One of the questions travelers often ask before an Iceland vacation is, “How much spending money should I bring?” If your flights, hotel, and tours are already paid for, you may be surprised by how little cash you actually need to carry. Iceland is a very card-friendly destination, so for most travelers, the bigger question is how much you should budget for meals and souvenirs during your stay.

Most DIY travelers spend their planning time researching hotels, attractions, restaurants, and the must-see sights at their destination. And they should. After all, those are the exciting parts of planning a trip.

Dreaming of Europe but looking for a destination that's a little closer to home? Whether you're hoping to avoid long-haul flights, stretch your travel budget, or simply explore somewhere new, there are plenty of cities across the United States and Canada that offer a distinctly European atmosphere.

Vancouver is often praised for its restaurants, but some of the city's most memorable food experiences happen far beyond white tablecloths and tasting menus. This is a city where cultures blend together, local ingredients shine, and beloved food traditions have become part of the destination itself.

You cannot visit Vancouver without trying several of the many wonderful restaurants the city has to offer.

If you've been considering a cruise vacation but find yourself hesitating every time you see a headline about a norovirus outbreak, you're not alone. Just last week, I had a client ask whether cruising is still safe and whether norovirus or any other virus, "running rampant" on cruise ships.

Often called the City of a Hundred Spires, Prague feels theatrical, romantic, and historical all in one. Prague does not rush, it glides. Cobbled streets curve like handwritten sentences, church spires puncture the sky with confidence, and the Vltava River drifts through it all as if it knows this city has been admired for centuries and will be admired for centuries more. Anyone that has been there, knows what I mean. And if you are going, you will too!

Japan is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, technological advancements, and attention to detail. One aspect of daily life that reflects this combination of tradition and innovation is the Japanese toilet.