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Travel Planning

These posts are about experiences and tips related to the travel planning process.

The Ultimate Packing Checklist For 3 Months Of Travel - www.travelswithelle.com

The Ultimate Packing Checklist For 3 Months Of Travel

February 2, 2025 by Elle L.

Packing for an extended trip? Packing for long-term travel? Don’t know where to start? Got an extended trip coming up but not sure how to pack? Finding yourself standing in front of your closet, staring at your belongings, not knowing where to start? Trying to …

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Categories Travel Planning, Packing List
Cozumel Oceanfront - TravelsWithElle

The Best Time To Visit Cozumel: A Month By Month Guide

March 20, 2025January 24, 2025 by Elle L.

Just off the coast of Playa Del Carmen lies Cozumel, a snorkeler and scuba diver’s dream destination. This little island paradise may only be 30 miles long and 10 miles wide, but it packs a big punch. Known as Mexico’s premier diving spot and a …

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Categories Mexico, Travel Planning
La Quinta Avenida - Best Things To Do In Playa Del Carmen - Travels With Elle

The Best Time To Visit Playa Del Carmen: A Month By Month Guide

March 20, 2025January 23, 2025 by Elle L.

Playa del Carmen is easily one of the most enchanting destinations on the Yucatán Peninsula. Just a short trip from Cancun, this little coastal gem offers a refreshing alternative to the megaresort scene, with its laid-back feel, lush jungle-lined streets, ancient ruins, and a seemingly …

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Categories Mexico, Travel Planning
The Ultimate Packing List for Your Vacation In Europe - www.travelswithelle.com

The Ultimate Packing Checklist for Europe

February 2, 2025January 17, 2025 by Elle L.

Packing time. Don’t know where to start? Got a trip to Europe coming up? Amazing! With all that travel planning out of the way, now for the packing… Do you ever find yourself standing in front of your closet, staring at your belongings, not knowing …

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Categories Travel Planning, Europe, Packing List
Panama Jack Resort Cancun - Best All Inclusive Resort In Cancun For Families

12 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Cancun for Families

December 24, 2024 by Elle L.

Thinking about booking a family vacation to beautiful Cancun, Mexico? If so, an all-inclusive resort is the way to go! With an all-inclusive resort, you’ll usually pay just one, all-in price for your hotel room, food, drinks, activities, and entertainment. Aside from a few special …

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Categories Mexico, Travel Planning
Winter Travel Experiences For Budget Travelers

Traveling This Winter? Save Big on Experiences with Groupon

November 4, 2024 by Elle L.

Planning a winter getaway to end 2024 with a bang? Or maybe you’re looking to start 2025 off on an adventurous note. Either way, there’s no better time to treat yourself (or someone special) to a trip that mixes relaxation and exploration. In this winter …

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Categories Travel Planning, USA
Contiki Group Trip - Spain and Portugal

Is A Contiki Trip Right For You? (I Went On My First Contiki!)

May 1, 2024April 4, 2024 by Elle L.

Just discovered Contiki and trying to figure out if booking a trip with them is the right move for you? I feel you – I was in the same boat years ago. In 2018, I came across Contiki when I first started researching how to …

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Categories Travel Planning
What To Pack For Cancun - TravelsWithElle

25 Essential Cancun Travel Tips: Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Trip

March 8, 2024 by Elle L.

Ahh, Mexico. The country is abundant with rich culture, endless beaches, and amazing food everywhere you turn. The beach destinations of Mexico (think Cancun, Tulum, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, etc.) are very popular year-round vacation spots for many travelers. For beach dwellers, Mexico is …

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Categories Travel Planning, Mexico
Where To Stay In Mexico City - 8 Best Neighborhoods To Stay In - TravelsWithElle

18 Advanced Ways to Save Money For Travel

February 7, 2024 by Elle L.

If you think you are too poor to travel, it’s time to transform your mindset. Traveling used to be exclusively for rich people, but recently, it has become so much more accessible and so much more affordable. I can’t tell you how many times this …

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Categories Budgeting, Lifestyle, Travel Planning
Best Travel Apps For Your Next Trip

28 Must-Have Free Travel Apps For Your Next Adventure

February 15, 2025November 25, 2023 by Elle L.

A good traveler needs to be well-equipped with only the best travel apps. From the time you start thinking about your next destination to the moment your feet hit the ground back home, having the right travel apps can be extremely influential in your overall …

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Categories Travel Planning, Lifestyle, Travel Gear
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