Love them or hate them. That seems to be the consensus with those that have used packing cubes. However, if you are unaware of how to use packing cubes efficiently, then this post is for you! First, let me tell you that I am NOT a light packer. I wish we could just take carry-ons,…
How is it there are so many coffee houses in Vienna? Is it the coffee or is it the conversation that people come for? On my visit to this truly remarkable city, I decided to investigate what some people think are the best cafes in Vienna. Staying at the Park Hyatt hotel, the concierge gave…
You finally decided you want to take the plunge and plan a trip using miles and points. You have heard others do it. Even read online about ‘travel hacking’ your way to (almost) free vacations. But, where do you begin? This guide will walk you through exactly that. It will show you the steps I…
In a quest to put my Hyatt Globalist status to the best use possible, our trip to Italy and Spain included two stays at Park Hyatt’s using my Suite Upgrade awards. A girl can really get used to this type of luxury! This Park Hyatt Milan review is the first hotel review of our trip,…
Stolen backpack? Check. Fined? Yep. Credit cards denied? Of course! After 3 trips to Italy, we have lived it all. We seem to have ample ‘learning opportunities’ with each adventure. However, that does not stop us from wanting to visit again – we just need to be smarter! Learn from us – use these Italy…
There are so many places I want to take my daughter and explore as a family. Traveling with kids makes you see the lighter side of travel. Why not see Milan with kids? Instead of museum hopping, why not gelato hop and find the best flavor? Even pigeon-chasing pictures make for a good laugh (and I…
The ultimate list of best things to do in London with kids. Enjoy free and paid attractions. Educational and whimsy. See the best London has to offer. Traveling to London with kids is often easier than other parts of Europe namely because the kids can understand and read the language. I can honestly say I…
Do you dream of taking your family to Europe? Do you worry about the expense? What if I showed you how to travel hack a family trip to Prague and London for under $1200? Quick Step Guide to Travel Hacking Prague and London: 1. Calculate air miles needed (60K RT per person in peak season,…
Do you worry about how to keep your family healthy when traveling? Do you worry about them getting sick before vacation? Here are 7 ways to stay healthy while traveling. NOTE: This post was updated on April 11, 2019. With the amount of traveling we do, staying healthy is always at the forefront of my…
Miles and points. Once you start doing it, you’re hooked. Always looking for the best way to get somewhere inexpensively. This is the life of airline miles, hotel points, transferrable currency and cash back credit cards. First things first. The number one rule: You cannot carry a balance on these cards. Ever. Why not? Because…
Do you crave more space in a hotel room beside a room with two beds? Wish you had a larger refrigerator so you didn’t have to go out to eat all the time? Enjoy the amenities of a large scale resort? You may want to look into timeshares. I don’t mean buying a timeshare (unless…