Paris in 24 Hours or Less (for the First-Timer!)

Paris in 24 Hours or Less (for the First-Timer!)

Paris has a plethora of places to experience, but I have narrowed down a few 'Must-Sees' for one full day in the City of Lights, for those who have never been. Bon Voyage!

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How to Book a Train in Italy

How to Book a Train in Italy

For those of you who aren't sure how to book train transportation, this How-To Guide will help with the fear of the unknown. I chose to focus on Italy and its website, www.trenitalia.com, to help you understand the must-know vocabulary for this country in particular, before you book. Several extra tips are included.

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Tips for Travel with the Mobility Impaired & Elderly

Tips for Travel with the Mobility Impaired & Elderly

You never know what life will throw at you, whether it's years before a trip, or days.  In this post, I have collected information to make travel comfortable and successful for those who have trouble with mobility, and I hope you will find it a useful introduction for the same purpose.  If something happens to you or a member of your traveling group to inhibit their mobile capabilities prior to vacation, don't give up--there are solutions! Read more...

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How to Find Transportation Options You Can Trust--For Free!

How to Find Transportation Options You Can Trust--For Free!

While trip-planning, it's always been a bit mind-boggling to figure out which transport is offered to get from 'A' to 'B'?  Here's a simple solution and a fantastic tool I've been using for years now...and it's completely Free! (No strings attached & no sign-ups required!)  Read on:

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Traveler, Tour Director, Anglophile, and Teacher Traveling is a passion I can't get enough of. This blog was created after receiving numerous requests for travel planning advice. It is intended to present common sense solutions for your travel needs, with some history, culture, and coffee thrown in. I hope it helps you on your journey.

Smart Steps for Planning Your City Sightseeing

Smart Steps for Planning Your City Sightseeing

A friend recently asked me about planning their days in Paris.  This then led to questions about London, too.  There is so much to see, with so little time.  When you are on vacation, time is money.  How do you corral the mass of information?  Read on to discover smart methods for planning your sightseeing.

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Essentials of Driving UK-Style

Essentials of Driving UK-Style

So you are contemplating renting a car for your UK vacation, but you're not certain about driving on the opposite side of the road?  I’m proud to say that I am one of many who did it and lived to tell, and I know that you can do it, too.  In this post, learn ways to conquer your apprehension, tips for saving money on your rental, and making the most of this new skill set.

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