Going Places Travel Blog

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Going Places Travel Blog

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Going Places

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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Want to know: Where to get the best hot dog in New York? The best surfing beach in Southern California? All you have to do is ask. We hope to be your one-to-one source for travel information regarding GO cities and airports.

And let us know what you think about airport amenities, reclining airline seats, hotel mini bars or whatever else is on your mind. Your comments and queries are most welcome. Send to Editor@goairportshuttle.com

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Vinnie Van GO Says to Gobble Up These Thanksgiving Deals

Does the idea of spending Thanksgiving with relatives stress you out? Are you tired of spending the holiday in the kitchen cooking? Or are you looking to create a new tradition for your family? Vinnie found these great deals to celebrate without the stress. New York is magical during the holidays! The ideally-located, newly-opened LUMA

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Things to do in Cancun

Lots of adventure awaits when you visit Cancun and its surrounding areas! Snorkeling, jungle tours, diving in the Cenotes, beautiful beaches, resorts plus world class restaurants, nightclubs and shopping and more! Good to know: In 2009 a monumental underwater contemporary museum of art called MUSA (Museo Subacuático de Arte) was formed in the waters surrounding

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Vinnie Van GO dares you to stay at these Haunted Hotels

If your idea of fun consists of eerie apparitions, strange noises and things that go bump in the night, Vinnie Van GO dug up these spooky spots guaranteed to add some fright to your night – just in time for Halloween! The iconic Congress Plaza Hotel in Chicago is a historical landmark on Michigan Ave.

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Many Hotel Guests Find Errors During Check-Out

Almost 40 percent of travelers have found erroneous charges on their hotel bills for items and services that were never used according to joint surveys conducted by GO Group LLC, an international transportation provider and GO Airport Express, a Chicago-based ground transportation provider. Just over half (54%) of the 520 respondents said they have never

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Vinnie Van GO Offers Tips for Speedy Trips through TSA

Most people know they should wear slip-on shoes, the 3-2-1 liquid carry-on rules and that buying TSA Pre-Check lets you sail through airport security. But we did some research and found lesser-known tips to get you through faster and a great product that will make your flight more fun. Money Crashers travel expert David Bakke

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Most Travelers are Not Deterred by Negative Airline Incidents

While stories about unruly passengers, overly aggressive employees and security officials and other incidents on airlines seem to be on the rise, these will have limited impact on air travel, according to joint surveys conducted by GO Group LLC, and GO Airport Express, a Chicago-based ground transportation provider. Sixty-seven percent of the 738 survey respondents

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Beat the Heat at These Sizzling Hotel Pools

What better way to beat the heat of summer than by relaxing in a hotel pool? The travel experts at The GO Group LLC, the world’s largest airport shuttle company, did their research and came up with these sizzling spots. With views that would make any deity jealous, the pools of the Garden of the

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Common Travel Scams and How to Avoid Them

Traveling this summer? Vinnie asked personal security expert Justin Lavelle about possible scams and how to avoid them. Summer vacations are intended to explore the world and make memories. In most cases, this is the outcome, however, there are instances where local con-artists take advantage of naïve travelers and turn their world upside down. Below

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Vinnie Van GO has Great Gift Ideas for Dad!

Wondering what to get your dad for Father’s Day? Vinnie Van GO has these suggestions! Forgo the ties and golf tees! Vinnie asked travel experts for their advice on stylish travel items, gizmos, and gadgets for dads on the GO! Healthy dads who travel frequently can now pack light and stay fit with FitKit –

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7 Ways to Secure Your Home When Traveling

Traveling this summer? Vinnie Van GO spoke with travel expert and freelance writer Maricel Tabalba about her tips for keeping your home safe and secure while away. 7 Ways to Secure Your Home When Traveling When it comes to traveling, many people plan out every detail of their vacation – what hotel they’ll be staying

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Vinnie Van GO says Go Green with these Tips

Vinnie Van GO and his team think every day is Earth Day! We asked experts from around the world for their tips, ideas and products to help people travel green year round: Corey Determan, owner of Deep Horizons Travel, a Dream Vacations franchise, specializes in responsible travel. He says going green starts with choosing the

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Vinnie Van GO Says Celebrate Earth Day at these Events!

In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, Vinnie Van GO recommends these events offering fun for the entire family. Eco-minded travelers are encouraged to participate whether at home or on the road. San Francisco: The San Francisco Earth Day 2017 Festival & Climate Rally draws more than 10,000 people from the Bay Area and beyond.

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Frequent Travelers Split on Paying for TSA Pre-Check

Thirteen percent of frequent travelers expect to lose or have lost their complimentary TSA Pre-Check status, according to surveys conducted by GO Group, LLC, an international transportation provider and GO Airport Express, a Chicago-based ground transportation provider . The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) announced that as of February 2017, it was significantly reducing access to

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Vinnie Van GO Shares Family Travel Tips from Expert Grainne Kelly

Planning a family vacation? Vinnie Van GO asked family travel expert Grainne Kelly for tips! Spring and summer are almost here and that means – it’s family travel time…time to book those hotel reservations and airline tickets and get the kids ready for the trek to a fun family destination. This can be a perfect

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Essential Finance Tips for Traveling Abroad

Vinnie Van GO asked personal finance expert Maricel Tabalba for her tips when traveling abroad: Do your homework before you finish packing and handling your finances overseas will be a breeze. While there’s little you can do in advance to avoid the expenses of, say, breaking your camera or ordering a few too many margaritas,

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Travelers Tell Vinnie Van GO Free Wifi is a Must at Hotels

Connectivity far outweighs all other hotel amenities according to a recent survey conducted by The GO Group, LLC., which provides ground transportation at more than 90 airports worldwide and GO Airport Express, which serves O’Hare International and Midway airports in Chicago. Almost 200 people participated in the survey which asked travelers, what, aside from breakfast,

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Pamper Mom with these Mother’s Day Specials

Vinnie Van GO says brunches and bouquets are boring! So he consulted with travel experts to find these unique spa packages just for mom – even if the mom is you! Travel and event planner India K. Robinson, founder of “Confessions of a Spa Bunny” is hosting a Paint and Sip spa event on May

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Anywhere but home for the Holidays: 15 Holiday Survival Tips

Vinnie Van GO Shares these Tips from guest writer Yijen Liu, VP of Product at Mezi Home for the holidays. It’s a phrase ingrained into our minds since we were mere babes; written in greeting cards, sung gleefully in songs, and murmured by many as we sprint through to the New Year’s Eve finish line.

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Vinnie Van GO Suggests These Great Gizmos and Gadgets!

Need gift ideas? Vinnie Van GO connected with travel writers and experts for these recommendations. Those who value personal space (and hygiene) will love CREATE-A-SPACETM . This new gadget allows airline passengers to create their own armrest or share the armrest with the person sitting next to them, without having to rub elbows,and the lower

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