Food Meal Eating Together

Traveling with Food Allergies

Food allergies and special diets shouldn’t stop travelers from seeking out new destinations, because everyone deserves a chance to explore the world. Still, keep in mind that some destinations will be more accommodating than others. Tell your travel advisor about any food allergies upfront so we can help you plan ahead. Airlines, resorts, cruise lines, and tour operators have made strides in terms of meal options, even if they aren’t always advertised. We are here to help you! If you will be traveling with food allergies, consider these peace-of-mind precautions. 1. CARRY A DOCTOR’S NOTE. Some national and international airports may…
Continue reading Traveling with Food Allergies →

sanitizer - masks

Packing Post-Covid

Travel looks a little different these days, as does packing post-Covid. If you’re months or even a year overdue for your vacation, you may need to brush up on your packing skills. As you dust off your suitcases and carry-ons, don’t forget to pack these essentials to keep you healthy and happy during your next getaway! Masks…and plenty of extras for everyone! Find your most comfortable masks and pack extras for throughout your vacation! Hand sanitizer Whether you prefer spray or squeeze, make sure all members of the family have access to sanitizer for a quick clean-up before and after…
Continue reading Packing Post-Covid →

Raising Lifelong Travelers

One of the greatest gifts a parent can share with their children is a passion for exploring the world, but traveling with little ones can be challenging and at times overwhelming. Creating a home environment that inspires curiosity and wonder while welcoming children into the travel planning process can help parents in raising lifelong travelers. Here are a few tips for raising aspiring adventurers: Tell Them Stories Children are captivated by storytelling and particularly love to hear about the adventures their families had before they were born. Parents can open photo albums and share laughs and memories as they recount…
Continue reading Raising Lifelong Travelers →

Prepare for Travel: Check Your Identification Documents!

Demand for future travel is increasing and will likely outpace supply, even as more options reopen. Travel agents know that one of the most important preparations for future travel is ensuring you have the appropriate travel ID. No one wants to arrive at the airport for their long-awaited vacation, only to be denied boarding because of an issue with identification documents. Now is the time to make sure your identification documents are ready. The COVID-19 pandemic is causing delays in passport processing. Standard processing for new and renewal applications is currently reported to be 10-12 weeks, or 4-6 weeks if…
Continue reading Prepare for Travel: Check Your Identification Documents! →

How Travel is Good for Your Health

According to the U.S Travel Association, 768 million vacation days went unused by Americans in 2018. In addition, 55% of workers reported not using all of their accrued vacation days. In 2020, Americans are more stressed than ever. Time-consuming jobs combined with parenting and family life demands much of our time. Balancing working from home with homeschooling children and running a household is exhausting. Once you add daily chores and responsibilities to the schedule, we feel more strained than ever. It can be difficult to find time to relax and enjoy hobbies we love, and our health often suffers from…
Continue reading How Travel is Good for Your Health →