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…

Big Ben, The Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye...the list goes on and on. There’s nothing quite like the experience of hopping on a red double-decker bus and seeing some of the most recognizable sights in the world…

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…

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…

There has been a huge surge of bookings to Europe this summer. Despite the war in Ukraine and the ongoing uncertainty with Covid restrictions, Americans are traveling abroad in record numbers. If you're making your first trip to Europe, avoid…

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…

2022 offers many destinations that are now ready for us to enjoy. If Europe has been on your bucket list, it is now open with fewer restrictions. A visit to Europe will offer epic history, fairytale castles, Mediterranean sunsets, and…

Once upon a time, only extremely wealthy people chartered private flights. Today that fact has changed and the private jet industry is currently booming. Many people think that the costs of hiring a private plane is out of reach, but…

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…

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…

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 
In 1927…

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…

Summer may be over, but fall is a great time to discover some of the best U.S. cities! There are fewer crowds, cooler weather, and lower prices. Plus, fall foliage is a beautiful backdrop when traveling, walking around a city…

The Galapagos islands, about 600 miles off coast of Ecuador, are truly special! Penguins, dolphins, sea lions, iguanas, tropical birds, and giant tortoises all live together in this destination on the equator. Their remoteness and the absence of human settlements…

Traveling by train is BIG right now! More and more travelers are discovering just how incredibly scenic train travel can be. You can see cities, mountains, rivers, and wildlife from the seat of a train. Train travel is just a…

Iceland, the most sparsely populated country in Europe, is a great place to travel! The dramatic landscape is full of vibrant colors, stunning rivers that flow through glacial valleys, and volcanic eruptions that send floods of lava and melted ice…

Most of Europe is still open to Americans. But the requirements to get in are different for each country - and they're constantly changing. These are our top tips for booking a trip to Europe right now through 2022. 

Research…

With so many travel myths out there, it can be confusing to figure out what's actually true or not. Whether you’re traveling for the first time or have many trips under your belt, knowing the difference between fact and fiction…

If you have been following Vacations256 for a while, then you know river cruising is one of our favorite types of vacation and the clients we send absolutely love them! In my opinion, it's one of the best vacations that…

Now that the world is opening again and emerging from Covid, one thing has become clear- it's time for the bucket-list vacation!  After a year and a half of cancelled plans, travelers are anxious to fulfill their biggest, over-the-top travel…

Geneology has long been a reason to choose where to travel. Recently, an exciting announcement was made that pairs two great styles of travel: River Cruising and Family Heritage Travel. 

AmaWaterways (my personal favorite river cruise line) has partnered with …