You sit down, open the menu, and you probably think the decision starts there: what sounds good, what you’re in the mood for, what fits the evening, what you’re willing to pay. But the menu has already done part of… The post Restaurant Menus Are… Read More »Restaurant Menus Are Not Just Food Lists – These Tricks Make You Spend More Before You Notice
I like travel games that don’t need preparation. No cards, no app, no printed rules. And no one in the group forced to act like the official host of the activity. “Would you rather” questions are perfect for that because… The post These 200 Travel… Read More »These 200 Travel Would You Rather Questions Make Long Drives, Airport Waits, Train Rides, and Hotel Nights More Fun
I like looking up proverbs before visiting a country because they often say things a normal travel guide never does. Attractions show you what people built. Food shows you what they enjoy. Proverbs give you a glimpse of how people… The post 70 Italian Proverbs… Read More »70 Italian Proverbs That Say More About Life Than a Whole Travel Guide
“Each day I’m surprised that I am still surprised at the inconsideration of people” I think we all want a flight that goes smoothly, where no one bothers anyone. I also know that many of us expect to see some… The post “I Would Crash… Read More »“I Would Crash Out”: The Disgusting Mid-Flight Habit Passengers and Flight Attendants Beg People to Stop
Have you ever had one of those moments where your weekend plans are ruined before they even begin? On a Friday evening, I was finally settling into my favorite spot on the couch, warm cocoa in hand, ready to let… The post How to Say… Read More »How to Say No to a Favor Politely Without Making Up an Excuse