4/28/21Entry #1 – Six Months to Departure After a year of being ‘grounded’ and not being able to travel internationally, I decided it was time to get a trip booked and to make it a big one. Tanzania has been on my short-list of destinations for many years and I was finally able to make it happen. Given the magnitude of this trip in terms … Continue reading Journey to Tanzania
March is Women’s History Month — a time to honor the contributions of American women in all walks of life. Whenever you’re ready to travel, you can help celebrate their accomplishments by visiting national parks, museums and landmarks across the country. Seneca Falls, in upstate New York’s beautiful Finger Lakes region, holds a special place in American history. In 1848, it was the site of a gathering that launched the movement to secure women’s right … Continue reading Women’s History Inspired Travel
In August 2019 my husband (Dave), then eight-year old daughter (Natalie) and I spent four nights in London prior to boarding a cruise out of Southampton to Norway. We packed a ton of sight seeing into those three days starting on arrival day with a boat ride on the Thames to Greenwich. While on the Thames we passed under the Tower Bridge and saw many … Continue reading How a trip to London has inspired my daughter
Making a scrapbook is a great way to preserve memories of your vacation. Whether it’s electronic or can be placed on your end table, it’s creative, fun to look through, and an easy way to share your travel memories with family and friends. Whether you’re new at putting together a scrapbook or a pro, this is a good time to savor the memories of your … Continue reading Scrapbooking: Savor the Memories of Your Past Travels
On July 18th we received a Vacation Request from Jennifer saying that she wanted to ‘make lemonade out of lemons’ and book a trip to Tanzania. At the time, Tanzania was one of the few countries permitting American visitors. With a lot of help from our supplier partner, Gilt Edge, we were able to plan and book a 10-day trip to Tanzania for Jennifer and … Continue reading Traveler Tale: Unreal Experience in Tanzania
As temperatures get cooler, it’s time to plan a warm-weather getaway to a place where you can sit on the beach, bask in the sunshine and enjoy outdoor activities. Three of the most popular options — Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic — are a short plane ride away (4 hours or less) from from Milwaukee plus, December 2020 through April 2021 non-stop flights are … Continue reading Four Hours to a Warm Weather Getaway
If you’re a traveler who loves to explore a city’s music scene as part of your vacation, here are some destinations that will hit the right note. The sound of country music has expanded over the years, and you’ll find it all in Nashville. Young artists come to Music City to make a name for themselves, so there are always talented singers and songwriters waiting … Continue reading Music Lovers: Here’s Where to Travel in the U.S.
Whether you’ve been dreaming of taking a family trip or a solo adventure, now is the time to do some research on the places in your travel bucket list. Coming up with a list of dream destinations is also a great way to engage your children in learning about the world. Even if you’re not planning a trip immediately, working on a bucket list will … Continue reading Dreaming of Your Next Vacation
When you really want to get away from it all on vacation, a trip to the islands of the South Pacific, with their pristine beaches, aquamarine waters and tropical landscape can provide a respite for body and soul. Bora Bora, Tahiti, Fiji, Moorea and the Cook Islands are all on the list of the South Pacific’s top up-and-coming destinations for 2020, according to a survey … Continue reading There’s Nothin’ Like the South Pacific
It’s Spring vacation season, and if you’re thinking about heading to Florida for a Disney World getaway in the coming weeks, it’s time to start planning. With numerous hotels on and off Disney property, deciding where to stay and what to do can be a challenge as you factor in the various theme parks in addition to golf courses and the outdoor shopping center Disney … Continue reading Where to Stay When Visiting Disney World
