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A travel blog brought to you by The GO Group. Whether you travel for business or pleasure, you’ll want to check out our tips, recommendations, and “news you can use.”
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Vinnie Van GO says these Hotel Amenities are HOT!
Mini-bars and free toothbrushes are passé. The experts at The GO Group LLC researched hotels and resorts to the find the most creative new amenities. These properties do it better! Sleep better: With hotels in Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco, Portland and Chicago, the hotels of Pineapple Hospitality offer its guests The Naked Experience™ which
8 Fun Ways to Experience New Places
Vinnie Van GO likes to stick to a strict schedule while traveling but after some great advice from Jane Hurst, he’s ready to switch things up a bit. Too many people think that the only way to get the most out of their vacations is to have a structured itinerary that has something planned for
Phoenix: What to Know Before you GO
Hiking, horseback riding, upscale dining, myriad cultural institutions, shopping and more! Add in sunny skies and mountain views and you can’t beat Phoenix and the surrounding areas for a perfect destination for spring break! Bonus for baseball fans – spring training is back! Plans are in place to start on February 27 through March 30.
Hawai’i: What to Know Before you GO!
Hawai’i has it all! Sunny skies, beautiful beaches, gorgeous mountain views! And it’s open for travelers! GO serves Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu on Oahu, Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui, Kona International (KOA) on the island of Hawai’i, and Kauai Lihue Airport (LIH) on the island of Kauai via partner GO SpeediShuttle.
What to Know Before you GO to Mexico
Mexico is open to travelers! With its close proximity to the U.S., inexpensive flights and relatively lax entry requirements, warm and sunny Mexico is a popular tourist destination. GO serves Cancun International Airport, transportation travelers to/from top spots in the Yucatan Peninsula, specifically, Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Riviera Maya, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum and more. Note:
Colorado: What to Know Before You GO
Snow fun season is in full swing in Colorado! GO operators are up and running at reduced capacity at Colorado’s most popular resorts. When you’re ready to hit the slopes, here’s what to what to know before you go: Protective Gear Masks and face coverings that cover both nose and mouth must be worn at
6 Important Travel Trends For 2021
With 2020 being a historical year, wherein the world’s evolvement and hustle-bustle came to a halt, we expect enormous changes and drifts in 2021, especially in terms of travel. Experts expect the travel rate to rise as the year progresses. Hopefully, with the decrease in the number of COVID cases, people will be able to
6 Ideas for Great Travel Gifts!
The holidays always bring hope for the year to come, and what better way to embrace that hope than gifting the traveler in your life with something they can use when they finally get to resume checking locales off their bucket lists? Here are six top holiday gifts for the avid travelers and gadget fans
5 Tips for a Successful Airport Transfer
Booking online for airport transportation is easy! But if you have questions, check out this article by guest blogger Xavier James. Booking airport transfers can be confusing, especially if it’s your first time and because of COVID-19 restrictions and regulations. Add to that the tight schedules of flights, last minute flight changes, and the big
New Airport Amenities Keep Travelers Safe and Entertained
With the holiday season approaching, so is the prospect of long travel. If you’re planning on braving holiday airport crowds in the era of coronavirus perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to be able to take advantages of one of these new airport amenities. Tuscon International Airport, Tuscon, AZ—Hands-Free Elevators Whether you want to avoid germs
5 Tips to Create a Realistic Travel Budget That Actually Works for You
Whatever kind of trip you are planning, you won’t go far without a good travel budget! Why is that so? The concept of budget travel is based on the idea of calculating possible expenses before leaving for a trip. Have you ever come back from a holiday and felt sorry for all the wasted money?
How to Reduce Your Environmental Impact While Traveling
Ready to travel again? So are we! Check out these tips we first posted in 2020 for reducing your environmental footprint while traveling for vacation, business or both! OFFSET YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT When traveling by plane, consider offsetting your carbon footprint. Check for carbon emission programs airlines offer and pick the one that offers a
6 Terrifically Terrifying Halloween Events!
It’s almost October and that means it’s time to get spooky! While some Halloween events have been put on hiatus this year, that doesn’t mean all the creepy-crawlies have been cancelled. Here are six socially-distant, Spooktacular scares for kids and adults alike across the U.S. Museum of Terror—Chicago, IL(Weekends Oct. 15- Nov. 22) This two-story
5 Tips to Avoid Coronavirus at the Airport
Initially, the threat of Coronavirus had airports’ screening passengers to ensure safe travel. Eventually, it led to a complete global shut down of international travel. Be it for recreational purposes or business. Even national and international trade came to a halt. But now, with some stability and even decrease in some countries, travel and major
What Counts as Essential Travel During the Covid-19 Lockdown?
The COVID-19 outbreak has introduced us to live a new kind of lifestyle. It’s a lifestyle riddled with restrictions, and traveling is one of the most significant no-nos.The lockdowns have been in practice around the globe to help contain the virus and to stay safe. The alarming number of increasing cases has led countries to
Here’s What Traveling Could be Like After COVID-19
The coronavirus disease COVID-19 outburst has generated a health emergency internationally and it has a profound effect on the way of living our lives. As COVID-19 has affected our daily life, like other activities and businesses, it has a deep impact on traveling also. Lockdown has caused all other industries’ closure, in the same way
Coronavirus: Beat Isolation Boredom with Virtual Tours
Travel writers are sharing their ideas for the best virtual entertainment to enjoy while stuck at home. Send your favorites to editor@GoAirportShuttle.com! Because of the widespread Coronavirus pandemic, the world is practicing social distancing, which means staying at home for an indefinite period of time. People are trying to keep themselves occupied by finding new
Honeymoon Traveling Dos and Don’ts
Travel restrictions won’t last forever! Use this down time to plan an exceptional honeymoon, starting with these tips from writer Emily Hummel! Whether you usually travel first class or no-frills, you probably don’t want to scrimp on your honeymoon. You made enough compromises on the wedding day, opting for the photo booth instead of hiring
Tips for Travelers Impacted by COVID-19
For many frequent travelers, whether for work or personal adventure, the impact of the coronavirus has taken an unfortunate toll on both possibilities, and the industry as a whole. Travel has been significantly restricted due to concerns about its ability to spread, and many flights and trips have been canceled or postponed until further notice.
Virtual Tours to Entertain Would-be Travelers During Lockdown
Due to the worldwide spread of the coronavirus, we realize now is not the time to travel. With many countries’ borders shut down and much of the population under stay at home orders, going on vacation is out of the questions and even getting out for a local excursion may be difficult. Thankfully, many of
10 Travel-Related Ativities You Can do from Home
We all had trips planned for the year 2020. Everyone was extremely excited to have a time of life until flight operations were suspended. All the excitement turned into disappointment with the sudden cancellation of trips. People had no choice other than sitting at home. All the wanderlusts are certainly facing a tough time these