Why It’s Worth Using A Travel Advisor
More people are traveling, and the world is getting smaller. With that being said, the choices available for travel can be overwhelming. I know how much of a challenge planning a vacation can be. It can be especially difficult if you’re not familiar with the destination or don’t have much experience traveling. Or, if you’re like me, finding the perfect deal that’s as close to free as possible can cause sometimes result in quite a headache. Depending on where you’re going and what you plan to do, a lot of research will go into the planning process. That’s where a travel advisor (a.k.a. travel agent) can come in handy. They can help you save time and money and ensure that your trip is tailored to your preferences and needs. Here’s why you should consider using a travel advisor for your next vacation. What Does A Travel Advisor Do? A travel…
How To Monetize Your Blog with Affiliate Marketing
If you’ve been blogging for a while but haven’t seen any income yet, consider exploring monetization options. One popular method is affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing involves using unique affiliate links to promote products or services and earning a commission on sales made through those links. Let’s walk through the basics of affiliate marketing and go over some tips for implementing it on your blog. If you don’t have a blog but are interested in starting one, check out my post here to learn how to get started today. What is affiliate marketing? Affiliate marketing is a type of performance-based marketing where a business rewards affiliates for driving traffic or sales to their product or service. Bloggers and other content creators join partner programs offered by affiliate networks or businesses, then promote the products through their unique affiliate links. How affiliate marketing works Affiliate marketing involves promoting another person’s or company’s…
2022 Travel Recap: Possibly The Best Year Ever
2022 was a pretty great year for me. This 2022 travel recap video, gives a glimpse of some of the things I did during my 2022 travels. Before heading off to Africa for the second time, I spent lots of time with my family. I had the honor of being a bridesmaid at my younger sister’s wedding. I was proud to watch her marry the man of her dreams. My mom and I, being beach lovers, visited Wrightsville and Myrtle beaches several times in the spring. We went again in the fall after I returned from my trip to Africa. A travel buddy, Damien, accompanied me this time. We spent a little over three months in Africa visiting Egypt, Tanzania, Zanzibar, and South Africa. After returning to the US, we spent about four days in Atlanta. Afterward, I returned to North Carolina and set out for the beach again. In…
Winter in Cancun
Winter in Cancun: I loved it! I just returned from an amazing trip to Cancun with my little brother. The weather was amazing! When I felt the chilly air flowing through the ORD Airport jet bridge, I was ready to book another flight back! I will gladly trade this bitter NC cold for a nice, hot winter in Cancun! The winter season in Cancun is different from the one in the US. In the US, it is cold and snowy with plenty of snow days. In Cancun, it is not as cold as it is in the US but there are days that can get a bit chilly. Cancun’s winter is known for its windy and dry weather. The sun shines a lot during this time of year. There are also some rainy days, which can be quite pleasant because they cool the city down. The average temperature during this…
TEFL Scams: 10 Red Flags You Should Look For
Sadly, there are people out there who take advantage of others who are simply looking for an online teaching position. For this reason, it’s important to know the red flags associated with TEFL scams so you don’t fall victim to online predators pretending to be recruiters. These red flags can apply to any online job as well as jobs abroad. However, I’m going to focus on online TEFL jobs for the time being. Here is a short list of things to look out for during your search for online TEFL positions. Online TEFL Scams Don’t let TEFL Scams Discourage You Don’t let TEFL scams deter you from finding the right teaching position. Now that you know the red flags to watch for, you can feel more confident in your job search. If you aren’t sure where to start, visit Become A TEFL Teacher for some legitimate companies to which you…
Rebranded
It’s has been a long time! Four years, actually. Since my last blog post, I’ve been involved in so many projects and ventures it’s hard to keep count of them. I’ve also been abroad a few times. I’ll be adding tips and info about those places later. For now, this is just an update. The blog has been rebranded and has a new look and feel. I’m currently on vacation in South Korea. I’ll have lots to say about that! Stay tuned! Disclosure: This site contains some affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission from the companies, for purchases made through these links, at no additional cost to you.