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It's Time to Hit the Road

Now that the warmer weather is here (for a lot of places), it's time to start planning your road trips. I mean, I love it when I can hop on a plane and arrive at my destination hours later, but nothing beats a great road trip with stops along the way that make it fun and memorable. As a child, our family packed up the car an awful lot. Of course, I am an only child, so there was no sharing the back seat or fighting with siblings. I'm not sure if that made it more or less fun, but I always had...

Can Travel Make Your Life Better?

Of course it does, but why? And what places make up peoples' top wish list destinations? There are hardly many things I would choose to do if travel were also an option. Obviously, paying bills is important, but saving to travel the world is right up there on my must do list. Here's what others had to say:
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Would you rather stay at home than travel if  you had the chance and money to do so?

10 Summer Staycation Ideas for Kids

Summer is coming, and if you have kids, you can't really travel for the three months they have off. First of all, you probably have a job. Second, you don't have bottomless pockets. The one thing for sure is that no matter what happens over the summer, there will be a time when you hear those dreaded words: I'm boooooorrred. Urg! You hear it echoing in your head already, right? As an adult you think "If you don't go outside to play and keep yourself busy, there's plenty of stuff ins...

Summer Travel on Any Budget

I know there are many of you dreading summer break, because it means that the little ones (and not so little ones) are anxious to get out of the house and have some fun and summer travel is not cheap. Well, I have your answer! For less than a buck, you can be in possession of tips that can potentially save you hundreds of dollars. Sounds good, right? While it’s just a taste of what is offered in my full book, this 24 page eBook will give you the secrets to unlocking discounts for summer...

Where to Spend Memorial Day 2015

The coming long weekend is already predicted to be the most crowded on the road in the last decade. An estimated 33 million travelers will be hitting the highways to get to their destinations this year. On the bright side, we'll be facing some of the lowest gas prices in the past few years, but there will also be a lot of people who are facing break-downs and flat tires, so make sure you've gotten your car checked out and you have roadside assistance on-hand for your trip.
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Review: Insulated Stainless Steel Bottles by Laken

When I travel, I always have a water bottle with me. It’s important to keep hydrated, especially in the warmer months and in the drying air of plane travel. Summer brings road trips, theme park visits and tons of travel, which means you’re going to need to keep some water with you more often. You know what sucks? When you’ve carried that bottle for like an hour and it’s already warm and blah. Yuck! I know when I’m wandering around Disney, it’s usually in the hot sun, which means even if I fre...

Summer is Coming, Travel Wisely

Are you planning your summer vacation yet? If you can avoid going during this premium time, it'll be better for your wallet, but I know that a lot of us get caught up in the excitement of the good weather and want to get outta town. Am I right? Generally, I try to travel outside of peak times, but we'll be hitting up Las Vegas again in July. You'd think it would be crazy-busy during that time, but because it's so hot, it's really manageable. If you're looking for a less crowded destinati...

Because A La Cart Airline Fees Suck

Pack light. You can save up to $35 each way by not checking bags. Make sure you can mix and match your clothing to be able to take less and still maximize your look...

Review: Chloe Hoodie from SCOTTeVEST

You guys! I have found the hoodie you'll want to live in. It's so cozy and warm and even carries everything you need in it, so you can leave your purse at home and stay organized and safe on vacation. SCOTTeVEST started with their many-pocketed travel vests for men and women, but have branched out into more outerwear that you can wear everywhere you go. This Chloe hoodie is both adorable and flattering, plus it keeps all the stuff you carry with you close at hand in hidden pockets. There's al...

That Time I Ate at 20 Food Trucks

It's no secret that I seek out food trucks and carts wherever I go, but I usually only eat at one a day. This week I attended Portland's annual food truck festival, Eat Mobile. This has become a regular outing for me each April, because I don't often go across town to eat, and when I do, it's usually because I've got a specific restaurant in mind or I'm antique shopping. Portland is widely known as being a top destination for food trucks, and there's hardly anyplace in the city where you won'...