I’m embarrassed by how long it’s taken me to post again after having my baby girl back in February, but I’m back at work full time and simply haven’t felt like it when I have a spare moment! I do have a few minutes to share a useful tip I discovered about adding a lap…
How to Save Money with the Paris Museum Pass
Paris is one of those cities with endless museums and tourist attractions. Visiting them all can really add up. That’s where the Paris Museum Pass comes into play. With the Paris Museum Pass, you can visit more than 50 museums and monuments in Paris and the surrounding area for one low price. Here’s how to…
Booking Air France Air & Rail Trips with Miles
Last year when planning our trip to France, I decided to start our itinerary in Alsace. That meant we needed to figure out the fastest way to get ourselves to Strasbourg. I wanted to use Flying Blue miles for our flights so that left two options. We could either fly on KLM through Amsterdam to…
The Complete Guide to Earning the Southwest Companion Pass
Even though I hate Southwest’s boarding process, they’ll always be my preferred airline for one reason: the Companion Pass! With the Southwest Companion Pass, your travel companion can fly for free for a minimum of a year. All you have to do is pay the taxes! My husband and I always make sure one of…
Why You Should Book Hotels for Next Year Now
It can be hard to think about travel during a time like this. However, there’s no harm in thinking about where you might want to go when things settle down. In fact, now might be the best time to book a hotel. Why’s that? Due to COVID-19, hotel brands like Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt are…
What to Pack for Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Hiking the Inca Trail is one of the most rewarding ways to visit Machu Picchu. It’s suitable for beginner hikers and doesn’t require a ton of gear. However, the weather in the Andes can be variable as you gain and lose altitude. Here’s what to pack for hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Gear…
Getting a New Passport Fast and In Person
I got married last October and finally got around to updating my name on my passport at the end of May. I mailed my application with plenty of time to get it for my trip to Croatia in July. Only problem? I forgot to sign the form! With flights booked with my new last name…
How to Change Your Name with Global Entry
It took me almost a full year to get all of my forms of identification and points and miles accounts changed to my new last name after marriage. After updating my passport, Global Entry was my last stop. If you get a new passport, it’s easy to update your Global Entry account online. However, if…
Ultimate Guide to the Japan Rail Pass
Japan is great for a lot of reasons but one of my favorite things is how efficient it is to travel by train. Even if you’re spending most of your time in Tokyo, you’ll likely travel by train at some point. Depending on how extensively you plan to move about Japan, it may make sense…
Can You Travel with a Passport in Your Maiden Name?
The quick answer is yes. You’ll likely have to if you decide to plan a honeymoon. I’ve flown with my maiden name passport two times now. There first was right after we got married for our honeymoon. There’s no time to change your passport to your married name before the honeymoon so simply book your…