We are firm believers in that old saying, hope for the best, but plan for the worst. No one plans on getting sick or injured before a trip or having your luggage or passport stolen or having a natural disaster strike, but the fact is, these things do happen and we have little to no control Continue Reading →
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5 Travel Planning Mistakes – And How To Avoid Them
Though everyone loves being on vacation, planning a vacation can feel quite overwhelming. To help overcome this hurdle, we’ve identified five common travel planning mistakes and how you can avoid them. Happy planning! Travel Planning Mistake #1 Only choosing to go to touristy places and/or going to a destination at the wrong time of year. Continue Reading →
A Food-Lover’s Guide To Eating Tapas In Spain
Hungry but can’t decide on just one dish to eat? No problem if you’re traveling through Spain, have a little of each! In Spain, there is a famous local custom of eating tapas (also called pinxtos) – an assortment of small plates of various of delicacies, usually accompanied by a lovely glass of Spanish wine. Continue Reading →
Our Number One Tip Before Booking a Tour
What is our number one tip before you book a tour with a tour company? Call the company! We receive probably 95% of our bookings via the Internet without ever having spoken to the traveler. In many cases, we have never even emailed with the individual. And to be honest, that works for us! But Continue Reading →
Tips On Buying Travel Insurance That Is Right For You
We are firm believers in that old saying, hope for the best, but plan for the worst. No one plans on getting sick or injured before a trip or having your luggage or passport stolen or having a natural disaster strike, but the fact is, these things do happen and we have little to no control Continue Reading →
How To Minimize Your Environmental Impact As A Traveler
There are countless things we love about travel – trying new foods, seeing incredible sights, meeting interesting people – the list goes on. But there is one drawback to travel – the impact it has on our environment. And depending on the way you travel, it, unfortunately, can have rather large ramifications. But don’t fret Continue Reading →