Monthly Archives: July 2012
Do You Want To Live Like A Local When You Travel?
People want meaningful experiences when they travel; American Express Travel even did a study that proves it. Travelers are hungry to dive deep into a country instead of flittering across its surface. They want cultural immersion. This blog post is the final in a series of how I think you can have more authentic experiences … Continue reading
Three More Effective Ways to Live Like A Local When You Travel
Experiential travel is the hottest trend in tourism. Travelers are seeking more meaningful experiences and want to immerse themselves in the culture and heritage of their destination. With that in mind I’ve put together a series of tips to help you live like a local while you’re on vacation. Here are three ideas from my … Continue reading
Effective Ways to Live Like A Local When You Travel
There was a time when tourists wanted to be fed, pampered and moved from country to country en masse only to return home thinking their vacation was a success because they had “an escape.” But now the world is more accessible and travelers are more educated about their destinations. They don’t want escape, they want … Continue reading
When a Home Exchange Isn’t a Home Exchange
We received an invitation to a wedding in Chicago and I immediately began sending out home exchange requests. Although my husband, Stan, had once lived there, I’d never really seen much of the Windy City. We decided to bring our two college-aged kids with us and turn a wedding trip into a family vacation. I … Continue reading
What is Home Exchange?
One of the most common questions I get when people find out I wrote a book on Home Exchange, is “What is a home exchange?” In this video, you’ll learn exactly what a home exchange is and how doing a home exchange can save you a fortune on your next vacation. Learn about the benefits … Continue reading
