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Secret Ingredient That Repels Mosquitoes

Secret Ingredient That Repels Mosquitoes

Summer is great. Pool parties. Beach trips. Camping and cookouts. And mosquitoes! These days you have to worry about more than itchy, irritating bites. Mosquitoes can carry deadly diseases, such as malaria, yellow fever, and Zika. The best way to protect yourself is to always apply a good insect repellent before any outdoor activities. Mosquitos are present day and night,… Read More

Filed Under: Terrance Talks Travel Tagged With: Beaches, Caribbean, SUMMER VACATION, Travel, travel tips

Best Tour of the Lowcountry: Charleston, Savannah & St. Augustine

Best Tour of the Lowcountry: Charleston, Savannah & St. Augustine

Where in the world: 7-day Heart of the Lowcountry (Charleston, SC; Savannah, GA; Beaufort, SC; and St. Augustine, FL) Book by: July 10 Departure Dates: September ’16 – December ’17 Cost: $999pp Why I Like It: This is a good price for all that’s included and a great way to see the heart of the Lowcountry. I may be prejudice… Read More

Filed Under: Trip Pick of the Week Tagged With: American Travel, Carolina, Tours

Do Not Book a Vacation Rental Until You Read This Post!

Do Not Book a Vacation Rental Until You Read This Post!

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

Filed Under: Terrance Talks Travel Tagged With: Accommodations

TRAVEL NEWS: It’s Too Late To Join TSA Pre-Check!

TRAVEL NEWS: It’s Too Late To Join TSA Pre-Check!

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

Filed Under: Air Travel, General Travel, Terrance Talks Travel, Travel Accessories, Apps & Resources Tagged With: Flying

Cheap Cartegena

Cheap Cartegena

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

Filed Under: Cheap Travel Tips, Lodging & Resorts, Terrance Talks Travel Tagged With: Budget Travel, Cheap Travel, Resort Vacations

Clever & Cheap Hotel Hacks

Clever & Cheap Hotel Hacks

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

Filed Under: Cheap Travel Tips, Lodging & Resorts, Terrance Talks Travel Tagged With: Accommodations, Budget Travel, Cheap Travel, travel tips

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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 ]

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