We will now look at how to book a vacation home for those who want more comfort than hostels can provide. In the last installment of our two-part series on choosing accommodations, we discussed booking hostels. Today we will look at vacation rentals with a goal to find more reasonable rates than standard hotels. Getting your foot in the door If you like taking moderate risks, I would recommend trying Priceline to book a vacation home. Priceline allows you the chance to place bids on ... continue reading...
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How to Propagate Hydrangeas
6 Easy Steps to Propagate Hydrangeas I used to hate hydrangeas. And roses. But, let's stick with hydrangeas for now because I hated them for the same reason. My mother had so many that I became immune to their beauty. They shared equal billing with kudzu and weeds, something else that we had a lot of. Like many kids, I hadn't yet developed an appreciation for all that they were. Luckily, I grew out of my aversion to them and now welcome them gladly into my life and more specifically, my ... continue reading...
My English Cottage Garden Redux
My English Cottage Garden Redux Have you ever had a vision of creating something fantastic and the outcome only registered a "blah"? That's precisely what happened when I bought my house in 2001. I had just sold my townhouse and had a dream of living in an English Cottage Garden. Three-hundred square feet of outdoor space wasn't going to cut it. I needed something more substantial that would allow me to realize my vision of a garden in the Cotswolds. Except, the location would end up being ... continue reading...
Make a Cruising Checklist [THE NEWBIE’S GUIDE, Part 4]
Here's your primary Cruising Checklist Now that you've booked your cruise, it's essential to make sure that you take care of a few things before leaving. Here's a handy cruising checklist to assure that you will be ready before the ship leaves: Check with your medical and renter’s/homeowners insurance to see if you and your belongings are covered by your current policies when traveling abroad. Check with your cell phone carrier for international rates; beware of excessive roaming ... continue reading...
How to Board a Cruise Ship [THE NEWBIE’S GUIDE, Part 3]
What should you expect when boarding a cruise ship on Embarkation Day? You've decided that you want to give this cruising thing a go. How do you board a cruise ship and check in as a passenger on embarkation day? What should you expect when you arrive at the port? Let's answer some frequently asked questions. How do I check in? Each Cruise Line is different, but Celebrity allows you to check in well before your sail date. If it’s possible, I would recommend that you do ... continue reading...
