My Favorite Tips How-to Survive Holiday Travel

by CJ | Dec 28, 2025, 11:00:25

1. Stay home and travel in the shoulder season. (Bonus you save money!) 2. Don’t buy gifts. (Bonus you save money!) 3. Bring hand luggage only. (Bonus you save money with no checked bag fees.) 4. Bring a pair of wired earbuds. 5. Bring at least one extra...

2023 Review Low downs, big ups, and lots of fabulous memories

by CJ | Dec 26, 2023, 21:02:29

It’s that time. To look back on the year and relive some fabulous memories! I made a new dive buddy friend through a FB Group and had an amazing Aggressor liveaboard adventure with her in the Red Sea, Egypt. March is a great time to find discounts on dive trips...

Global Entry Renewal Interview on Arrival Dublin – A Cautionary Tale

by CJ | May 26, 2023, 19:41:01

June 2019 I submitted the form and paid the fee to renew my Global Entry.  I waited patiently for notification of approval and hoped I wouldn’t have to do an in person interview.  Since I’m currently living outside the US the interview is an even bigger...

October Where & When

by CJ | May 24, 2023, 07:20:34

October’s map has landed What festivals are in October? Which countries gained independence? When is International Pillow Fight Day? Interactive Where? Click to see details. Zoom in to see some icons that may be behind other icons.

April Where & When

by CJ | May 23, 2023, 07:20:34

April’s Map has sprung! What festivals are in April? Which countries gained independence? When is International Pillow Fight Day? Interactive Where? Click to see details. Zoom in to see some icons that may be behind other icons....

CJ’s Countries

by CJ | May 22, 2023, 07:20:34

If you ever wondered which countries I’ve visited… Create your own visited countries map or check out the JavaScript Charts.