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Review: Elephant Nature Park

I want to share my experience with you all on Elephant Nature Park, a sanctuary and rescue center for not only elephants but also dogs. Let’s face it though, you’re coming specifically for the elephants. Many people assume that because elephants weigh a ton, it’s no problem to fit a few humans on their back

Review: Rimping Village Hotel

Thinking of staying in Chiang Mai for a few nights? I stayed at a boutique property called Rimping Village Hotel and here’s what I have to say about it! Location The location is so unbelievably perfect. The hotel is only about 20 minutes from the CNX airport. While it’s only a short walk to the

Review: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

If you’re thinking about a trip to Thailand, and have done even the smallest amount of research, I’m sure you’ve read about the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Many years ago (and even in some parts of the country today), the floating markets were a traditional way for locals to buy and sell produce from their

Review: Bangkok Grand Palace Wat Complex

After getting back from my trip to Thailand, I’m excited to share all of my experiences with you as to what to expect when going to the Bangkok Grand Palace Wat Complex housing the Reclining Buddha, Emerald Buddha and many other sacred temples. There’s a total of over 33,000 temples in Thailand. More than 90% of the

Getting Creative with Marketing

Marketing as a Travel Agent So if you’ve read my past blogs regarding life as a Travel Agent, you would know that I’m constantly going to different networking events and luncheons and trying to figure out marketing for my business. It is such a helpful way to gain new clients. Attend as many events as

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Elding Whale Watching in Iceland

Did you know that February 18th is Whale Watching Day? It’s okay. Most people didn’t. Well, I decided to contribute to this random holiday and go whale watching in Faxaflói Bay, Iceland. It was quite the adventure. It was booked with Viator.com and was a combination tour with the famous Blue Lagoon. So, here’s my review

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The Blue Lagoon in Iceland – A Must Visit

Of course while in Iceland I had to check out the famous Blue Lagoon. For those unaware, the Blue Lagoon is an outdoor geothermal spa with waters reaching 100 degree F temperatures. The spa is located in a lava field near Grindavík and in front of Mount Þorbjörn on Reykjanes Peninsula, in a location favorable

Iceland Things to Do

I just got back from visiting beautiful Iceland and wanted to share my experiences with you and provide some Iceland Travel Tips. First, let’s talk about the capital. Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital, is surprisingly cosmopolitan. Greater Reykjavík is home to more than half the country’s population, and almost all visitors to Iceland pass through

Travel Agent Guide: How to Travel Cheaply

Traveling Cheap One of the reasons I started this blog, was to educate prospective travel agents on all aspects of this business: the good, the bad and the ugly.”The good” of course being perks like commission on sales, Traveling Cheap, FREE hotel nights by hotels luring you in to sell them, and so much more.