For months, I looked forward to a December trip to Dallas, Texas and the warm, sunny temperatures sure to greet me. As luck (bad luck is luck too) would have it, the Dallas area got walloped by a fierce ice storm that shut down the airport, the mall, restaurants and — well — the whole […]
Cheap family vacations insider tip: Visit public parks!
When planning a vacation to major cities like New York or San Francisco, famous public parks fall naturally into the vacation plan. Can you imagine visiting Manhattan without seeing Central Park? Or my favorite, Bryant Park! In San Francisco, The Presidio and the Yoda Statue rank up there with Golden Gate Park and its famous […]
How to select a professional pet sitter
Traveling with pets is great, but it’s not always an option. Don’t worry! You don’t have to cancel your travel plans if you can’t take your pets with you. In fact, overnight pet sitting is a great alternative, sometimes better, for pets and their people. How to find professional pet sitters Professional pet sitters are […]
Dog friendly vacations: Complete guide to a pet friendly road trip
Family travel with dogs is becoming more popular, especially for road trips. Leash free dog parks are popping up along highways, like the new Benson Dog Park on I-95 in central NC! But, before you take off, it’s important to make sure you have the best dog travel equipment and accessories for a successful, pet […]
Hotel Perks…beyond the free breakfast!
Family vacation can be pretty pricey, and lodging takes up a big chunk of the cost! So, picking hotels with the best perks helps you make the most of every dollar you spend. One of my favorites is the Embassy Suites free happy hour, especially if traveling for work. I can mingle with other business […]
DC Metro: A beginner’s guide
Growing up in a small town, and claiming small towns as home most of my life, I have always found metro systems and subways intimidating. But, on a trip to Washington back in 2004, I decided enough was enough. I was going to tackle the DC Metro. And not only that, I was going to […]
Holiday Travel: Family traditions for modern families
This post is sponsored by Gulf Shores & Orange Beach to encourage people to #KeepOnSummering. All opinions are 100% mine. Growing up, our family holidays were quite traditional. People back in the 1960s and 1970s didn’t move around like we do today, so we’d pile in the car and head over the river and through the […]
Planning vacation to make it happen!
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. I’ve been writing about travel for more than five years, and one issue that comes up again and again is that people just can’t get away for a “real family vacation” anymore. One of the biggest issues cited is the pile up once people get back to […]
Budget travel: Save with CityPASS
One of my favorite ways to save on travel is using savings booklets or multi-attraction tickets. If you shop BJs or Sam’s Club, you’re already familiar with this idea — buy in bulk and save! One of my favorites is the CityPASS program. For more than 19 years, savvy travelers who want to visit a destination’s […]
Best tips for travel in peak season
A popular vacation tip is to travel in the off season to avoid crowds and high prices. And, it’s a great tip most of the time. “Shoulder season,” that period just before and after prime season is a great way to save. But, travel in the off season isn’t always practical. Love to ski? You need […]