Tips & Recommendations
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5 Things You Must Know About Planning Europe Travel
Traveling overseas is an adventure that requires significant preparation. Before you can stroll the cobbled streets of Lisbon, watch the gondolas float by in Venice, or sip wine at a café in Paris, you need to put some initial thought and effort into your travel plans, even before you schedule a consultation. 1.) Make sure your documents/identification are in order. …
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What I Keep in My “In Flight” Bag
Even if they share similar dimensions, not all personal item bags are created equal. If you’re in the market for new gear, I recommend doing some research before you start shopping…especially if you’re a carry-on-only traveler like me. Choosing the right personal item for your needs can make both prepping for a trip and enjoying the trip much…
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10 Things to Do Before Your Next Flight
Planning a trip is exciting, but in the days leading up to departure stress can set in with the numerous to-do lists and random preparations. Managing and preparing for flights, especially long haul ones, tends to be one of the most challenging parts of traveling. (And speaking candidly, it still is stressful for me!) With…
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Why and How to Become a Carry-On-Only Traveler
Why Just a Carry-On? Simply put? It’s an easier packing process! Our family’s transition to carry-on-only luggage has streamlined our trip preparations and made travel much less stressful overall. (An exception to this was for our month in Portugal, since we needed to cart school and work with us! Our family of three packed two checked bags…
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Get Summer Road Trip Ready
Travel gives us the opportunity to break out of our regular routine, and a summer road trip can be an exciting and memorable getaway chock full of fun playlists and random roadside discoveries. Unfortunately, some of the accompanying travel experiences — crossing time zones, eating different foods that might not agree with us, long stretches of being…
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7 Things You Must Know About Passports
It’s always rewarding to plan your first family vacation or book that bucket-list trip you’ve been dreaming about for years. If you’re new to international travel, passports can be confusing. The following tips will help you keep you informed about passports before you head abroad. 1. Where can you apply for a passport? If you…
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Father’s Day Gifts for the Traveler
With Father’s Day approaching, you might be wondering how to honor the traveler in your life (while also making his next vacation easier or more special!) I have a few gift ideas for you to brighten his day. Photos courtesy of Bagsmart, Rakuten, and Twelve South Apple AirTags – AirTags can be placed in checked luggage…
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Have a Smooth First Day of Vacation
You’ve spent months making arrangements for your upcoming vacation. The flights have been arranged, the transfers booked, and the excursions selected. You’ve strewn clothing around your bedroom making decisions about outfits, reserved your pet’s spot at the local animal care facility, and packed your carry-on bag with love and care. You have checked and re-checked…
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Prepare to Travel: Is Your ID Travel Ready?
One of the most important preparations for future travel is ensuring you have the appropriate travel ID. No one wants to arrive at the airport for their long-awaited vacation, only to be denied boarding because of an identification issue! Don’t wait until booking your next trip to check if your identification documents are ready –…
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Your Coziest Vacation Ever
Hygge, the Danish concept of coziness that stirs pleasant feelings of contentment, has become a global phenomenon over the past few years. With numerous how-to books on the market, YouTube channels dedicated to the creation of cinematic hygge masterpieces, and social media accounts that showcase hygge at home, coziness is celebrated more than ever. But…
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