Hostels are not just for younger travelers

My international travels did not begin until I was 47. I was on a super tight budget, so I learned about hostels. Everything I read talked all about the party life for young people. Was I crazy to...

Ten Easy Tips for a Successful Cruise

Cruises are simple getaways that include something for everyone. Their great for families with kids looking for entertainment, couples looking for a few days off and solo travelers who want to...

Best Time to Cruise on the Yangtze River

One of the most asked question when booking a cruise on the Yangtze River is “What is the best time to cruise the Yangtze River?” China is a vast country almost the same size as the...

13 Tips for Booking Small Ship Cruises

Small ship cruises are often bound for wonderfully far-flung places that involve complex flights and connections, hotel stays before or after the cruise, and things to figure out like tourist visas...

Lefkada Island, Greece

My first trip to Lefkada Island... Short impressions from my point of view. If you intend to go to Lefkada I assumed that you briefly informed about this island, like I did it, over the...

Take your passport with you to book transport tickets

When buying bus, train or boat tickets at the counter, some countries require you to show your passport. It is not always the case, and it is more frequent with trains and boats than buses. Take...