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Why You Should Reserve Your Rental Car Early, and Keep Checking Back
I know I posted something about rental cars before, but thought it needed to be emphasized. I ALWAYS use Costco Travel when renting a car. I have found that their rental fees are MUCH cheaper… Read more
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What Every Traveler Needs to Know About Cellphone Charges When Traveling Outside the United States
Traveling can be exciting, especially visiting new countries, learning and experiencing their cultures, and finding unforgettable new experiences. But one thing that can quickly ruin the post-trip high is a surprise cellphone bill. Several years… Read more
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Thinking about visiting Cuba?
I’ve been there numerous times, but never to Havana or anywhere outside of Guantanamo Bay. From what I have seen, it is a beautiful place and an often overlooked and seemingly forbidden destination. At least… Read more
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What a headache!
I’m sure you have had the same type of headache. Planning a trip. For some reason, I have become the travel agent for my family and extended family. Normally, my wife is very good about… Read more
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The Bahamas: Sun, Sand, and Serenity Await
If you’re looking for the perfect mix of tropical beauty, relaxation, and adventure, the Bahamas should be at the top of your travel list. Just a short flight from the U.S. East Coast, this island… Read more
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How to Stay Fit and Work Out While Traveling
No Gym Needed! So my wife and I are in our early 60’s now and finding it more and more difficult to keep the pounds off. We don’t use the gym. My wife walks and… Read more
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Vacation down under – Sydney, Australia
A very good friend of mine is proud of the fact that he has been to every single United States national park. I have not been to all of them. I would say I have… Read more
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“The Day I Got Mugged by a Pelican (and Robbed by a Manatee): A True Tale from Robbie’s of Islamorada”
Ah, Islamorada. A slice of tropical paradise in the Florida Keys, famous for its crystal-clear waters, world-class fishing, and the one place where you can legally bribe a fish to leap from the ocean in… Read more
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Springtime in Maine:
A Coastal Getaway to Portland & Bar Harbor in April Maine is a seasonal destination. We just happened to go in April. We landed in Portland, spent the night, and then drove up to Bar… Read more
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“Vacation Safety: How to Travel Smart and Stay Protected”
If you follow the news like I do, you may recall that in March 2025, a young University of Pittsburgh student, Sudiksha Konanki, ended up missing while on her spring break in the Dominican Republic.… Read more
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My name is Alan. I have been traveling the western hemisphere and Europe for over 40 years and have gained a ton of knowledge through the school of hard knocks over the years. My aim is to help prevent you from making the same mistakes I did.
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