The initial plan for this post was to research all of the different travel insurance options on the market for backpackers and world travelers. I did the research—it took ages. And I had planned to compare and contrast what’s included in key companies (which I do below). But my overall conclusion is that World Nomads is the best travel insurance for backpackers.After sussing out the negative and positive reviews on other sites, it’s pretty clear that the while every single travel insurance company has some negative reviews, there are many success stories for World Nomads and its support staff. And I have used them for 10 years now, and still love their coverage.That said, different trips call for different travel needs!It would be disingenuous for my World Nomads review to not cover when it might not be the right fit for your planned trip.Below I’ll cover why I picked World Nomads for most of my world travels, but also why I’ve used IMG … [Read more...] about A Little Review… Should You Buy World Nomads Travel Insurance
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Bodies hidden in Detroit funeral home add to industry horrors
Frank Witsil Detroit Free Press Published 8:37 PM EDT Oct 13, 2018 The morbid discovery of 11 babies' corpses in the ceiling of a former funeral home in Detroit, and the investigation into who hid them — and why — follows other incidents over the years that have stoked dark fears about the mortuary business across the country. Some have prompted numerous warnings from home associations, and consumer groups warn of schemes, scams — and offer advice to loved ones and older Americans planning ahead for their deaths on how to protect themselves. "The typical funeral these days costs almost $8,000," AARP, an advocacy group for older Americans, warned in a previous bulletin. "Often it's planned by family members who are emotionally vulnerable, unsure of costs, and in a rush to get things settled — a recipe for exploitation." One of the worst industry cases involving may have been in 2002, … [Read more...] about Bodies hidden in Detroit funeral home add to industry horrors
The Style Files: Traveling with Jewelry
September 19, 2018 by lesleymurphy Leave a Comment Embracing my Journey Through Jewelry My Travel Jewels That’s why everything I wear, I wear with intention and purpose. Whether it’s telling the story of my life journey, giving to others, pushing boundaries or remembering where I came from, each piece tells a story. For years I’ve worn the same bangles every single day that you guys always ask about, and I don’t ever intend going a long period of time without them. All three bracelets represent family in one way or another, and both of my sisters wear the exact same bangles. What: Bracelet with diamond plate The Story: My father doesn’t know this, but he’s the best jewelry picker-outer on the planet (dad brag). This was a Christmas gift for all four of his girls, and it’s is my favorite bracelet because it’s simple and classy with some bling. I can wear it with yoga clothes or to a 7-course dinner! What: Coordinate Cuff The Story: Two … [Read more...] about The Style Files: Traveling with Jewelry
Rashida Tlaib set to make history as Detroit’s congresswoman
Todd Spangler Detroit Free Press Published 6:00 AM EDT Sep 7, 2018 It is Eid al-Adha, one of the holiest days of the Islamic calendar, and Detroit’s next full-term congresswoman — who in November is expected to become one of the first two Muslim women elected to the U.S. House — is rolling through southwest Detroit, snapping pictures of homes with her cell phone. “I’m texting these to the commander right now,” Rashida Tlaib says, tapping away. Let’s just say it’s not your typical visit with a politician, with her doing the driving and no staffers or handlers around. But then, Tlaib (pronounced tah-LEEB), a 42-year-old social justice lawyer, activist and former state representative, is not your everyday office-seeker. A couple of hours before, the divorced mother of two young boys rushed into her office in the Cass Corridor after Eid al-Adha prayers at the Islamic Center of Detroit on Tireman, late for a meeting, … [Read more...] about Rashida Tlaib set to make history as Detroit’s congresswoman
Next mission for women with military service: Run for office
Laurie Kellman and Bill Barrow, Associated Press Updated 10:10 pm PDT, Thursday, August 16, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-5', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 5', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-8', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 8', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); Photo: Matt York, AP Image 1of/8 CaptionClose Image 1 of 8 FILE - In this Jan. 12, 2018, file photo, Rep. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., leaves in a T-6 World War II airplane after speaking at a rally in Phoenix. Women with military experience _ many of them combat veterans _ are among the record number of female candidates … [Read more...] about Next mission for women with military service: Run for office