MILITARY RELATED Vietnam Homecoming: Dad’s Journey with the Honor Flight Network Posted on October 30, 2024December 18, 2024 Last night, Steven had the honor of participating in our second Honor Flight at the Quad Cities International Airport. We welcomed 80 veterans (and 83 escorts) back home after a day spent touring memorials and being honored in Washington, D.C. Even though I didn’t personally know any of the vets, it was still an emotional event. There are three to four Honor Flights in this area, and I highly recommend joining us one at least one of them. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Tokyo’s Armed Forces Resort: The New Sanno Hotel and Resort Posted on October 13, 2024November 8, 2024 This is one time when the hype is well-deserved. I highly recommend the New Sanno Hotel & Resort. It is available to active duty and retired U.S. military personnel eligible to use other Armed Forces Recreation Centers, as well as DoD civilian employees duty stationing in Japan, contractors on DoD orders to execute contracts for the U.S. Armed Forces stationed in Japan. Read more
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES Budget-Friendly SpaceA Experiences That Will Make You Want to Travel Slow Posted on June 16, 2024October 13, 2024 Traveling with a family can be outrageously expensive, but Budget-friendly SpaceA travel is the solution. Fly from Germany to the U.S. for free! Discover how this exclusive military travel benefit makes unforgettable, affordable family vacations possible. Don’t miss out! Read more
MILITARY RELATED What You Need to Know to Explore American Military Cemeteries in Europe Posted on January 15, 2024November 22, 2024 There are many beautiful, historical, and memorable sights to see all over Europe. Many are stone monuments, crumbling under the blazing sun. Some are bustling cities built of metal and glass. Natural wonders https://duffelbagspouse.com/things-to-do-in-idar-oberstein-germany/carved out of the landscape of the time. Conversely, some, like American Cemeteries, leave pervasive memories, lasting emotions dedicated to our service members. Consequently, many of them lie within a few hours from any base in Germany. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Where to Stay During Your PCS to Rock Island Arsenal Posted on December 11, 2023October 31, 2024 While there are several hotels in the Quad Cities, especially if you are a Bonvoy Marriott member like us, we used our 14 days of permissive TDY to stay at three. As a result, we stayed at the Residence Inn Quad Cities in Moline, Illinois, and the Blackhawk and The Current, both Autograph hotels in Davenport, Iowa. Here are my reviews of all three hotels as a Gold Elite member with the Marriott franchise. However, you might be surprised by which hotel I recommend for relocating to Rock Island Arsenal. Furthermore, one of these hotels might work for you if you are preparing to move to Rock Island. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Important Note about Unaccompanied Baggage (UB) Shipments Posted on August 16, 2023October 31, 2024 Embarking on a new journey from Korea with Unaccompanied Baggage (UB) in tow? Elevate your PCS experience by crafting a well-rounded list encompassing essentials for comfort and practicality. Whether it’s bedding, dining, electronics, or those unexpected must-haves, our comprehensive guide ensures you’re prepared for every twist and turn of your… Read more
MILITARY RELATED How to Move Your Military Family to South Korea During the Pandemic Posted on February 14, 2021October 31, 2024 First of all– hello. It’s been a minute. How and where are you these days? I’ve meant to write to you guys, and it’s been on my list for three weeks. I want to hear about what’s going on with you and your beautiful families. I also want you to come… Read more
MILITARY RELATED How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids Posted on August 1, 2020November 1, 2024 How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids Whether it’s a day trip, a PCS abroad, or somewhere in between, the military creates opportunities to travel. And if you have kids, that means you’ll be able to create long-lasting memories together in a way few others get. But can you… Read more