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1). Cancun Vacations: Isla Mujeres “Island Of Women” If you are planning a vacation trip to Cancun, hop the ferry across the bay to the small finger-shaped Isla Mujeres. The name means “Island of Women” and there are a number of theories as to how the name came to be but it’s not because of the topless beach. The important thing is that it’s a great place to vacation in the sun. On Isla ... 2). Choosing Your Vacation Walking Shoes Carefully chosen walking shoes will make a world of difference on your vacation. Your feet are as unique as your personality so just any old shoes won't do. Here are some tips to help you choose the right walking shoes for you. Find an athletic store that has qualified people who can evaluate your walking gait. They can th... 3). Hawaii Vacation In February? Don’t Miss These Local Events. If you are traveling to Hawaii in February, here are a few annual local events for you to consider adding to your itinerary. When you are on the Big Island make a stop at Hilo, home of The Hilo Mardi Gras. Also known as The "Hula Capital of the World”, Hilo loves to put on a parade. This is their annual New-Orleans style parade, festiv... 4). Hawaii Vacation In January? Don’t Miss These Local Events. If you are traveling to Hawaii in January, here are a few annual local events for you to consider adding to your itinerary. The Ka Moloka'i Makahiki (Ancient Hawaiian Games) is celebrated in the Kaunakakai Town Baseball Park & Mitchell Pauole Community Center on the island of Moloka'i. Every year around, January 21, you can enjoy this ... 5). Pet Travel Guide: Tips For Traveling With Your Pet Here are some important pet travel tips that you need to know while planning a vacation with your pet. Bringing your pet with you on your vacation is becoming easier. Lots of hotels and motels are accommodating pet travel. Most National Parks have strict regulations restricting pets. Check with them ahead of time. Your pet... 6). Round’em Up! Take The Family On A Modern-Day Cattle Drive Vacation Looking for a rewarding and memorable family vacation idea? A cattle drive may be just the thing. We’re talking about real ranchers on real working cattle ranches. Ranch vacations are a good way for them to help support the ranch. But it’s not all business with them. They want to share their way of life and educate people about a quickly disappeari... 7). Take The Kids On A Cruise? You Bet. Here’s A Few Tips. A cruise offers the chance to enter a totally different world and that’s appealing to all ages. So bring the whole family along. Most cruise lines have special children’s rates and provide lot’s of entertainment specifically aimed at youth. Many cruises have trained personnel whose sole job is to supervise the wide variety of children’... 8). Tips For Better Vacation Photos Here are a few tips that will improve the quality of your vacation pictures. Modern cameras allow are now all point and shoot. But there is one thing that we do have complete control of and that is the composition of the photo. Good composition can be achieved by anyone. Before you click, take a second to think about three... 9). Tips For Keeping Your Money Safe While On Vacation When it comes to spending money on vacation you have three main choices. Credit cards, cash, or traveler's checks. Credit cards are the safest way to pay for your vacation. If they are stolen you have limited liability and they are easily replaced. The ability to dispute the charges with the credit card company give you protection agai... 10). Tips For Vacationing On A Budget Looking for some vacation money saving ideas? There’s nothing wrong with vacationing on a budget. Hey, we all can’t travel like the rich and famous. You save all year to get the money for a well earned vacation. You want to stretch your vacation budget but still enjoy yourself. Sounds like a good plan. To help you out I’ve together som... 11). Tips For What To Bring While Vacation Hiking And Walking Here are some suggestions for your walking - hiking vacation equipment. This is not intended as a complete list, just a guide to get you thinking. The most important item to bring is a quality comfortable daypack or backpack to carry your goodies in. There are few things to keep in mind when choosing the right pack. Wider shoulder stra... 12). Tips On How To Avoid Getting Lost While Hiking Most people, while hiking or walking, don't even think about the possibility of getting lost. Unfortunately this can lead to trouble. You are usually safe as long as you stick to established trails. But too often, complacency can get you into trouble. You decide to take a shortcut across the trail switchbacks. You wander just a little ... 13). Vacation Travel Insurance Tips Travel insurance is an important but often overlooked part of your vacation. Whether you are traveling to a foreign country or to the next state you should consider travel insurance. Some of the reasons to have insurance are to cover medical expenses, life insurance for your family, or trip insurance when something goes wrong. 14). Your Vacation First Aid Kit Your vacation supplies must include a first-aid kit. Have it available while traveling and take it with you whenever you go walking, hiking, or any activity that takes you away from civilization. You can use just about any type of container for your first-aid kit. It's best if the container is lightweight, like plastic, an...