Mamiverse Guide To Buenos Aires, Argentina
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“What’s new, Buenos Aires?” It’s what Che Guevara playfully asked Eva Perón in the musical, Evita. And it’s a sentiment anyone who returns to the Paris of the Pampas for another tango in their t-strapped shoes will wonder. Buenos…
Family-Friendly Vacation: 10 Packing Tips For Your Next Trip
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As much as we busy moms look forward to vacation time, packing and preparing for a trip with one or more kids in tow is stressful! Whether you’re driving (and keeping the little ones entertained and breaking up fights the whole way) or flying…
Singles Vacation: Traveling Alone Without Feeling Lonely
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One of the best things a person can do for themselves, at least once in their lifetime, is to consider traveling alone. Many women, especially mothers, feel that taking off by themselves is a selfish act that they are not worthy of, though…
The Art of Using Frequent Flyer Miles to Travel the World
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In 1981 American Airlines offered the first Frequent Flyer miles program and pretty soon hotels, rental car agencies and credit card companies got on board too. There was a time when it was fairly easy to use your miles to travel for free,…
Cooking Vacations: 10 Great Escapes that Involve Learning About Food
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Cooking vacations are a unique and delicious way to learn about another culture. So many of our traditions are tied to food and what foods are native to different regions have had a huge impact on their cuisine, customs and daily life. And…
Brazil Carnival: A Brief History of Awesomeness
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This February, Brazil Carnival kicks off on Friday the 13th and goes through the 17th, also known as Fat Tuesday. This legendary celebration is said to have evolved from an ancient Greek spring festival that honored Dionysus, the god of wine.…
Modern Questions: Why Use a Travel Agent?
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Have you asked yourself lately, “why use a travel agent?” Or how about this: It’s two in the morning and after a long day of work, a marathon with the kids, laundry and dishes that await you, you still haven’t booked that trip to…
Cuba Libre: How to Win at Visiting Cuba
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Don’t head to your nearest airport and expect to catch a commercial flight to Cuba just yet. While President Obama’s order to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba finally lifted the curtain of tourist possibilities to the island, plenty…
Let it Snow: 10 Winter Vacation Ideas for Family Vacays
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Brrrrr, it's cold outside. Which means that a) most people around the country are in for a long, chilly season and b) absolutely everyone needs some solid winter vacation ideas. When the temperatures drop and school is out of session (ugh…