Tag: TravelTips
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EU Flight Delay Compensation: How a Cancelled Flight Earned Us $1,600
Important: Award flights absolutely count. Being delayed on a flight is never fun. However, if it happens in Europe, there is a silver lining. Thanks to a European regulation called EC261/2004, airlines may owe you cash or travel vouchers when flights are significantly delayed or cancelled. We learned this the hard way — after a…
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All You Always Wanted to Know about Transatlantic Cruises
Have you ever wondered how it would be to travel slowly? Not taking the fast road (or flight) but relaxing and having lots of time to yourself? Let me tell you all about Transatlantic cruises and why you should consider one. Intro to Transatlantic Cruises After we took our first cruise, it didn’t take long…
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Find the Best Fall Foliage in New England
Fabulous Fall Foliage in New England New England has harsh winters, but also find the best fall foliage. October, when the leaves are turning, is the month that tends to attract the most “leaf peepers”. Find out the best places to visit #NewEngland ‘s #FallFoliage. Trees are turning, pumpkins and corn mazes are everywhere. Take…
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Waldorf Astoria New York: Step Inside NYC’s Legendary Luxury
Fascinating history of the Waldorf Astoria New York, a hotel that started with a family feud. Presidents, explorers and more in this iconic hotel! Did you know that this hotel was way ahead of its time in the way it treated women? Where was it located before it moved to Park Avenue? Which famous people…
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Washington State Capitol: What You Always Wanted to Know
Put this National Historic Landmark on your bucket list. The Washington State Capitol is worth a visit. Did you know the role Washington played in the women’s suffrage movement? Or the significance of a Canadian nun? What is the significance of the number 42? Find out these and more #funfacts
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What Happens When You Put a Brewery in an Abandoned Building? Magic!
Abandoned Building Brewery Looking for things to do in Easthampton, MA? Grab a beer at one of these craft breweries. Best travel destinations in the Pioneer Valley in #massachusetts. Micro brewery with IPAs, stouts and hoppy american ales. #FreeThingsToDo #RainyDayActivities #breweries. Discover what’s on tap at the #Easthampton #brewery #OurCarpeDiem
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The Ultimate Guide to Bungee-Jumping Off The Space Needle!
Have you ever considered bungee jumping off the Space Needle!? When you travel to #Seattle, everyone tells you that you should visit the Space Needle. We took it one step further and ended up bungee-jumping off the Space Needle. Even with my multiple sclerosis! Go find out how I did this and put this on…
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Cheap Eats In Paris: Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurants You’ll Love
When you travel to Paris, you would love to eat at a Michelin restaurant, but we all know that they are very expensive. This article will introduce you to Bib Gourmand restaurants in Paris, a way to get an affordable haute cuisine meal for a good price. Find out what this bib gourmand means and…
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How To Best Use Hilton Honors Points (with Examples)
Stay in luxury hotels for free! Find out how you can travel hack and get to stay in Hilton hotels all over the world for free. Have you always wanted to stay in a Waldorf Astoria hotel? Do you like to travel to faraway places or maybe just to out-of-state family? This post will teach…
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Vegas Day Trips That’ll Make You Say ‘What Hangover?
Would you like to make a bet that you can’t lose? We found and tested the best day trips from Las Vegas. Enjoy Vegas without gambling! Do you have kids with you and are looking for a great day trip? Here are the best day trips to take from Las Vegas. Lots of natural wonders,…
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