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4 Tips for Preparing Your Home Before a Trip
If you’re planning to leave for an extended vacation, you need to make sure you leave your house safe and secure while saving money you money for your trip!
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I’ve Finally Learned To Travel Lite
It has only taken me 50 years to learn to travel lite. On this last trip to California, I traveled with one backpack and one carry-on suitcase. Trust me if you knew me in real life you would in AWE!! How NOT To Pack I have FINALLY learned that I don’t NEED to have 72 tops, 4 pairs of shoes, 36 pairs of underwear. I will not wear 6 pairs of jeans. I will not wear 5 pairs of pajamas. There is NO WHERE that I travel to that doesn’t have a washing machine. HELLO?? I only travel to see my grown children in their homes. The ones with WASHERS…
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Winter Readiness!
I really don’t want winter readiness yet. I would rather be summer-ready! BUT, I live in Sandpoint Idaho, and like it or not WINTER is a comin’, and when she does, she dumps a LOT of snow on us. Check out The Husband last year. In the MIDDLE of winter! We still had so much more snow to come. So, when I say I take travel time in my car VERY seriously. (at least my car is BRIGHT orange so I can hopefully be spotted!) My Winter Steps At the beginning of winter, I make sure to fill my gas tank as soon as I’ve used a ¼ of the…
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6 Cost Effective Ways to Winterize Your Vehicle
Winter conditions can make roads dangerous. Driving under those conditions can be a real burden. Winterize your vehicle ensures that your vehicle is prepared to handle winter storms as well as to drive in snowy conditions by driving safely and servicing your car. When it comes to winterizing your vehicle, there are several things you can do that require very little effort. In this post, we list the top six things you need to do to take care of your vehicle during the winter season. 1) Wash Your Car Frequently As any used car dealerships in Madison, WI will tell you, washing your vehicle is of the utmost importance during…
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Exciting Expat Experiences To Explore
If you are keen to wave goodbye to the rat race, scratch your wanderlust itch, and do something spontaneous with your remaining years on this planet, you might be keen to look into overseas adventures ie expat. Just because you have financial debts and a mortgage doesn’t mean that you can’t plan for something more thrilling for your future. Many people are content scaling the career ladder, saving their pennies, spending time with family and friends, and allowing their life to navigate a more traditional path. However, for some people, this is simply boring and they strive for something more. Don’t feel like you have to fall into the typical…
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Here’s Why Burlington, Vermont Is The Perfect Destination For Your Next Family Road Trip
Road trips have always been part of American tradition, and this year, it has been estimated that 53% of family travelers will be taking to the road in search of adventure and unique experiences. While the Olympic Peninsula Highway, Road 66, and the Pacific Coast Highway are undoubtedly some of the most popular and scenic routes in the country, there’s one US destination that vacationing families should check out this year. For a week of watersports, sailing, shopping, and dining, head to Burlington, Vermont for a family road trip that everyone will enjoy. Here’s why you should check out this underrated vacation spot for your next holiday. Awesome campgrounds for the best RV…
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4 Tips For Dealing With Heatwaves On Your Summer Vacation!
Who doesn’t love summer vacation? It’s a chance to escape from the monotony of your usual life and experience some fun in the sun. We all enjoy the idea of a nice sunny vacation, but there’s one slight problem; it sometimes gets too hot! I know, that sounds like a ridiculous thing to say, but it’s the truth! Sometimes, you get caught in the middle of a heatwave, and it almost ruins the holiday because you’re not prepared for so much heat. Well, if you’re planning a sunny vacation to a hot country this summer, then I’ve got some foolproof tips that’ll help you deal with any heatwaves. Bring the…
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Raising a Healthy Family: Tips for Dealing with Frequent Business Trips!
Before you had children, traveling may have been one of the biggest perks of your job. In fact, it may be one of the factors that made you decide to accept the position. After all, who wouldn’t want to take advantage of all the awesome experiences traveling can offer? However, now that you have children, those frequent business trips, that what once was a perk is now a major drag. Traveling for work means missed bedtimes, school events, games, and so many other important parts of your children’s lives – especially if you travel frequently. It also means that your kids miss out on spending valuable time with YOU! However,…