So you’re planning that long-awaited bucket list vacation to Hawaii – how exciting! Once you’ve decided which island(s) you’re visiting, then comes the fun part of planning the rest of your trip. Of course, your travel agent will be happy to guide you, but to start, here are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. Read more
The 7 inhabited islands (and over 100 smaller uninhabited islets, atolls, and coral reefs that count as “islands”) that we collectively know as Hawaii, provide some of the most beautiful sites in the world. Visitors to this paradise of islands will also find a fascinating history and culture, delicious regional cuisine, and a wide variety of outdoor activities – kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and of course surfing.
And each island is different from the next! While Oahu may be the first place that visitors think of when planning a vacation to Hawaii, many folks find that one (or more) of the other islands may be the perfect Hawaiian vacation destination – especially for those looking for a quieter, more “nature-centered” visit. Read more
Summer “unofficially” begins this weekend, kids are getting out of school, and that means it’s vacation time! While crowds of people at the airports mean lots of folks are taking to the skies this summer, predictions are that road trips will also be extremely popular. So, if you’re planning a summer road trip vacation, expect to have lots of company, especially if you will be visiting destinations that are popular with tourists, such as theme parks, beach towns, and national parks.
So pack your patience – along with these tips for saving (more than just money) on your road trip this summer. Read more
Whether you’re planning to see the USA this year or take that long-dreamed-of trip to Europe, deciding how you want to vacation is one of the very first things you’ll need to plan. If you’ll be visiting a destination that you’ve never been to before, there’s always a bit of stress involved. Where will you stay? (And will the place look in person the way it did online?) How will you get there and how will you get around once you are there? What will you see and do? Where will you eat? And what about the lines – because who wants to spend their entire vacation standing in a line with thousands of other tourists? And that’s just to start.
The good news is there is a completely stress-free way to see the world.
Welcome to the world of planned tours – where all the logistics are done for you, and all you have to do is pack and show up, ready to travel like a VIP and make lifelong memories along the way. Read more
When most people think about exploring America, they think of either a classic long road trip, or they consider taking to the skies to get to where they want to go as quickly as possible. But there’s another way that you can experience a fabulous vacation seeing the USA – on a relaxing river or waterway cruise.
Long popular on the rivers of Europe, river cruisers can leisurely sail past beautiful scenery and historic landmarks, dock at fascinating ports, enjoy delicious regional cuisine, all while benefiting from unpacking once, and not having to think about packing again until the end of their trip. Read more