What's your favorite type of getaway? Relaxing on a secluded tropical island? Exploring a historic European city? Seeing the sun dip into the ocean from your private cruise ship balcony? Discover new places to love at the LA Travel and Adventure show. This past weekend, we delved into the Travel and Adventure show at the… Continue reading Finding Places to Love at the LA Travel and Adventure Show
Yearning for the perfect getaway, but not sure where to go? Whether you seek exotic destinations, extreme adventure, or indulgent beach retreats, you'll find your answers at the Travel and Adventure Show. The Travel and Adventure Show is the nation's largest travel show, and promises fun for the entire family. Growing over the last 12 years, the… Continue reading 5 Reasons You Need to Bring the Family to the Next Travel and Adventure Show
Disney's Grand Floridian hotel balances classic beauty and elegance with exceptional service in the heart of Disney World. Being a top-priced Disney hotel, there is always high demand for this property. We have found the service to be exceptional here, even by Disney standards. We stayed in a studio Lake view Villa (DVC, Disney Vacation Club) at… Continue reading Hotel Review: The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian
The Avalon Impression (2014) is a beautiful new ship in the Avalon fleet. I am reviewing this as a 'hotel' because it is your floating hotel along the rivers of Europe. Our cruise sailed from Budapest, Hungary to Amsterdam (14 days) in August 2015, and was filled with many surprising ups and downs. The Small… Continue reading Surprising Ups and Downs We Encountered During our River Cruise — an Avalon Impression Review
We have all had some fantastic hotel experiences -- whether it was the service, the location, or commemorating a special event .... and then perhaps some not so great hotel experiences. In this series, I want to share with you some of the hotels that I have experienced. It is a pleasure to share with you… Continue reading Hotel Review: Westin Europa & Regina, Venice Italy
Flying used to be an exciting adventure – rather than just mere survival – especially for long haul flights. The reality of the airline industry is centered on functionality, as they cut personal space to add more seats, and reduce service in the main cabin. This has led to a test of endurance – a… Continue reading In-Flight Survival Tips (Part 2) — Surviving the Long Haul Journey
Flying used to be an exciting adventure – rather than just mere survival – especially for long haul flights. The reality of the airline industry is centered on functionality, as they cut personal space to add more seats, and reduce service in the main cabin. This has led to a test of endurance – a… Continue reading Surviving the Long Haul Journey: In-Flight Survival Tips (Part 1)
Smartphones have made our daily lives immeasurably more convenient. Using GPS to map a route to the closest Starbucks, using Google to research Risso’s dolphins, uploading your pictures to Instagram – sometimes we may take the ease of obtaining information for granted. Having the right smartphone apps can enhance your travel experiences. As I have… Continue reading 8 Must-Have Smartphone Communication Apps for Travel
Financial disclosure: I have no connections with any of the financial entities discussed in this article. I love shopping while I’m traveling, and understanding how to get the best exchange rate for euros, Pounds, and Kroners allows me to get the most for my money. Today, I will be sharing money-saving Cash tips that can be… Continue reading 10 Money-Smart Cash Tips To Know Before You Travel
I love shopping, and understanding how to get the best exchange rate for euros, Pounds, and Kroners allows me to get the most for my money. Today, I will be sharing money-saving credit card tips that can be especially helpful for international (and domestic) travel. Related Posts: In Part 1 of this series, I covered… Continue reading 10 Money-Smart Credit Card Tips To Know Before You Travel
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