I live for adventure travel. I love American road trips. I’m crazy about Africa. I write about adventures in America and Africa—and share lots of cheap travel tips too!
If you’re thinking about it or definitely planning on renting a vacation property this summer, here are ten things you need to know: Read the fine print. Make sure you understand what you’re agreeing to in regards to security deposits, refunds, surcharges/fees, etc. Trash. Be clear about what to do with the trash. Is there a dumpster? Are you expected… Read More
If you’ve heard about the long lines at airports and are thinking that you should apply for TSA Pre-Check or Global Entry, think again. Transportation Security Administration’s expedited traveler service is backlogged. Big time! In fact, the number of applicants has more than tripled in the last few months. We’re talking about 16,000 applicants a day! It can take weeks… Read More
Where in the world: 6-day Cartegena Book by: Until Sold Out Departure Dates: Select Departure Dates Cost: $1,227pp Why I Like It: This is a good price for five nights in a four-star luxury resort (Estelar Grand Playa Manzanillo). Plus, this price includes round-trip airfare and transfers, as well as all watersports and entertainment. Also included in this price is… Read More
So one of the biggest expenses we all face on vacation is lodging. How can you score the lowest fare on a hotel room? Here are my best suggestions: Book directly with the hotel. Do not book online or call the 800# as goes to central reservations and they have NO authority to negotiate rates. However, an individual property has… Read More
Where in the world: 8-day Cape Town Adventure Book by: Until Sold Out Departure Dates: August 11 – September 30 2016 Cost: $1,999pp Why I Like It: Duh! It’s Cape Town, which has been consistently voted #1 destination in the world by travelers and leading travel publications. I can personally attest to how great it is. It is the heart… Read More
Folks always seem surprised when I say that I love cruises. I guess they think that adventure gal doesn’t like being pampered. Not so! I love it! The best part about cruises is that you travel as you’re sleeping, eating, or being entertained. Also, you don’t have to pack and regroup every night or two. Plus, most cruise ships these… Read More
Terrance Zepke studied Journalism at the University of Tennessee and later received a Master's Degree in Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. She has studied Parapsychology at the renowned Rhine Research Center. She began her career as a freelance writer and photographer, ... [ Read more ]When you sign up below, you’ll receive a FREE copy of my 232-page Adventure Travel book, plus ‘My Fifty Favorite Cheap Travel Tips Report’!
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