I spent 10 weeks this Fall traveling all over the UK and I’m still convinced that the iPhone is one of the best tools a traveler can use. Previously, I talked about other apps that I always use for travel because they make travel so easy and seamless. Here…
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With the changing face of travel, it is often hard to find the right carry on luggage. It seems like the airlines are always changing their minds, making it difficult for us travelers. With so many options from various luggage companies, it’s really up to the consumer to figure…
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There’s no doubt that travelers, especially Americans, have a strong love affair with Italy. It seems most travelers I meet are going to Italy and it continues to be Europe’s top travel destination each year. A huge part of traveling to Italy, involves enjoying all of the great dishes,…
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Wed Oct 8 7 pm – Adventure 16 – San Diego
Friday Oct 10 7 pm – Adventure 16 West – Los Angeles
Saturday Oct 11 9:30 am – H. Savinar Luggage – Canoga Park, CA
Saturday Oct 18 10 am & 2 pm – Summit Hut – Tucson, AZ
Saturday & Sunday Oct…
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July 12 – 10 am – Sport Chalet – 1640 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA
July 19 – 10 am – Sport Chalet – 2 Chalet Dr, La Cañada-Flintridge, CA
July 26 – 1 pm – Sport Chalet – 735 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA
All events are free and…
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My first travel chore when I arrive at a destination is to get local currency. Unless I need cash immediately, either for a taxi or public transport, I usually wait until I get to my hotel. Pre-booking a car or taxi in advance can make your arrival a smooth…
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Saturday May 17 – Rooten’s Travel Center
10:00 am
17775 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 250-0774 to RSVP
JUNE 14 – PASSPORT LUGGAGE – ST. LOUIS, MO
JUNE 21 -H. SAVINAR LUGGAGE – CANOGA PARK, CA
June 23 7pm & June 28 9am – Distant Lands Travel Bookstore & Outfitter – Pasadena, CA
All events are free…
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In this day, most people are traveling with technology and gadgets. Whether you’re a business traveler or on holiday, there will often be chords, cables, adapters or chargers you travel with for your trip. I have developed a system that works well for me and the TSA loves it….
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A scenic forty-five minute drive from Slovenia’s capital will take you to one of the most serene and romantic places that is yet to be overrun by American travelers: Lake Bled. Surrounded by the majestic Julian Alps,…
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Travel with technology has never been more exciting or easier. There is wide availability and proliferation of travel apps designed specifically to help anyone travel smart on the road. Whatever your interests or travel needs may be, “There is an app for that”. Traveling smart means making your life…
Angel Castellanos
Pasadena, CA
I'm a US based travel expert and spend my time teaching people how to travel well, smart and often. I'm passionate about travel and helping people save time & money. This blog, or travel lounge, is a collection of my practical travel advice and experiences from traveling 12-14 weeks internationally each year. I believe that travel has never been easier and that everyone can achieve their travel dreams. Happy Travels!