Here is a question I get asked all the time. "Should we wait until closer to our travel dates to book our travel so we can get last minute deals? The answer is a resounding “No!”  Your vacation time and…

As much as I love to travel, one downside is the way my health habits change (for the worse) when I'm on a trip. If you travel a lot, leaving your healthy habits behind can become a problem. Here are…

We're hearing a lot these days about the summer travel problems with cancelled flights and over-priced hotels. However, there is one segment of the travel industry that is getting good reviews- the cruise industry. Cruise lines are seeing record bookings…

The rolling countryside, bustling cities, and charming villages in Scotland all combine to provide an excellent vacation destination. Whether you're looking for an action-packed break, a cultural adventure, or a relaxing retreat, Scotland has it all. Here are a few…

Planning a trip to a faraway place is exciting, but many travelers dread the long-haul flights. To arrive feeling rested and ready to explore, you’ll need to sleep on the plane, but that can be tricky. Noisy neighbors, turbulence, crying…

As you’ve likely heard, travel is booming this year. Because travel restrictions are dropping and places around the world have opened back up, many destinations are going to be sold out or very expensive. That along with soaring gas prices…

For many people, Alaska is the trip of a lifetime. They want to see the jaw-dropping scenery of unspoiled nature, majestic mountains, glaciers, fjords, crystal clear lakes, waterfalls, and the National Parks. In Alaska, it's still possible to be the…

Budapest is high on my list of favorite European cities. It is a city of contrasts with culture and quirky blended together. The Danube River flows right through the middle of the city, which is full of beautiful architecture while…

Cruising is more popular than ever right now and lots of cruisers are asking for cruise lines that are more all inclusive. These type of cruises can be a great value, and keep you from being nickeled and dimed during…

Ocean cruises have long been a popular way to vacation for a lot of reasons. They’re affordable, convenient, and offer travelers a fantastic getaway, usually to multiple destinations. What could be better than that? Well... maybe a river cruise! We…

While we at Vacations256 will always suggest investing in a passport, if you don't currently have one, there are still a few far-flung places you can explore. Here are five wonderful destinations to consider.

San Juan, Puerto Rico 
Puerto Rico…

Traveling with kids, especially taking a long international flight, can be tricky—little ones just don't understand the necessary logistics of getting from point A to point B. Of course, you want the experience to be as smooth as possible for…

Over the past decade, European river cruises have been extremely popular. However, fewer people seem to know that there are fantastic river cruising options right here in the USA. You have a choice of great American rivers, such as the…

I am three weeks away from my first river cruise since the pandemic began, and to say I'm excited is definitely an understatement. Since discovering this amazing way to see Europe a few years ago, river cruising has become my…

Cruising has definitely been in the news lately! If you're new to cruising, and ask a cruising fan whether you should give it a try, chances are you'll get a resounding "Yes, you will love it!" Cruise fans are like…

Fear can keep us from living our lives and achieving our dreams, and it's one of the most common reasons why people don't travel. People tell me constantly that they would love to travel, but when asked why they don't…

2021 was not the travel year most of us hoped for, but hopefully 2022 will be a year filled with new travel experiences. Vacations256 has already planned some spectacular vacations for our clients and ourselves and are looking forward to…

Visiting the Caribbean has never been more popular. Most of the islands have been open throughout the pandemic and the resorts have made it easy to visit. It has been one of the top selling destinations for our agency. If…

Traveling with children of any age can sometimes be difficult, but traveling with children who have special needs can add additional challenges and frustrations. It can seem like an impossible task, but with a little planning, it can be done…

River cruising is an experience like no other. It's a vacation that gives you a little taste of many cities and countries while your hotel travels with you, and it's a seamless travel experience that starts even before you step…

If the last few weeks are any indication, it could be a record setting holiday season for air travel. Even though the airlines have said they’ll be sufficiently staffed to handle the crowds in the coming weeks, you'll still want…

Aaaah... paradise. Throughout the Hawaiian Islands, you will find beautiful beaches, mind-blowing scenery, and plenty of shave ice and malasadas, but there are other things you definitely won’t find in Hawaii, and sometimes, that’s a good thing! 

Billboards 
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If you want to visit some of the top tourist destinations in the world, the UK should be on your list! The United Kingdom consists of Scotland, England, Wales, and North Ireland, and has a mix of attractions that will…

As a travel advisor I travel a lot! I love that delicious feeling of anticipation for my next trip and staying in undiscovered hotels and resorts. I also enjoy the relaxing feeling of revisiting a hotel or resort that I…

Even though most of Europe is now open, all the pandemic-related travel restrictions for U.S. citizens are keeping many from visiting. Since Europeans had an early and significant part in shaping America, there are plenty of traces left here that…