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My Pack Wizard
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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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Jan 13, 20235 min read
How to Stay Connected while Traveling: eSims are the Key.
Cellular Data, overseas international phone, eSim cards
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Dec 18, 20229 min read
How to Prepare for your Upcoming Trip.
A guide to help plot out the tasks you need to do before you leave. Planning a trip can take a lot of preparation but don't forget about...
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Dec 6, 20225 min read
The challenges of keeping smaller tummies happy when traveling and, better yet, a solution.
The Challenges Faced I am quite certain every parent can relate to the frustration of trying to feed a picky eater. This can be...
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Nov 8, 20227 min read
Trusted Traveler Programs, Is TSA Pre-Check or Global Entry best for you?
A look at what each offers and some tips on how to expedite your interview process. Re-issued August 2024 to include CLEAR information....
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Aug 20, 20222 min read
Welcome to My Pack Wizard!!
Introduction to the My Pack wizard philosophy.
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