CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Travel with Friends: The Best Tips for Stress-Free, Drama-Free Adventures Posted on September 19, 2018November 16, 2025 Family vacations can be a lot of fun. I dream about romantic places just for me and my honey. But sometimes you need to get away with your girls. Travel with friends is crucial to keeping up those relationships as well as your sanity. Sometimes a girlfriend’s trip can be all you… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Visiting Turkey as an American: What You Need to Know Posted on September 17, 2018December 20, 2025 Is Turkey Safe for American Tourists? I hope so. Because we are going there for a couple of days later this month. And I’m really excited to see some of the things I missed on my last trip. But politics in Turkey, like many places around the world, is relatively unstable right now. So, it makes since that we keep vigilant and ask the question before and not after we go. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Budget Travel- You’ve Got More Time Than Money Posted on September 12, 2018November 15, 2025 If you’re like me, you’re always dreaming about travel and chasing the sun. However you are resigned to the confines of a budget. And one of the best ways to save money is off season travel. Tips for off season travel proves there is no place on the planet you can’t see with a little planning. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES How to Stay Safe While Flying Posted on September 9, 2018November 16, 2025 One of the fastest ways of spreading disease is to buy an airplane ticket. I read a recent study that says you have a 20% chance to avoid getting sick every time you fly. That means 1 in 5 people are starting their trip under the weather. Apparently, the skies aren’t as friendly as we thought. And airport safety includes protecting yourself from an invisible enemy– the common cold? Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES 8 Proven Tips to Relax and Truly Enjoy Your Vacation Stress-Free Posted on September 7, 2018November 16, 2025 Don’t wait, get a massage, manicure or pedicure as soon as you arrive. Any treatment that involves the senses (sight, touch, smell, sound or smell) will help you relax and enjoy your vacation sooner. Here are 8 tips to help you relax and enjoy your vacation every single time. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES How to Select a Good Tour Guide Posted on September 5, 2018November 15, 2025 How to Select a Good Tour Guide I like to do my own thing when I travel. I haven’t booked many organized tours or utilized many tour guides because I wouldn’t say I like one-size-fits-all experiences. That said, there are times when a tour guide makes perfect sense. Later this… Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD What You Need to Know About Army Warrant Officers—and Why CW5s Are Called Unicorns Posted on September 3, 2018November 16, 2025 Why is a CW5 called a unicorn? My husband’s promotion drew a crowd, with one sergeant bringing his entire platoon to witness the rare event of a Black CW5 being pinned. Find out why this rank holds such unique prestige. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES History Lovers Love Wine and Bad Durkheim Posted on September 1, 2018December 21, 2025 It’s almost time for one of my favorite festivals in Germany. The Durkheimer Wurstmarkt wine festival in Bad Durkheim is the largest wine festival in the world. Yup– big reason to go, right? But you don’t have to wait for the festival to enjoy Bad Durkheim. Located on the German… Read more