Your Ultimate Vacation Guide
Your Guide : Stacey
Over the years, friends and acquaintances have often reached out for travel tips and destination recommendations. After sharing my experiences through countless messages and conversations, I realized it was time to gather everything into one easy-to-access vacation guide.
Originally from Zimbabwe, I’ve always been curious about the world beyond my doorstep. My love for travel began in the early 2010s and has taken me across continents—from the vibrant cities of Europe to the peaceful islands of the Caribbean, and through the rich histories of places like Egypt and Morocco. Each journey has shaped my outlook and deepened my appreciation for different cultures and landscapes.
I now live in North America and work remotely, which allows me the flexibility to travel several times a year. When I’m not exploring a new destination, you can find me staying active, catching up on sci-fi and Marvel films, or riding horses—a hobby that keeps me grounded and joyful whenever I’m home.
This site is my way of sharing honest tips, hidden gems, and inspiration with anyone looking to create unforgettable travel experiences. Whether you’re planning your first trip or your fiftieth, I hope you find something here that excites and empowers you.
Let the adventure begin!
Destination
Learn how to travel to the most amazing destinations in the world on a budget, find the best accommodations, and know which attractions are most worth your time.
Travel Tips
Every trip you take you learn something to take forward to the next trip. I have compiled a list of great tips from my 20+ years of travel experience to share with you.
Cruise
Cruises can be great, but with a little of our experience your voyages will be amazing. Learn when to cruise, where to cruise and what excursions to consider at your ports of call.
Top 5 Travel Tips
About a week or so before each trip, I make a list of items I don’t want to forget — which I WILL forget if I don’t write them down. It’s easiest for me to have a travel list saved as a Google Doc so I can access it online and edit it as needed.
We also take photos of our passports and driver licenses and keep them in our Google Docs and in files on our phones. You just never know when you need a backup.
We went to Amsterdam in the fall and I did a great job of looking at the forecast a few days before we left, but the forecast changed drastically 24 hours before we left and 85% of what we brought ended up being too warm to wear. Be sure to bring some extra items for weather conditions you don’t expect.
If you’re at checkout in a local shop and the cashier asks you if you’d like to pay in, say, Euros or dollars, say “Euros”. Your credit card company will automatically do the conversion into dollars so there’s no need to pay in dollars. If you say you want to pay in dollars, you will likely be overcharged because the stores may use a higher conversion rate.
Get into the habit of using sunscreen. I use it daily, regardless of the weather. You will likely be walking a lot more than you think, and even if the sun isn’t literally shining, you can get sunburned. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your hands and arms as well as your neck, chest, and ears, and don’t forget to reapply. I take a small lightweight container of sunscreen with me in my bag when I know I’m going out for the day.
Testimonials
Thomas & Heather H.
Our London experience was indescribably stupendous, far surpassing any expectations we had. The itinerary varied slightly from your recommendations, but your guidance was invaluable. Also, the accommodations you suggested were top notch.
Brandon & Tonya J.
We loved our trip to Jamaica. The people are so friendly and we've come away with several new friends. The scenery at Couples Sans Souci is gorgeous. Dunn's River Falls was an amazing experience, but be careful of the locals trying to sell their wares on the way out.
Dan & Dodi D.
You put together a “trip of a lifetime”. We had an absolutely stunning time. We loved the Couples Sans Souci resort you recommended. The food, staff, and atmosphere exceeded our expectations. Our only complaint would be that we could not stay longer.
Joel & Claudette S.
We loved our trip to Jamaica. The people are so friendly and we've come away with several new friends. The scenery at Couples Sans Souci is gorgeous. Dunn's River Falls was an amazing experience, but be careful of the locals trying to sell their wares on the way out.