Pack or wear comfortable foot-wear suitable for the activities you’re planning, such as athletic shoes, hiking boots, sandals or walking shoes. Men should be sure to bring polo shirts, t-shirts, and shorts. A pair of jeans or lightweight pants are a good idea for higher altitudes. Women will want to bring polo shirts, t-shirts, tank tops, shorts and light weight skirts or slacks. If you plan any water activities, pack at least two bathing suits. This way, you can wear one while the other is drying. Casual wear is an easy area in which to control over packing: Consider doing a load or two of laundry during your vacation. Many condos and hotels have self-service laundromats. Call ahead to check on the availability of facilities. If you decide to go this route, set aside plenty of quarters during your vacation. If you like to buy t-shirts as souvenirs, you can cut back on the number of tops you pack. You’ll find plenty of choices everywhere in Hawaii, and most especially in the resort areas and around Waikiki.

Dressing Up Hawaiian Style

For dressier occasions such as business functions, a visit to a nice restaurant, or a night on the town, note that Hawaii’s culture and its tropical climate have created a more relaxed dress code.
For example, businessmen rarely wear suits and ties. With that in mind we suggest that: For business functions you should pack business casual and resort casual wear, unless your company instructs you otherwise. For other occasions for which you want to dress up a bit, men can consider khakis or chinos (or other tropic weigh slacks) with loafers, polo or golf shirts, and perhaps a sport jacket. Women also can consider khakis or chinos, with a dressier top (with or without a tropic-weight jacket) and sandals, or a nice sundress and sandals. Hawaii’s aloha-wear is also a good choice for both men and women. The styles available cover a broader range that the traditional muumuu’s and loud-print shirts. It is widely available, and you will be joining in on the fun of the islands. Good grooming often requires a hair dryer or iron or both, but even travel sizes can add weight to your luggage. Check ahead with your hotel or condominium to see if they offer either or both of these items as amenities. Although your fine jewelry can dress up a casual outfit, and takes little space in your luggage, it requires extra security precautions. Consider, instead, wearing a just a few basic pieces. Buying Hawaiian-made or sold jewelry provides a pretty souvenir you can enjoy year-round at home. There is a wide range available in the island, from inexpensive costume jewelry, to both moderately-priced and more expensive fine jewelry.

Most media reports of violence in Mexico fail to mention nearly all of these incidents take place along the border and far away from popular resort areas frequented by U.S. tourists.

* Mexico is a huge country. Based on geographic size, it’s among the top 15 largest independent nations in the world.

* Major resort areas where Americans like to go, such as Cancun, Cozumel, the Riviera Maya and Cabo San Lucas are quite safe.

* The ongoing drug-related violence is predominantly taking place in the northern Mexican states that border the U.S. and is not targeting U.S. tourists.

* Those individuals trying to lump Acapulco into the list of top Mexico destinations U.S. travelers visit are misinformed. It has been decades since it was a hot tourist destination – today it is more of a destination for Mexican nationals rather than U.S. Tourists.

USA Today provided some statistical comparisons in the fall of 2010 between Mexico and the U.S.

1. Yucatan, the Gulf of Mexico state known for its beaches and Mayan ruins, had a murder rate of 2 per 100,000 which is comparable to Wyoming and Montana.

2. Washington, D.C.’s murder rate is nearly quadruple that of the Mexican capital. Washington’s murder rate was 31.4 per 100,000 people in 2008; Mexico City’s rate in 2009 was 8.

While the U.S. State Department issued a Travel Warning last year, it is primarily devoted to the violence in communities at or near the U.S. border.

* The State Department does not explicitly say, do not travel to Mexico.

* The State Department aptly notes: “Millions of U.S. citizens safely visit Mexico each year. This includes tens of thousands who cross the border every day for study, tourism or business and at least one million U.S. citizens who live in Mexico. The Mexican government makes a considerable effort to protect U.S. citizens and other visitors to major tourist destinations.”
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* The distance between the U.S./Mexico border, where much of the violence takes place, and Cancun is over 1,400 miles. The flying distance between the border and Cabo San Lucas is the same as between Oklahoma and Indiana.

All travelers, no matter what country they visit, can take precautions to help ensure their safety and well-being. First and foremost: obey the law. If our clients are going to pack one thing, we’d strongly recommend it be common sense. No matter what our clients’ age or destination, they should always use good common sense when it comes to their personal safety, just as they would at home.

To maximize safety and security while traveling in Mexico or any other international destination:

1. Follow your instincts and avoid any areas or situations that seem as though they could become dangerous.

2. Stay in the well-known tourist areas of the cities.

3. Know and respect the laws in the country you are visiting.

4. Visit only legitimate businesses and tourist areas and avoid areas where prostitution and drug dealing might occur.

5. Leave your itinerary with a friend or family member back home.

6. Check with your cell phone provider prior to departure to see if your phone is capable of roaming on GSM or 3G international networks.

7. Do not display expensive looking jewelry, large amounts of money or other valuable items.

8. Make every attempt to travel during daylight hours and stick to main roads.

The U.S. State Department has even put together a document called: Spring Break in Mexico – “Know Before Your Go!”

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