A friend recently returned from Italy and told me how she and her sister had been on “a quest to find the best gelato.” Luckily, their quest involved visiting different gelaterias and...
What is your packing style? Are you a minimalist or a maximist? Can you get by with just a backpack, even if you’re going to be gone for three weeks? Or do...
Slow Travel Have you ever considered slow travel? Some of you may be confused as to what the phrase means. I know I was. What initially popped into my head was a...
In a previous post, I’ve discussed how to book your flights to hopefully find the most reasonably-priced tickets. Getting the most for your money, however, doesn’t mean just buying the cheapest ticket...
Checked Bags Versus Carry On When you fly, do you check a bag or just use a carry on? This is a discussion that can sometimes create judgment or even become a...
How to Think About Packing If you do an internet search, you’ll find an abundance of posts about packing. How to pack in just a carryon. What to pack for __________________ (fill...
There is no perfect bag… nor is there a perfect trip. But, there are some that come close, and the quest is part of the fun. The Problem With Bags Actually, if...
The Peak-End Rule If you’re taking a trip you’ve long been dreaming of taking, you might feel that there is nothing you could do to make the trip more memorable. But what...
The Birth of an Idea My husband, Greg, and I are planning to spend a week in Scotland next year with friends. We decided to extend our stay beyond that week, however,...
Many people are afraid to travel due to a fear of not knowing what to do if something difficult or unexpected happens. What they don’t stop to consider, however, is whether you...