What’s the Deal with Gas Prices Ending in 9/10?
Gas prices were insane in 2022. Even though they’ve seemed to have leveled off a bit, it still ain’t cheap to fill up. So, as you’re...
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Hey, Where’d the Word Airport Come From?
Now that many of us are travelling again, what probably comes to mind when we think of the airport is what a hassle air travel has become....
A Germophobe’s Pandemic Hotel Stay
Recently, I needed to stay overnight in New York City. Living in New Jersey, I didn’t have to quarantine because the two states have a...
Which U.S. States Don’t Follow Daylight Saving Time?
In the U.S., Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends on November 1, 2020. You know what that means? An extra hour of sleep!!!
Why Do We Have Daylight Saving Time, Anyway?
Ah, the time change is upon us and we'll soon be "springing ahead". But do you know why we even have Daylight Saving Time? Here's why!
Hey, Where’d the Word Airport Come From?
Many of us use airports all the time, and probably what comes to mind is the hassle air travel has become. But, do you know the origins
Art Project: Maps & Money
After you come back from a trip you’ve probably got a lot of what I call “trip detritus”. You know what I’m talking about – ticket stubs, ma
What To Do If You Get Sick On A Trip
Last week, I wrote about 10 Ways to Stay Healthy When You Travel. This week, here's what to do if you get sick on a trip!
10 Ways to Stay Healthy When You Travel
As a former flight attendant, I spent A LOT of time in the air, and on the road, so I learned a fair amount about staying healthy when trave
A Free Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant Canada
Okay, full disclosure - it’s not actually a “free” ski trip. Rather, it didn’t cost me anything extra for hotel and skiing. Since that was
It's Raining...Now What?
We’ve all been on vacations that depended on a certain kind of weather. Here are four suggestions about what to do when the weather isn'
Why is New Year’s Day on January 1?
Ever wondered why the new year starts on January 1 as opposed to say, March 1? Well, in case you’ve ever wondered (and even if you haven’t)
What to Do When Your Trip Goes Sideways
My trip to Burgundy a couple months ago was amazing, but the trip would have been a total disaster had it not been for some quick action on
Why I Didn't Love My Instant Pot
When I realized I’d have to replace my beloved crockpot, I thought the Instant Pot would be a great replacement. It wasn't.
Holiday Gift Ideas for the Traveler in Your Life
It’s that time of year again – we’re all scrambling for gift ideas. If you’re looking for something for the traveler in your life, here are
September Travel News Roundup
Wow! There was a lot of travel-related news that happened in September, so I’ve put together a recap of some of the month’s top stories!
BYO or No? Sports Gear!
A lot of people ask me, "do you BYO (Bring Your Own) sports equipment on trips?" After many trips, I’ve developed a completely un
Building A Road Trip Itinerary (Part 2)
Last week, I wrote about picking a destination, setting a budget and managing vacation time. This week, it’s all about building the itinera
Building A Road Trip Itinerary (Part 1)
My recent posts have been about my road trip from the State of Washington to Glacier National Park in Montana. A number of people asked abo
6 Lessons I Learned Planning A Trip to Glacier National Park (Part 1)
One of the things on my bucket list has been to visit Glacier National Park in Montana. Well, this year, I did it! So, if you’re thinking
13 Facts About the American Flag
Independence Day in the U.S. is July 4th, so this week seemed like a good time to do a post about the American flag. Since there were 13 or
10 tips for a successful group tour (Part 2)
Last week, I posted numbers 1 through 5 of successful group tour tips. Here are tips 6 through 10. Enjoy! 6. The group dynamic. We had...
10 tips for a successful group tour (Part 1)
Ever thought about a group tour, but you weren't sure if it'd be right for you? Here are 10 tips for having a successful group tour
Is Annual Travel Insurance Right for You? (Part 2)
Last week, I wrote the first part of a two part post, "Is Annual Travel Insurance Right for You?"; this week, I’m continuing the c
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