We surveyed the staff at IndependentTraveler.com and its siser sites to find out their all-time favorite books to read on a plane. Check out our list of the best airplane books.
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Travel for Seniors – Writing Competition
Our new, exciting Writing Competition is Free To Enter and offers £200 in prizes. The author of the best entry will receive a cash prize of £100. Ten runners-up will each receive £10 Amazon UK Vouchers. The winning entry and runner-up entries …
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5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Vacation
You don’t need a smartphone or a computer to positively change the way you travel. Discover five refreshingly simple ways to make the most of your trip — easy tips for pulling off a more enjoyable, less stressful vacation.
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Cameras and Photography for Senior Travellers
STE’s Photo Editor, John Esser, explains why he has decided to down-size his photographic equipment. Recently, after months of soul searching, I finally disposed of my faithful Canon 5D SLR camera along with assorted lenses. The 5D is a superb …
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What I Wish I'd Known Before My First International Trip
We asked our staff and other experienced travelers what they wish they had known before their first international trip. Read their tips and learn from their mistakes.
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Round the World in 40 Days: Taj Mahal to Machu Picchu – Planning and Booking
This will be my third Round the World trip and an opportunity to cross off from my bucket list some of the world’s greatest sights. Previously I’ve been Round the World in 50 Days which included Japan, Australia, New Zealand and my first visit …
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6 Things to Pack When Traveling Alone
When you’re traveling alone, you don’t have someone to watch your back. To protect your personal safety, consider packing these six items when you travel alone.
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Homage to Sherlock Holmes on a Swiss Railway Journey
Written by Linda Tyler (A highly commended entry in the Travel & Water Writing Competition.) My worn copy of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, with train ticket marking The Final Problem, was tucked in my rucksack. The train wound its way …
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The 5 Worst Trip Planning Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
There are five all-too-common trip planning mistakes made by even experienced travelers. Avoid mishaps like busted budgets or overpriced flights with our trip planning tips.
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A Delightful Getaway on the English Channel: Boulogne-sur-Mer
A delightful getaway from either the south of England or the north of France, is the historic city of Boulogne-sur-Mer. It is often thought of as a summer destination. However, for senior travellers who can choose freely when to travel, I …
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