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Travel & Getaways From Kim Knox Beckius, your About Travel & Getaways Editor Greetings, Travelers! Ever wished you had a worldly fairy godmother who could show you the ropes whenever you're faced with a trip planning challenge or a new cultural experience? Well, you do! These practical "how tos" from our Guides will help you travel with confidence. ~Kim How to Pack Glass Bottles in Your Luggage Whether you're headed home from Eastern Europe with maraschino liqueur and a bottle of vodka or loading your luggage with wines you discovered in Napa, these tips will help you ensure glass bottles don't break--or leak--in transit. How to Tour London's Olympic Park Before the 2012 Games It's a little-known fact that travelers can book a tour of the London 2012 Olympic Park and watch the site being transformed in preparation for the Summer Olympic Games. Best of all, while tickets to Olympic events won't come cheap, these tours are free. See More About:  london 2012 olympics  london olympics  see olympic park for free How to Eat Snails in Greece If you're visiting Greece and have an appetite for adventurous dining, head to the island of Crete, where Cretan snails are a famous specialty. If you've read this advice, you'll know just what to do when your heaping plate of snails arrives, including why you should go for the big ones first. See More About:  food and drink in greece  escargots  greek snails How to Take a Slow Boat to China or Chile Don't mind getting there slooowly? Consider freighter boat travel! This no-frills cruise option may cost more than flying, but when was the last time a long-haul flight changed your life? More Travel How Tos Below See More About:  budget boat travel  steamer travel  booking freighter travel Travel & Getaways Ads Travel Agents Travel Agency Travel Agencies Secure Travel Travel Vaccination Featured Articles How to Travel Responsibly in Asia How to Ride the Paris Metro How to Travel to Cuba if You Are an American How to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro How to Travel Like a Geologist How to Do Laundry On The Road   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Travel & Getaways newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   More to Explore How to Organize a Travel Journal Video: How to Negotiate a Free Upgrade at the Ticket Counter How to Find Outstanding Senior Travel Discounts Advertisement