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Travel Reviews, Rants, Advice & Other Dispatches from the Champagne Aisle
Welcome to my corner of the internet where travel isn’t always filtered, the opinions are very much my own, and yes—sometimes the Wi-Fi still doesn’t work, even at the $1,200-a-night resort.
This blog is part postcard, part journal, part gentle (and not-so-gentle) rant space.
And because I’m a former history teacher with opinions (and zero chill when it comes to disinformation), don’t be surprised if a post about Tuscan villas is followed by something on political hypocrisy, historical context, or why it’s time to start reading beyond the headlines.
This is where travel meets the rest of life—with humor, honesty, and the occasional eye-roll.
If you’re into luxury with a wink—and a few strong opinions—you’re in the right place.
Honest reviews of hotels, destinations, and experiences—because not everything that looks good on Instagram is worth your PTO
Practical travel advice that balances smart strategy with a love for the good life
Personal reflections on travel as a way of living, connecting, and sometimes just escaping
Occasional spicy takes on travel trends, tourist behavior, and why some people should not be allowed in business class
The Latest
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Dear Boomer: Relax, Vacations Are Fun!
Okay I know my title is a bit of a stereotype, but why are people (especially most boomers I know) so stressed out about…
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How We Survived Leaving Florida AND Our First Maine Blizzard: An Interview with Out and Abroad President and Founder, Andrew Reiser
In a shocking turn of events, it actually gets a little chilly and snows in the state of Maine. Andrew and Matt shocked the world…
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How We Survived Leaving Florida AND Our First Maine Blizzard: An Interview with Out and Abroad President and Founder, Andrew Reiser
In a shocking turn of events, it actually gets a little chilly and snows in the state of Maine. Andrew and Matt shocked the world…
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My Top 5 Aspirational Hotels
Our travel has been limited over the last few months as we have sold our Florida condo and have settled in our retreat/home in Maine.…
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A Travel Blog Without the Travel: Where Did It Go, A Personal Reflection
You might have noticed that my posts have lately been minmal. Until the other day I have not been able to put my finger as…
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A Guide to Airline Alliances and Codeshares
A Guide to Airline Alliances and Codeshares Much to my surprise, not everyone knows that most airlines are connected to a larger alliance. It is…
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A Guide to International Connections
If domestic connections stresses you out, than I cannot imagine what an international one will make you feel like! Yesterday my brother asked me what…
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Tips For Making Holiday Travel More Bearable
Traveling during the holidays generally enhances the forces that make travel miserable while minimizing what makes it joyful. Airports are packed, delays are rampant, and…
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Shhh Don’t Tell Matt About Our Secret Trip to Spain for His Birthday
The initial plan was that we were only going to travel internationally (sorry not including Canada, but don’t make me laugh) once in 2023. That…
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Our Trip To Calgary: An Introduction
We decided that a late fall trip to the only place in the Western Hemisphere more cold than Maine was in order! Well, no, our…
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Out and Abroad Is Thankful
Happy Thanksgiving my dear readers. I decided to put together a list of things I am thankful for that makes traveling internationally easier! I am…
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How We Choose Our Destinations?
I remember we were at a luxury 5-star All-Inclusive in Puerto Vallarta and on the surface, everything was fine. The food was underwhelming, but it…
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