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How To Tackle College Tours During Covid-19
Back in 2019, when the world was a very different place, I wrote a post called College Tour Planning in 5 Easy Steps. The focus was how to make the…
The Best TV Shows To Travel Europe From Your Couch
Hi fellow travel enthusiasts! I know it has been a while since you have heard from me. I am trying to keep travel relevant during COVID, but it is very…
The 5 Packing Accessories I Won’t Leave Home Without
I spent this past week helping my young adult pack up her life to go off to college. Amongst the tears, both hers and mine, we had to figure out…
Europe 101 – Tip
Dreaming of traveling to Europe with kids but can’t seem to figure out where to go? Italy is the best place to start. Italians are friendly and welcoming and are…
Barcelona Hacks- Tip
Barcelona is one of those cities that suffers from overtourism. We can see why! I think it is one of Europe’s most comprehensive cities. Before you go, be sure to…
Portland, Oregon- Tip
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California Coast – Tip
The steep and windy roads of Highway 1 are world famous but can be a little scary if you are afraid of heights. Driving from south to north allows you…
Happy Mardi Gras! Tip
New Orleans is great fun no matter what time of year. We avoid the boozy blocks of Bourbon Street and head right to Frenchmen Street for some true jazzy fun!
Iceland Hacks – Tip
The best way to combat jet lag is to schedule a bus ride directly to the Blue Lagoon after you land. It is only 20 minutes from the airport and…
College Tour Planning – Tip
College tour planning can be daunting! One of the many things you should confirm is when the school has their spring break. Make sure class is in session when you…
Siena, Italy Fun Facts- Tip
Siena is divided into 16 contrada or neighborhoods all represented by a different animal. Try this fun treasure hunt when you visit. The folks in Siena are very loyal to…
Glacier facts – Tip
The Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia Argentina is one of just 2 glaciers in the world that are growing. A fact that baffles scientists, because most other glaciers are shrinking…
Why Use Torly Travels?
The question I get asked most often is “Why should we use your service over that of a traditional travel agent?” Today we will talk about what makes Torly Travels…
Patagonia Fun Tip
Patagonia is so big that it covers more than half of each of two countries – yet its population only averages 5 people per square mile! See what it’s like…
Cinque Terre, Italy Tip
Cinque Terre, 5 beautiful hilltop towns located on the north western coast of Italy, is one of my favorite travel destinations. With no car traffic, each town is connected…
Japanese Etiquette – Tip
In Japan, it is considered better manners to snort loudly or to constantly sniffle, than to blow your nose in public!
Travel Bloopers and Outtakes
I love to travel. I love to talk about travel. I love to research travel. I love to write about travel. I love the travel part of travel. I especially…
Booking Hacks – Tip
The best day of the week to shop for and book flights is Tuesday afternoon because airlines post all their specials late on Monday and early Tuesday.
Iceland Fun Facts -Tip
We love everything about the land of fire and ice! In Iceland, consumption of Coca Cola is higher per capita than any other country. And it is one of…
Iceland Tips & Tricks
En route from North America to Europe, Iceland Air offers cheaper flights AND free stopovers in Reykjavik for up to 7 days! Check out some of our favorite tours to…
Packing Tips
Packing with compression bags is a game changer especially if you are backpacking and/or traveling with teens. Compress your clothes into half their size. Learn how here!
Fun Arctic Facts – Tip
A few years ago I sent a family to the Arctic Circle in December – a time when there was only one hour of daylight. It was so cold, they…
Tips for Getting Ready for the Big Trip!
Part 3 in a 3 part series of posts about vacation planning. In Part 1 , we told you about our family game we played this year to decide on…
The Ins and Outs of Itinerary Planning
Part 2 of a 3 part post about planning the perfect family vacation. Learn about the family game we played to help us choose our location here. Then read about…
Vacation Planning Tips Guaranteed To Get the Whole Family Involved
One of the biggest challenges about vacation planning is keeping everyone in the family engaged and motivated. It’s no fun planning a vacation and getting excited about the trip when…