It’s the start of the holiday shopping season, and the time of year where gift idea lists are popping up online everywhere. I created this one with the solo traveler in mind – all the selections are budget-friendly and designed to make traveling (and travel days) easier. They’re also great for gift exchanges and stocking …
Like millions of others, I was hooked on Outlander the second I watched the first episode of the Starz series back in the summer of 2014. Even though I consider myself a bit of a history buff, I’d never heard of Culloden. I’d also never heard of Diana Gabaldon or her books. My knowledge of …
Wandering solo is one of my favorite ways to travel. It’s an incredible way to experience the world, and a common theme in my writing: Table for One: Tips for the Solo Traveler | Rio Travel Consulting Five Ways to Tell if Solo Travel is Right for You | Rio Travel Consulting What I haven’t …
Every few months, a funny post about the stages of friendship or a relationship makes the social media rounds. “I will travel with you” is always listed as one of the highest. It’s practically a love language. Why? Because traveling together requires a deeper level of connection, and the quickest way to ruin a trip …
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In the past few years, the generation raised on Harry Potter has become Outlander superfans. And honestly, the evolution from wizardry to time travel just makes sense. Both series are inspired by people and places in Scotland, an endless source of creativity, and home to myths, legends, magic, and history. Luckily, muggles who don’t hear …
Travel planning can be overwhelming. You know you want to take a vacation – you might even know where you want to go – but you don’t know what to see, where to stay, how much to spend, or even where to begin. What should you do? Find a travel advisor, of course! The post-pandemic …
As incredible as travel is for mental health, an under-researched destination, unrealistic expectations, or poor planning can turn a dream trip into a nightmare. Want to travel like a pro? Read on for nine common missteps and tips for how to avoid them: Expecting Home The purpose of travel is to see new places, meet …
I was born to travel. It’s something I’ve known for as long as I can remember. What I didn’t know until I was much older is just how inextricably linked it is to my mental health, and how necessary it is for my happiness. 10 mental health benefits of travel: Physical activity. Simply put, traveling …
Do you dream about exotic adventures in faraway places, but don’t always see someone else there with you? Is your idea of the perfect trip spending your days wandering incredible destinations with exactly zero plan beyond the current moment? Have you found yourself wanting to explore the world beyond the traditional tourist destinations? And do …
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In the age of Expedia, Travelocity, Tripadvisor, and all the other online self-booking sites, why would anyone work with a professional travel consultant on their next trip? The short answer is that travel consultants are better connected, have access to benefits you don’t, and can match (or often beat) any prices you’ll find on your …
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