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
My Five Favorite Cheap Cruise Hacks
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
Best Cruises for Value, Families & Adventure
Time to book your cruise! January – March is when most cruises are booked, regardless of departure date. That’s because this is “wave season,” which is when cruise lines and consolidators offer their very best deals. It’s also when most folks are knee (or at least ankle) deep in snow and an exotic cruise is most appealing! But there are… Read More
How To Get Cheap Drinks On Cruises Secrets Revealed
Loyalty programs are a good way to get free or discounted beverages but most cruise lines require a significant amount of points or days at sea with them before you qualify. 2. If your package includes shipboard credits you can apply those towards beverages. 3. On board events provide free booze, such as a formal night captain’s party, art auctions,… Read More
Best Spring Break Tips You Will Read This Year
It’s less than six weeks until Spring Break and Easter (March 27, 2016). That means it’s time to get serious about your travel planning. So where is the best place to go this year? For years, the top destinations remain pretty much the same and they are Las Vegas, Key West, South Padre Island (TX), Daytona Beach, Myrtle Beach (SC), Miami… Read More
Central America Adventure
Where in the world: 5-day Best of Guatemala Book by: December 5 Departure Dates: January 22 & February 6 or 19, 2016 with some additional dates available Jan-March Cost: $499pp Why I Like It: The price, for one thing. This is $1,600 less per person than normal rate. The itinerary and inclusions are pretty swell too. We’re talking about roundtrip… Read More