What to Expect if you Fly to Costa Rica

I share what to expect if you fly to Costa Rica in this post. For my first international trip in 2021, I decided to fly to Costa Rica. Even though I did not plan this trip, I want to provide insight into the planning process. I discovered a travel advisor.

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I Followed the Chicago Bears on the Road in a Pandemic

In this post, I follow the Chicago Bears on the road during a pandemic. In 2019, we followed the Bears to Indianapolis and Los Angeles, but COVID-19 surfaced in 2020. Even though the football season was in jeopardy, I found a way to attend a Bears game during the pandemic

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Travel Safely in the Pandemic

In this post, I travel safely in the pandemic to Miami, Florida. I received an alert on my cell phone. “Southwest now flies nonstop to Miami.” Flights started at $49 each way. I could not pass up this opportunity and Iooked forward to the sunshine to help with the pandemic blues.

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My Solo Road Trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania

This post is about my solo road trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania. Do you know about the theme park and spa in Hershey, Pennsylvania? I added the trip to Hershey to my bucket list. I woke up early Saturday morning and mapped out my entire solo road trip in three hours.

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Why I Flew to Arizona During the Pandemic

I share why I flew to Arizona during the pandemic in this post. The pandemic had me spooked. I believed I would die from the coronavirus and never see my son again. I know I was not thinking clearly, but I missed my only child. Facetime was not the answer.

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I Traveled to Las Vegas During a Pandemic

I traveled to Las Vegas during a pandemic. I wore a mask, consistently washed my hands, and used hand sanitizer when I did not have access to soap and water. Because it was hot in Las Vegas in July, I was most concerned about the cleanliness of the pool area.

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What to Expect if you Travel During the Pandemic

In this post, I share what to expect if you travel during the pandemic. I put on a mask, called an Uber, and grabbed my suitcase. After I passed through security, I immediately washed my hands. I only saw one person without a mask or face covering at Midway airport.

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Basketball, The Arch and Budweiser Tour

In this post, I travel to St. Louis, Missouri, to attend a Big Ten basketball game. I also revisited The Arch, stopped by Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and enjoyed beer tastings during the Budweiser Experience Tour. In March, I visited Harris-Stowe State University on business. However, this trip was personal.

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Black Women's Expo Atlanta

Black Women’s Expo Atlanta

Every year I debate if I will stop by the Black Women’s Expo (BWE) Chicago, and I always decide not to attend. However, I learned Atlanta is hosting BWE. Will I attend? Because I believe BWE is a great event, I booked a flight to Atlanta and purchased a ticket.

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Say YES to sales offers; 7 ways to say NO to purchasing

Say YES to sales offers; 7 ways to say NO to purchasing. Even though I am a Hilton Grand Vacations owner, I always take advantage of promotional sales offers. In this post, I want to help you understand timeshare presentations better. If you see a promotion, you will be ready.

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