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
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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
Is Annual Travel Insurance Right for You?(Part 1)
Buying travel insurance can be a real pain, but necessary. But what about an annual travel insurance? Here are things to think about if you
10 Things to Know About the Azores
I spent an amazing week in the Azores! And if you’re thinking of going, here are 10 things to know before you go!
6 Places to Get Your Easter On!
Happy Easter everyone! Some of us are gearing up for lots of indulge in chocolate bunnies and Easter egg hunts! And, while not everyone ce
What to Do if You Get Sick on a Trip
Last week, I wrote about how to stay healthy when you travel. This week, it'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 what to do and what not to
Beyond the Guidebooks: Using Your Library for Travel Planning
What’s the first thing you think of when you think of the word “vacation”? Is it beaches? Maybe cruises? I bet you don’t think of the librar
What You Need For Every Road Trip
Who doesn’t love a good road trip? Whether it’s in the U.S. or elsewhere, there are a few things you should have to help make sure your trip
Greeting the French: The Right Number of Kisses
Since Valentine’s Day is coming up, I thought I’d do a fun post on an issue that baffled me when I lived in France - how many kisses are yo
How to Avoid Vacation Debt
Planning a vacation is so much fun, but the aftermath, usually in the form of credit card bills - yeesh! Well, it can be a real nightmare.
17 Travel Websites and Apps You’ll Actually Use
Aren’t we all looking for ways to make travel easier? Well, here are 17 travel apps and websites you might actually use!
Travel Stories of 2017
With 2018 here, I thought now would be a good time to reflect on some of the big travel stories we heard about in 2017 and what's coming
Renting Winter Clothes
Where can you rent cold weather clothing when you live in a warm climate? That’s the question I got from a friend of mine when he suggested
Happy Holidays!
This week, I'm taking time to enjoy the season with my friends and family and I hope you're lucky enough to be doing the same! What
3 Hilarious Xmas Traditions of Family and Friends
Yay! Christmas is almost here! Most of us have traditions that we look forward to every year, and so do my family and friends! But with us
A (Mostly) Free Trip to Portland, Oregon
Ever wonder how you can score a completely free trip? Well, I pulled it off (sorta)! Here’s how I got most of our expenses for our long wee
Product Review: The People’s Poncho
When people think of ponchos, they may think of either the flimsy plastic bag-like material that you buy at sports events when there’s an un
Interview: Director General, Visit Faroe Islands
Breathtaking, windswept green cliffs. All the weather you could ever possibly want. More sheep than people. Looking for an adventure? ...
Always Take the Hotel Shampoo
“Don’t you have enough of that stuff?”Asks my exasperated husband, cringing as I loot the hotel amenities on our travels (again), knowing wh
Help! I Lost My Passport!
Whether it’s before your trip on while you’re on your trip, realizing you lost your passport can be a panic-inducing moment. Even worse, wh
Product Review: Zakistar Flip Flops
Hooray! It’s Labor Day weekend here in the U.S.! Boo! Summer’s coming to an end! But don’t get out your winter sweaters just yet!There’s s
The Lowdown on Adapters and Converters
When you’re packing for a trip out of the country, two things that are easy to forget are adapters and converters. Hey, aren’t they the same
The Life of a Digital Nomad
Ever dream of ditching your 9-5 job for a life that offers the luxury to travel and work from anywhere in the world? Yeah, sure, we've
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