Where to Next - Your Next #Vacation

Where do YOU want to go for your next #Vacation.  It is always a question we need to ask ourselves.  I have clients that ask me to help them with this decision.  

There are always a few questions you can start with in your search for your next Vacation;

1.  What destination is on the top of my bucket list?

2.  Is a specific time you have to take your vacation or can you be flexible with the dates

3.  If you can't afford to go to your first choice of destinations, is there a second choice that will work?

4.  If there is a really good special going on are you maybe willing to discover a new location with many

     discounts?

5.  Who will you be traveling with on this next vacation?  Family Travel or Adults only All Inclusive.  

When you go through this list and start your search for YOUR NEXT VACATION you can eliminate some frustration in the planning process.  I recommend consulting a Travel Agent to help you narrow down your choices and let them do the research for you.  Some Travel Agencies will charge you for the research, but I don't think there is a price that you should pay for this information.  By Traveling the World, it allows me to obtain first hand knowledge to assist clients with Live and Accurate Information,

When there is a good deal, your Travel Agent can let you know that it is a good deal. If Clients have access to Frequent Flyer Mileage and discounted Flights it will help them afford to spend their money on better accommodations.   

If you own a time share,  you are on your way to affording a very discounted vacation.  The Time Share companies regulate the availability of their inventory so I suggest checking when you can get the resort booked.  Once your resort is booked with the Time Share Company then is the time to start looking for your airfares.  Booking Air Line Tickets with a Rental Car can offer best rates possible.  Working with a Travel Agent can help you with this search.  

If you will be Cruising or Going on an Escorted Tour you will benefit by traveling on Great Discounts in the Off Season or Shoulder Season.  When you travel during High Season you pay top dollar for the same accommodations you get must less during the off season.  

It is YOUR VACATION so don't let anyone make this important decision for you, allow people to give you input but make you own decision.  Vacation is an important time and you need to be assured that you get the best vacation and so a destination you want to see. 

If you are traveling Internationally, be sure to have a current passport.   Be sure to check out the following Website for Passport information.   http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

If you are camping this year I suggest checking out the National Parks as they offer wonderful experiences for your entire family.   http://www.nps.gov/index.htm

If you would like some help discovering some Vacation Ideas check out my website http://www.travelatheart.com    Facebook site is http://facebook.com/travelagentjeannefelix         Hope your Next Vacation is Truly Where You Want to GO.

Happy Travels

Activities for the Family - The Great Reno Balloon Race

The Great Reno Balloon Race

Rancho San Rafael Park by the University of Reno
September 7, 2012 - September 9, 2012

Activities for the Family that you must put on your bucket list for next year.  Attending the Great Reno Balloon Races should be on the top of your list.  Packing up the family with a breakfast picnic seemed to be very popular at the Balloons usually are ready to take off anytime ofter 5:00 am. 

Have you ever been to The Great Reno Balloon Races?  There were cars all over the hill parked to see the event.  You must be up early to see the Dawn Patrol.  The Balloons are lite up with the dark sky all around.  This is truly a beautiful sight as the hissing of the gas is used to get the Balloon Drifting and using the air currents.

A few Balloons were able to take off this morning but I found that they drifted way up North of the Landing Area by University of Reno.  The Event was packed and well attended.  There is just something peaceful and beautiful watching the balloons in the sky.  I felt lucky to be right underneath one of the balloons that were actually able to take of this morning. 

There is a great website to help you find information about parking, events, donations and the schedule of activities.  Find the information at http://www.renoballoon.com/  I found this site helpful in deciding where to watch the balloons without having to deal with  all the traffic.

Rancho San Rafael Park by the University of Reno is the Location of the Balloon Races.
September 7, 2012 - September 9, 2012.  If you are coming up to Reno there are several good deals for hotel rooms aat the end of the summer.  Next year book ahead and enjoy this activity with your family and build some new memories.  For hotel reservations give me a call and I will set you up with the perfect weekend package.  http://travelatheart.com