by Marybeth Bond | May 1, 2016 | Travel, Featured
Let me share my travel tips of how to avoid theft, frauds and over-paying. 1.) Avoid baggage fees. Depending upon the airline you can pay $15 to $75 for the first checked bag, and more for overweight bags. When possible, pack lightly enough to carry-on one bag or...
by Marybeth Bond | Jan 13, 2016 | Luxury, Cruising, Cultural Exploration, France, Dining, Travel, Luxury
The mere name Burgundy evokes splendid wines, fine cellars, history and epicurean feasts. The secret is out among wine and food connoisseurs — the best way to sample it all is aboard a luxury barge cruising along the Burgundy canals. Barging...
by Marybeth Bond | May 11, 2015 | Paris, Travel, Hotel Security Tips, France, Romance
What exactly is a Francophile? Someone who appreciates French history, culture, fashion, art and cuisine, and that describes me. Ever since I lived in Paris, for four years when I was in my 20’s, I jump at every opportunity to go to France. Last month I jumped...
by Marybeth Bond | Nov 13, 2014 | Best Travel Apps, Safety Tips, Travel, Featured, Travel, Solo Travel Tips
Travel safety for woman is the number one concern for students, seniors and world adventurers. I’ve written chapters in my books and spoken at universities and at travel shows about “how to stay safe and travel the world”. Here are ways to prepare...
by Marybeth Bond | Jul 16, 2012 | Adventure, Featured, Travel, Switzerland
Travel Expert, Marybeth knows how to add an adrenaline rush to every vacation. My motto is “active days and comfortable nights” with a dash of adrenaline for the thrills. Here are my favorites from Europe, Canada and beyond. In the Swiss Alps I stepped...
