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10 Things You Must Do Before Your Next Flight

The endless preparations before travel can feel harrowing, and getting ready for flights tends to be one of the most stressful parts of any trip. With these ten reminders, you’ll be positioned for a great start to your journey. At Home Download and use your airline’s app – After downloading the app, log in and provide your flight details so your travel plans are ready to go. Then, monitor your flights for schedule changes and if you’re not checking a bag, check in online to avoid the queues and kiosks at the airport. Learn your luggage limits – Many airlines…
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5 Things You MUST Pack for Your Next Alaska Trip

Each vacation warrants a different packing strategy, and the adventurous and outdoorsy nature of an Alaska trip means packing items for a variety of weather conditions and activities. In addition to the more traditional items often included on general packing lists, be sure to gather the following for your next Alaska cruise or land tour. Layering clothing When it comes to days spent exploring the wonderful wilderness, it’s important to dress appropriately. Packing and dressing in layers is key to comfort. Consider thermal underwear, a fleece, a waterproof windbreaker, and even a hat, scarf, and gloves for glacier days or…
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5 Things You Must Know About Planning a Trip to Europe

Traveling overseas to Europe is an adventure that requires significant preparation. Before you can stroll the cobbled streets of Lisbon, watch the gondolas float by in Venice, or sip wine at a café in Paris, you need to put some thought and effort into your travel plans. You need to make sure your documents/identification are in order. Before we even begin to discuss travel details, look at your passports. Are they in pristine condition with intact pages? When do they expire? Some countries require a certain timeframe for validity, and you don’t want to face issues boarding an aircraft due…
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Packing Your Theme Park Bag

If packing your luggage for your upcoming family vacation isn’t stressful enough, now think about packing your theme park day bag each morning (or evening before, if you’re a planner!) Prepping your family for a day spent exploring a favorite theme park is a daunting task. You need to think about appropriate attire, apply sunscreen and ensure everyone has their protective sun gear, pack medications, wrangle snacks and drinks, and then think about the extra odds and ends. Suddenly, a fun day riding rides, watching parades, and eating junk food just got a bit more complicated. We’ve simplified that park…
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Cozy Travel

Hygge, the Danish concept of coziness that stirs pleasant feelings of contentment, has become a global phenomenon over the past few years. With numerous how-to books on the market, YouTube channels dedicated to the creation of cinematic hygge masterpieces, and social media accounts that showcase hygge at home, coziness is celebrated more than ever. But how do you capture that warm and fuzzy feeling on your next vacation? Consider how you embrace coziness at home and simply take it on the road (or to the sky, or to the sea!) when traveling. We have some ideas and inspiration for cozy…
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