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Are you dreaming of your next vacation getaway? Luxury travel specialist Wendy Sandridge has curated some of the world’s most exciting adventures for her clients. The destination options are truly limitless. Here are some of her favorites…Click Here to View the Guide

By Family Features| ContributorIf you’re looking to get away, fall is a perfect time to plan an escape.With smaller crowds at many popular destinations and more comfortable weather, scenic autumn landscapes and cozy hideaways await.To get your planning started, consider these tips to enjoy a spectacular fall vacation without breaking the bank.Choose a Destination with Beautiful SceneryWhen planning a fall vacation, research the cost of living for potential destinations. Some places may have lower costs for accommodations, dining and attractions, allowing you to stretch your budget further. Considering destinations known for their stunning fall foliage, such as New England, can allow you to take advantage of budget-friendly activities, like nature walks or sightseeing, that capitalize on th...

By Family Features | ContributorThe holiday season can be stressful enough before adding travel to the mix. Coordinating ground or air travel and planning accommodations, even if you’re simply staying with loved ones, is often just the beginning and health and safety concerns can fall by the wayside.For example, the highest incidence rate of cardiac mortality for the entire year occurs between Christmas and New Year’s Day, according to the American Heart Association, and more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur each year in the United States.If you’re among the 62% of Americans who plan to travel this holiday season, according to research conducted by IPX1031, consider these tips to protect your health and safety.Plan AheadProper planning can help ensure you’re prepared to h...

By Family Features| ContribiuitorFor many people, traveling is about exploring new cultures, landscapes, cuisines and ideas. However, the cost of the trip is still one of the most important considerations when booking a vacation.In fact, according to a survey conducted by Slickdeals, a one-of-a-kind online community of shoppers working together to shop smarter and save more, 81% of respondents listed total cost as their top consideration followed by a desire for kid-friendly experiences at the destination anddiscounts or dealson transportation and lodging.Even amid reported concerns about inflation (56%), increasing flight costs (51%) and gas prices (49%), 84% of families plan to spend the same amount or more on travel this year as last. Among the respondents, 42% plan to spend between $1,...

Less Dreaming. More Doing.And, as an independent affiliate agent of world-renowned travel agency, TravelStore, Wendy ensures that her clients receive unparalleled VIP treatment at all of the extraordinary destinations and adventures you will find on the pages below.

Pictured above: Wendy with her family on an Alaskan cruise on the Celebrity Solstice celebrating her mom’s 80th birthday. L to R: Josh Carter, Stefani Carter, Barbara Matles (mom), Hal Matles, Wendy, John Sandridge, Pierce Martin, Grant Martin, Brittany Martin, Sherri Fisher, Gabby Fisher, Steve Fisher.The travel industry is booming again, so book that dream vacation NOWBy Alicia WanekWendy Sandridge’s title may be Luxury Travel Specialist with TravelStore, but talking with her you realize she sees the real essence of her career is to build relationships and create memories. Travel is just the avenue by which couples draw closer, families spend quality time, and friends celebrate milestones together – hopefully amidst a backdrop of beautiful scenery, amazing adventures, and delicious food...

By Family Features | ContributorSummer travel is underway and finding time for a vacation can be difficult if you haven’t already booked your trip. Plus, between airfare, hotel stays and fuel prices, costs can add up quickly.Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure, romantic escape or relaxing getaway with friends, these tips can help you take a trip on a budget, even if time is at a premium and you had to wait until the last minute to sneak in your summer excursion.Be flexible with dates:If you have flexibility in your travel dates, certain days of the week can yield savings. Choosing to fly midweek rather than on the weekend could mean paying less for airfare. Avoiding holidays can also help keep costs affordable. Use a fare calendar for flights and create price alerts to e...

By Globalguardian.comAs domestic and international travel rebounds, lingering effects of the pandemic, coupled with rising violence due to global instability, has created new risks for travelers. Security expert Dale Buckner of Global Guardian offers the following tips to help all Americans stay safe while abroad.Understand a Country’s Security Climate: According to Global Guardian’s 2022 Worldwide Threat Assessment, theft, robbery, drug smuggling, and kidnapping are “rebounding globally.” In addition to the U.S, Mexico, Nigeria, India and Sweden are just some of the countries experiencing some form of unrest. Before embarking on a trip, vacationers should familiarize themselves with where they will be traveling in-country and any security warnings issued for that country or its regions.Re...

By Family Features | ContributorMany of the nation’s leading travel experts are predicting a surge in travel this summer. It’s no surprise that after months of restrictions, Americans are ready to set out on their next adventures. While popular destinations are likely to be open and welcoming visitors, the uptick in traffic combined with higher prices may translate into more expensive travel.If you’re planning a trip this summer, learn how to incorporate some smart spending strategies with these tips from the financial experts at Credit One Bank:Be flexible on travel dates and destinations.Unless your travel is tied to a specific event or occasion, try searching with flexible dates to find the best available rates. Similarly, if you know you want to get away but you’re not particular about...

By Rick Seaney | ContributorAnytime you fly when lots of others are flying—like Spring Break—plane tickets will be expensive. I know this from analyzing my website’s airfare data and from personal experience. In January, for example, I was checking prices for a Spring Break trip from Dallas to Ft. Lauderdale for March 15-22 (Sunday-Sunday), and the cheapest nonstop I could find was for $250. Then just for fun, I pushed the trip back a week to March 22-29, and the price dropped fifty bucks.The moral of the story: Airlines know when we want to fly, and they make us pay.But there are ways to cut costs, sometimes significantly. A lot of it has to do with your own flexibility, whether it’s for a Spring Break trip or any jaunt during a big holiday. Note: All fares mentioned here were found in Ja...