Time and Money (aka Reality)–Part 1
I was once with a group and we were swapping stories about trips we had each taken when the topic of trip planning came up. As we shared how we initially choose...
Travel Planning
How to Avoid Ruining a Good Friendship
All the friends and family you enjoy hanging out with will make great travel companions, right? Actually, not always. A group of us making memories on the cobblestones somewhere in England. Don't...
Some Questions to Get the Travel Party Started
It's important to make sure that you and your potential travel partners are well matched when planning a trip together. (See the post How to Avoid Ruining a Relationship.) Don't assume that...
Tuesday Travel Tip #2
Changing lodging frequently can be exhausting. To decrease the stress in packing up and moving during your travels, consider building your trip around one or just a very small number (depending on...
When Less Is More
When you take that dream vacation, you need to plan to do everything, right? Well, in reality, independent travel...actually, all travel...is a situation when less is often more. More enjoyment. More spontaneity....
How to Start
As with so many things in life, the hardest part in trip planning is often starting. Unlimited potential is exciting but also overwhelming. How do we decide what to do? If there's...
Tuesday Travel Tip #1
Consider spending more time at your destination. You can get to know an area better or you can check off several locations from your bucket list during the same trip by adding...
Adventure is a State of Mind
Be a Brave and Wise Traveler...and Adventure-ish! When it comes to travel, so many people have a dream of traveling independently and customizing a trip that is perfect for them, without knowing...