Rental cars offer freedom and flexibility that public transportation doesn’t always provide when on vacation. When things go right, renting a car can be enjoyable but these companies are also notorious for tacking on fees and giving high-pressure sales pitches...
From the Desk of Denise Koranek
How to Protect Yourself from Car Rental Companies: At Home and Abroad
Whether traveling to another state or another country, rental cars are often an important means of getting around. Unlike public transportation, they make it easy to stay on a personal schedule and have privacy. How to protect yourself from car rental companies is...
12 Stunning Romantic Destination Ideas
Staying home in 2020 meant delaying honeymoons and milestone anniversaries. So this year we encourage couples to celebrate their relationships, to keep the romance alive! Setting time aside to spend with your spouse is the best way...
Can’t travel? How about a romantic date night at home
There is so much joy in planning honeymoons, anniversaries, and romantic re-acquaintance getaways. That’s what we love about travel: it offers the chance to step away from our hectic lives to reconnect and figure out what’s truly important. While we can’t travel right...
Romantic vacation ideas that aren’t your typical beach vacay: Here are our top choices
You begin your marriage with a Honeymoon; is that where it ends? Prioritizing time with your spouse is one of the best things you can do for your marriage, and what better way than taking a much-needed vacation? We love all-inclusive beach vacations and think they’re...
Top romantic vacation activities you’ll both love
Taking a romantic getaway is one of the best things you can do to rekindle the special feeling you both had when you first met. Life is always hectic and you need to disconnect from your routine in an environment suitable for reconnecting with each other. Your...
How to pull off the perfect destination wedding
White sandy beaches with waves crashing behind you, castles transporting you back to the middle ages, top-floor views of iconic city skylines – few things are as enticing or romantic as a destination wedding. Turning the dream into reality can be daunting, though....
Dream destination wedding without the stress: How to make it happen.
Not long ago, we featured an article describing the top pitfalls of planning a destination wedding. Out of all the things to avoid, we believe the top mistake is taking on the burden of planning everything yourself. Your wedding day should be memorable, surrounded by...
A Caribbean Honeymoon for the Adventurous
Newlyweds look to the Caribbean for its beautiful, white sand beaches for relaxation on their honeymoon. While the all-inclusive, cocktail laden honeymoon option is available, St. Lucia offers the ideal Caribbean honeymoon for the adventurous newlywed couple. With...
Can an Anniversary Trip actually strengthen your Marriage?
Anniversaries are one of the most significant mile stones that two people can celebrate. Being with someone you love, overcoming obstacles together, and withstanding the test of time are all great achievements that are definitely worthy of celebration! There are many...
My flight was cancelled, help! Denise explains your passenger rights
The Christmas and New Year’s holidays were stressful for airline passengers, with thousands of flights cancelled or significantly delayed. It was the perfect combination of bad weather, strong customer demand, staffing shortages, and a lack of operating aircraft....
Long flight? Here are 5 stretches to help you through aches and pains
Reference: Cleveland Clinic If you’ve ever set off for a faraway destination, you probably know the feeling of “snap, crackle, pop!” as you get off the plane. Being confined to a small space can be difficult on the body, possibly causing pain and stress, both of which...
Best ways to help prevent identify theft on your next vacation
Getting your identity stolen while on vacation may not be on your top list of worries, but we’re here to place it on your radar. Nearly a half million items are pickpocketed every year, much of which includes valuable documents and IDs that can cause major headaches...
Is bad weather threatening your flight? Here’s what to do and what to avoid
The holiday travel rush is behind us for another year, but there’s still a lingering nuisance that can really cause some air travel headaches: bad weather. Winter and springtime are particularly apt for snow, ice, and thunderstorms that can cancel hundreds of...
Why can’t I bring it back with me?
Even the most seasoned traveler will scratch their head when it comes to bringing food products back into the U.S., and it seems the rules are always changing. It’s confusing and frustrating to have food or a souvenir taken away by a customs agent! The reason for...
About Denise
My goal is to simplify travel-planning through an equal exchange process where I acquire your ideas and expectations for your trip relieving you of the worry, hassle, stress and time that accompanies Do-It-Yourself planning. Recent Posts
Unwritten rules for flying: Travel etiquette to make everyone’s experience better (Part 2)
With summer travel just around the corner and air travel demand expected to come back in a big way, a few small steps can make the experience better for everyone. We’ve all heard of folks making some really bad decisions while flying which can result in jail time and...
Unwritten rules for flying: Travel etiquette to make everyone’s experience better (Part 1)
Air travel is increasingly stressful, but being aware of some simple etiquette tips can avoid meltdowns and make everyone’s experience just a little bit better.
10 Gorgeous Reasons to Visit the Emerald Isle, Ireland
Why do millions visit and continue to return to Ireland? This week we focus on 10 of the most beautiful sites in Ireland and invite you to join our small-group tour this October 2023.
Is it worth the splurge? What we recommend you spend some extra dollars on for a truly spectacular vacation
If you’re the type of person who wants to travel well, some upgrades can make a big difference in shifting from a good trip to one you’ll cherish forever. Booking early is key! These are our top upgrades worth splurging on.
Why take a tour for your next getaway? Here are our top reasons
As tempting as setting out on your own adventure may be, we’re big fans of going with a tour group. Even for seasoned travelers, taking a tour relieves the stress of going-it-alone planning and provides peace of mind knowing all the details are being taken care of....