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Small group travel, hosted by Ilse! View Itinerary SNOWSHOEING IN TRANSYLVANIA! If you love winter and traveling off the beaten path, then this trip is your dream come true! Transylvania – the name alone conjures up images of craggy mountains, gothic castles, horse drawn carts and forests filled with hibernating bears. The reality is not that far off. Crisp winters add an extra dimension to this small corner of Europe, as snow blankets the pastures, farmsteads and woodlands.

Small group travel, hosted by Ilse! SNOWSHOEING IN TRANSYLVANIA! If you love winter and traveling off the beaten path, then this trip is your dream come true! Transylvania – the name alone conjures up images of craggy mountains, gothic castles, horse drawn carts and forests filled with hibernating bears. The reality is not that far off. Crisp winters add an extra dimension to this small corner of Europe, as snow blankets the pastures, farmsteads and woodlands. Spend a week ex

UK Administers First COVID-19 Vaccinations: “British regulators approved the Pfizer shot Dec. 2, and the country has received 800,000 doses, enough to vaccinate 400,000 people. The first shots are going to people over 80 who are either hospitalized or already have outpatient appointments scheduled, along with nursing home workers and vaccination staff. Others must wait, and health officials have said that those who are most at risk from the virus will be vaccinated in the ear

US, Mexico, Canada Border Closure Extended Another Month: The land border closure between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico has been extended through the end of December and could last even longer as America continues to see increasing COVID-19 cases. By Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure Qantas Airlines Will Require Passengers to Get COVID-19 Vaccination Before Flying: While Qantas is the first airline so far to hint at COVID-19 vaccination requirements, it might not be the last. After

US, Mexico, Canada Border Closure Extended Another Month: The land border closure between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico has been extended through the end of December and could last even longer as America continues to see increasing COVID-19 cases. By Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure Qantas Airlines Will Require Passengers to Get COVID-19 Vaccination Before Flying: While Qantas is the first airline so far to hint at COVID-19 vaccination requirements, it might not be the last. After

*I don’t receive any compensation for these recommendations* For saving space in that tiny quart bag for liquids: Disposable/dissolving sheets of shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, laundry detergent, shaving cream; no more repacking used bars of soap! Or, if you still love your bars, have you tried shampoo and conditioner bars? For your favorite scent, deodorizer or bug spray, bring a refillable atomizer or an empty spray bottle and a selection of essential oils to dilute

*I don’t receive any compensation for these recommendations* For saving space in that tiny quart bag for liquids: Disposable/dissolving sheets of shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, laundry detergent, shaving cream; no more repacking used bars of soap! Or, if you still love your bars, have you tried shampoo and conditioner bars? For your favorite scent, deodorizer or bug spray, bring a refillable atomizer or an empty spray bottle and a selection of essential oils to dilute

This comprehensive piece, published in World Nomads, explains how your travel dollars impact the world. Although this piece focuses mainly on animal conservation, know that when you travel, you also save the lives of the people in the communities you visit. BUT! You need to travel with the “right” companies … companies that keep your money in the local economy, companies that support global gender equality, and companies that protect children, animals and the environment. We,

This comprehensive piece, published in World Nomads, explains how your travel dollars impact the world. Although this piece focuses mainly on animal conservation, know that when you travel, you also save the lives of the people in the communities you visit. BUT! You need to travel with the “right” companies … companies that keep your money in the local economy, companies that support global gender equality, and companies that protect children, animals and the environment. We,

Reserve through the month of November 2020 for $1! My favorite travel partner has just announced this incredible sale on small group travel for 2021! Through November 2020, you can reserve your spot on a dream trip for only US$1; one dollar gives you something to look forward to in 2021. I’m highlighting sample itineraries in this blog, but won’t be able to cover the HUNDREDS of options. If you have a travel wish, contact me for details! Why I love this travel operator … SMAL

Reserve through the month of November 2020 for $1! My favorite travel partner has just announced this incredible sale on small group travel for 2021! Through November 2020, you can reserve your spot on a dream trip for only US$1; one dollar gives you something to look forward to in 2021. I’m highlighting sample itineraries in this blog, but won’t be able to cover the HUNDREDS of options. If you have a travel wish, contact me for details! Why I love this travel operator … SMAL

“Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” – David Mitchell I curate custom travel itineraries for individuals and groups, and I create private pre-packaged trips for small groups of likeminded travelers, using travel partners dedicated to regenerative travel. Regenerative travel means that a location is better off from having you visit. Your money stays local, enhancing the local economy; the welfare of children, animals and the environment are protected; and global gender equa

“Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” – David Mitchell I curate custom travel itineraries for individuals and groups, and I create private pre-packaged trips for small groups of likeminded travelers, using travel partners dedicated to regenerative travel. Regenerative travel means that a location is better off from having you visit. Your money stays local, enhancing the local economy; the welfare of children, animals and the environment are protected; and global gender equa

Reserve through the month of November 2020 for $1! My favorite travel partner has just announced this incredible sale on small group travel for 2021! Through November 2020, you can reserve your spot on a dream trip for only US$1; one dollar gives you something to look forward to in 2021. I’m highlighting sample itineraries in this blog, but won’t be able to cover the HUNDREDS of options. If you have a travel wish, contact me for details! Join a small group of like-minded trav

Reserve through the month of November 2020 for $1! My favorite travel partner has just announced this incredible sale on small group travel for 2021! Through November 2020, you can reserve your spot on a dream trip for only US$1; one dollar gives you something to look forward to in 2021. I’m highlighting sample itineraries in this blog, but won’t be able to cover the HUNDREDS of options. If you have a travel wish, contact me for details! Join a small group of like-minded trav