Kayak is an all purpose travel planning tool. You can use it to compare prices and options across the board: car rentals, hotels, airlines, and online travel agencies. Plus, Kayak offers deal alerts, a fare calendar, and MyTrips (itinerary planning feature). It works on most mobiles, including iPhones and Androids devices. Most people don’t realize that Kayak offers travel packages… Read More
Travel Tip: Hotel Tonight
Travelers can score up to 70% off the normal rate on a hotel room using this handy app. How great is that? And you can make a last minute decision, which suits “it’s about the journey not the destination” type travelers to a tee. Or for those who have had an unexpected change of plans. Another great thing is the… Read More
Travel Tip #2: AirBnB
Most of us have heard of AirBnB but some of you may not know exactly what it is. Since its launch in 2007, this travel company has taken off. It now has a network of owner-owned rooms, apartments, and houses totaling roughly two million listings. Properties are available in close to 200 countries. Options range from basic bedrooms to castles…. Read More
Travel Tip #1: TripIt.com
Do you know about TripIt? What a great travel tool! You make your travel reservations and then let TripIt do the rest. It’s an app that organizes all your travel information into one place. This includes all travel documents, such as your e-tickets, flight information, confirmations, reservations, and itinerary. And TripIt sends you real-time alerts throughout your trip so if… Read More
Attention! What You Need to Know About Traveling To Antarctica
Looking for a real adventure? Are you seeking somewhere off the beaten path? How about Antarctica? I thought it might be nice during these dog days of summer to talk about a cool destination. And if you’re interested in going you need to start planning now. One of my favorite travel experiences (and definitely most memorable) has been Antarctica. If… Read More
The 1980s Are Back!
Where in the world: 7-night (1980s) Theme Cruise Book by: Until Sold Out Departure Dates: February 11 – 18, 2017 Cost: $1,750pp and up Why I Like It: It’s all about the 80s–one of the greatest decades of all time. Life was a party. Big hair. Big fun. Big music. Every night aboard the Celebrity Summit will feature a live… Read More