Wandel Adventures

21/03/2025

ALWAYS a good reminder!

Let’s plan your next adventure now! Domestic, international, tours, hotels, packages…I am here for you! Email me at [email protected] or DM me!

25/12/2024

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours from Wandel Adventures 🎄

03/12/2024

Today is TRAVEL TUESDAY! There are deals throughout the travel industry…airlines, cruises, vacation packages, etc. Wandel Adventures wants to help make your travel ideas a reality! Email: [email protected]

~ Creating memories one destination at a time ~

04/09/2024

3 down, 7 to go! How many do you need to see? Let’s get the vacations booked! 🌴☀️🌊 DM me!

01/05/2024

HAPPY TRAVEL ADVISOR APPRECIATION DAY!

26/04/2024

TRAVEL CHAT by Wandel Adventures

New Federal Fee Disclosure Rules for Airlines & OTAs -
From airlines' own sites/mobile apps to online travel agencies (OTAs) will be required to display many of the extra fees from the outset. That includes extra charges for adding a first and second checked bag, carry-on bags, and even change and cancellation fees. Disclosure of additional seat selection fees – particularly for families traveling with children – is part of a separate federal rulemaking process that's still underway.

This new rule will apply to any flight that touches American soil, whether it's a domestic flight on a U.S. airline or an international flight to or from the states on a foreign carrier. Airlines could choose to add pop-up displays or expandable text boxes to disclose these fees, but they can't force travelers to click a link to another page dedicated to fees.

Stricter Standards for Airline Refunds -
Beginning fall 2024, the Department of Transportation's tighten refund requirements, setting a clear standard across all airlines.

Refunds for significant flight changes and cancellations -
> Changes to departure or arrival times that are more than 3 hours domestically and 6 hours internationally
> Departures or arrivals from a different airport
> Increases in the number of connections
> Instances where passengers are downgraded to a lower class of service
> Connections at different airports or flights on different planes that are less accessible or accommodating to a person with a disability

Refunds for late luggage -
Fliers who file a mishandled baggage report with the airline and whose delayed luggage isn’t delivered to them within 12 hours of their domestic flight or 15 to 30 hours of their international flight (depending on the flight’s length) can receive a full refund of their baggage fee.

Refunds for in-flight services -
Passengers are also now entitled to automatic refunds for in-flight services they paid for, but the airline failed to provide.

Refunds for when you are sick -
If a country or medical professional advises passengers not to travel to, from, or within the US for this reason, airline customers will be entitled to a travel voucher or airline credit that’s valid for at least five years

20/04/2024

Can you believe it is the end of April already? Do you have your 2024 trips booked yet? Now is the time! Wandel Adventures is ready to help!

Photo: Secrets Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

02/04/2024

April 2, 2024 – SUMMER TRAVEL CHECKLIST

Book Travel Now – Prices are already high and will likely get higher. There is no magical best day to book air/packages/cruises; however, beginning your travel mid-week may score the best deals. Don’t forget booking excursions as well. High-demand activities will sell out.

US Passport
Check your passport expiration date. Some countries require that your passport have at least six months validity beyond the dates of your trip. As per the US Department of State’s current published processing time of 6-8 weeks. Emergency, urgent, and expedited services are available at an additional cost. Go to the US Dept of State’s website for more information on applying for a passport, renewing, and processing fees/times.

TSA PreCheck / Global Entry / Clear
Several travel credit cards cover the cost of TSA PreCheck or Global Entry. Adding a membership will make time at airport security less hectic and most of the time speed up the process.

Travel Insurance
Although the world is out from under a pandemic, there are other risks that travel insurance can help cover the cost of if you need to cancel a trip. Some travel credit cards have coverage, but double check the amount of coverage as it may not be enough or the terms are not ideal.

Wandel Adventures is here for you and your travel needs!

31/03/2024

Updates coming…

01/01/2024

To you and yours…
From Wandel Adventures
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing you and yours a 2024 full of prosperity, good health, and wonderous travel! What is your first destination of 2024? Our first stop is Punta Mita, Mexico!

21/11/2023

Black Friday deals for travel gadgets!

Black Friday has come early, travelers. We've rounded up some of the best early Black Friday deals on travel gear. Get your shopping done early!

05/11/2023

Mexico has so many different styles of adventures…city, beaches, history, quaint! Wandel Adventures is here for you!

We're finding cheap flights to Mexico - as low as in the $200s roundtrip - to some of the country's best destinations for a trip this winter.

05/11/2023

Happy travels! 🌴

30/09/2023

Thrifty Traveler’s perspective on how a looming government shutdown could impact travelers. Be prepared! If you have any questions or need help navigating your travel plans, Wandel Adventures is ready, willing, and able.

“There won't be many immediate impacts for travelers: Planes will continue flying and airport security checkpoints will remain open. But other services could feel the pain.”

The federal government is barreling toward a shutdown, but what does it mean for your travels? From airports to passport applications and more, we break it down.

24/08/2023

Interesting article...what are your thoughts on this idea?

With sustainably minded destinations and progressive tour operators advising passengers to pack less, are travellers being primed for an ultralight future?

09/08/2023

Get ready to go the distance this January during the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend with a first look at the finisher medals!

09/08/2023

For those traveling to the island of Maui in the near future. This alert is from Hawaiian Airlines, but recommendation is to check in with your airlines as well.

22/06/2023

Kauai HI on your vacation list? Beautiful island and lots of options of accommodations from resort, hotel, and vacation rentals. How can we help with booking your vacation?