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21Jul 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

How to Put Your Vacation on a Payment Plan

Do you want to vacation and travel the world but feel like you cannot drop a large sum of money, at one time, to book a vacation? Well, you are not alone. There are many people that cannot make large lump sum payments on vacations. Because so many of us are not able to do so, the feelings of a vacation being out of reach haunts many emotions in people. Many people are not aware that you can put your vacation on a payment plan. Here is how you can do it: 1. Plan Ahead. The key to being able to put your vacation on a payment plan is planning. As early as you can start planning, you should get started. This allows you to be able to make several small payments on your…

23Jun 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Safety Travel for Solo Female Travelers

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At one point in our lives, most of us have found an amazing trip, reached out to our friends, and shared this amazing find, and get excited about the possibility of taking a super fun vacation with your friends! However, instead of spending your time talking about all the fun you all will have, you are spending your time trying to convince your friends to join you. At least one friend can go, right? Travelling alone, as a woman, could be a possibility you tell yourself. “After all, everyone is doing it”, you tell yourself. Single women traveling alone should not be an issue, right? Having a talk with yourself before your first trip is normal. Sometimes, as a woman traveling alone, you must talk yourself through your fears and comfort level. I have been there!…

16Jun 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

CoCo Bongo: An Epic Night of Fun

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If you are looking for some nightlife, off the property of your resort, may I suggest CoCo Bongo! Should you find yourself in a destination where this fun energetic Las Vegas meets Cirque du Soleil, then you should make it a point to spend an evening full of good music, entertainment, and fun. What is Coco Bongo? Coco Bongo is a nightclub that plays music with a show. The latest hits, as well as the hottest hits from back in the day. While some of the music is playing, a full show maybe on stage perform that song. You could see impersonators from Michael Jackson to Brittney Spears to The Mask. There are confetti, balloons, acrobats, show girls, dancers, smoke and more! And all of this going on while you…

02Jun 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

My Stay: Reflect Krystal Grand Los Cabos Review

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I was on a business trip in Cabo San Lucas and Reflect Krystal Grand Los Cabos was the host hotel for my 3 days of stay. Located about 20 minutes from the Los Cabos International Airport, the resort sits directly on the beach with stunning views of the ocean. Reflect Krystal Grand is not an adult-only resort and open to all travelers and includes a kids club for the little ones, as well as it is all-inclusive. I stayed 3 days at this resort, and it was an interesting stay. Here is my review on my stay and the resort. Hotel Check-in As soon as my transportation pulled into the entry way of the resort, I was already feeling some type of way about the resort. The first impression was not favorable.…

21Apr 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

How to Take Good Photos While Traveling Alone

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If you travel alone like me, then you know how hard it is to take good photos. Besides enjoying your vacation by immersing yourself in the destination and being in the moment, capturing good photos is the next best thing. After all, we live in a society that is all about posting good pictures while traveling. And just because you are a solo traveler does not mean you can’t capture those quality moments you’ll want to remember. After traveling alone several times and returning from my trips without those moments captured, I thought to myself, “This is not fair! I wish I would not have been so scared to ask someone to take my picture!” Returning home with feelings of regret was getting old, so I knew I had to make a change. And the…

14Apr 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Solo Travel (I’m Moving On to Something Better)

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What do you do when you come across an amazing vacation package with an amazing price? You do what lots of people would do – send out a group text to your friends, shouting about a great travel opportunity, and hope everyone is on board. These are the same people that you have been talking to all day, but then there is radio silence – no one responds. Every time a notification goes off on your phone, you are picking it up to see if anyone responded to your travel idea because it is such an amazing deal and you don’t want to miss out. You are waiting by the phone hoping that someone will respond, that someone will acknowledge you. But nothing. Now you are at the fork in the road – in one…

07Apr 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Work + Wanderlust: How To Travel While Working Full-Time

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If you are not aware, I have a full-time job. I know that may be hard to believe for some people because it appears that I am always traveling. However, I get four weeks of vacation each year, and I use them all! Trust and believe. Now, I know that the pandemic has been brutal for some people, and I genuinely empathize with everyone. However, the side effects of the pandemic have been beneficial for me in so many ways. Listen to my podcast episode below of how my summer went during COVID-19. One of the best ways the pandemic has benefited me is the fact that my company has had us working from home since the pandemic hit in March of 2020. Working from home has allowed me the…

31Mar 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Here’s What You Need To Know About Planet Hollywood Cancun

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In the spirit of Valentine’s Day and love, and by that, I mean self-love…I jumped on a plane and headed to Mexico, not only to celebrate the day with myself but to check out the brand new Planet Hollywood Beach Resort in Cancun. Entering Mexico Currently, there are no COVID-19 protocols or requirements to travel to and gain entry into Mexico. A passport is required, as usual, and that is about it. However, as of January 26, 2021, a negative PCR test is required for all travelers flying into the United States aged two and older. You must take the test no more than three days before your flight. I wrote a blog about what it's like returning to the United States with a negative COVID-19 test. My original travel date…

17Mar 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

What You Should Know Before Booking a Vacation with your Friend

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In the words of George Costanza from Senfield, “…trips are relationship killers!” This can be extremely true! Taking a vacation with someone can make or break a friendship and you should not take the decision to travel with someone lightly. When it comes to traveling with friends, I’m sure the first thing you think about is sharing a room or spending long periods of time together, but what about before you even get on the plane? There are multiple things that can cause a friendship to sink or swim prior to arriving to your destination….if you even make it there with that friend. My best advice when you decide to book a trip with a friend is to use the following guidelines: Purchase travel insurance: When you are traveling, you…

10Mar 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

What It’s Like Returning to the US When a Negative COVID-19 Test is Required

EJtheTravelDiva Blog, Travel Learning Lessons

As many of you know, on January 26, 2021, President Biden passed an executive order requiring all travelers coming into the United States, including citizens of the U.S., to present a negative COVID-19 test before boarding a flight headed for the United States. The only way to avoid having to take a COVID-19 test is to show proof that you have recovered from already having COVID-19 plus a letter from a medical professional stating that you are clear to fly. With the new rules in place, a lot of travelers have postponed their vacations because the thought of having to find a laboratory in a destination that is not familiar seems too complicated. As well as find your own transportation to and from the medical laboratory. That just seems like…

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