By Linda Ballou, NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate Linda’s shot of a couple of happy, young locals, or Ticos, as the Costa Rican natives call themselves. Costa Rica, the poster child of eco-tourism, has so many fun, outdoor adventures options it’s hard to choose. Twenty-five percent of the country is preserved habitat to ensure the continuation […]
Whether you’re remembering a loved one who passed away in their service to the country, going to a parade, visiting a cemetery, having or attending a barbecue, shopping, or working, I hope your Memorial Day is going well. Many people also see the Memorial Day weekend as the beginning of summer and are enjoying outings […]
Rate this post Hey there, fellow traveler! As we start to hit the road again, safety is more important than ever. Whether it’s protecting yourself from germs or keeping your belongings safe from pickpockets, there are a ton of new travel safety gear options available to make your trip a bit safer and more relaxed. […]
Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, […]
Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, […]
How your approach to food when you go travelling may indicate whether you would be a perfect employee for Google Go on, load your plate high. Who doesn’t love an Ethiopian buffet? A while back*, Google wanted to determine what one question (and only one question) they could ask in an interview that would be the […]
5/5 – (1 vote) Going on a road trip can be a thrilling experience, but it can also be unpredictable and stressful if you’re not well prepared. Personally I am very fond of road trips and solo traveling and that’s why I thought of sharing some smart advice for those who love these kinds of […]
Plan ahead and book your travel in advance to get the best deals. Look for deals and discounts on travel websites, such as Expedia or Kayak. Use travel rewards credit cards to earn points or miles that can be used for flights, hotels, or rental cars. Use budget airlines to save money on flights. Use […]
Sixty-three percent of Americans identify themselves as Christians, and 43 percent plan to attend church on Easter Sunday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus. Easter is a big donation day for U.S. churches, as it usually has the year’s highest attendance rates. It’s also a significant money-maker for candy companies. Projected Easter spending on candy […]
Getting through Heathrow felt like a forced march. It took a full hour to get from the gate to the Heathrow Express train—and that doesn’t include getting through passport control. We did finally make it and in fifteen minutes were at Paddington Station, directly adjacent to our hotel. Our room, of course, wasn’t ready. Sue […]
