Kimberly & John Scutt
Travel addicted and penny-wise....
We are a "non-backpacking" couple knowledgeable in stretching our travel dollar to experience the diversity of people and beauty around the globe.
Let us help you travel more
and spend less.
Travel addicted
and penny-wise...
We are a "non-backpacking" couple knowledgeable in stretching our travel dollar to experience the diversity of people and beauty around the globe.
Let us help you travel more and spend less.
Planning
Save on Cruise Ship Excursions
Cruise Lines make a lot of money from shore excursions. You can often save 50% or more by booking or planning your own tours. This is best done before you get on the boat. First of all, research your ports of call and decide what it is you want to see. I always go through tour books or the internet to find what points of interest are recommended. Find …
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Multi-Purpose Plastic Ties to the Rescue
We all know not to lock our luggage when travelling by plane, just in case security needs to check it. This makes me feel a tad vulnerable because it would be so quick and easy for someone to zip open my bag and grab something. My sister gave me a suggestion for a cheap and simple deterrent: multipurpose self-locking plastic ties. Wrap these around the suitcase zipper heads to …
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Weigh your Options
Have you ever had your bags weighed at the airport only to find you’re a few pounds over? That happened to me in London and I was given the choice to either get rid of five books or pay 50 pounds sterling (over $100.00 CAD). Airlines frequently charge baggage overage fees. In the past I’ve gotten around this by moving things to family members with lighter suitcases. However, it’s …
Taking Care of Business
Taking Care of BusinessThe ProblemI love going to exotic places but hate using squat toilets. Not being used to them, I find the whole process difficult especially if I’m on a moving train. It is so much easier for men.The SolutionJust before our latest trip I read about the existence of a female urinary device. This contraption is shaped like an oblong flexible funnel. You just cup it around …
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Choose Your Shoes Carefully
I love shoes. Unfortunately, now I’m paying for years of high heels and cheap but fashionable footwear. Like many middle-agers, I need to be careful about what I wear. When travelling with airline luggage weight restrictions, you have to choose your shoes carefully. Footwear must be comfortable, have good support and be versatile. I’ve become a huge fan of Mephisto shoes which carry both women’s and men’s styles. Although …
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Multi-Purpose Plastic Ties to the Rescue
We all know not to lock our luggage when travelling by plane, just in case security needs to check it. This makes me feel a tad vulnerable because it would be so quick and easy for someone to zip open my bag and grab something. My sister gave me a suggestion for a cheap and simple deterrent: multipurpose self-locking plastic ties. Wrap these around the suitcase zipper heads to …
Read moreMulti-Purpose Plastic Ties to the Rescue
What's on the horizon?
Bucket
List
Australia &
New Zealand
Carnival
in Rio
Gorilla
Trekking
Polynesian
Islands
Coming to Oakville, Ontario, Canada?
Visit Kimberly & John Scutt's
Oakville Bed & Breakfast
A rare licensed B&B option in Oakville. License #19-100368 This traditional B&B has a dedicated guest suite with queen bed, electric fireplace, table, and space for up to two comfortable cots. We have one other stylish double bedroom available for larger groups. The heated floor, double sink bathroom is for your group's private use. We cater to dietary requirements with our full hot breakfasts.
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