Category Archives: Plan

Tips: Canceling an Air Canada Flight for Aeroplan Points

Recently, we purchased Air Canada tickets for a return trip and canceled the flights choosing to convert the value of the ticket into Aeroplan points. In this post, we share why we chose to do this and some tips for you to decide if you should do the same.

Review: Gecko Rent a Car in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

On our most recent trip to Mexico, we decided to rent a car to facilitate getting around between Puerto Vallarta, Punta de Mita, and Sayulita. In this post, we share information about driving in Jalisco/Nayarit and our experience renting with Gecko Rent a Car.

10 Tips: Planning a Trip to Crete

The fourth stop on our Big Fat Greek Summer Vacation was the island of Crete! Here are 10 tips to help you plan a trip to Crete.

6 Practical Tips for Visiting Athens in August

We spent 2 full days in Athens in August and share 6 practical tips to plan your visit to the city.

4 Days in Corfu: Our Trip

We spent 4 relaxing and adventure-filled days exploring the island of Corfu and its beaches, its tavernas, and its towns. In this post, we share tips and information for those looking to visit Corfu during the busy summer travel season.

3 Days in Mykonos: Tips for Non-Partiers    

We spent 3 relaxing days in Mykonos exploring the island and its beaches, its tavernas, its towns, and we visited a local winery/farm and craft brewery. In this post, we share tips and information for those looking to visit Mykonos but who want to avoid the party scene.

Greedy: Airbnb’s new policy sets disappointing precedents when booking refundable accommodations

Imagine booking a fully-refundable rate at a hotel, but still being charged a service fee if you need to cancel your reservation. This is a policy that Airbnb has implemented during these most uncertain of travel times.