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    24 Hours in Memphis

    March 8, 2017 - By Renee

    We recently road tripped to Memphis to complete our Global Entry Interview & take a bonus pit stop at Ikea. Once I started researching Memphis (I’ve never been!), I realized that we had to stay at the Peabody Hotel.     It’s super old and historic, has gorgeous high ceilings,…

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  • accommodation - hotel - New Zealand - travel diary - where we stayed

    Where We Stayed: New Zealand Edition

    January 14, 2016 - By Renee

    When we travel, we’re not really consistent in the type of lodging we stay in. We definitely make decisions based on what type of trip it is, location, price, etc! Sometimes it’s Airbnb, sometimes it’s a hotel, sometimes it’s a friends spare bedroom or couch 🙂 I was recently asked…

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  • airbnb - hotel - travel tip

    Can I Trust Airbnb?

    January 13, 2015 - By Renee

    Can I trust Airbnb?  How do you know if Airbnb safe?  I’ve been asked these questions many times by people who haven’t tried the delight that is Airbnb, and my answer is YES – you can trust Airbnb. However, just like anything else, a little research & information will go…

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  • credit card rewards - domestic - flights - frequent flyer miles - hotel - international - travel - travel tip - vacation

    Why I Love Our US Bank Flex Perks Travel Rewards Credit Card (and so will you)!

    October 17, 2014 - By Renee

    Before I met Matt, I’d never even heard of US Bank, let alone used their services. Now that I’ve married into it, I don’t know how I ever worked with another bank. Their customer service is actually helpful and they DON’T charge ATM fees. Let me count the ways I…

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  • airbnb - apps - carry on - flights - hotel - technology - travel - travel tip - weekend trip

    How to Use Passbook On Your iPhone For Travel

    October 9, 2014 - By Renee

    Leaving for Chicago in just a few hours – I can’t wait! I checked in for my flight last night and had a revelation – I use an app for every trip that I think most people ignore.Now, if you’re a human and you own an iPhone, you’re probably annoyed with…

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  • airbnb - city guide - hotel - seattle - travel - travel tip - weekend trip

    How To Find the Perfect Airbnb in Seattle

    July 11, 2014 - By Renee

    One of my favorite ways to save money without sacrificing experience is finding alternatives to hotels. As much as I love room service, I don’t always love the price tag. Airbnb is a savior in this department.When I studied abroad, we mainly resorted to hostels & staying with friends of…

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