Carrie's Travel Services

05/02/2025

What’s your preference 🤔?:
Option 1: small, historical, luxury hotel with an inside courtyard, a rooftop bar with city views located in the heart of a lively, Greek historic island town.
OR
Option 2: small, new, more modern, quiet, less expensive, gorgeous seaview, hotel with a pool & beach located outside of a lively, historic Greek island town (requires a taxi to town)?
Both options with excellent hospitality!
If you are going to Chania, Crete or Skiathos (boat tours to Mamma Mia chapel), talk to me about these hotel options I experienced!

04/27/2025

Crete is one of those islands that satisfies many interests - the historic buff, beach lover, shopaholic, museum goer, foodie, adventurer, sommelier (olive oil & wine)…I loved it! I just hope it doesn’t become too overrun with tourists like some of the other Greek islands. 🏝️

03/27/2025

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights!

REAL ID is coming… and so is your existential crisis if you’ve ever done this at an airport. 😆

Alright folks, let’s get uncomfortably real for a second. You know that flimsy driver’s license you’ve been carrying around like it’s your VIP access to adulthood? Yeah, we’d love it if you upgraded that to a REAL ID… one of those licenses with a star in the corner… sometime between now and May 7th.

So, how do you get one? Just grab proof that you exist (birth certificate, passport, or a note from your mom… kidding, but seriously, a passport will work), proof of your SSN, and two proofs of residency, and bring that with you to get your REAL ID from your local DMV.

Easy, right? So go ahead, upgrade to REAL ID, and avoid awkward moments like this the next time you travel.

Learn more: www.tsa.gov/real-id

03/18/2025

Toss up - I am most excited to explore Dark Universe or Ministry of Magic 🤔.

03/11/2025

Oh no! Southwest Airlines bag fees coming soon…😒

Months after ditching its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage.

11/16/2024

A Winter trip to Tromsø, Norway is such a treat. Go dog sledding, visit a reindeer farm, search for the Northern Lights, whale watching tours, enjoy a scenic fjord cruise, ride the mountain gondola, stroll the museums & aquarium, & so much more!

11/13/2024

London in November

09/24/2024

Let’s Talk Mexican Caribbean - Costa Mujeres, Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya & more.
FIRST, did you know that you cannot bring BOTH a laptop & an iPad (or other computing device) without getting heavily taxed? Not a new policy but they are starting to really enforce it.
SECOND, get off-property! There are so many fun activities in this area & an excursion here can make the trip really special. As examples, how about a dip in a cenote, a swim with a whale shark, a Mayan jungle expedition, an interactive food tour, or a snorkel in a turtle sanctuary. I can recommend an amazing company that will be sure to take care of you - ask me for details when I plan your next Mexican Caribbean vacation 🇲🇽!

09/20/2024

Attention my Boutique, Bird, & Beach loving clients! Antigua & Barbuda may be the perfect Caribbean retreat for you. I am officially a specialist if you want to learn more. Thank you to the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority for hosting a fun & informational session on these Islands. Stay on one island, play at two! 🏝️

08/10/2024

https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/guide-to-tipping-in-europe-hotels-restaurants-taxis-tours?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=66b7646fe83cab0001da4200&utm_campaign=travelandleisure&utm_content=photo&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook.com&utm_term=66b7646fe83cab0001da41ff&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1aW1yNK4y3eV24aAOMx03WNvvn-Ls2U9m5dpi0OIAN7oBm-0L0d7mZgZg_aem_W_CMvKaTlSK6BjLE0KKLoQ

A Helpful Guide to Tipping in Europe

08/09/2024

The islands of Moorea & Bora Bora are a snorkeler’s dream! 🐠 🦈 🪸

08/07/2024

Kauai is Hawaiʻi's fourth largest island, sometimes called the "Garden Island”. I loved its waterfalls, beautiful canyon, & large green sea turtles. Many areas of Kauai can only be accessed by helicopter.