There are many common travel scams out there to watch out for. Here are some of the most common ones you might encounter.

Everyone has things they rely upon while traveling, and each location has its own specifics. My family definitely has lists of things we would be lost without if we are on a cruise or at the beach. Here is a list of our ten must haves when visiting a Walt Disney World park:

It can be a challege to exercise while traveling. The room is small or shared with other family members. The hotel gym likely has a limited selection of equipment and no classes. Exercise is one of my priorities when I travel, especially because I want to be able to sample regional cuisine without worry.

Check out the different cruise lines. Each has its own price point and vibe. Some are more common with an older, sedate crowd. Others have a more party vibe. Some are great for kids and offer lots of activities and vibrant kids clubs. Figure out what kind of traveler you are first, then seek a cruise line to suit you.

Have all travel documents needed to travel to your destination READY in a place you can easily access them. A small travel pouch you keep on your person is a great idea. A good travel agent will make sure you know what you need! Check that passport expiration date - some places require a passport to have an expiration date months after your anticipated travel dates.

Here’s an idea for keeping kids occupied on a long road trip.

One of my favorite things to do when traveling is to learn if any movies or television shows were shot on location where we are going. If there are, I watch or rewatch them and map the locations out. When I visit, I then go to see as many of them as I can while there. 

     Cruising is one of my favorite types of travel, but rooms aren't huge, so you definitely don't want to have many suitcases. But you also want to have all of your favorite things. So I am going to share my packing list, cruise edition.