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...
When is a group tour or cruise the best option? If you’ve read many of my blog posts, you might be getting the impression that I’m anti-tour or anti-cruise. I want to...
Are you planning a trip that requires a plane flight? If you’re like me, this may be the most stressful and frustrating part of the process of planning a travel adventure. There...
‘Tis the Season For many people, the period from early spring through early summer is prime trip-planning season because they are planning trips for later in the summer. If your travel adventure...