Do I really need to travel with my passport is a frequent question here at TBK. For some destinations and cruises; a passport isn’t technically required (such as the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and some cruises in the Caribbean). Also, when I mention passport… I mean the passport book and not just the passport card (click here to […]

After planning numerous cruise vacations the past 25 years and taking many cruises myself – there are 5 factors you should consider when deciding if you should book a ship excursion or independent tour: 1. Are You New to Cruising If it’s your first cruise and are just learning the ropes of how it all works […]

Let’s address the new(ish) elephant in the room… Artificial Intelligence. It’s a recent hot topic in the travel industry… can it plan your trips for you, will it replace travel advisors, and so on. I’m by no means an expert in AI and I only recently experimented with ChatGPT (wow – impressive!). For now, I […]

Certain places have become over the top popular in recent years – attracting record numbers of visitors! Some reasons these areas are experiencing such popularity include social media (everyone wants that perfect shot), pent up demand since Covid, and people placing more value on experiences. There are a few things we can do and benefit from, in not traveling […]

After years of traveling and planning unforgettable client vacations, I've put together my best travel tips for you.
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