What to Do and Where to Eat in Fredericksburg, Texas: My Favorite Stops
Fredericksburg is one of those Texas towns I keep going back to. Here are my favorite places to eat, shop, browse, and explore without trying to do everything.
Before Disney: The Places That Made Me Love Summer Travel
Before Disney and Universal, my summer travel memories started with Eldridge Park, the Troy Fair, Darien Lake, and Hersheypark.
When Hotel Bookings Go Wrong: Why I Prefer Booking Direct
I’ve written before about why I usually book hotels directly instead of using third-party sites. Most of the time, everything goes exactly as planned and it probably doesn’t matter much who handled the reservation. The difference shows up when something…
Why I Don’t Try to Do Everything on Vacation Anymore
I used to think a good vacation meant fitting in as much as possible. Now I plan differently — with more room to rest, change plans, and actually enjoy where I am.
Is It Better to Book Hotels Direct? What I’ve Learned With Hilton
I almost always book hotels direct. Loyalty points, better odds of upgrades or discounts, and fewer headaches when something goes wrong are the biggest reasons why.
What to Do When Things Go Wrong at Walt Disney World
Things can go wrong even on a carefully planned Disney World vacation. Here’s what we learned from medical emergencies, a dead car battery, and other real-life problems.