As a travel writer, I spend a lot of nights in a bed other than my own. Wait…that sounded wrong. To write about travel involves travel and overnight stays in hotels are a part of my work landscape. Some properties knock it out of the park. Some are just okay and a place to sleep…
If you know even a little bit about the Disney Cruise Line’s Castaway Club, you’re probably familiar with the fact that the Castaway Club is based on tiers. Earlier this week, Disney Cruise Line introduced a fourth membership tier. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Peal membership tier. Disney Cruise Line Introduces New Pearl…
Although I’m not a fan of “pajamas on the plane” loungewear can be accessorized to look smart and keep you comfortable while you’re traveling. Soft knits don’t wrinkle and if you get cold on the plane as I do, these six sets will help keep you warm and not looking like you rolled up to…
The Mall of America was on my travel bucket list forever. Adult me isn’t really a mall person but there’s still a bit of mall-crazy teenage Jill living inside me. Even if you’re not going to shop, there’s a ton to do. We recently spent three days at the Mall of America and we only…
The Mall of America is one of America’s largest shopping malls located just outside Minneapolis. There are more things to do at Mall of America besides shopping. Even if you don’t consider yourself a “mall person” or don’t particularly enjoy shopping, there are plenty of fun activities here. My family spent 2+ very full days…
There’s good news this Veteran’s Day for active du and retired military: Universal Orlando Resort has announced the sale of their 2023 Military Freedom pass plus additional offers. If you’re in this category, this pass will allow families to visit Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure from 11/10/2022 through 12/24/2023, with limited blackout dates. …
While Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky doesn’t isn’t (and probably won’t ever be) as sought after as Yellowstone or Glacier but it’s definitely worth putting on your “parks to visit” radar. Here’s what I wish I’d known before I planned my visit to Mammoth Cave National Park. What I wish I’d known before I…
I had a unique and wonderful opportunity last week to get a preview of Royal Caribbean’s newest ship and its newest class of cruise ship class. The Icon of the Seas which is available to book for early 2024 sailings is the first of the line’s brand-new Icon Class. 2024 Bookings for Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas…
St Landry Parish is located 28 miles from Lafayette. St Landry Parish is made up of two cities (Opelousas and Eunice) and a smattering of small towns and unincorporated villages, which adds some outside-the-big-city fun to your Louisiana travels. Visit St Landry Parish as a standalone destination or as a side trip from another city…
If Lafayette Louisiana is on your list of places to explore, here are some fun places to check out if you want to play “Cajun for a day.” Cajun for a day in Lafayette Louisiana I was the guest of Lafayette Travel for my “Cajun for a day” in Lafayette Louisiana See how the sausage…