A Global Christmas: 12 Countries, 12 Unique Traditions (Beverage Included)
I remember the magic. The inescapable lure of Christmas. We had several traditions in our family as I'm sure all of you who celebrate the...
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Nov 27, 20237 min read
Chasing Shadows: A Guide to the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
As the celestial stage prepares for a grand spectacle, astronomers and sky enthusiasts eagerly await the upcoming total solar eclipse on...
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Nov 26, 20235 min read
Top Ten Delightful Travel Items from the Folks at IKEA
Who doesn't love IKEA? Apart from a couple of hair-pulling episodes for some of their larger intricate assemblies (glaring at my 4 piece...
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Nov 23, 20239 min read
To Tip or Not to Tip, A Global Guide
Introduction It seems to me that the last decade has ratcheted up the confusion about where, when, and how much to tip at various...
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Nov 22, 20235 min read
Navigating the World Safely: A Comprehensive Guide to Travel Insurance
Introduction Traveling is an enriching experience that opens our minds to new cultures, landscapes, and adventures. However, the...
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Nov 18, 202316 min read
Gift Ideas for the Traveler on your List
With the Holidays fast approaching now is the time to start getting into that giving spirit. From tech, to convenience, to comfort, here...
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Nov 14, 20237 min read
What you Need to Know about Bedbugs
With Bedbug infestations seemingly everywhere in the media, is there really an epidemic or is it just sensationalism? Here's a look at...
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Nov 6, 202317 min read
Best Practices for Planning your Travel Budget
Tips on planning ahead and anticipating expenses that may or may not have been considered. Anyone who has done any amount of travel can...
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Oct 20, 202313 min read
Fun Family Activities in Washington, DC
Some diversions to keep all ages entertained while you take in the sights of the nation's capital. Washington is a great place to spend a...
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Oct 11, 202310 min read
A Sunny Weekend in Stockholm, Sweden.
As well as a slightly soggy Monday. On one of our trips to Finland we decided that it might be nice to hop a ferry and cross the Baltic...
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Oct 5, 20238 min read
Niagara on the Lake: The quaint and charming neighbor of Niagara Falls.
The falls are impressive but the town is a bit too kitschy for most. A visit to Niagara Falls really is a sight to see. The Falls are...
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Sep 29, 20234 min read
Some Hidden Travel Perks You May Not Even Know You Have.
Why you should have a local museum membership and what it can do for you. Numerous museums and science centers around the globe offer a...
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Sep 29, 20238 min read
Family Friendly Activities in Calgary, Alberta.
Some things to keep the kids occupied and engaged while visiting this modern western Canadian city. Calgary is best known for its annual...
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Sep 23, 20237 min read
Drive the Beautiful Amalfi Coast...but only if and when you are allowed to.
Some recent changes to Italian traffic laws you will need to consider if contemplating driving this stunning, yet challenging, coastal...
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Sep 19, 20239 min read
How to Upgrade your Travel Experience
Our choice of credit cards that we have used to get free hotel stays, upgrades to business class, and more. February 2024: This post has...
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Sep 16, 20233 min read
Dining at a Michelin Restaurant in Istanbul
A visit to Mikla in Türkiye's dazzling metropolis on the Bosphorus Strait This past summer I had the opportunity to spend a few nights in...
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Sep 16, 20236 min read
A Journey Through Istanbul's Street Food Delights
The city where east meets west, is a gastronomic paradise that offers a plethora of flavors and aromas. Istanbul Known as Europe's most...
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Sep 10, 20235 min read
New Travel Rules for Entry into Europe in 2025. What You Should Know About ETIAS.
Are you planning to travel to Europe in the near future? Then you need to know about the new travel rules that will go into effect in...
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Aug 23, 20237 min read
Essential Travel Tech
Some of the items that we always travel with to make life that much easier. I will continue to add items to this blog post as I...
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Jul 28, 202312 min read
Christmas Magic in Rovaniemi Finland
A midwinter adventure to Rovaniemi; a snowy wonderland within the periphery of the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland. Having grown up in...
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