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Italy’s Blue Lagoon: Weather Permitting

Italy’s Blue Lagoon: Weather Permitting

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Italy is a top travel destination, making this country one that’s listed on many travelers bucket lists. Due to Italy’s location in south central Europe, there’s a wide variety of things for travelers to see and do, including visiting Italy’s Blue Lagoon. The area is remarkably beautiful, open to the public, and completely free, making… Continue Reading

Cycling in Sardinia Italy

Cycling in Sardinia Italy

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Cycling vacations are quickly growing in popularity these days. This includes cycling tours for families, cycling adventures for groups and luxury cycling vacations for those who simply enjoy the sport. There are many benefits that come with cycle touring, including but not limited to the ability to explore new places more intimately, the option to… Continue Reading

Monaco and its Love of Royalty and Antique Cars

Monaco and its Love of Royalty and Antique Cars

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Monaco is situated along the Mediterranean Sea and is most recognized for its royalty and ability to provide the rich with a number of truly extravagant luxuries. Monaco Palace, also known as the Prince’s Palace, was built in the 12th century and is the Prince of Monaco’s official residence. The gorgeous beaches, high-class yacht facilities,… Continue Reading

Exploring the Rooms at Versailles

Exploring the Rooms at Versailles

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The building of the Palace of Versailles began in 1631 and is listed as a World Heritage Site. Once home to French Kings and Queens, the Palace is the perfect symbolization of Old Europe royal elegance. The French held onto their royal power until revolutionaries took over the Palace in 1789, forcing King Louis XVI… Continue Reading

Dressing for a ride on The Orient Express

Dressing for a ride on The Orient Express

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The Venice Simplon-Orient Express Fans of the Agatha Christie mystery “Murder on the Orient Express,” which has been recently adapted into a star-studded film, will be excited to know that they can take a ride on the actual train. Now known as the Venice Simplon-Orient Express, it took its first journey in 1883 on a… Continue Reading

Cannibis and Coffee ~ Amsterdam’s Best Choices

Cannibis and Coffee ~ Amsterdam’s Best Choices

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When you’re visiting Amsterdam and you’re looking for a great cup of coffee, ask for the nearest café. If you sit down at a coffee shop, you’ll be sitting in a venue where you can select from a menu of cannabis products – you know, weed. Amsterdam is home to hundreds of coffee shops where… Continue Reading

The best Duty Free finds in the Caribbean

The best Duty Free finds in the Caribbean

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Traveling to the Caribbean and want to bring home something from your island stay? There’s so much to choose from – you can bring home some local artwork or some liquor or hot sauce. But you should know about duty free before you plunk down your souvenir money. What is duty free shopping? Say you… Continue Reading

Honeymoon The Amalfi Coast ~ Sorrento and Positano

Honeymoon The Amalfi Coast ~ Sorrento and Positano

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The Amalfi Coast in southern Italy is one of the most romantic places on earth and the ideal backdrop for your honeymoon. Enjoy your nuptials with a romantic cruise around the blue Mediterranean Sea and watch the sunset, or hold hands and walk with your brand new spouse on the black sand of the Marina… Continue Reading

Passports for Children

Passports for Children

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The entire passport process can often be confusing, so here are a few particulars you should know before you apply for a passport for your child. If you already have your passport, you may want to brush up on your passport knowledge. Prepare the paperwork: Here is a list of what you need to apply… Continue Reading

Speciality Cruises

Speciality Cruises

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All the single ladies, all the single ladies! Wait, all the single men too! If you didn’t know already, heads up that some cruise lines no longer charge a single supplement, so it is finally time to book that cruise vacation that you have wanted to take for so long. And you can pick a… Continue Reading

Tips for Traveling with Other People’s Kids

Tips for Traveling with Other People’s Kids

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Every now and then, a situation comes along where you end up traveling with kids that aren’t your own. Whether they’re a friend of your child or you’re leading some sort of group trip, there’s a lot of things to consider when it comes to bringing them along for the journey. Get a temporary guardianship… Continue Reading

Runaway to Rome

Runaway to Rome

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Whether you’ve seen it in movies or on television, Rome is clearly a magical place to runaway to for any vacation. In a place so big with so many options, you might not know where to start. To make your trip easier, here are 5 things you can do on your runaway to Rome. Visit… Continue Reading

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Luxury Getaways

Luxury Getaways

There is no better way to appreciate how hard you’ve worked than to reward yourself in a way that surpasses the ordinary, but more importantly, even though you are at the point in your life you wish to spend lavishly on yourself, it becomes evident that without sharing the magnificence of such achievements with loved… more…

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Destination Weddings

Do you know where to get Married for free? We do! Jody’s Travel can offer you the options you need to decide which Wedding Programs work best for you. The number of Guests you can have, the Documentation needed, how soon before you need to arrive in order to get Married on the Island of… more…

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Groups

Ever see those amazing photos of friends when they are away on vacation together? Ever wish that could be you? Well we at Jody’s Travel will make that come true. All you need is a few friends or Family, a destination idea and a date! We do the rest….Except the Passport, you need to get… more…

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Milestones & Adventure

Milestones & Adventure

Milestones are what makes life worth celebrating, it’s not the destination, it’s the Ride! Only experiences can achieve the memories that will last a lifetime. When you seek Adventure Travel go to the experts that have been there, done that and went back to do it again! Let Jody and her staff guide you in… more…

Family Travel

Family Travel

What matters most when considering how to celebrate being a Family? Vacation planning is a privilege we at Jody’s Travel take very seriously and choosing the right destination for everyone in your Family to enjoy is what we have been doing for over 25 years. Nothing is more important than the laughter of your child,… more…

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Where to Eat on Arthur Avenue in New York City

Where to Eat on Arthur Avenue in New York City

Planning a trip to New York City is something many travelers do, as this city is one that offers visitors a wide variety of exciting things to see and do. This tourist hotspot is this one that must be visited at least once in one’s lifetime in order to view the many attractions and landmarks…

5 Amusement Parks with the Biggest Roller Coasters

5 Amusement Parks with the Biggest Roller Coasters

Roller coaster bucket lists are popular amongst roller coaster enthusiasts. Travelers who enjoy all things related to roller coasters often choose to visit have an amusement park when going on vacation. The overall goal of a roller coaster vacation is to have fun, and can be a great vacation option for families, as well as…

What to See When Visiting the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

What to See When Visiting the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

The Smithsonian Air and Space Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic air and spacecraft. There’s a total of 22 exhibition galleries, offering visitors the ability to view hundreds of different types of artifacts. The Museum is also a research facility, of which all exhibits are focused on the history, science, and…

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