Costco Travel can be tempting. The packages look convenient, the prices can be attractive, and who doesn’t love a generous gift card? When you’re investing thousands into a luxury vacation, the lowest price isn’t always the best value. Here are a few things to consider: One-size-fits-many itineraries - A package may be designed for the … Continue reading Beware of Costco Travel
Category: Travel Tips
Travel Insurance Through Your Credit Card May Not Be Enough
Your credit card may offer travel protection, but is it sufficient for the trip you’ve invested so much in? Credit card coverage can come with specific eligibility requirements, exclusions, limits, and restrictions that may not align with your itinerary.
Travel Advisor vs. AMEX
People ask me all the time, “What’s the difference between booking with you and booking with a credit card travel service like American Express?” The short answer: It all comes down to service and personalization.
Procrastination Is Not Your Friend When It Comes to Travel Planning
Do you want the best travel experiences? Then, do not wait to plan! If you do, then the best hotels will be gone, and instead of being able to curate special activities, you may be left with scraps. For a more personalized trip, you should start planning with a travel advisor as far in advance as possible. Here are my recommendations as to when you should start planning if you want first choice, not leftovers:
How to Be an Ally with People of Color While You Travel
What is an “ally”? And, how is it relevant to travel? Being an ally of a person of color is all about proactively learning in order to counter your privilege, standing in solidarity with people of color, and speaking up when racism presents itself. What we do when we travel can have a significant impact on how we serve as allies.
Here are a few ways that you can be an ally with people of color when you travel:
