by steveg | Mar 18, 2025 | Weekly Travel Alert
Cruise lines in Europe are reporting that overwhelming river and ocean cruise bookings have been made this winter. Get this. Viking River Cruises just announced that 89% of its river cruise inventory for 2025 is SOLD OUT. Add to this 88% of their total capacity, which...
by steveg | Mar 11, 2025 | Weekly Travel Alert
I continue to be amazed that people book directly with an airline. This is my 39th year in the travel industry and I just don’t understand why people will accept poor service, allow the airlines to waste your time, and in many cases pay more for travel. Below are 6...
by steveg | Mar 4, 2025 | Weekly Travel Alert
Traveling internationally is getting more complicated every year. I have made this list to make sure you don’t have many hiccups along the way. Valid Passport – Check the expiration date of your passport. Ensure that it is valid for at least six months beyond your...
by steveg | Feb 25, 2025 | Weekly Travel Alert
Tipping can be one of the most confusing aspects of travel, yet it’s essential for rewarding great service and ensuring hospitality workers—many of whom rely on tips as their primary source of income—are fairly compensated. While most travelers are familiar with...
by steveg | Feb 18, 2025 | Weekly Travel Alert
The Southwest Airlines Companion Pass is one of the best travel deals of the year. The pass lets you bring a companion with you on any Southwest flight for free (plus the cost of taxes and fees that are as low as $6 one-way). Normally you have to earn 135,000...
