We’ve all heard that taking a vacation is great for our mental health. It’s a chance to get away from our stressful daily lives and go on an adventure. In addition to figuring out where you’ll go on your next vacation, you need to start saving for vacation expenses. Before we can figure out what …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Ebates. All opinions are 100% mine. People may choose not to travel for a variety of reasons, but one of the most common reasons is money. I recently posted what I figured to be what the average vacation costs a family of four for one …
Dreaming of an epic summer roadtrip? How about a relaxing day lounging on the beach soaking up the rays? January seems to give us ideas of fresh goals and better habits, while also making many of us dream of getting away from our dreary, cold weather. But if you’ve got plans to take a trip, …
You’ve read all the reasons why travel is good for you, and you’ve decided it’s time to take a vacation. After comparing whether to fly or drive, you’ve chosen to fly. Now you just need to decide when to buy plane tickets. Here are some tips that help me when researching an buying airfare. 1) Research …
Having a vacation budget planner is something I recommend for most traveling families. Money is a hot topic for the majority of couples. You certainly don’t want to start fighting about finances while you’re on your trip. If both individuals know what to expect by way of spending, there is less stress about costs while …
I went to Costco the other day without my kids or husband. I had no idea it could be such a nice experience! I’m just kidding, but it definitely was a different experience to just be on my own. As I was leisurely browsing, I found a few things I wanted to share with my …
Have you ever been planning a trip and find yourself pondering, fly or drive? I have got to tell you about a website I found that can help you make that decision. We’re planning to visit family in Missouri this summer and in the past we’ve taken trips by car and by air. It seems …
Have you ever noticed how expensive airline tickets can be in the summer time? I’m always amazed that a route I’ve bought for $225-$250 in the fall, winter, or spring, suddenly becomes $300-$350 in the summer months. For an average family of four, that adds $300-$400 to your vacation budget. However, there is a way …