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As a travel agent and DIY traveler, I’m always looking for deals for my clients and followers to try on their own! Never have I ever used a search engine that completely had the customer/user in mind when it was created. I’m excited to introduce WayAway.

In the past, there have been websites that state it scans all airlines. You search for a flight and 14 other sites pop up.  Some of those sites are now in my Facebook ads and on my tv with commercials. They were great back in the 90s and up until now. But now there’s a different new kid on the block!

Let’s learn about WayAway! In summary, you get:

  The best coverage in the US

WayAway compares airfares offered by all major US and global airlines and agencies.

  Quick service

The WayAway Plus membership plan includes 24/7 customer support for all...

Do you overpack for trips? Just throw it all in the bag? Complete outfits for each day with the shoes that match? Do you worry if you have packed enough or have forgotten anything? What about the weight of your bag? Do you pay for overages? Scroll down to see the steps I take to be #TeamCarryon and can fit 5 days and 4 nights with accessories and shoes into my tiny luggage. You’ll see what is suggested and what I do to tweak it!

Research and Plan

Before you pack, find out the weather forecast during your visit and google the scenery of the spots/excursions you would like to visit. This will help you determine the type of clothes, fabric, and colors you will pack.

If it’s cold then you need a sweater/jacket. If it’s hot then light cotton.  If your pictures will be in spots that are dark or dull then you need vibrant colors to make your pictures pop. If you will be in a vibrant area, then you need some neutrals for your to stand out in your pictures.

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There are two main trusted traveler programs are run by our federal government. TSA Precheck and Global Entry let you go through special security lanes at the airport, which usually means faster and less intrusive screening. If you are anything like me,  then these programs are lifesavers and assist you in catching flights! Below we will examine them and others to see which is right for you.

TSA Precheck

To get TSA PreCheck you must pass a background check. The government is checking to see if you are considered “low risk.” Once you pass, you are issued a “known traveler number.” That number is to be used when making reservations with airlines. Add it to all of your loyalty accounts. If you print a boarding pass and it’s not there, go to counter to add the number and reprint them. There should be a little logo that allows you to zip past security by keeping your belt and shoes on, electronics and liquids can stay in the carry-on.

Note: each...

I'll be honest! I decided to become a travel agent to get the perks and discounts a regular person couldn't get and travel for cheap with my kids. I wanted to travel the world and show my kids what my parents made possible for me to do at their age. I wanted my kids to see that after the divorce, life would still be fun and rewarding with one parent. Traveling with kids sounds hard and scary. The truth is it can be. And while I'm not well put together or the expert in kids travel I can offer you 5 great tips that will help you get out with your little ones and explore the world.

1. Research Your Destination THOROUGHLY. When traveling internationally with kids, make sure you research transit to and back, attractions, resorts, etc. A lot of us look mainly at price but don’t take into consideration the hassle it takes to get to a place and back. What is required to enter? Passport/visa/both?Should I go plane or cruise? Will it appeal to all of the kids?  Should you stay...

Long gone are the days you need to depend on somebody for something. We have access to everything at our fingertips via marvelous apps! Travel agents were your go to for planning trips but if you are a DIY person, then I’ll share my top 5 apps that even I, a travel agent, use even booking flights. I’ll also show you my process!

**Hopper

I want to mention that on Hopper, you don’t book flights. But it does help me with finding the best time to buy a flight if I have to caught on to an airline’s pricing schedule yet. Just search flights and track prices until you see a good deal.

Kayak

Kayak is considered old but it keeps itself up to date with up and coming new apps. I use it because it’s not complicated an it has that beautiful calendar that shows you if it’s cheaper or expensive to fly on certain days. It’s sort feature is like no other too! I made an account with them a while back and even now when I book flights, rent cars, plan...