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Spring Break On a Budget

Thinking about taking a grown-up (or family-friendly) Spring Break trip? Believe it or not, you can make it affordable. Because Spring Break can vary between early-March to mid-April, there are a good 6 weeks when things are more expensive than normal. 


Unfortunately, Spring is a great time to travel, because the weather is warm, but not too warm and most kids are still in school, so the crowds are small if you avoid typical Spring Break destinations like Miami and Cancun. So, let's take...

Review: Packable Lightweight Boots from Arcopédico

If you've been reading for a while, then you know I tend to travel in the off season, which usually means Spring, but mostly means Autumn. Packing for colder months can be challenging, because you need warmer clothes, which tend to take up more space in your carry-on. When you're trying to pack light, this is annoying, because you probably want to bring boots. Boots are bulky, but also the worst footwear for long-haul flights. Arcopédico is here to help you out.

Arcopédico makes a wonderful li...

Getting More From Your Hotel Budget

There are plenty of things to consider when finding a place to stow your belongings and close your eyes at night. Price may be the biggest factor for you, but that doesn't mean the less you pay the worse your stay. There are plenty of budget and moderate hotels that offer wonderful service and surroundings if you know where and how to look. It's important to weigh all your options when deciding on where to sleep. Does it have a restaurant? Is it close to fun activities? Is it convenient to pu...

Top Tips For First Time Travelers

If you’ve never traveled before then, it can be a mixture of emotions when it comes to going on your first adventure. So what are the best tips for first-time travelers when you’ve booked your first adventure?
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Listen To RecommendationsIf anyone you know has been to your destination before, ask and listen to their recommendations. Going to a new place is a little daunting, so it’s good to have some advice from someone who has already been. Get tips on where to visit and where to sta...

How to Travel With Kids

Traveling with kids is not always easy or cheap, but you can make it a bit easier on yourself by planning ahead. No last-minute packing or planning, because it can definitely mean the difference between a great flight and a terrible one. I can help you save money and sanity on all your future family travels. Here are just a few ways to make the most of your trips and keep everyone as happy as possible.



Tell Them What to Expect 
Kids are super-adaptable, but it does help to explain thin...

Useful Budget Travel Tips Infographic

We all like to travel on a budget. Even Marriott knows it. Sometimes a few key tips and tricks can save you a ton on your vacation and the following infographic gives you a handful of the best ideas on how to change your travel style a bit to make your trip more budget friendly.


What are some of your favorite ways to save money on your trips? One of mine is finding free activities. 

Relax with a Staycation

Sometimes you just need to get away. Unfortunately, it's not always in the budget. I travel 3-5 weeks a year and it's not always enough. I get it. During those times you can get a few days off, but you can't afford to get on a plane for a full-blown getaway, you can give yourself the gift of a relaxing and fun staycation. 

Staycations are great, because you can make one fit into any budget you have. Here are my tops tips for a staycation that rocks.
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Malaysia Can Be Magical If You Know Where To Go

There are so many beautiful places for you to visit if you are going to be taking a trip to Malaysia. Unfortunately, not many people take the time to come to this amazing place, but they should because there are some truly fantastic sites to see. Malaysia is a magical place to visit if you know where to go, otherwise it could be a bit of a hard place to navigate. So, take a look at this guide for some of the best places to visit in Malaysia and make it a trip to remember.
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Things Not To Pack In Your Carry-On

I talk a lot about what you should pack and how to pack it, but some things you don't think are weird may get you stopped at security and your bag flagged. Not that they won't check it and let you go, which has always been my experience, but there was a thread in a Facebook group I'm in about those things you may pack that will look wonky on the x-ray and may get you stopped.

On my last trip, I was stopped and my bag searched because I had a bag of laundry detergent that had to be tested. That...

How To Stay Organized When You Work And Travel At The Same Time

Working while you travel is a great way to make your trips more affordable and stay on the move all of the time, but there is a big downside. Organizing your work while you’re traveling around can be incredibly difficult and if everything is a bit of a mess, your work is going to suffer. But there are some easy ways that you can keep things in order while you travel. These are some of the best ways to stay organized when you’re working and traveling at the same time.
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