tips

Buy for the life you have, not the life you want

This is something that I have a hard time with, but knowing it sometimes helps me to not buy things...

Using vacations and other experiences to make yourself happier (according to research)

I’ve run across an article several times in the past few years about how your happiness related to travel is...

Things to remember to take on any cruise

When packing for a cruise, you often are focusing on bathing suits and what to wear on excursions, but don’t...

Buy quality pre-owned new and used clothes – save money, travel more

ThredUp is a great place to get new or gently used clothing for pretty good prices (sometimes great prices if...

Options for saving money while traveling

While a major part of saving money while traveling is using money saving lodging options, there are other things you...

Want to use an airport lounge but not flying First/Business Class?

Want to use an airport lounge but not flying First/Business Class?

Sometimes when you travel, you get stuck at an airport for a long period of time. Whether planned or unplanned,...

happy little kid having fun on bed with cheerful parents

Another study on Happiness and how to attain it

https://www.boston.com/culture/lifestyle/2021/02/23/how-to-be-happy-happiness-tips-michelle-wax It all started when a woman who thought she had a good life realized she wasn’t as happy as...

What do you need for an Alaskan Cruise?

What do you need for an Alaskan Cruise?

If you are going on a cruise to Alaska, you need most of the things you need on a traditional...

General plane travel tips – check-in bags

1.  Don’t have a black suitcase if you are checking it unless you do something distinctive to it.  You can...

Snorkeling tips – how to have a great experience

If you are going snorkeling for the first time, there are some things you need to know to increase the...