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A solo international traveler since 15, I have been planning fabulous worldwide, flawless trips for decades. Use my years of experience to take smoother, better, safer trips.

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Our packing lists are not One Size Fits All. Whether you're packing for a beach, adventure, city, or business trip - in a carry on or checked bag - we have the list for you.

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What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

Wondering what it’s like to travel internationally now? Here’s my report from my recent trip to Playa Mujeres and Cancun, Mexico.  I opted for this destination because it’s quick, easy, and the only country that makes it easy for Americans

Eva May 28, 2021May 28, 2021 Mexico, Trip Planning, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

See the USA: Self Drive Vacations

See the USA: Self Drive Vacations

Epic Experiences creates completely customized self-drive vacations that showcase the best of America.

Eva April 2, 2021April 2, 2021 America, Destinations, Travel Booking No Comments Read more

You Say You Want Undiscovered, Uncrowded Places?

You Say You Want Undiscovered, Uncrowded Places?

Visit La Paz and Baja Sur Before the Crowds When most people think of Baja, they think of Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo and the busy tourist corridor between them. But there’s a more peaceful, undiscovered side to Baja,

Eva March 5, 2021March 12, 2021 Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Mexico No Comments Read more

New CDC Regulation for US Bound International Flights

New CDC Regulation for US Bound International Flights

How the January 26, 2021 Mandate Impacts You Effective January 26, 2021 all passengers on US bound international flights need to have results from a negative Covid19 PCR or antigen test, uploaded to their booking on the airline’s site, 3

Eva February 5, 2021February 12, 2021 Flights, On The Trip No Comments Read more

Trips of a Lifetime for 2021 and Beyond

Trips of a Lifetime for 2021 and Beyond

Planning Ahead for Those Major Vacations Delayed Last Year There are trips you can jump on last minute. Others involve advance planning because the demand is so high, and the best accommodations book up in advance. If you’ve been putting

Eva January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 Destinations, Europe, Ruins Worldwide, Trip Planning No Comments Read more

ETIAS is coming in 2021!

ETIAS is coming in 2021!

Get Ready! Europe’s New Visa Waiver for Americans, ETIAS, Debuts sometime in 2021

Eva April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 Destinations, Europe, Preparation No Comments Read more

Top Ten Ruins to Visit

Top Ten Ruins to Visit

In 1992, I took an excursion that changed the way I travel forever. Instead of spending another day moving between the lounge chairs at my Cancun hotel’s pool or beach, I took the Mayaland bus to Chichen Itza. At that time there was

Eva February 13, 2019February 13, 2019 Culture, Destinations, Europe, Mexico, Ruins Worldwide, Solo Travel No Comments Read more

Insider Travel Secrets from a Travel Specialist

Insider Travel Secrets from a Travel Specialist

A Wealth of Insider Travel Secrets that Go Beyond Facebook Memes Facebook is full of insider travel secrets, but I’ve never seen anything new. Here are a few travel tips that I hope go way beyond the ones you commonly

Eva July 19, 2018 On The Trip, Packing, Preparation, Travel Tools, Trip Planning No Comments Read more

Curious About Chile?

Curious About Chile?

Journey to the End of the World for Adventure, Natural Wonders and a Fabulous Culinary Scene Want to visit the end of the world? Chile may seem that way but the flight is actually only 8-10 hours from most American

Eva June 10, 2018June 10, 2018 Destinations, Honeymoons, Trip Planning No Comments Read more

Haciendas, Tequila and Mysterious Ruins near Guadalajara

Haciendas, Tequila and Mysterious Ruins near Guadalajara

A Brief Visit to Hacienda El Carmen, the Fortaleza Distillery and the Ruins of Guachimontones. When most people think of Mexico, they think of beaches, seaside resorts, and fabulous food. The real treasures of Mexico can be found inland, in

Eva April 10, 2018April 10, 2018 Destination Weddings, Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Honeymoons, Mexico, Solo Travel, Trip Reports No Comments Read more
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