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12 essential sites for the savvy traveller

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Tripadvisor.com
If you haven't already seen this popular traveller review website, it's a good place to look to find out what people are saying about hotels, attractions and other activities at your destination. The site lets users rate items based on certain criteria (like "cleanliness" for hotels), write their own comments and post photos. You'll get to hear a variety of opinions from travellers around the world and see their recommendations (and what to avoid!). A word of caution: most of the content is written by people who aren't experts so take the advice with a grain of salt.

TripIt
It's the build-your-own-itinerary planner for the DIY traveller. You simply email your travel confirmations -- from hotels, airlines, online travel websites, trains, car rentals, events and activities and even travel agencies -- to a designated address and TripIt automatically creates an online itinerary for you. Alternatively, you can use the TripClipper toolbar to automatically add information from the websites you're using.

Once you've got the information compiled, you can share it with others through email, and access the content from your internet-enabled cell phone or PDA. You can even add "connections" so others can access your details online.

i-escape.com
The name says it all -- and the travel press has turned the spotlight on this site as the place to look for unique accommodations. If you're looking to get away from big hotel chains -- and don't mind a little currency conversion -- it's a one-stop source for boutique hotels, guest houses and villas around the world. Each accommodation features a professionally written review that includes pros and cons as well as Insider Tips and room rates. Many places offer perks for booking through the website too.

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when is the travel industry going to acknowledge the increasing number of seniors who have worked hard all their life and now want to see a bit of the world while they are still able. Oh yes we are seen, but we seldom are seen as anything other then an easily tapped cash cow. Its time we we offered vacation packages that reflect OUR needs and cease being financially punished with single supplements because we choose to or are forced to travel alone. We eat less, drink less and I'm certain cause a whole lot less trouble for both airlines and hotels so why are these facts not being acknowledged in a fiscal manner we can take advantage of and enjoy. There's a goldmine out there for the 1
stjohns

I certainly agree with the email about coming up with seniors travel .This is exactly the reason as stated in posted comment as seniors are usually on fixed income and every travel offer is for the working young.It would be something if someone would help ushere but dont hold your breath on this one.
bjhampel@hotmail.com

I have to agree with the above poster. the travel industry is lagging behind in recognizing the changing north american demographics. The population is getting older and there are more singles in every age group including 55+. We need more information on how we can travel safely and at a reasonable cost. It is hard to find such info as travel agencies are almost entirely focused on couples travel. Yet the older and single group will probably continue to grow. Many more would travel if their needs were met. The travel industry will eventually suffer if it continues to ignore this growing segment. The biggest need is for safe, clean and affordable accommodations abroad. Most of what is a
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