How I Vacationed for 16 Days

In this 2-part post, I share how I vacationed for 16 days in the middle of July. Donovan joined me for a few days. The first stop I made in Orlando was business for Lead4Change. My reservations included three Hilton Grand Vacations properties: Las Palmeras, McAlpin-Ocean Plaza, and Lagoon Tower.

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Is it time to divorce your suitcase after 12 years?

Is it time to divorce my suitcase after 12 years? I purchased luggage from Marshalls 12 years ago, and it has traveled everywhere: Arizona, California, Jamaica, Mexico, and Spain. It looks great from a distance. However, the luggage is showing wear and tear. I refuse to throw it away. I

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What I Learned in Boston

I went on a “free” road trip to St. Louis, took a “free” flight to Cancun (paid the taxes), and now I am heading to Boston on a scholarship. This post is about what I learned in Boston. I am off in the summer, but I believe in professional development.

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Start the Plane! Roundtrip Flight to Cancun for $72.60.

This post is about my roundtrip flight to Cancun for $72.60. I flew nonstop during Spring Break. Before I began my blog, I accumulated 31,835 Wanna Get Away points with Southwest Rapid Rewards. It is time for a free trip, and I will save money on the flight and accommodations.

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My road Trip to St. Louis

My Road Trip to St. Louis

My road trip to St. Louis was about business. Because I am a high school counselor, I frequently travel with high school students on college tours. On this road trip, I accompanied newly admitted students to HSSU. Do you have school-aged children or friends that are educators who need chaperones?

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5 Steps You Can Take to Save Money to Travel

I will share five steps to save money to travel. Before I list the steps, I will share my goal for 2022 to earn a companion pass with Southwest Airlines. I surpassed the 2021 goal; I achieved A-List Preferred. Before you follow the five steps, think about your 2022 goals.

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How I Started 2019 Traveling

In this post, I share how I started 2019 traveling. I booked a roundtrip nonstop flight on Southwest to Phoenix, Arizona. I left Chicago on New Year. In hindsight, I did not think about the logistics of this trip. I booked my accommodations near Fashion Square Mall and T.J. Maxx.

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How I Traveled the Day Before Thanksgiving for $42.50

In this post, I share how I traveled the day before Thanksgiving to Milwaukee for $42.50. My blog is not about where you should travel. I reveal my travel experiences based on personal preferences, but you may do things differently. Where can I go on my day off before Thanksgiving?

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How I Traveled Through Portland Solo

How did I travel through Portland solo? I use several credit cards to pay for my vacations based on points I accumulate with airline and hotel rewards programs. For this trip, I booked the hotel on my Amex Hilton Honors. I charged the flight to my Southwest Rapid Rewards card.

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