Chile – Calbuco Volcano
Authorities fear a new crater opening up on the Calbuco volcano, triggering a violent new eruption. There is the potential that the ash cloud could impede travel not only to Chile but also to nearby South American countries Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay. Airlines are watching this situation closely and some have begun providing waivers for travel that may be impacted. Travel-On is watching all travel in this area through the next week and will proactively notify travelers and provide reaccommodation as needed.
Australia and Europe – Anzac Day
Police vow heavy security presence as Australia prepares for Anzac Day commemorations; a week after alleged terror plot was foiled. Security at ceremonies around the country will be day stepped up. Paris’s Foreign Minister said that there will be an unprecedented level of security at Anzac Day ceremonies across Europe this weekend. She said security measures were “constantly” being reviewed after the arrest of a British teenager in connection with an alleged plan for an Anzac Day terror attack in Australia, one week before Australians across Europe gather to remember 100 years since the Gallipoli landings.
Should I sign up for a frequent renter number if I only rent cars occasionally?
Obtaining membership in the frequent renter program of your favorite car rental vendor has many advantages, even for infrequent renters! While benefits vary between vendors and may range from reserved cars and partner programs to free days and upgrades, the biggest advantage is the ability to use expedited service lanes, automated kiosks, or even to skip the lines completely and head straight to the lot. Not only does this save you a good bit of time, but also allows you to skip the questions about insurance, GPSs, refueling, and other options, and have the reservation confirmed using the preferences in your membership profile. Status as a member may also convey some “benefit of the doubt” or waivers in uncomfortable situations. To decide which program or programs may be right for you, consider which vendors you use most often and which ones have tie-ins to your frequent flyer clubs or credit card loyalty programs.
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- Nebraska has more miles of rivers, and a larger underground water supply, than any other state
- In Blue Hill, Nebraska, no female wearing a “hat that would scare a timid person” can be seen eating onions in public
- Nebraska was once known as the “Great American Desert” and only the Sahara and Arabian Deserts have larger areas of sand
- Traveling between Northport and Ogallala, Nebraska, be sure to look for the “shoe fence” where miles and miles of fence is adorned with upside down boots and shoes
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The Nebraska state soft drink is…..Kool-Aid, invented in Hastings, Nebraska, in 1927
Nebraskans’ ethnic roots are 38.6% German
Egypt Tourist Visa Alert
The Egyptian Tourist Authority announces that, effective May 15th, individual tourists traveling to Egypt must now obtain a visa prior to their arrival and can no longer do so upon arrival at Egyptian airports. Policy change does not apply to group tours.
Throughout Travel-On, our employees are M.A.D ( Making A Difference) for our clients. Many of you have noticed and shared your thoughts. Recently, the following note was received from a client.
Terrie Chiong from our Corporate Travel Team
“Wow, thank you so very much Terrie. This is well beyond what I expected. Thanks again, and have a great day.”
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