When I was flying to Barcelona, I could save some money, but taking a flight with a 23 hour layover in Stockholm - that is just a day to explore a city in Europe and the travel costs are essentially zero. I have dubbed my method "co-extend" for combine and extend. Here is where you combine two … [Read more...] about See More. Save Money.
Saving Money
Snapshot: Costa Rica
Costa Rica offers beaches, hiking, cloud forests, bubbling hot springs, lush tropical gardens, and some of the most romantic hotels in the world. Costa Rica is vibrant; Costa Rican's are warm, friendly, passionate and proud. Don't be surprised to find a stranger wave to you on the street or yourself … [Read more...] about Snapshot: Costa Rica
50% Off Travel
50% off Travel: Fact, or Fiction? True story: Today I received an email from a client that was planning to book a car for his upcoming Hawaiian vacation; he forwarded me an email from Hertz offering 50% OFF for prepaying his car rental. Sounds like a good deal, huh? Of course, when I … [Read more...] about 50% Off Travel
Why Crusing Is a Great Budget Option
Your cruise fare includes your accommodations, on board activities and entertainment, most meals, plus transportation from port to port. You’ll know what your vacation will cost you before you go, and with advanced planning you can make payments leading up to your vacation so that your budget is … [Read more...] about Why Crusing Is a Great Budget Option
Service as a Value Added Benefit? Yes!
When we cruised with Norwegian Cruise Lines ("NCL") our concierge Anabelle took our trip from a great vacation to perfection with her easy style, vast knowledge and experience. I am neither rich, nor famous, but guiltily admit I do appreciate the occasional perk of first class travel and have … [Read more...] about Service as a Value Added Benefit? Yes!
Reno
Reno is known as "the Biggest Little City in the World" and this rings true, a bit more honest is to say Reno "the biggest small town in the World" as this hits the marker a bit closer since much of what Reno offers is small town appeal. The heart is small enough to be walkable, but don't think you … [Read more...] about Reno
Hotel Indigo
In my quest to experience new properties, concepts in travel and just step outside of my normal selection of vanilla, but safe hotels, I recently stayed at Hotel Indigo just outside of Indianapolis, in Fishers, Indiana. Hotel Indigo is a member of Intercontinental Hotel Group. In my sometimes … [Read more...] about Hotel Indigo
Top Five Money Saving Travel Tips
1. When comparing the cost of different types of vacations or diverse itineraries break it down to the cost per person per day. This is the only way to make an apples to apples comparison. If you are considering a cruise and an all-inclusive land vacation or all-inclusive vs. paying for your … [Read more...] about Top Five Money Saving Travel Tips
Costa Rica: Top 5 Romantic Hotels
Costa Rica offers beaches, hiking, cloud forests, bubbling hot springs, lush tropical gardens, and some of the most romantic hotels in the world. In honor of Valentine's week Midwest Travel Solutions is bringing you a special five part installment highlighting Costa Rica, all it offers and our … [Read more...] about Costa Rica: Top 5 Romantic Hotels
Finding the Best Price
How to Find the Best Price on Any Hotel Room in 5 Minutes or Less What is the best booking engine? Do you have any deals? What is the lowest price? Where can I get the best price? As a travel professional this is by far the number one question I am asked, even if the verbiage varies. Airfare is … [Read more...] about Finding the Best Price