A Travel Assistant

If keeping your exercise routine is a high priority when you travel then you should stay at one of these hotels when in New York City...

Introduction Ok, I have a Golden Doodle, not a Great Dane, but the title didn't work with Doodle. Traveling with your non-human family...

Our last blog detailed some of the worst airports for lost luggage. Today we'll be a bit more optimistic and look at some of the best...

Introduction Embarking on a journey, whether for business or pleasure, brings with it the thrill of exploration and the promise of new...

Introduction The other day my wife told me that France was the number one destination for tourists in the world. I didn't believe her. I...

I remember the magic. The inescapable lure of Christmas. We had several traditions in our family as I'm sure all of you who celebrate the...

As the celestial stage prepares for a grand spectacle, astronomers and sky enthusiasts eagerly await the upcoming total solar eclipse on...

Who doesn't love IKEA? Apart from a couple of hair-pulling episodes for some of their larger intricate assemblies (glaring at my 4 piece...

Introduction It seems to me that the last decade has ratcheted up the confusion about where, when, and how much to tip at various...

With the Holidays fast approaching now is the time to start getting into that giving spirit. From tech, to convenience, to comfort, here...

With Bedbug infestations seemingly everywhere in the media, is there really an epidemic or is it just sensationalism? Here's a look at some of the facts about bedbugs and ways that you can avoid these nasty critters from hitching a ride into your home while traveling. Sleeping in a hotel bed can be nerve-racking to some First, what are Bedbugs? Bedbugs are small, wingless insects that belong to the Cimicidae family, with the common species being Cimex lectularius. These noctu

Tips on planning ahead and anticipating expenses that may or may not have been considered. Anyone who has done any amount of travel can...

Some diversions to keep all ages entertained while you take in the sights of the nation's capital. Washington is a great place to spend a...

As well as a slightly soggy Monday. The View Arriving in Stockholm from Aboard the Viking Grace Ferry Above Decks On one of our trips to Finland we decided that it might be nice to hop a ferry and cross the Baltic Sea to visit Sweden and Stockholm in particular. We planned for a nice 3 day weekend to take in some of the sights around the lovely city. We wanted to make sure we visited enough child friendly locations as well as historical so that everyone was content. Having do

The falls are impressive but the town is a bit too kitschy for most. A visit to Niagara Falls really is a sight to see. The Falls are...

Why you should have a local museum membership and what it can do for you. Numerous museums and science centers around the globe offer a...

Some things to keep the kids occupied and engaged while visiting this modern western Canadian city. Calgary is best known for its annual...

Some recent changes to Italian traffic laws you will need to consider if contemplating driving this stunning, yet challenging, coastal...

Our choice of credit cards that we have used to get free hotel stays, upgrades to business class, and more. February 2024: This post has...

A visit to Mikla in Türkiye's dazzling metropolis on the Bosphorus Strait This past summer I had the opportunity to spend a few nights in...