Note: “small” ships means any vessel carrying 1,599 or fewer passengers and “big” ships are any ships with a passenger capacity of 1,600 or more. Big Ships Number of Passengers Pro: If you’re someone who doesn’t mind a crowd, a big ship is the place to do it. With some ships — like those in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class —… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Iceland
Where in the world: ICELAND Book by: See Cost Departure Dates: Nov ’14 – March ‘15 Cost: $849 (if booked by 8/27) or $899 if booked by 10/7) Why I Like It: I love Iceland! It was so different than I expected and has something for all types of travelers. It has world class nightlife and restaurants and adventure activities…. Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Affordable Asia
Where in the world: Beijing & Shanghai (8-night) Book by: August 20, 2014 Departure Dates: Nov ’14 and Jan – Feb ’15 (with some additional dates available) Cost: $999 Why I Like It: This price includes roundtrip air from U.S. (New York or Houston or L.A.) to Beijing and from Shanghai to the U.S. and includes internal flight from Beijing… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Inexpensive Ireland
Where in the world: Dublin, Ireland (5-day) Book by: Until sold out Departure Dates: Nov – Feb ‘15 Cost: $799 Why I Like It: This is a great getaway. It’s just a seven-hour flight from NY to Dublin. This package includes air and hotel (four nights in centrally located Maldron Cardiff Lane Hotel or Academy Plaza Hotel) and all local… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Affordable Alaska Cruise
Where in the world: Alaska Cruise (8d/7n) Book by: August 12, 2014 Departure Dates: September 12 and 20, 2015 Cost: $599pp Why I Like It: Hello, did you see the pricetag? A week-long Alaska cruise with all meals, entertainment, and more included at such a sweet price (roughly $1,000pp off regular price). The price breaks down to less than $85… Read More
Terrance’s Trip Pick of the Week
Where in the world: Turkey (11-day) Book by: August 13 Departure Dates: Nov – April ‘15 Cost: $1,399 Why I Like It: Turkey is one of the few places I’ve never been to, so there’s that. Plus, there is a lot to see and do. This price includes round-trip international air from New York to Istanbul, 11 nights in 4… 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, ...