Ah, the holidays. A time for joy, festive lights, and… rising travel costs? If you’ve ever felt the pinch of planning a holiday getaway without blowing your budget, you’re not alone. But don’t worry—there are plenty of smart strategies to help you save big on holiday travel while still having a fabulous vacation. Read more
Cruise Planning
Pack Like a Pro: Essential Packing Tips for Your Next Trip
It’s almost time for your vacation, but there’s one little thing standing between you and your destination.
Packing.
While not the most fun part of a trip, it can also be one of the most important. Under-pack and you risk not having something you really need – and then spending vacation souvenir money on an overpriced item that you could have brought from home for free. Over-pack and you could end up paying more for luggage fees on your plane – and end up not using half the stuff you brought.
The goal here is to bring what you need and leave behind what you don’t. Here are a few tips to help you do just that. Read more
Empty Nesters – Your International Travel Questions Answered
Do you have an “empty nest”? If you do, welcome to the club! Now that the kids are off to their own adventures, it’s your turn to explore the world! But – if you’re like many, planning that dream international trip will likely come with some questions.
Today, let’s explore 3 of the most common questions I have heard from clients – along with some answers to help you plan your international adventure. Read more
Prepping for Summer Adventure: 4 Must-Do Tips Before You Leave
May has arrived, schools are nearing the end of the year, and Memorial Day is just a few weeks away, which all means just one thing – summer vacations are right around the corner!
Whether you’re off to a tropical paradise or embarking on a cultural odyssey, it’s super important to prep like a pro before you hit the sea, skies, or road. To ensure smooth sailing and stress-free adventures, here are four simple things you can do NOW, before you pack your bags and head out the door. Read more
Planning the Perfect Multi-Generation Vacation
If you have ever thought about taking a “multi-generational” family vacation, you are not alone. Many families have discovered that spending valuable vacation time with extended family and across the generations is a wonderful way to foster closer family ties, and to create lifelong memories.
And when you combine a multi-generational trip with celebrating something special – such as a milestone birthday, anniversary, graduation, retirement – a trip with extended family is even more special!
If planning a multi-generational trip sounds like the perfect way to enjoy time with family, (it is!) then what next? Where do you start? Where should you go? Aren’t there a lot of logistics to think about? Read more