travel tips

I just returned from a familiarization trip to Los Cabos, Mexico, sponsored by Delta Vacations. First, we need to clarify the use of the term Los Cabos.  The two cities at the tip of the Baja peninsula are San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. The translation of Cabo …

Imagine you’re at the airport getting checked in to travel on your trip to a fabulous international destination and the airline employee behind the counter explains that you can’t travel out of the country because your passport has less than 90 days validity on it. Many folks aren’t aware that …

I loved the article in this month’s issue of Virtuoso Traveler magazine titled, “Pearls of Wisdom: Virtuoso advisors share their top 59 travel tips, from planning to packing to pointing you to that perfect picnic spot.”  I loved the section on the latest cool luggage (Bluetooth tracking and locking!), the …

The obvious ways to use your smartphone’s camera while traveling include staying connected via email and social media, and taking all those fun and memorable vacation photos. But did you realize that your camera can help save your trip? Mobile devices can now contain all or most of your itinerary …

Thinking of going on a river cruise for the first time?  Here’s what I tell my clients about rolling on the river: 1. Don’t forget your bathing suit, even in colder months. After a long bike ride, a soak in the heated pool or jacuzzi feels wonderful. 2. Book well in …