travel planning

Maldives

August 5, 2023

Are the Maldives Worth It? The Travel Time and Money?

A frequently asked question is "Are the Maldives worth it?" Between the time it takes to get there and the amount of money it can take. Is it even worth it? Getting to the Maldives Is it worth the nearly 24 hours of travel? Can you entertain yourself in the Maldives? Is it worth the money? Honest opinion of the Maldives Work on Monday Travels is supported by readers and, at no cost to you, may earn commission when you book or purchase using our links. Full disclosure found here. Ge[...]

Austria

Europe, Travel Guides

June 30, 2023

Why you Need to Road Trip Austria in October!

Curios why you need to road trip Austria in October? First, why even choose Austria? It has gorgeous gorgeous alp views like Switzerland, but without the price-tag; plus great beer! Second, October is the best month to visit Austria because: Weather is awesomeFall Foliage is peakingPrices are downCrowds are minimalBelow I'll delve deep into the perfect creation that is Austria in October. I'll also convince you that renting a car and taking a road trip through Austria is the best option for s[...]

Day trip from Madrid to Toledo. View Point in Toledo

Toledo, Spain

Europe, Travel Guides

June 26, 2023

A Day Trip from Madrid to Toledo: What you Need to Know!

A day trip from Madrid to Toledo is easy and something I highly recommend adding to your Madrid itinerary! If you have Googled or Instagram-stocked Toledo, you know the city is absolutely gorgeous. With its large walls perched up on a hill plus its history as the prior capital of Spain, it boasts great views plus history. Here you get information on: How to get to Toledo from Madrid Highlights to see in your limited time in Toledo How much time you need in Toledo Cost of a day-trip to T[...]

Maldives

Asia, Travel Planning

July 18, 2022

Can you go to the Maldives without Breaking the Bank?

Is it possible to go to the Maldives without breaking the bank? It CAN be done, however, it takes some strategic planning and won't always be possible.We spent $4,000 on accommodations (breakfast and dinner included; not drinks), flights from Little Rock to Malé and our voucher (through Travelzoo) included one way transportation to the resort. Therefore, this price does not include what we spent on the island or getting back to Malé for our flight home. I'll provide that info below! So, read o[...]

View of Almudena Cathedral from the hill to the east

Madrid, Spain

Europe, Travel Planning

June 23, 2022

10 Amazing things to do in Madrid

Madrid is an amazing city! Honestly, it is one of my favorite large cities I have been to due to its cleanliness, easy navigation, friendly people and amazing culture. So, what is there to do? These are the top 10 things we did while in Madrid! View of fountain from Ayuntamiento de Madrid 1. Do a "Tapa hop" Obviously you've heard of bar hopping, but have you heard of tapa hopping? It is custom in Spain to receive free tapas, the Spanish version of American appetizers, prio[...]

Costa Rica

Central America, Packing Guides

April 16, 2022

A Complete Guide to Packing for Costa Rica!

Packing for Costa Rica was one of the hardest trips I've packed for. For one, we went in October and it was supposed to be rainy season. So in my mind, I pictured a rainy, fall day in the US. This was an ignorant mistake. 😂 I had a fear of being chilly and was overthinking things WAY too much while packing. I mean, it's tropical Central America. Therefore, I want to help ensure you have an easier time packing than I had! This packing guide will cover:What to pack for rainy seasonWhat to pac[...]

Costa Rica

Central America, Travel Guides

April 13, 2022

A Complete Guide to Costa Rica!

A guide to Costa Rica! Before you decide to read further, I'll just mention that we visited Manuel Antonio, Monteverde and Arenal/La Fortuna. If things on the Pacific coast do not correlate to things on the Caribbean coast, I am sorry 🙂.This guide to Costa Rica includes:Best time to visitWeatherCurrencyAccommodationsTransportationDetails on Car RentalsFoodSafety Best time to visit I am a BIG fan of off-season travel. I avoid crowds (or lines) at all costs. However, in Costa Rica, of[...]

Arkansas

Itineraries, Travel Planning

October 6, 2021

A Simple Way to Create a Great Itinerary on your Own!

Create a great itinerary all on your own! It just takes a little research and organization, but I am here to simplify it! I hear a lot of people talk about not traveling because they don't know where to begin to start planning a trip. Although it can be a bit time-consuming, it really can be simple!We have created nearly all of our itineraries with only a handful (😜) of hiccups. The perk of creating your own itinerary: you have the freedom to do what you want when you want. Below is our proce[...]

Travel Planning, Travel Resources

October 5, 2021

Planning an International Trip: The logistics and more!

Planning an international trip can be somewhat stressful and frustrating at times. However, it is definitely not impossible and can be easy with the right process once you choose your destination. If you are new to international travel, but are interested in starting, here are a few steps to follow to make planning more simple:Set your budgetFind affordable flightsPlan your itineraryBook your accommodationsSecure your transportationCreate a packing list and buy the necessities Pack- including d[...]

Croatia

Europe, Packing Guides

August 21, 2021

A Complete Guide to Packing for Croatia in October!

A guide to packing for Croatia in October! When you think of Croatia, you automatically think about warm, sunny summer days. However, we visited in October and had amazing weather! Our packing guide is focused on the Dalmatia region, Split and Dubrovnik, during October. Check the weather before you go! Work on Monday Travels is supported by readers and, at no cost to you, may earn commission when you book or purchase using our links. Full disclosure found he[...]

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