Packing–Fold or roll? The traveler’s dilemma. There you are, getting ready for your trip. You’ve given careful thought to what to bring. Perhaps you’re committed to doing carry-on, so your suitcase is small. Maybe you’ve even googled tips to...
Create Your Future–Make 2018 the Best Ever!
Can you really create your future? I believe so! We can simply wish to travel in 2018 or we can make a plan that will–literally–deliver us to our destination. In order to create your future, you’ll need to put...
Favorite Travel Magazines to Give…or Get for Yourself!
“What are your favorite travel magazines?” When you write a travel blog, people are curious to know what you read for enjoyment and inspiration. Sometimes they ask for gift recommendations for the travelers in their lives…or what they should...
How to Meet People When You Travel Solo
How to meet people when you travel solo? Not always easy. It’s not just a matter of being out-going. Some cultures don’t welcome “friendliness” from strangers. In fact, a woman can put herself at risk by seeming to encourage...
How to Ruin Your Trip in 12 Easy Steps
“How to Ruin Your Trip”…what kind of a downer title is that?!?! After all, you’ve plotted, planned, packed and prepared. Dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s. What could possible go wrong? You’d be surprised. How to ruin your...
Government Travel Programs: Easy & Helpful
U.S. government travel programs are helpful? Really?? Yes, indeed! If you take more than one or two trips a year, government travel programs can make your life easier. And if you travel abroad even once a year, it’s worth...
How to Ride a Metro Subway: Step-by-Step Instructions
How to ride a Metro Subway? One of the most intimidating things for a new or solo traveler is learning how to ride the Metro, as subways are called around the world. How does one even know where to...
How to Use a Bidet: Like Riding a Horse!
How to use a bidet? Admit it, at some point you’ve wondered… Popular in many parts of the world, Americans have never embraced the idea of washing themselves “down there” to stay clean. No, we prefer rolls and rolls...
Travel Insurance: Is It Necessary?
Travel insurance: Is it really necessary? Yes. Travel insurance does more than cover lost baggage or trip cancellations. Much, much more. If you’ve considered it an extra or unnecessary expense, it’s time to rethink the cost…and benefits. Of course,...
Best Travel Websites–Get Them Here!
What are the best travel websites? It depends. Where are you going? Are you flying? Do you need a hotel, too? Or maybe you just need a hotel for a weekend getaway? Will you be driving when you get...