Traveling overseas can be stressful including long plane rides, delays, jet lag, not knowing anyone in a destination, language barriers and seemingly a million and one other potential complications. Part of why I travel is to get out of my comfort zone, but there is certain pre trip planning suggestions that will help minimize unwanted surprises when traveling. Depending on which country you visit and which country you have citizenship in, … [Read more...]
How To Stay Warm During Your Scotland Travels
There is a certain mystique about Scotland. The reason millions people travel to the country every year -- exploring the secrets of Aberdeen, the beating heart of the Highlands or the murky waters of Loch Ness – is because it offers an atmosphere unlike any other. There is a wealth of history embedded in the landscape, with so much to see and do wherever you decide to go. It is also, unfortunately, very cold! Seriously, the amount of people … [Read more...]
Best Things to do Whilst Travelling
Paradoxically, the pleasure of travel is in arriving. Nobody goes travelling because they love the idea of sitting in stations and airports or on trains and planes for hours at a stretch. Those parts of a trip are just the price to be paid for all of the wonders you will enjoy when you reach your next destination. Thankfully journey times are often shorter now and there are things that you can do to brighten them up. Read on to learn … [Read more...]
Visit Lauderdale Wins Top Honors from VISIT FLORIDA
Visit Lauderdale Takes Home Four Flagler Awards, Including Two Coveted Henry's GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (October 2022) – Visit Lauderdale, the destination marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale (Broward County), made an impressive showing at the annual Florida Governor's Conference on Tourism, which took place on August 31, 2022. Each year, VISIT FLORIDA hosts the Flagler Awards to honor organizations who show exemplary … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider a Ski Holiday Next Year
Have you ever considered going on a ski holiday? This kind of trip isn’t for everyone as it requires a lot more energy than the typical British vacation but it really can be worth it. Ski trips allow you to get out of your comfort zone and try something new. If you have never been on a ski holiday, we encourage you to consider this for your next trip. Read on to hear some of the reasons why we believe you should give this a try. Learn … [Read more...]
Daytona Beach, Florida: Dining Delights
When you hear the words Daytona Beach, I’d bet money NASCAR, Spring Break and sandy stretches of the Atlantic Ocean come to mind. While these are some of its prized attributes, this down-to-earth Florida beach town is making unexpected waves in the culinary arena. It has blossomed into an emerging destination for travelers looking to combine a seaside holiday with delicious dining. Daytona Beach enjoys a throwback quality rich in … [Read more...]
Greece’s Hidden Gem
I recently discovered a secret Greece has been hiding from the world. It’s called Meteora. The town is a hidden gem, a few hours from Athens. Fully prepared to be swept off my feet by the island of Santorini, I fell in love instead with this magical place, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. My dad was turning 70 in September. I don’t know about you, but that felt like a big deal birthday to me. I could buy him yet another full sleeved shirt, or … [Read more...]
Dreaming of Iceland
Iceland has long been on my list of countries to visit. I fly over this rugged looking country several times a year on my way to Europe - I glance down about mid flight depending on the time of year and gaze down upon its snow covered landscape. At other times I see rugged geography, a landscape devoid of people and large portions covered by glaciers. A friend who has family living there visits every once in a while and returns with stories of … [Read more...]
Don’t break the Bank – Trip Planning
Travel can be very expensive - but with some planning there are certainly ways an independent traveler can cut down on costs. Type in "budget travel" in Google; Google is always generous with listings but for these key words it is especially generous. A recent query spit out approximately 38 million hits! Where to start your research? Since airfare is often the highest expense on a trip - in our experience it is wise to try a number of outlets … [Read more...]
The Big Trip
The Big Trip by George Dunford This is the ultimate book for those adventurous independent travelers looking to spend considerable time overseas on a "big" trip. The economy or your "normal" job have you down? Pick up this book, start dreaming and then make this dream a reality. This book contains real life stories from seasoned 'on the road' travelers, top tip lists, and big trip experiences and favorite spots are highlighted. This is the … [Read more...]