North America - Work on Monday Travels

Las Vegas, Nevada

November 23, 2024

The Sphere in Las Vegas: Everything you Need to Know about Visiting!

The Sphere in Las Vegas is the new, shiny toy in Las Vegas. You can see the immersive bubble from your plane as you fly into Vegas and it looks enticing! So, is it worth it? And if you decide to go, what should you expect? About the Sphere in Las VegasLocation of the SphereShows at The SpherePostcards from EarthU2 Immersive Concert SeriesLive ConcertsWhat you Should Know Before Going to the SphereIs this Different than a 3D or Virtual Reality Show?Is the Sphere in las Vegas Worth the Cost?F[...]

New York City

North America, Packing Guides

October 5, 2024

What to Wear in New York in December: Everything you Need to Pack!

Heading to NYC for Christmas? Need to know what to wear in New York in December? Here are suggestions for coats, tops, bottoms shoes. and more that you should pack for a New York City Christmas! Weather in NYC in DecemberWhat to Wear in New York in December: Coats and JacketsTops to Pack for NYC in DecemberBottoms: Jeans, Leggings, SKirts?Shoes to Keep you WalkingLayers? How many Do You Need?Additional Outwear: Are Gloves and Scarves Necessary?What to Wear in New York in December Recap[...]

New York City

North America, Travel Planning

September 2, 2024

Hudson River Cruise with Big City Tourism: Everything you Need to Know!

If you are headed to New York City, you are going to want to see the Manhattan cityscape from outside of Manhattan. A great way to do this is by taking a Hudson River cruise! We toured with Big City Tourism and recommend the trip! So, here is everything you need to know about taking the cruise with them! About Big City TourismWhere to Meet for the Hudson River CruiseRoute of the Hudson River CruiseWhat to Expect to See on the Hudson River CruiseWhat Side of the Boat Should you Pick?!Sunset o[...]

space needle from rooftop of the mediterranean inn

Seattle

North America, Travel Planning

August 24, 2024

A Great Hotel Near Seattle Cruise Port: Where to Stay Before for an Alaskan Cruise!

Need a hotel near Seattle cruise port? Going on an Alaskan cruise and wondering where you should stay the night before? If you've been searching, you've probably realized hotels in Seattle during cruise season are NOT cheap. I compared hotel prices to AirBNB/VRBO prices and found that the prices turned out to be about the same. So, here is a good hotel option for you due to its proximity to the port, shuttle availability and, the most convenient thing, proximity to the Safeway grocery store[...]

Skagway, Alaska

North America, Travel Planning

August 18, 2024

White Pass Summit Bus Tour in Skagway: Everything you Need to Know!

You need to visit White Pass Summit while you are in Skagway! Taking an excursion to the summit is a great way to explore the mountains of Skagway if you visiting via cruise and don't have a vehicle. A popular way to do this is via the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway. However, another great, cheaper option is to visit is via bus tour! About White Pass SummitBus Tour vs Train RideWhich Bus Tour Company to Use?Which Tour to Take?Everything to Know about the Klondike TourTimeline of the Tou[...]

Ornaments at Radio City Music Hall in NYC at Christmas, New York Christmas Weekend

North America, Travel Planning

October 29, 2023

How Much Does an NYC Christmas Weekend Really Cost?

There is really no secret recipe to visiting New York City at Christmas on a budget. It is the busiest and most popular time to visit NYC and with that comes inflated prices. However, NYC at Christmas really is magical and worth a visit; so what does an NYC Christmas weekend cost? Here you will find: Cost of FlightsHotel CostsCost of Food/DrinksCost of TransportationOur Total NYC Christmas Weekend CostHow to Decrease your NYC Christmas Weekend CostHotelsFoodTransportationActivitiesN[...]

New York City

Itineraries, North America

October 1, 2023

A first-Timers New York Christmas Weekend!

Haven't been to New York City, but interested in experiencing NYC at Christmas? It can be an expensive item to mark off the bucket-list, so a great way to do it without breaking the bank is to have a New York Christmas weekend! Here is a great way for first-timers to spend 48 hours in NYC and maximize your Christmas experience! Here you will get: Getting to NYC and Into the CityWhere to stayA New York Christmas Weekend; 48-Hour Itinerary!New York Christmas Weekend: FridayCentral ParkWalk Dow[...]

New River Gorge, West Virginia, fall US road trip

United States

Itineraries, North America

September 4, 2023

A Fall US Road Trip (That isn’t New England)!

The United States can really do fall foliage well. I know New England can burst into 50 shades of yellow, red and orange like no one else. HOWEVER, it isn't the only place that comes to life with color! AND, there are many places that have the color without the crowds and the prices of New England. So, if you are looking for a fall US ROAD TRIP (you won't be staying still long!) that includes 4 national parks, take this route: Fall US Road Trip IntroDay 1: Mammoth Cave National ParkMorning/A[...]

Cancun, Mexico

North America, Travel Planning

July 28, 2023

Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour: Everything you Need to Know!

If you are headed to Cancun and want to see the bluest waters there, take an Isla Mujeres catamaran tour! Waters near Cancun's hotels can be hit-or-miss; some are beautiful and some look like a murky lake 🙃. Isla Mujeres is a SMALL island, only about 4.3 miles long and less than a third of a mile wide. However, what its lacking in size, it makes up for in pristine beaches and clear, blue waters 😍 Here is everything you should know before taking the tour, including: Tour LogisticsTour T[...]

Utah

Itineraries, North America

July 16, 2023

How to Have the Best 7 Day Utah Road Trip!

Planning a 7 day Utah road trip? I'm not here to tell you what to do, but I'm saying if you follow these rules you are going to have an epic Utah road trip! This is one of the most FUN trips we have had, including US AND international trips we've taken! Loads of people do the same thing each year, so there is a ton of information out there regarding road-trips through Utah. However, I am here to thoroughly explain what we loved about this trip and why it is high on our "top trip" lists! To[...]