August Lunch & Learn with Danielle Garrett, PlanIt Travel Designs

by Audra Anders for The Aha! Connection

I’ve known and adored Danielle Garrett for many years.  It was so fun to introduce her (in person-finally) to Peggy earlier this week at Novo Cucina.  Now I get to introduce her to you!  You’ll recognize her name from the many Travel Talk articles she’s written for us over the years but today I get to tell you all about her! … Read More »

Travel Talk: The Tour Tourism Travel Trend

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

A new travel trend emerged earlier this Spring called Tour Tourism.  Beginning this March, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour propelled this concept to huge popularity.  Rolling Stone magazine called it the “Taylor Tourism Effect” however, Taylor Swift can’t take full credit for starting this trend.  Last year, U.S.… Read More »

Travel Talk: Alaska by Land or by Sea

by PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

It’s no surprise that planning your first trip to Alaska can be a bit overwhelming. Alaska is vast and covers over 663,000 square miles. It’s bigger than Texas, California and Montana combined. With a short three month peak travel window, planning well in advance is key in securing better pricing, options and availability in Alaska.… Read More »

Where’s Audra Giveaway…Week Two!!!

It’s time for the “Where’s Audra” giveaway … week two!  We’ll be teasing photos here and on Facebook and Instagram again this week and THREE lucky winners will be chosen from the location guesses.  Here’s what you might win this week!

Where is Audra!?!?!? … Read More »

Where’s Audra Giveaway!!!!

Our popular “Where’s Audra” giveaway is back as Audra is off on an epic anniversary trip with her hubby for the next two weeks!  We’ll be teasing photos here and on Facebook and Instagram this week and next and THREE lucky winners each week will be chosen from the location guesses.  Here’s what you might win THIS week!… Read More »

Travel Talk: Scotland

by Susan Johnson of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

Scotland is known for many things…magnificent castles, wild natural beauty, distinct whisky, Highland bagpipes and some of the best golf in the world.  This stunning country is the birthplace of golf, where the sport dates back to the Middle Ages.  

My empty nester years have opened up many travel opportunities and allowed my husband and I to focus on our dream destinations. … Read More »

Travel Talk with Danielle: Airline Travel Etiquette 101 – Let us hear from you!

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

Over the years my favorite travel companions and I have had a lot of fun compiling a list of “DON’T DO’S” when flying.  Of course, I will put up with almost all pet peeves to travel, but I sure do wish the airlines would come out with a travel etiquette list! … Read More »

Travel Talk with Danielle ~ Did you know? You can Book with points via Virgin Atlantic’s Flying Club for LESS!

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

Delta and Virgin Atlantic are partners.  Sometimes that partnership serves up some great deals if booking with Virgin Atlantic points!  These flights are still available on Delta’s website, but some of the “operated by Virgin Atlantic” flights are available for much less if booking with points directly with Virgin. … Read More »

Travel Talk with Danielle: 2024 TRAVEL OUTLOOK

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

2023 is coming to a close and I think it is safe to say travel is back to pre-pandemic levels in a big way!  This year we have had to endure higher flight prices, higher than normal flight cancellations, inflated accommodation costs and over-crowded airport lounges (just to name a few issues!). … Read More »

Travel Talk with Danielle: DID YOU KNOW?  Secret Tips for Travel

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

There are lots of not-so-obvious travel tips out there, so I hope this new series “Did You Know?” will help you discover some tricks of the trade and propel you into savvy traveler status! 🙂

This first “Did You Know?” is for all you loyal Delta flyers. … Read More »

Travel Related Gift Ideas from Danielle

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

With the arrival of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, many people have begun their holiday shopping!  For those of you that have travel lovers in your family, your child will be embarking on a study abroad program or you will soon be an empty nester with big travel plans of your own…think travel gifts!… Read More »

Where’s Audra? NFA Burger Giftcard Giveaway & Audra’s Trip Details!

Our popular “Where’s Audra” giveaway is back as Audra travels with a few members of her family for the next two weeks.  The lucky winner of the $50 NFA Burger Giftcard is Judy Hughes!  Judy correctly guessed Audra’s location of Madrid, Spain from the Instagram and Facebook photos last week. 

Thank you to Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for planning Audra’s amazing trip. Read More »

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ Sailrock, A Hidden Gem in South Caicos

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

A few weeks ago my husband and I were longing for a Caribbean getaway.  We looked at several islands, but we wanted something different and unique.  We almost went back to Providenciales, known as Provo, in Turks & Caicos (a favorite of mine).  Then I remembered on our last trip to T&C in 2020 meeting a local that asked me if I’d ever been to Sailrock Resort in South Caicos. … Read More »