Thursday, May 29, 2008
Airlines That Travel Inside Costa Rica
...Costa Rica is one of the major Latin American countries in central America where tourism is booming. Thus, the need for airlines that travel inside Costa Rica is increasing and the government is working its best to supply the demand.
There are various airlines that travel inside Costa Rica both international, domestic, and even charter flights. The official flag carrier is Lacsa (Lineas Aereas Costarricenses SA), which has been established since 1945 and is based in the country's major airport in San Jose.
Lacsa operates international scheduled flights to more than 20 major destinations in central, north and South America. Among those destinations are Bogot, Tegucigalpa, Guatemala City, New York, Buenos aires, Mexico City, Toronto, Havana, Lima, Panama City, Chicago, los Angeles, Miami, and San salvador.
Sansa Airline is a full owned subsidiary of Lacsa and started its operations in 1980. It has approximately 9 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan and 1 Aerospatiale ATR-42-300. It flies to around 18 destinations within Costa rica.
Another long running airline in Costa...more
Cheap Flights List: Ways To Reduce Costs on Travel Packages
...ordable deals around.
1. Don't always try to go direct. If you take a route that involves 2 or more flights that is almost certainly going to be cheaper than taking a direct flight to your destination. It's your call whether you are willing to live with the tradeoffs, i.e. spending longer amount of time traveling.
2. Domestic flights are generally more affordable than internati...more
Pet Travel Anywhere in the World
...The travel crate must be large enough for the pet to lie down comfortable, stand up and turn around freely. Placing an old towel or blanket will add to the comfort.
The crate must be marked with this side up and live animal it should include your address and contact numbers. In case of loss or misplaced transit; contacting you will be easy.
Choosing pet travel crates according to the guidelines given by the airline is always better.
Age of your pet is another factor. It should be at least eight weeks old and fully weaned.
Illness, physical distress or a violent pet is not allowed on the flight.
Your pet should not be sedated for air travel.
Consult your veterinarian on the issues that could come up related to the travel of your pet and carry all the necessary medication and take all the necessary precautions advised by the veterinarian.
Your pet should have all the necessary vaccinations, health certificates and documentation.
Professional pet transporters services must be checked with proper regulatory a...more
Travel Without The Jet Lag
...e of jet lag. It happens most frequently by going from the west to the east, but you can get jet lag by traveling east to west also.
Cabin pressure and stale air. The air pressure in an airline cabin is many times higher than what we experience every day on the ground. The air in an airplane is re-circulated over and over again. This results in you breathing in very stale air. The results? You can get headaches and become sleepy.
Alcohol. Having alcoholic drinks on a long travel overseas is very common for most adults. Did you know that flying increases the effects of alcohol by up to 300%? Think about what 2-3 drinks do to you at home and then multiply that effect by 3 times! It's no wonder you feel like falling asleep.
Being in your seat for 12-16 hours. ...more
