Whenever he flies overseas, my boyfriend wears a nice shirt and sports jacket. He does this so he doesn't have to pack them, but also because he occasionally gets bumped up to first class seemingly due to his clean cut looks and attire.
Calculating Mileage and Gas Costs for Driving Trips
How much it will cost on gas driving from Portland, Maine to Atlanta, Georgia?
Travel: Fossil Rim Wildlife Center (Glen Rose, TX)
This is my favorite place to be! You can be surrounded by beautiful animals who run wild and somewhat free. They are all cared for and protected by this wonderful non-profit organization.
US Map Puzzle to Mark Your Travels
I recently made a trek from Oregon to Illinois, then drove from there to Virginia and back to Oregon. When I got back, I got to thinking of where I have lived and traveled, and it turns out to be over half the United States!
Travel: Oktoberfest (Leavenworth, WA)
We visited the lovely town of Leavenworth, WA, for Oktoberfest last year. It is an annual festival that runs for the first two weeks of October. Since Leavenworth has a Bavarian theme, Oktoberfest spills out everywhere in the town.
Eating Healthy While You Travel
This is a guide about eating healthy while traveling. It can be challenging to make healthy choices when traveling, whether by car, boat, train or plane.
Tips for Taking a Disney Cruise
This is a guide about saving money when taking a Disney cruise. A cruise can be very expensive, but there are ways to go on a memorable trip without stretching your vacation budget too far.
Know The Rules Of The Road When You Travel
While planning your road trip vacation, don't forget to check the rules of the road, especially out of your province or state. For example, in Canada, cell phone use is banned while driving in British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Pack An Overnight Bag With Your Luggage
When making a trip and you need to stop for one night, pack a overnight bag with the things you will need that night. Also, pack one set of clean clothes for the next day for self and other family members. I also include basic toiletries.
Travel: Terry Fox Memorial (Thunder Bay, Ontario)
Terry Fox attempted to walk across Canada years ago to raise money for cancer research. He had lost one leg to cancer. This monument was erected in his memory.
Scenery: White Iron Work Car (Juarez, Mexico)
We were on vacation in Juarez when I saw this on the side of the road. Naturally, I had to take a picture. I have never figured out how this was done.
Scenery: Elephant (Saint Louis Zoo, MO)
Last year, me and my husband took a trip to Saint Louis. We went to the zoo
In the evening, after the day's events are over, I make hot water in the coffee pot, then steep a hotel tea bag in a tall hotel cup, sweetened with hotel sugar or sweetener.
Keep Bottles From Leaking in Luggage
To keep your bottles of makeup, lotions, and shampoo from leaking all over your clothes and suitcase, place some cotton in the cap before closing. This will keep it from leaking out!
I am going to Sicily in September. I would like to download the maps for my Garmin. I can purchase them directly from Garmin for $70.00 that come on a micro SD card. I also have seen them used on eBay. Has anyone had any experience purchasing these maps used?
Travel: Snowflake Obsidian and Petrified Mud (Oregon)
These are cherished rocks we collected on a family vacation many years ago in Oregon.
I flew recently out of the country and had a few bottles of thirst quencher with me. I had decided to freeze two of them, and these were the only ones that made it though the security screening.
This is a guide about buying a used travel trailer. Travel trailers are a wonderful way to get out and see the world. When shopping for a used travel trailer it is important to know what common things can go wrong with them.
These two love birds (I mean seals) captured my heart while visiting one of Florida's theme parks.
Travel: 911 Memorial Construction (New York City, NY)
My brother and I visited New York City in May. We were walking to the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty on a rainy morning and we passed the World Trade Center site.
Travel: Wedding Dresses (Danang, Vietnam)
When you attend a wedding in Vietnam you will often see the bride wear at least 3 different dresses during the evening. Brides in Vietnam rent these dresses for the occasion.
Scenery: Travel from Sea to Shining Sea!
As some of you know, I recently drove across country. I left Chicago on March 27th and headed for Falls Church, VA. I stayed a few days with some friends, and then left for Oregon. My trip was adventurous to say the least.
American Express paid for my son's vacation. Seriously? Yes, the focused and frugal can manipulate credit card rewards to their benefit. Of course, without dedication and restraint you'll fall into the trap that the credit companies created.
There really is no such thing as an "all-inclusive vacation", because no one could include everything. However, some vacations claim to have everything, and then sneak some charges in the package. Cruise vacations are one of them.
