Old-fashioned indulgence

Accomodation, Food/Drink, Hotels, Travel Advice

Nothing says luxury to me like bread baskets, little jars of jam and ketchup, fluffy eggs, and a silver pot of tea served on a breakfast-in-bed tray. Here’s what you need to know about room service. Pre-pandemic, I lived halftime in hotels and Airbnbs. My routine...

How to not be the Ugly American

Etiquette, Travel Advice

Here are 20 tips to help you blend in, avoid offense, bond with locals, and stay safe. A reader wrote, “I’m planning a three-week trip to countries in Asia and Europe for when we can travel internationally again. I know more of the world is dressing casual (especially...

How to order coffee like an Italian

Food/Drink, Travel Advice

Cappuccino after 11 AM? Just say no. I asked Husband where he’d like to go when we are traveling again. “Italy!” was his Immediate response. “I’m craving a good cup of coffee and theirs is the best.” I don’t drink coffee. But as Husband has sampled the stuff from...

No change fees

Flights, Travel Advice

Book basic economy flights by this date to avoid rebooking fees if your plans change. One of the best things airlines did during the pandemic was to get rid of date-change fees on all new bookings. But with vaccination rates ramping up and travel purchases surging,...
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