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9 Things to Pack for Unpredictable Fall Weather: Because it can still be unseasonably warm (or cold) for Thanksgiving and Christmas. … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Holiday Travel Survival Guide

How to Save Money for Travel: Step by Step Make a Plan First things first, you must make a plan. Without a plan, you’re just going through the rest of the motions aimlessly. You might have a vague idea that you want to travel or that you’d like to spend a few months in Europe or perhaps fly to South America to learn Spanish.  … [Read more...] about How to Save Money for Travel: A Step by Step Plan

When you have been lucky enough to visit more than forty countries across the world, it’s fair to say that you start to automatically pick up the routine of what it takes to make sure that you have the best and most stress-free time possible! With a lot of travel, comes a lot of knowledge about the ins and outs of being a seasoned explorer, and it’s time for you to learn some of the things that I have learned over the years. Here are some of the things that you should always do before going abroad. … [Read more...] about 8 Things you Should Always do Before Going Abroad

Not far from the bustling city of Mantua is a far different town, one that when I visited was oddly quiet but captivating thanks to the unique lines and angles of the architecture and public spaces. I was in Sabbioneta, an early example of urban planning from the 15th century. More fortress than town, Sabbioneta was built by the powerful Gonzagas and the thick city walls and ramparts are all still completely intact. It was more than the defenses that interested me though, the grid pattern of the streets and the impressive squares and monuments are all what drew my attention almost immediately. Meant to impress, the Duke’s palace, the theater, churches and more are all on a scale and designed with a level of beauty that may have been representative of the era, but which are rare to find today. I wouldn’t recommend spending a lot of time there, but if you’re in Mantua definitely spend an afternoon or even a day exploring the strange little town of Sabbioneta. … [Read more...] about 7 Under the Radar UNESCO World Heritage Sites I Love to Visit

If you plan to sign up for more than one card, Johnson said you should do so every three months rather than all at once. That way, it will be easier to meet the spending requirements to earn the bonus points. This strategy is also a good idea because you might improve your chances of being approved for cards if you spread out your applications. Opening new lines of credit can affect your credit score, but Johnson said she’s seen little impact on hers. … [Read more...] about How to see the world without spending a bundle