Driving in Scotland: Not so Terrible After All
I was absolutely terrified to drive in Scotland! The thought of driving on the left made my head dizzy! My daughter and I were headed to Scotland for her graduation trip and we decided that
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The Costly Currency Mistake Travelers Keep Making
A surprisingly expensive mistake many overseas travelers make is choosing the wrong currency when paying by card. You’re at a shop, restaurant, or ATM abroad, and the terminal asks: “Pay in local currency or in
Read More »Expect the Unexpected: What to Do When Your Vacation Hits a Snag
Things can and do go wrong while traveling. So, what should you do when they do? What if you miss your flight? Your tour is canceled? The hotel can’t find your reservation? You get hurt
Read More »Fascinating Holiday Traditions You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
I love hearing about Christmas traditions from different parts of the world and even from different families. For example, in my brother’s family, one of their traditions was the Christmas pickle. They would hide
Read More »The Early Bird vs. The Spontaneous Traveler: Booking Your Flights
Booking airline tickets can feel like a game of strategy, where timing is everything. Whether you're a planner or a spontaneous traveler, finding the right moment to click "book" can make a big difference in
Read More »Savoring the World One Bite at a Time
Do you enjoy discovering regional foods wherever you travel? This is one of my favorite things to do. Each destination I visit, I like to try their local cuisine. Most of the time the food
Read More »7-Day Scotland Itinerary for First Timers
First time traveling to Scotland? Me too! My daughter and I are going to Scotland for her Senior Trip. I am putting together a 7-day itinerary that highlights the best places to visit for
Read More »Navigating Europe’s New Travel Requirements: A Guide to ETA, ETIAS, and EES
If you're planning a trip to the United Kingdom from the United States, there's an important update you need to be aware of. Europe is implementing several new entry requirements. The first (EES) is in
Read More »7 Mistakes First-timers Make on European Trains and How to Avoid Them
My family and I traveled by train through Europe, it was an adventure for sure! We learned a lot of tips and made our fair share of mistakes along the way. Here is what I
Read More »What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance
What exactly is travel insurance? Why should I buy travel insurance? Is it really worth the money? These are common questions travelers may have about travel insurance. Let’s go through each of these to help
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