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Despite all the negative connotations associated with the term “blog,” that is the technical term for what is going on here! I want the site to look cute, but more than anything I want it to be a useful tool with valuable information that can be used to plan an affordable trip and another one after that. Below you can find all the posts and articles written for your benefit. However, if you have a specific need or could benefit from a specific topic of travel, let me know! For the latest on the blog, scroll to the bottom of the page 🙂
Budget travel tips…
Maximizing your PTO! Everyone has different amounts of days allotted for PTO, and some people have a different combination of PTO days, sick days, holidays, etc. I now have a new job, but for four years I traveled around my PTO. I am going to [...]
Get the cheapest flights! Flight prices can make or break the travel budget. There are times when expensive flights can be inevitable. If you're flying from a state without an international airport (me!) to a place across the world, the price w[...]
The best and most affordable accommodations are going to vary based upon who you are traveling with and where you are going. Here is information on how I book different kinds of accommodations for different kinds of travel. Affordable[...]
Your travel guides…
Your guide to Arenal/La Fortuna! Looking for adventure, beauty, hiking, great food? You'll love this area of Costa Rica! The Arenal Volcano is incredible and the hot springs are amazing. There is a lot of entertainment to fill yours days in Aren[...]
Your guide to Manuel Antonio! Manuel Antonio was one of our favorite stops in Costa Rica. Filled with lush jungle and right on the beach, it was a hotspot for wildlife. Looking to see an abundance of monkeys and sloths? This is the place to go![...]
Your guide to Amsterdam! Amsterdam may have a stigma to it, but it has so much to offer besides cannabis (which was a bigger deal in 2017 when it wasn't legalized recreationally in many places) and other "friendly services" 🙂 The cobblestone st[...]
Your guide to Canada! I haven't ventured to eastern Canada, so I won't be throwing you specific recommendations to that part of Canada (yet). However, I HAVE ventured to Vancouver and Banff National Park, so this guide will be specific to[...]
Itineraries for you…
Creating a great itinerary just takes research and a little organization. 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 wa[...]
10 things to do in Amsterdam! Amsterdam is considered the "Venice of the North." With all of the canals, Amsterdam is truly a stunning city. Here are some recommended activities to add to your itinerary of the beautiful city. Take a walki[...]
Your itinerary to Vancouver and Banff National Park! Need the logistics of how to see both in 5 days? Then you are in the right place. As background, this trip was an extension of the beginning of my parents Yellowstone/Grand Teton trip. We drov[...]
There is so much to see and do in Vancouver. You could fill a week up exploring Vancouver and the surrounding area. Therefore, know what is available to do before you go!Side note: I definitely recommend renting a bike to see a lot of Vancouver.[...]
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