Geoff, 37
The first thing I do when I'm preparing to travel is to visit traveler-review websites like TripAdvisor. These interactive sites let travelers share their experiences at tourist attractions, restaurants, and hotels. They can give each place a rating write a review, of discuss them in online forums. Reading the opinions of genuine travelers can be much more convincing than any advertisement. On top of that, reviewers often provide tips, like where to find a money changer in a small town, or which is the best room in hotel. Also, being able to search for attractions by location, price, or quality rating is a big help because the kind of place I'm looking for depends on whether I'm traveling for work or for leisure. When I travel for work, I focus on comfort and location. But when I'm with my wife and three kids, I aways try to get the best value for our money. We also love makings personalized travel plans that focus on our interests, such as food and beautiful beaches.