A: Never give a clock, handkerchief, umbrella or white flowers, specifically chrysanthemums, as a gift, as all of these signify tears and/or death. Never give sharp objects such as knives or scissors as they would signify the cutting of a relationship.

Travel Tips:

- Check the weather before you go

- Search www.cashunclaimed.com to see if you have unclaimed money owed to you that can add extra money to your travel budget.

- Use travelers cheques. If they are lost or stolen they can usually be replaced within 24 hours, from virtually anywhere in the world by most banks, service establishments and by a large number of merchants

- Do not leave valuable in your hotel room

- Travel with great people and HAVE FUN!