Tripmama Article Archive

October 2007 Articles
New Hampshire, Visiting the Granite State of the North
The state of New Hampshire is a beautiful example of Northern America's rugged, stunning wilderness; an inspiring expanse of verdant trees, wildlife, and dramatic scenery.  New Hampshire has been nicknamed "the Granite State" after its signature mountain range, the White Mountains, and is famous for the state motto of "Live Free or Die".  Whether going to New Hampshire for a skiing trip, to see the incredible lake views, or to drive around the colorful Fall foliage, you're in for a treat
 
The Best Halloween on Earth:  Touring Transylvania in Search of Dracula
As Halloween looms and our thoughts turn to the spooky and the macabre, there is no better place to find frights and chills than at Dracula's home in Transylvania.  Dracula tours are becoming popular with the thrill-seeking horror fans out there, and are certainly not for the squeamish or faint-hearted; consider yourself warned!
 
Top Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel
Holiday weekends give us a great chance to take a vacation, head out to see loved ones, or visit places of interest.  The week of Thanksgiving alone draws around 20 million travelers to the air, packing out planes and sending prices skyward.  The roads are no different, with some 36 million people driving over the weekend.  With all the congestion it is easy to be dissuaded from traveling in the first place, but with these top tips you'll be able to save yourself from the inconveniences and travel worry-free over the holidays.
 
When Should you Book the Best Airline Offers?
With so many options available to travelers, and an overwhelming number of airlines to choose from, finding the best airline offers can be a daunting task.  The sea of variables can seem daunting at first, but help is at hand.  TripMama is at the forefront of fare compare websites, filtering the information down until you get the very lowest price for the trips that you want.  With this helpful advice you can go that extra step towards bringing your price down further; you'll be amazed at how cheaply you can fly!  Here are a few tried-and-true tips to follow when aiming for the lowest internet fares.
 
TripMama's Guide to Travel Safety For Your Child
Letting a child travel alone is one of the most worrying things a parent can do, but this simple advice will help you be as prepared as possible. Many airlines allow children to travel alone when they reach 5 years old, but check with your airline before booking. There are a few additional risks involved when a child travels alone. For instance, children may not want to be around strangers by themselves for several hours, and may not be able to handle the bustle and noise of airline travel. Before planning a journey with a child, make sure you talk to them about what will happen, answering any questions they may have, and only travel if you are sure they can handle it.
 
Vacation Off the Beaten Track, Compare Fares on TripMama!
Whether trying to spook yourself out, or simply wanting to explore the mind-bending museums and curiosities on display throughout the U.S., check through this introduction for the most unique, creepy, and thoroughly bizarre sights around America. These places are quite unusual travel destinations, but if you've got a curiosity about the strange and sometimes disgusting, they are a real treat.
 
The Ultimate Beer Festival, Oktoberfest, Munich
Every year, some six million people descend on Munich, Germany to enjoy the world's largest fair: Oktoberfest. This two and a half week long festival displays the finest German beer, hearty local fare, and music, attracting visitors from all over the world.