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Navigating Car Rentals

Car Rentals

What you need to know before you drive Finding a great car rental is one of the most important elements of your trip. After all, you’ll be spending hours in that vehicle getting from place to place, so you want your ride to be nice, big enough for you and your gear, and reliable—all of course at the best possible price. Here are some tips I’ve learned over my numerous road trips (and car rentals) to help you … [Read more...]

Pez Visitor Center (Orange)

Pez Visitor Center

I don't know about you, but my kids and I LOVE Pez.  Checking out the Pez Visitor Center was definitely the highlight of the day, and one of the most memorable things on the trip.  Driving up from New Haven, our GPS took us through this weird little residential area, and when we turned a corner we came upon this big commercial building with huge bright Pez wrappers hanging on the top.  The kids were squealing … [Read more...]

Hotel Hunt: Get the Right Room at the Right Price

Hotels

If you’re like me and RVs are not an option, then hotels are where you’ll be staying over the course of your trip.  Choosing a hotel can be a scary process if you have no knowledge of the area and are working with a limited budget, but using my helpful tips can take out some of the guesswork in finding acceptable hotels. 1. Chain hotels are usually a safe bet (and you could get breakfast for … [Read more...]