Exotic travel destinations don’t have to be merely a dream vacation. With in depth research, and lots of planning, a visit to a Gorilla forest camp can be just as simple as a trip to the islands. The devil is in the details, as they say, so pay attention to the details that can make [...]
The difference between good and great is often in the little details, and with travel that means the research that starts before you ever leave home. Whether it’s for a general overview, specific planning, or maybe just for some inspirational travel ideas, a little travel research can help make your trip great. When your planning [...]
Beach vacations are a popular choice, whether you’re flying to an exotic location or hitting the shore close to home. But you can’t just head out to the beach — it can actually be one of the vacation destinations that is complicated to pack for. Here are 10 items that I consider essential for a [...]
We love lists. We’ve always loved lists. It’s not a new phenomenon, after all, we had Book of Lists (published in 1983), the New Book of Lists (published in 2005), and various permutations since we’ve acknowledged our fascination with the list.And ever since the movie The Bucket List, we had a name for all those [...]
It seems like I just return from one trip and I start planning the next. Actually, I always have several travel ideas in varying stages of research, and it’s just about matching up time, location, and finances. Finances! It’s the f-word for travelers, and can be one of the primary stumbling blocks to travel. Some [...]
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. . . no, I’m not talking about Paris in the Charles Dickens era, I’m talking about traveling with a group of family and friends. Or even traveling with your spouse, partner, or best friend. If you want to lie on a beach and [...]
When you’re traveling, the elements conspire against your body, skin and hair. Let’s face it, airplanes beat up our bodies as well as our spirits. Fashionable and practical don’t have to be mutually exclusive! Here’s my top 10 list that I think fit in both of those categories, proving that you can look good and [...]
Looking for a way to combine family travel with a little educational and cultural experience as well? There are a number of cities that can fill those specifications, blending lots of fun things to do with a quality cultural experience. There’s nothing wrong with combining plenty of relaxing downtime with an educational experience. Learning can [...]
Active travelers know that if they want to enjoy their favorite activities while on vacation that it may take plenty of advance planning. Whether you’re looking for a tee time, tennis lessons, or ski weekends, you’re going to have to do a little bit of research and planning. Here are a few pointers to keep [...]
Backpacks, once the “luggage” of choice for college-aged travelers, have become mainstream, with travelers of all ages preferring to travel light, with everything they need literally on their back. It’s simple, avoids checked bag fees and waiting time, and forces travelers to pack light. When carrying a backpack onto an airplane, however, there are inherent [...]
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