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Feb 14 2023

Biggest Travel Trends for 2023

Travelers are optimistic about 2023 and records in the travel industry are being broken as the world talks much less about the pandemic. There are other world events to consider, such as the ongoing war in Europe and warnings about… Read more

Jan 31 2023

It's National Plan a Vacation Day!

Have you ever heard of National Plan a Vacation Day? It's a real thing and is observed each year on January 31st. It's a day to encourage Americans to plan their time off for the whole year at the start…

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Jan 24 2023

Cruise Secrets from an Expert 

I don't call myself an expert on many things, but cruising happens to be one of my areas of expertise. After taking 45 cruises, I've learned a lot of things! Cruising may seem like a simple type of vacation, but…

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Jan 17 2023

Understanding Air Travel 

Airlines have terminology that is difficult to understand. Sometimes it feels like they've created a language all their own. It can definitely make the rest of us confused sometimes! Let's discuss some of the common terms you'll hear. 

Types of…

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Jan 10 2023

Important Things To Do Before You Leave For Vacation 

It's exciting when you're packing for that long awaited vacation you've been dreaming of for months. But before you embark on your trip, there are some very important steps for you to take. Make sure to cross these items off…

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Jan 6 2023

Do Women Like to Travel More Than Men? 

We see lots of images and stories about men climbing Mt. Everest, launching surfboards into the Pacific, mountain biking down rocky trails, and commanding yachts or safari vehicles. But the travel industry knows what the average American does not. That…

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Dec 20 2022

Reasons Smart Travelers Book Their Travel Early 

 A common question I get is "When should I book my trip?" Generally speaking, the earlier the better, but it depends. Cruise lines and land tours publish their best rates months and even years out and offer early bird discounts…

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Nov 8 2022

Tips for Exploring Alaska 

For most of our clients who haven't been, Alaska is on their bucket list. Over the years, we've sent lots of travelers to this great state and we've seen a far share of mistakes that people make when they travel…

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Nov 1 2022

Why It's Safer to Book with a Travel Advisor 

2022 has definitely been the year of the travel advisor. Although it's been a hectic and busy year, agents are grateful that travel is back and booming. Most are seeing record-breaking bookings and a higher interest in travel than pre-pandemic…

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Oct 18 2022

Why Don't Americans Use Their Vacation Days? 

America has a new nickname- The No Vacation Nation. More than half of all working Americans don’t use all of their paid vacation days, according to an annual report from the U.S. Travel Association. One of the reasons may be…

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Sep 6 2022

The Latest Travel Trends

It's fun to see what people are interested in and what they are thinking about travel right now. I'm a member of ASTA, the American Society of Travel Advisors, and they just released some research statistics that I find interesting…

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Aug 9 2022

The Truth About Last Minute Deals 

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…

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Jul 5 2022

Cruising Tips Everyone Should Know

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…

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Jun 14 2022

Summer Travel Tips: How To Stay On Your Budget

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…

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May 3 2022

Five Far Flung Destinations You Can Visit Without a Passport

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…

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Apr 26 2022

Travel Nightmare: Losing Your Luggage

You’ve arrived on vacation, but your luggage decided to go its own way. How do you keep from panicking at the thought of a vacation without your clothes and essentials? This happened recently to someone on a trip with us…

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Apr 19 2022

Which is Better: Global Entry or TSA PreCheck?

If you're looking to drastically speed up your travels- these two programs are what you need! They’re both five year memberships and are fairly inexpensive, but they have very different purposes. Here are the basics of both programs and the…

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Feb 22 2022

Is Cruising Right For You? 

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…

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Feb 14 2022

Do You Have a Fear of Travel?

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…

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Feb 8 2022

How to Avoid Winter Flight Nightmares 

You may have heard last week that Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Groundhog Day and that's supposed to mean six more weeks of winter. If it's any consolation, Phil's predictions haven't been all that accurate over the years. However…

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Feb 1 2022

What to Expect When Planning an International Trip in 2022 

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…

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Jan 25 2022

Are Cruise Lines Being Treated Unfairly? 

If you pay attention to cruise news, you know that at the end of December, the CDC announced a recommendation that people avoid cruising. This, of course, comes from the recent rise in cases of the Omicron variant of Covid…

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Jan 4 2022

Can Travel Advisors Really Help You?

With just a few keystrokes, you can find lots of cheap travel deals online. But travel advisors, believe it or not, have access to information unavailable to you to get better deals. Additionally, we receive daily deals via e-mails and…

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Dec 14 2021

Make Your Holiday Road Trip Festive and Safe 

This holiday season many of us will travel to visit family and friends. Why not make your time on the road as merry and stress-free as possible? Here are some road trip tips for a festive and safe journey! 

Keep…

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Dec 3 2021

My Best Tips for Protecting Your Holiday Flights 

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…

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