by Anne Betts | Dec 10, 2024 | Cuba
For a unique dining experience at the best restaurant in Cuba, head to La Guarida in Havana. La Guarida (The Hideout) in Centro Habana has been attracting a growing clientele of Cuban and international patrons since it opened its doors in 1996. Over the years, it has...
by Anne Betts | Nov 2, 2024 | Cambodia
Updated November 2, 2024 It might look like a movie set, but it’s real. I’m referring to a scene in the movie Tomb Raider. It’s the one where Angelina Jolie’s character Lara Croft ventures into eerie ruins among the roots of strangler figs and other huge...
by Anne Betts | Oct 31, 2024 | Travel Hacking, Destinations
Updated October 31, 2024 What are the various ways to use CIBC Aventura points to reduce travel costs? Is the Aventura program worth it? How does it work? What’s an Aventura point worth? Here is my review as it relates to funding travel. What...
by Anne Betts | Aug 13, 2024 | Cuba
Updated August 13, 2024 I haven’t taken a food tour I didn’t enjoy. While some are better than others, they share three common characteristics: a leisurely stroll, staggered tastings from the local culinary scene, and an introduction to the history,...
by Anne Betts | Aug 10, 2024 | Spain, Travel Tech
Updated August 10, 2024 Calling and data plans offer convenience and security when travelling. If you’re planning on buying a SIM card in Spain, several options are available at reasonable prices. For my trip to Spain, I expected to find four cellular providers...
by Anne Betts | Aug 9, 2024 | Travel Tech, Italy
Updated August 9, 2024 When purchasing a prepaid mobile travel plan for your phone, it’s helpful to have desirable criteria and features in mind. My own list had served me well until the inconvenient and costly experience of buying a SIM card in Italy on my last trip....