travel tips

Create a Travel Journal

Posted on February 27, 2018Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

One of the best ways to savor (and remember) your travel adventures is by creating a travel journal. Even if you don’t normally journal, having a record of the places you visit and the special moments you experience along the way ensures that you’ll never forget them.

Here are a few ideas for creating a travel journal:

Start before your vacation begins! A journal is a great place to keep notes on all the places you’re planning to visit, the restaurants you’d like to try, your packing list and any other thoughts or plans you have for your trip.
Choose a portable and convenient journal. This could be a blank book or an app, such as Day One, which is also handy for storing photos. Keeping your journal with you means that you’re more likely to use it.
Capture moments on the road. Take the time to stop at a cafe or linger by a waterfall, and record right then and there all of your thoughts and impressions. Dwelling on the sights and sounds around you not only helps you capture them, but also encourages you to sink more deeply into the moment and really savor your adventures.
Keep (or take photos of) your tickets and other memorabilia. This is a great way to capture little details. You can store these in a physical journal, or keep the photos in your travel app.

Do you have any advice for creating a travel journal? Please share!

Refer a Friend!

Posted on October 17, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Do you love your Perennial Vacation Club membership? Share the love! Refer your friends and family to us and, when they buy a membership, you’ll receive a FREE bonus week AND a free direct exchange or world bank! Travel where you want, when you want, and help your loved ones do the same.

For more information about our referral program, or about purchasing a membership, contact our Director of Member Services here.

Slow Cooking on the Road

Posted on October 10, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

After a long day of sight-seeing, we love coming back to our cozy room to find a delicious dinner waiting for us… which is easy to do with the help of a slow cooker! We have slow cookers available for our guests at most of our locations — just stop by the front desk and ask about checking one out. (While you’re there, don’t forget to explore our DVD and book libraries, which are also free to check out at all of our resorts.)

Looking for some easy, travel-friendly inspiration for your next meal? Try some of these websites:

Country Living (50+ easy slow cooker recipes)
Food Network (simple comfort food)
Eating Well (more easy recipes)
The Kitchn (essential recipes for busy days)

Do you have any favorite recipes for cooking on the road? Please share!

Posted on August 22, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Seasoned travelers are generally full of advice about how to make a trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Here are a few of our favorite tips:

Make a list. Whether it’s things you need to pack or places you’d like to visit, lists help ensure that nothing will be forgotten (and provide peace of mind, too). It’s also a fun way to start planning your next adventure.
Carry chargers with you. Especially if you’re flying to your destination, there’s nothing worse than worrying about a depleted battery mid-trip. Throw that charger in your carry-on and relax!
Stay hydrated. Whether you’re traveling by car or plane, visiting a warm climate or engaged in outdoor activities, it’s easy to forget to drink enough water. Dehydration can really throw off a vacation, so remember to drink up!
Be flexible. Life doesn’t always go as planned, so use your vacation as a time to make the most of whatever is happening around you. The unexpected may lead to a new favorite memory.
Take pictures! Get comfortable with your favorite camera (which may be your phone), so that when the perfect moment arrives, you’re ready to capture it.

Have some advice you’d like to share? Please do!