[ad_1] When planning a trip to the San Francisco Bay Area, spending time at the beach likely isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. While it’s typically a different, chillier experience than other beach destinations in the United States, the Northern California coast is arguably one of the nation’s most striking stretches of coastline….
[ad_1] Travel has gotten a lot more hazardous lately and we’ve seemingly got 100 more scenarios to plan for to stay healthy and safe. It’s clear that we need to invest a bit more time and money to address the “What if?” questions when planning a vacation. You can add a layer of travel safety…
[ad_1] If you are planning a holiday in Scandinavia, I have some Stockholm hotels to consider in Sweden. From old Gamla Stan to Arlanda Airport hotels and central Stockholm, there’s a place for you in Sweden. Let’s start with Hotel Gamla Stan. I’m a Best Western Rewards member. When I saw that the boutique Hotel…
[ad_1] “Yes yes, that’s all good advice,” she said, “but my editor really wants to focus on what’s new in budget travel. What are people doing now to save money that they couldn’t have done a year or two ago? New social websites, apps, that sort of thing.” This was from an interview I…
[ad_1] Ideal for me, probably not for you… “I’m a ____ from _____ who makes $_____ and I want to move abroad. Where should I live?” I’ve been getting some variation on this question a few times every month in e-mails and blog post comments for more than a decade. After a while I…
[ad_1] Downtown Chandler, Arizona, has gone through a major revitalization over the past decade. As such, the Phoenix suburb is now a vibrant entertainment district filled with restaurants, breweries and bars, galleries, and more. Adding to the neighborhood’s fun, funky vibe is The Aloha motel, a midcentury roadside motel that has been restored to its…
[ad_1] Beauty, luxury, and ease describe the Corinthia Lisbon. Step inside to experience first-class hospitality with a relaxed elegance. Originally a family-owned hotel, Corinthia Lisbon has maintained the core philosophy of its founder, Alfred Pisani. If you’re seeking a five-star hotel in Lisbon, you can’t go wrong here. Though it is not in the…
[ad_1] As many of us begin to look into producing food at home, it’s easy to become enamored with small vegetable plots and food forests. So much so that we may overlook mushrooms as a wonderful addition to the self-sufficient person’s pantry. But we can easily grow mushrooms at home for about the same amount…
[ad_1] When you’re traveling for an extended period or are on a budget vacation, you often choose the cheapest option available for getting to where you need to go. You have more time than money, so a little extra hassle of a crowded local bus or walking long distances isn’t such a big deal. In…
[ad_1] Searching for a resort playground that appeals to kids and adults? Look no further than Massanutten Resort, Virginia. A four-season destination in the Shenandoah Valley, the 6,000-acre, mountain-side property has loads of activities to suit all ages. These include skiing, golfing, mountain biking, water park, and relaxing in the spa. Plus, the resort has…
