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 little heated as to what is the “right” choice. Because living in Kansas means almost never having a direct flight to anywhere, I…
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...
Okay, so getting on a plane might not be that exotic of an experience these days (unless you’ve never flown before, of course!), but it is officially the beginning of your adventure....
Do you have any interest in traveling abroad? If you do, and you don’t have your passport yet, what are you waiting for? Are You a Brave Wise Traveler? I’m surprised at...
The Fear of Foreign Languages The idea of trying to communicate with someone in a language different than your own is one of the most terrifying aspects of traveling abroad for many...
Is International Travel Really That Different? Travel is travel...except when it isn't. Traveling internationally has some different considerations from traveling domestically. If you're considering traveling out of the country for the first...
When traveling internationally, it is important to be familiar with the paperwork you need before sitting down to make your reservations. I said "be familiar" with the documentation rather than having it...
Figuring out how to get somewhere is one of the most frustrating parts of trip planning. Because so much of what we consider adventure or exotic travel involves flying to another country,...