Looking for a themepark? Try Google Maps US Themepark map
I was on Google Maps and noticed something interesting. They have a US Themepark Map that you can click on.
It says it features locations of the nation’s top theme and amusement parks, as rated on ThemeParkInsider.com. This is not a site that I am familiar with though as I am not a themepark enthusiast.
However, if you are a themepark enthusiast then this could be an awesome resource for you. You could use it to see if any themeparks are on your route if you are taking a road trip.
Amadeus.net - all the travel tools a vagabond traveller could hope for
If you travel a lot then you might already know about Amadeus.net. On this site you can research flight, hotel and car reservations and get detailed destination information such as city guides, subway maps and even weather reports.
Pick your language of choice and then click on “Trip Tools” to find the really cool stuff on the site. You can get info on the world’s largest airports and see a world clock. You can get subway maps for multiple destinations all over the world. Weather and currency conversions are a few of the other awesome tools that this site has to offer.
You will definitely want to bookmark the subway maps section so that you can familiarize yourself with the subway system of your destination.
Plan your public transportation trip
If you are traveling to a city and are not familiar with their public transportation there is a great service from Google that can help you out. Just check out Google Transit at Google.com/transit.
You can use Google Transit to plan your trip. Or you can use it to see what transit stops are in your area. You can even use it to see if it would be cheaper for you to take public transportation or to drive yourself.
What the TSA does with all that stuff they take
Wanna know what happens to all that stuff the TSA confiscates? State surplus agencies get it and sell it! So if you have lost something to the TSA at the airport or if you want to see what they are selling, here are some places to check out.
Alabama State Surplus Agency
This agency handles almost 15 airports in Florida and Alabama, including Miami, Orlando and Huntsville. They sell stuff on eBay using the ID: alstatesurplus.
You can also visit their website at: http://adeca.state.al.us/surplus%20property
Georgia State Surplus Agency
This agency serves the Atlanta airport as well as Savannah/Hilton Head airport. They actually have stores in Tucker, Swainsboro, and Americus that you can visit. Or you can check them out on the web at http://surplusproperty.doas.georgia.gov
Illinois State Surplus Agency
This agency services Chicago O’Hare, Chicago Midway and sometimes even airports in Illinois and Michigan. They auction stuff off at http://ibid.illinois.gov
Kentucky State Surplus Agency
This agency services eight airports in different states, including helping out with Miami and Orlando, as well as covering Louisville. They sell stuff on eBay under the ID: kysurplus. You can also find them on the web at http://finance.ky.gov/internal/surplus
Oregon State Surplus Agency
This agency services the Portland and Eugene airports. They sell stuff on eBay under the ID: oregontrail2000. You can also find them on the web at http://www.oregonsurplus.com
Pennsylvania State Surplus Agency
This agency services thirteen airports in different states, including JFK, Newark, Cleveland and Philadelphia. They sell stuff on eBay under the ID: pastatesurplus. You can also find them on the web at http://dgs.state.pa.us/surp_prop
Texas State Surplus Agency
This agency services seven airports across the state, including Dallas, Fort Worth and Austin. They sell stuff in a store in Austin called the Austin Storefront. You can also find them on the web at http://tfc.state.tx.us/communities/supportserv/prog/statesurplus
Washington State Surplus Agency
This agency services the Seattle-Tacoma, Spokane and Tri-Cities airports. They sell stuff in Auburn at the Auburn Retail Store. You can also find them on the web at http://ga.wa.gov/surplus
Travel Money Saving Secrets
With the current state of the economy and the dropping value of the dollar, saving money when traveling is of increasing importance.
Sure, you can implement the standard tips like traveling off-season and what not. But if you are looking for more travel money saving secrets there is a list you need to check out. So have a look at Money Saving Tips the Travel Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know at Delicious Baby.
And who knows, you just might save some money!
Save money on your passport photos
When you are ready to go and get your passport photos, you will find that they will cost you anywhere from $8 to $20. Back when I got my passport photos I went to the local AAA office and paid $8.00, which was the fee for members, and got 4 photos.
There is a cheaper way to get your passport photos though!
You can take them at home with a digital camera - just make you are doing it the way they would as far as background and what not. Then upload the photos www.epassportphoto.com.
The site will take your image file and make it into a 4×6 image file with six of the required 2×2 passport-size photos.
Then just use an online service to get them printed. If you watch sites like Slick Deals or Fat Wallet you will often see codes for free prints at Walgreens. Otherwise you can upload it to a similar place and get it printed for around $0.20.
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