Traveling Overseas — Here are a few saving tips: Groupon This is not restricted only to the U.S.A. It is available in many countries around the world and you can book your discounted meals, sightseeing tours, and other activities online. Just check the availability in the country you are traveling to and get ready to …
Mom, I want to thank you for allowing me to be your travel partner in all your adventures. This journey has not only increased my knowledge of the world around me but has made me tolerant of other cultures. I am delighted that we are sharing these adventures with others through this blog. There is …
Ever looked around at the airport and wondered why travelers are just zipping through TSA or processing their re-entry into the U.S. at their kiosk while you are waiting endlessly on line? Well, I was in your shoe once and decided that there must be a better and easier way. It’s called TSA Pre-Check and …
Jamaica is synonymous with Reggae Music, Jerk Cuisine, Pristine beaches, a year-long tropical climate, and a “No Problem” culture. It is also my birthplace and so it is obvious that I have experienced most of the activities the island has to offer. My daughter first visited at 3 months old to be introduced to the …
“Let’s Go Together It Will Be Alright” – Jamaica (Multiple Trips) Read More »
DREAMS LAS MAREAS-ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT & SPA HOTEL So, here we are in Costa Rica! This was a detour from Dubai, which was our first choice. On a whim, I called up a tour company I never used before and they offered this destination. This all-inclusive family-friendly resort is in the Guanacaste region. The closest airport …
“Follow Your Dreams” – Guanacaste, Costa Rica, April, 2017 Read More »
DUBAI Who would have thought that a small fishing settlement could be transformed into sky-towering buildings and man-made islands (Palm Jebel Ali, Palm Deira, and Palm Jumeirah)? Well—this is Dubai! We normally do independent travel, but decided to use a tour company for this trip and it was so worth it. We were in awe …
“Explore the Jewels of the U.A.E.” — Dubai/Abu Dhabi — April, 2019 Read More »
This locale wasn’t on my near-term bucket list. However, my friend’s wedding changed that. I must say this is the longest plane trip I have taken since traveling. New York to Seoul, Korea (15 hrs); layover in Seoul (2 hrs.); Seoul to Manila (4 hrs.); Manila to Caticlan (1 hr.). A ferry to Shangri-La Hotel-Boracay, …
“Exotic Destination Wedding” – Boracay, Philippines – January 2018 Read More »
I fell in love with this area in 1999. So, I wanted to let my daughter experience it as well. The popular towns that make up Costa del Sol are Malaga (the Capital) Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Mijas, Fuengirola, Puerto Banus, and Marbella. It is very easy to travel between towns either on foot or by train. …
Ports of Call: – Venice, Bari, Corfu, Santorini, Kusadasi, Piraeus (Athens), Katakolon Bari, Italy Before this cruise, I never heard of Bari. Visited the Basilica of Saint Nicholas and the Bari Cathedral in the old town. Just being able to stand on landmarks that are 300+ years old with some remnants still intact is just …
8- Day Greece & Turkey Cruise – Royal Caribbean (July 2012) Read More »
My daughter was just 3 years old when we took this cruise (her first). I had my reservations about this, but she proved me wrong by demonstrating that she was on her way to being a world cruiser. The kids club won her over. Ports of call: Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Maarten, St. Thomas …