[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=”] Years ago, my brother-in-law was getting married. (We’ll call him Kenny, and we’ll call his fiancé…
Reach out and touch someone
. In the late 70’s – long-distance calling was extremely expensive ($.10 to $.25 per minute), rates were very…
The great composer does not set to work because he is inspired, but becomes inspired because he is working.
“The great composer does not set to work because he is inspired, but becomes inspired because he is working.” –…
Thanksgiving musings
It’s the end of the day on Thanksgiving. Our friends & family have left & the dishes are done. Today,…
JGOOT rule number 3: You MUST be flexible
As you hopefully know by now, there are 3 simple rules to “The JGOOT Way” of travel. ALWAYS have at…
Coming to you from the future
Hey. I know this is weird, but this is the future you, and I just got in a time-machine. I’m…
Formula for a cheap vacation AND free babysitters
Need a quick getaway without the kids, but don’t have family in town to help watch them? This little trick…
Driving without car insurance = Traveling without frequent flyer points
Have you ever had to go somewhere like a wedding, family reunion or funeral and been utterly shocked at the…
Tips from an expert: Taking better vacation photos
Nearly a decade ago, I got to go on a photo-walk with renowned photographer – Trey Ratcliff. (Click here to…
“It’s not safe to travel”
After objection #1 (“Your deals seem too good to be true“), and objection #2 (“I don’t have the funds to…
“Had been wanting to visit Coeur D’Alene & your $39 flight made it possible.”
This premium subscriber just booked a bucket-list trip for $39, and saved about 500% more than the cost of his…
Another fu¢#ing school shooting…
As you may know, there was yet another fu¢#ing school shooting yesterday. Although it happened only 3 miles from where…
Some of my favorite travel pics “on loan”
[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” custom_class=”] “My Best Friend’s Wedding” is a cheesy romantic comedy that I could have just as…
It takes a village. (A “JGOOT Village”)
Got a question about an area you’ll be visiting soon? Have pictures & advice to share from a place you’ve…
George saves the day in “My Best Friend’s Wedding”
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