If you’ve missed previous newsletter emails that I’ve sent out, you can find them below! I don’t archive the What to Be Planning ones because they are typically only relevant in the month they are sent. Let me know if any of these make you eager to travel!
This month I'm highlighting a couple 2024 Christmas Market river cruise dates that have a discount for solo travelers! Typically solo travelers pay what's called a single supplement - an up-charge to keep a cabin or room that usually fits 2 people for just 1 person. These two itineraries below have that up-charge at just 10%! This is much less than the normal 50%+, making these last minute river cruise options amazing deals if you can make the dates work!
Read MoreIf Tahiti has ever been on your bucket list, now's a great time to start planning your trip. There are some amazing sales (I'm talking about up to 35% off regular room rates that represent thousands of dollars in saving!) going on now that you don't want to miss!
Read MoreI know, I know, it's still summer! You can't think about Spring Break now... but I promise you, if you think about it now, you'll get better pricing, better availability and you won't be scrambling to plan your family's Spring Break trip later! Since I know most people already think about Mexico and the Caribbean for Spring Break, I'm here to offer a couple more unique suggestions for Spring Break 2025.
Read MoreI'm throwing the usual planning guide on its head this month: instead of telling you what to plan, I'm going to tell you what you shouldn't be planning for 2025, and that is Italy, particularly Rome.
Read MoreSomething that's often on people's bucket lists are those overwater bungalows. Most often found in the Maldives, Bora Bora, or even sometimes in the Caribbean, if you've ever wanted to experience this type of relaxation, you should start planning now!
Read MoreThis month I recommend you grabbing your calendars and figuring out what your plans are for holiday travel - specifically Thanksgiving and Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa-time. The December holidays are a particularly popular time to travel, as many people's work slows down then and kids are off school, and with that popularity comes increased demand...and increased cost.
Read MoreMorocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt and the like are typically year round destinations, but going in September through November or February through April are the best times to visit as the weather tends to be dry and warm then.
Read MoreShoulder season - the term for the time between peak season and completely off-peak season travel - is a great time to travel to destinations on your bucket list. Being adjacent to peak season means that the weather is usually pretty good still, but the destinations won't be as crowded, and availability will be greater (pricing typically is favorable too)!
Read MoreIt's always a good idea to plan travel as far in advance as you can, so in January, I recommend thinking about your summer travels. And as always, I'm here to help you plan out your trip!
Read MoreThis month for the holidays, consider planning a trip for your whole family. I can't think of a better gift to give your loved ones. Of course I'm always here if you'd like me to work on the trip!
Read MorePeak season for Europe travel is between June and early September. If you're thinking of using summer break to get your family to Europe, it's time to start the planning to ensure you have a good selection of hotels and activities still available!
Read MoreWe're heading into the tail end of fall, and if you're from the midwest, you know that means cold is coming (if it hasn't already arrived where you live). If you've got ideas to get away from the cold this winter or spring, you should start on them, like, yesterday!
Read MoreWe are less than 6 months from St. Patrick's Day, so if you've ever thought about spending it on the Emerald Isle, now's the time to plan it for 2024! See if you can spot a leprechaun, or take the time to enjoy a Guinness or Jameson in a local pub. Ireland over March 17th is a special event. And bonus: Delta flies nonstop to Dublin now!
Read MoreSummertime in Europe is considered the peak season - meaning it costs more, is busier, and popular destinations, accommodations, or tours can have limited availability quickly. July is an excellent time to begin planning your 2024 summer Europe trip! Ensure you get the flights, hotels, tours, and tickets you want before they are gone or way too pricey. Europe has seen a booming 2023 summer season, it's expecting an even bigger 2024!
Read MoreThis bucket list destination is one that requires advance planning to achieve. For those who want to hike the Inca Trail (which has varying levels of treks available), the permits can go quickly. A good rule of thumb is to book about 8 months in advance. The peak season (and thus most popular for trekkers) is between late March - May and then again September - mid December.
Read MoreBecause these are usually both larger ticket items AND bucketlist items for many people, it's best to begin the planning a year or more in advance. Many people take their first safari by making the long flight over to Kenya or Tanzania for calving season (January - March, typically) or for the season of river crossings (November - December, usually).
Read MoreGenerally, spring break falls sometime in March and is one of the most expensive times to travel to places warm and beachy. To try to avoid some of the cost and get the best availability, it's best to book early... like now!
Read MoreMARCH is great for Europe in Fall & Winter!
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