New Covid Home Tests now with November ’22 Expiration

New Covid Home Tests now with November ’22 Expiration

Until the very end of 2021, ordering the Binax Now proctored home tests prompted a warning that many tests being shipped would expire in February 2022.

In light of the difficulty of obtaining these tests, pragmatic folks were ordering Read more

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Booking a River Cruise

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Booking a River Cruise

Frequent mistake #1:  Not understanding the various advertising gimmicks. Cruise line promotions can be confusing and misleading, and river cruises are no exception.   

Frequent mistake #2: Forgetting to ask the 11 must-ask questions.

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2026 Masters Golf Tournament ⛳

2026 Masters Golf Tournament ⛳

April 6, 2026 for 2 to 6 nights (variable), hosted by a RoadTrips expert, at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. This iconic event, steeped in history and tradition, is a must-see for golf enthusiasts around Read more

Which River Cruise Line is the Best?

Which River Cruise Line is the Best?

To try and answer this question, we had a panel of the big 8 river cruise brands each give their “elevator pitch” on why they are the best.

Have you ever wanted to know which is the BEST river Read more

Picanha

Picanha

The national steak of Brazil and how to find and prepare it at home.

Brazil was my part-time home for about 10 years and during that time I learned about this delicious cut of meat, which was served everywhere.  Read more

2026 World Cup ⚽

2026 World Cup ⚽

June 11, 2026 for 3 to 30 nights (variable), hosted a RoadTrips expert, your choice of host city. Our 2026 World Cup travel packages are customizable, allowing you to experience this renowned tournament exactly the way you want. You Read more

Cruising the British Isles

Cruising the British Isles

June 15, 2026 for 15 nights, SOLD OUT / WAITLIST, hosted by M&K (Max 14 Guests) sailing the lovely and all-inclusive Regent Grandeur to England, Ireland, North Ireland, and Scotland.

This adventure was featured on our Bon Voyage Podcast Read more

River Cruise Innovations & Inventions

River Cruise Innovations & Inventions

In addition to cabin & layout innovations, here are some other “firsts” from innovative river cruise companies.  I interviewed several river cruise lines and asked each what they consider to be their key innovations, inventions, or ideas that Read more

Should I Book Direct or with an Advisor?

Should I Book Direct or with an Advisor?

(Excerpt from Michael Graham’s book, the River Cruise Bible, May 2021)

The answer is as obvious to someone who has experienced a good travel agent as someone who has not.   Many people love the planning aspect of Read more

Grand Canadian Rockies

Grand Canadian Rockies

July 24, 2026 for 9 nights, SOLD OUT / WAITLIST, hosted by M&K (Max 18 Guests), with Prestige Class Rail. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Western Canada, where rugged mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and breathtaking landscapes await!

From Read more

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