This inexpensive, easy-to-use digital luggage scale has probably saved me a lot of money in overweight bag fees over the years, and has certainly paid for itself many times over. Weighing our luggage is always the last thing I do before leaving home for the airport. It brings peace of mind knowing exactly what our luggage […]
Know someone who loves to travel? Great last-minute gift certificate idea
December 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Viator has gift certificates! Know someone who will be going on a cruise? Great Christmas or Honeymoon gift idea. These certificates can be used to purchase any of the thousands of things to do on Viator.com. Gift certificates are available in all Viator currencies: US, Australian and Canadian dollars, British Pounds and Euros. For those […]
Is an all inclusive resort right for your vacation?
November 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Found a interesting article about all-inclusive resorts on another travel blog (Chris Around the World). The author, Chris Gray Faust, won a 2010 Lowell Thomas writing award for travel blogging, is the former travel editor at USA Today. To briefly summarize her article, an all-inclusive resort is recommended if you want to go on a vacation mainly to […]
The Legend of Rose Hall Great House
October 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
For those of you planning to visit Secrets Wild Orchid or Secrets St. James Montego Bay over the next few weeks, there is one Jamaican attraction you won’t want to miss – the Rose Hall Great House. In anticipation of Halloween, forget visiting a make-believe haunted house, this eerie mansion set on a beautiful plantation is […]
Jamaica’s Airports Launch VIP Experiences
September 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Travelers to Jamaica’s Sangster International Airport and Norman Manley International Airport are in for the VIP treatment. VIP Attractions has launched two VIP airport services for travelers to Jamaica: Club Kingston and Club MoBay. These airport experiences offer travelers access to VIP lounges while at the airport, similar to American Airlines’ Admiral’s Club. The lounge has […]
Cruises Are Wonderful, but All-Inclusive Resorts Provide Stress Free Vacations
August 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Cruises are wonderful–I’ve been on many and definitely plan to cruise again. But contrary to what many travelers think, cruises are not all inclusive. Yes, they include your stateroom, most meals (although the concept of extra-charge “premium” dining on cruises is growing by leaps and bounds), evening shows, and a wide variety of activities. They do not, […]
Smokers continue to get snuffed out on cruises
August 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Norwegian Cruise Line announced it will prohibit smoking in cabins. Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, and Princess Cruises all announced more restrictive smoking policies are on tap. Norwegian’s smoking policy already prohibits lighting up in all indoor spaces except the casino, where ashtrays and appropriate signage are displayed. Cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking will still […]
Secrets St. James Montego Bay Trip Report
July 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Review by my daughter Brittany after her June 2011 honeymoon to Secrets St. James. Check in at Columbus airport smooth and uneventful. Upon arrival in Montego Bay, we easily located the Apple Vacations rep waiting near the airport exit. Because I booked a Secrets Resort using Apple Vacations, we got non-stop transfer, although it was […]
One Option to Avoid High International Roaming Charges
July 2, 2011 by 1 Comment
Do you want to avoid or reduce international roaming bills? …have an unlocked GSM phone to use with an international SIM card? …need a new unlocked cell phone with an international SIM card already installed? …rarely travel abroad and just want cell phone service for your upcoming trip? OneSimCard is International Cell Phone Service provider […]
The Value of Travel Insurance–It’s a Must Have
February 18, 2011 by 3 Comments
Since 1992, I have sailed on many cruises and enjoyed many trips to the Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas, and Jamaica. I would not even consider traveling without travel insurance. Please take a minute to scan these articles below if you decide to travel WITHOUT travel insurance. Bankruptcy court approves Windstar Cruises sale U.S. Urges Avoiding Travel […]
