1 Jan 2015

Should you travel off-season?

Submitted by Wanderlust Andi

I make a point of traveling off-season, as it helps to keep my hotel bills under $50/day. For example, I have gone to the beach in January and February. The weather was cooler - but, I didn't mind. You can put a sweatshirt one for hikes up and down the beach. And, although fewer shops and restaurants are open - there are usually enough shops and restaurants to satisfy all.

Traveling off-season also means a lack of crowds. A beach during prime time is filled with people - you hardly have space to spread your towel, and must constantly veer between all when walking the beach. Plus, the good restaurants, shops and sights are all very crowded - you have constant lines and waits.

There is one major downside to off-season/winter traveling, though: lack of day-light hours. I took a trip to England during Christmas many years ago. It was beautiful, but England gets dark by 4:30 pm in the winter, which leaves very few hours to really see the sights.

Read the full article here to get some tips about off-season travel.
The Pros and Cons of Off-Season Travel

Some tips for a great family vacation

Submitted by Anonymous

Many of us have fond memories of family vacations. You can create those memories - with some advanced planning.

20 Jun 2015

Forage for your supper - at luxury hotels

Submitted by Wanderlust Andi

Now you can go to luxury hotels and: forage for your supper - and cook it too!

23 Apr 2015

Traveling solo? Enjoy it!

Submitted by Wanderlust Andi

Does the thought of traveling alone scare you? The best ways to overcome the anxiety of traveling solo is by putting yourself out there. Whether at a hotel or restaurant, smile, be friendly, and be open to conversation.

23 Apr 2015

Don't want to iron in your hotel room? Try this.

Submitted by Wanderlust Andi

Yes, we all know that most all hotels have ironing boards and irons. But - who wants to iron when you can have fun?

21 Apr 2015

Do you want to open your hotel door with your smart phone?

Submitted by Wanderlust Andi

Some hotels are beginning to experiment with keyless entry into hotel rooms. The hotels outfit their doors with special technology so that guests can use smart phones to open the doors. There are some issues with this, however. The biggest problems that have cropped up so far are convenience issues and issues involving guest security.