Money-Saving Travel Tips
My Disney Cruise Tips: 31 Time & Money Saving Tips We Learned Firsthand On Our Disney Dream Cruise To The Bahamas
I’ve created this list of 60 helpful tips (31 main tips + 29 bonus tips!)… things you’ll definitely want to know before you go on a Disney cruise. My Disney cruise tips reflect my honest feelings & experiences on board the Disney Dream cruise ship. Plus, my own clever cruise hacks that I plan to use on our next trip with Disney Cruise line.
Canadian Passport Application Requirements: Here’s How To Apply For A Canadian Passport For A Child While Living In The US + The Benefits Of Dual Citizenship
My son is a Canadian citizen by descent — because I was born in Canada. Applying for his U.S. passport was relatively easy. But when it came to his Canadian passport, my first attempt at his application was denied. See why. Plus, how to apply for a Canadian passport for a child while living in the U.S.
Taking A Car Seat On A Plane: See How I Made A Car Seat Dolly From A Luggage Cart… It’s A Stroller And Car Seat In One!
I recently flew solo with my 14-month-old son on his first airplane ride. Most airlines let you gate-check strollers & car seats for FREE. Since I knew that I would need a car seat once I arrived at my destination (and I wouldn’t be comfortable renting one), I made a portable car seat dolly using a cheap luggage cart! After attaching the car seat to the luggage cart, I could use it like a stroller to get him from the car to the plane AND keep him confined while exploring the airports during layovers.
How We Survived A Timeshare Presentation & Got A Free Cruise Vacation Without Buying Any Timeshares
Thinking about attending a timeshare seminar to get a free cruise, hotel stay, or some other free gift? Before you commit to a timeshare presentation, read about my experience with a well-known vacation club! It was the most frustrating 4 hours I’ve ever spent, but we did get a free cruise for 2, as promised.
Fun Travel Stuff
The Best Way To See The Linn Cove Viaduct In North Carolina (…On The Blue Ridge Parkway)
The Linn Cove Viaduct on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina is one of the most scenic bridges anywhere in the Southeast! Familiar with springtime cruisers, summertime road trippers, and fall leaf peepers, the Linn Cove Viaduct helps millions of motorists see some of the prettiest mountainside views in the United States. Most folks…
What To Expect On Your First Plane Ride: After 38 Years Of Driving Everywhere, Here’s What My First Airplane Ride Was Recently Like!
In preparation for my very first airplane ride recently, I did a lot of research — because there’s a lot to know before flying the friendly skies! Here, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned and experienced firsthand with you… so you will have a better idea of what to expect before your first plane ride.
Have A Fear Of Flying? Here’s How I Overcame Mind-Numbing Flight Anxiety… And You Can Too!
I spent the first 38 years of my life avoiding planes due to my fear of flying. Here’s what I did to overcome flight anxiety and enjoy flying… finally!
Road Trips & Driving Tips
Motorcycling
Best Motorcycle Checklist – Must Haves For Long Distance Rides + How To Pack Motorcycle Luggage And Saddlebags
A list of all the must-have items that you absolutely MUST pack on long distance motorcycle rides. Plus, clever tips for packing things in the saddlebags on your motorcycle, and the best motorcycle luggage that is lightweight and fits on the back of your bike.
Our Experiences Riding With A Pull-Behind Motorcycle Trailer: Packing Tips, Ice Cooler Tips, And Enclosed Motorcycle Trailer Tips For A Cross-Country Trip
Our pull-behind motorcycle trailer is the American Legend trailer from Hannigan Motorsports. Our enclosed motorcycle trailer is the Homesteader Patriot, purchased used. Pics & tips from our experiences with these trailers on cross-country motorcycle trips.
What It’s Like Motorcycling With Dogs: See How We Ride Motorcycles With 2 Large Dogs In 1 Custom Motorcycle Dog Trailer
See the 2 motorcycle trailers that we’ve used for our dogs. Both are pull-behind trailers. One is a basic luggage trailer for motorcycling that we used when we only had 1 large dog. The other is a motorcycle luggage trailer with air ride suspension that we used for 2 large dogs after we adopted the second one. See how we how we created our own custom dog motorcycle trailer so we could take our dogs on the road with us!
Motorcycle Road Trip Packing: 20 Things You Might Not Think To Pack
Planning a long motorcycle road trip soon? We take at least 2 cross-country motorcycle trips each year. I try to pack light and still have all the items we could possibly need for motorcycle travel. Take it from me… here are 20 things that people typically wouldn’t think of packing for a motorcycle road trip — but you should!
