Once the kids are in their teenage years, we only have a few summers left to adventure with them before they’re off to their next big chapter in life — college, career, marriage, family. So, do something fun and adventurous like hiking, snow-skiing, sailing the Caribbean, or touring historic cities. Here is a list of […]
Living a zero waste travel lifestyle doesn’t happen in the blink of an eye; it takes time. With only a small amount of effort and upfront cost for the items in your zero waste travel kit, you can begin the transition. The change requires a mindset shift. Start simple and build. And remember, every little […]
Going on a staycation with kids is the new way to travel since worldwide travel came to a screeching halt in 2020. Although we are beginning to move about a bit more this fall, it is still is somewhat scary to embark on any long haul travel. Who knows what to expect? So, as we […]
Visiting Florida in the winter with its endless warm beach days, casual atmosphere, crystal clear springs, cookouts, umbrella drinks, and watersports galore sounds exciting and unforgettable. Doesn’t it? Winter in Florida is much like summer, but there’s more. Way more. I hear it all the time, Florida doesn’t really have seasons. Total fiction. We have […]
I have heard many excuses from friends who won’t travel, the main theme beginning with, “it’s too expensive.” What do I tell them? Start your travel fund now, and I mean TODAY. Here are 21 easy and realistic ways to build a monster travel fund and have the vacation you’ve always dreamed of. You don’t […]
With significant travel shut down due to COVID-19, what’s your next move? Mine, a mountain road trip to Blue Ridge, Georgia, located in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Pack the car or SUV with all of these essentials and hit the road for Blue Ridge, Georgia, a charming, unique, and idyllic north Georgia mountain town with […]
A long layover for me is a bonus, and I look forward to making the most of the time. If you are a frequent flyer, then you have inevitably had the experience of a long layover. Many travelers view this as a total drag, a necessary annoyance of travel day. Admittedly I am one of […]
People ask me, “why travel with young children, they won’t remember a thing?” And my answer is always, “Why not?” But, here are 15 more compelling reasons to travel with children now. Our children have been traveling since they were tiny. First, visiting extended family in Puerto Rico and Florida, then progressing to some pretty […]
I have always been a traveler. In my 20’s, I took every opportunity to travel anywhere. It didn’t matter where, all over the US, Europe, the Caribbean. Anytime someone needed a travel pal, I was there with my overpacked suitcase ready to ride. Fast forward to family, the discovery of Pinterest, a bit of self-control […]
Journeying to the heart of Arizona, Sedona beckons with its stunning red rock landscapes and a promise of adventure that speaks to the soul of every traveler. Known for its awe-inspiring scenery and vibrant energy, Sedona offers an escape into nature’s wonders while captivating the hearts of adventure seekers, travel enthusiasts, and family travelers alike. […]