Courageous Journeys Travel

27/10/2021

07/04/2021

Ok folks, travel is picking up! Who among you is ready for a Courageous Journey? One of my travel partners, Hurtigruten (a world leader in adventure travel), is offering a chance to experience a rare TOTAL solar eclipse in Antarctica!!! The ship departs November 21 THIS YEAR! On board will be a professional astronomer who will teach and be available to answer your questions. Your 18 day Journey also includes discovering the hidden gems of the Chilean fjords and the Falklands. Spaces are limited - if you book very soon we'll include a $2000 air credit per guest. What can match the satisfaction of traveling somewhere most people never go? Message me for more info!

26/04/2020

My passport is gettin' dusty. How 'bout yours?? 🙃

15/04/2020

Right now it's kind of a big deal to get to travel to the grocery store. But, instead of thinking about that, how about making a list of your dream destinations?
One of mine is Ireland. How about you?

14/04/2020

If you follow this page, you know that my husband and I had planned on taking a cruise in March. Like so many others, our plans changed because the cruise was cancelled due to the virus. Since we had already made arrangements for our absence and there were no travel restrictions in place, we decided to take a road trip! I hope you enjoy these photos of National Parks and Monuments in Northern Arizona and Southern Utah. When all this is over, I’d love to help you in arranging your own great American road trip or further abroad!

05/03/2020

Hey there, fellow travelers! Have you ever wondered how to tip staff employed by a hotel?
I have! Lookee what I found to help us!!

About Hotel Tipping
- gleaned from Smarter Travel

Not every hotel you are going to stay in will have a bellman and concierge. Heck, some just have Frank, who makes $7.25/hour, asleep behind the desk. But even if you’re staying at a budget property without plush bathrobes and a pillow menu, there are still staff members who deserve a tip — particularly the housekeeper who makes your bed and changes your towels. And at more upscale properties, the tipping of other service people such as valets and room service waiters is both customary and appreciated.

How Much Should You Tip Hotel Staff?

Because tipping is a way of rewarding good service, there is no way to say what is appropriate across the board. Tip at your own discretion, and be aware that standards may vary from one country to the next. The following hotel tipping guidelines will get you started:

Valet: $2 – $5 (aim for the higher end in bad weather)
Shuttle Driver: $2
Doorman: $1 – $4 (for hailing a cab and/or helping with luggage)
Bellhop: $1 – $2 per bag
Concierge: $5 – $20 (depending on the level of attention; for simple questions like directions, no tip is necessary)
Room Service: 15 – 20 percent of the bill (not required if gratuity is included)
Housekeeping: $2 – $5 per night (the messier you are, the higher the tip)
Coat Check: $1 – $2

More Hotel Tipping Tips [I’ve already used this one!]

Tip your housekeeper for each night instead of giving one large tip at the end of your stay. You may not have the same housekeeper each day, and a single tip given before you leave may not get distributed evenly to all staff members who cleaned your room. For best results, write a note clearly labeling the money so the housekeeper knows it’s intended for him or her.

26/02/2020

On March 16, hubby Wayne and I will be embarking on a sibling cruise to Mexico aboard the Norwegian Joy! This is a wonderful opportunity to conduct some market research into the cruise industry. I can't wait to tell you about the ship and share photos!!

26/02/2020

Thank you for joining Courageous Journeys Travel. I look forward to helping you create lasting memories, one trip at a time!
Check back often for travel tips, promotions, incredible photos, and last minute deals to help you check off those trips on your bucket list!
Be courageous!