With 5 million weddings under its belt, Las Vegas has earned its reputation as the Wedding Capital of the World. Couples can get married in a drive-thru, at the Mob Museum, at Denny’s, or with “Elvis” or a variety of other celebrities as the officiants. But before they can get hitched, every couple needs a […]
When I first began writing about cruising three decades ago, the typical internet connection at sea wasn’t just slow. It was glacial. You’d click on a website only to experience many seconds of frustration. Maybe the page would come up. Maybe it wouldn’t. Maybe the cruise would end while you were still sitting there. Thankfully,
Credit cards are an excellent tool to help you meet your financial goals. I strategically use my cards to maximize my grocery store spending, takeout and delivery from restaurants and online shopping. That way, I can accrue points for an amazing getaway. Of course, you can also utilize cash-back cards to save money on your
The big day is approaching, and you’re finally getting ready to head to the cruise port and board your ship. How can you ensure you’re prepared to start your vacation on the right foot? You’ll need a plan for getting to the port and some knowledge about the embarkation process, including your cruise ship boarding
In its first two seasons, “The White Lotus” took viewers to luxury Four Seasons resorts in Maui and Sicily. The upcoming third season will hop continents once again to Koh Samui, Thailand — and thanks to a new Away collab with the Emmy-winning HBO show, you could give your travel luggage a new “White Lotus”-themed
If you ever travel between West African states, and find yourself only having 48 hours in Niamey Niger – a country in West Africa and is close to Burkina Faso – then don’t worry! I visited Gambia and Fogo Island – both really amazing places in West Africa too! Quick tip: it really does feel
Stop! Put down your keycard, and step away from the inch-of-gold sale table. Cruise ship shops can be useful, but they’re generally overpriced. They carry items you might have left at home and find that you need. Even the best packer occasionally has their suitcase lost by an airline. Onboard boutiques sell dresses and fancy
When I first heard about Makoko, the largest floating slum village in Lagos, Nigeria, I was both curious and excited. I had never seen anything like Lagos state or Lagos island before. But for the record, island adventures in Seychelles Island, Calayan Island and Borawan Island are equally amazing so I’ve no doubt Makoko will
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