It’s writing “vacation” on the calendar and excitedly counting down the days until travel. It’s the flutter of butterflies in your stomach as the plane taxis toward the runway. It’s waking up to sunshine and bird calls and hearing waves lap the shoreline. It’s having time to stretch, breathe, and relax with the people you love most. When we think about traveling again, we feel excited. When we think about treasured memories from past trips, we smile. We dream about our next adventures around the world. If you’re longing to travel like we are, we’d like to introduce you to…
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Dreaming About Travel
We may be housebound, but the spirit of travel remains within us. Dreaming about embarking on a journey to a new-to-you destination is invigorating for both the mind and soul. It is the perfect time to plan. Sharpen your pencil, grab a map, and imagine the possibilities for your next adventure, no matter how big or small it may be. Write a rough list. Make it long or keep it short, but brainstorm an initial list of any and all destinations that have been on your mind and in your heart. Go deeper. Are you drawn to the sea? Do…
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Spicing Up Your Romantic Resort Vacation: An A to Z Guide
When it comes to planning a special resort vacation, it’s not just the destination and resort that make your time away together incredible – it’s the little touches that help spice up your getaway. But it’s not always easy to think of new ways to connect with your loved one, even if you’re on a beautiful vacation. Our list of romantic resort ideas to spice things up is as easy as A – B – C! Adult-only resorts: When considering your romantic getaway, we highly recommend the luxury and peace of an adult-only resort. While many family-friendly resorts have adult-only…
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Ask the ETW Agents: Pack Like a Pro
with tips from Bill, Kathy, Roberta, Lois, Paula, and Stephanie Your vacation is planned. You’ve bought a new swimsuit. Your suitcase is laying open on your bed, waiting for you to begin filling it with shorts, swimwear, and sandals. Your eyes scan your room, taking in the multiple piles of clothing heaped upon toiletries tossed upon shoes. Where do you begin? Let us help. We have many years of travel under our belts, and we have learned a thing or two over the years when it comes to making our packing lists and checking them twice. Here are some of…
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8 Tips for Smooth Holiday Travel
Traveling in the middle of the busy holiday season can turn even the most seasoned traveler into a Grinch. Whether you are flying, driving, or riding to your destination, these 8 tips for smooth holiday travel can make the trip less stressful. Confirm Reservations – Don’t let a schedule change or computer glitch jeopardize your travel plans. Confirm the details of all reservations 24-48 hours before you travel. Verify all flight or route schedules, check pickup times and locations for transportation, and contact your hotel to review room requests. Check In Online – Whether you’re flying, cruising, or even staying…
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