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When it came time to pack for our first trip to Thailand, I wasn’t sure what to wear. It was our first trip to Southeast Asia. I knew the attire requirements would be different than many of the other trips we have been on.
Over the last several years, the “live like a local” movement has been fueled by Airbnb, VRBO, and other vacation rental options. These companies have built campaigns on the concept. We’ve had countless conversations with people about it. They truly feel staying in one of these accommodation types gives them, as travelers, the experience of …
While it’s normally pretty fun to write up these end-of-year travel reviews to reflect back on the year gone by, this year feels totally different. All things considered, we still did a little bit of traveling this last year. So, we figure we might as well cap off another year with our traditional travel year …
Been awhile since you did any major traveling? Us too. Because it’s been so long, it seems like a great time to share a different “major” travel experience. In the not-so-distant past, I majored in travel while traveling the world! That’s right, I received my graduate degree in a travel field.
Been awhile since you’ve traveled? Think more time may pass before your next trip? Why not take this opportunity to get things taken care of and in place! Even though we can’t travel in the same manner now, it doesn’t mean we can’t sort some things out. A little leg work now can help you …
It’s October. The month of all things spooky. The nights are darker, the weather has a sharp chill, and uneasiness is in the air. Not only do we have to deal with goblins and ghouls, but we still must forge our way into the unknown winter months that lie ahead.
Ever find yourself packing and unpacking certain items for every trip?These items seem to be essentials. Things you always want to have with you. In effort to save time and streamline my packing, I noted what things I was always grabbing. Now, I ensure that I never leave home without these 16 things in my …
For us, Labor Day weekend always symbolizes the so-called end of summer. It’s hard to believe we are at this point in the year. In some ways, it feels like forever ago when our 2020 travel plans imploded during the first quarter of the year. How can it be that was more than 6 months …
Millions of people are itching to travel again. Some time may have passed since your last trip and staying home has made everyone feel a bit stir crazy. If you’re like us, you’re anxiously awaiting the opportunity to get out of town again. Before you do, take a few minutes to protect your home while …