Jennifer Moody

34 posts
Jennifer has spent over 30 years in management consulting, earning top-tier airline and hotel status each year. She now shares the knowledge she's learned traveling to over 80 countries and across the United States as an elite travel planner and consultant. When she is not on the road, she makes her home in her native Fort Worth, Texas, where she enjoys cooking, needlepoint, and playing with her two Great Pyrenees.
Ash Wednesday receiving ashes

Ash Wednesday While Traveling

How to be observant on Ash Wednesday while traveling. We share the various options we've discovered for those travelers who wish to receive ashes on this holy day.
Two children are walking down a street during a parade or festival. One child is wearing a colorful cape with purple, green, and yellow sections, while the other child is dressed in a white dress with gold accents and rainbow-striped leggings. The street is lined with people sitting on chairs and ladders, and there are trees and decorations in the background.

Mardi Gras Like a Local – Part II

Part II of our rundown on how to Mardi Gras like a local. From Bourbon Street (yes or no?) to parades, police, drinking, and beads, we'll help you experience New Orleans and all of Mardi Gras like a local. Our guest blogger breaks it all down in this special series.
A group of people is gathered outdoors, likely at a parade or festival. Many are wearing colorful, striped shirts and beaded necklaces, suggesting a Mardi Gras celebration. Some are seated in folding chairs, while others are standing. A person is elevated on a ladder seat, providing a better view of the event. The background shows multi-story buildings and a partly cloudy sky. The atmosphere appears festive and lively.

Mardi Gras Like a Local – Part I

How to Mardi Gras like a local - from terminology to travel basics, you'll be a New Orleans pro after learning everything from what a krewe is and how to enjoy a parade (neutral ground or sidewalk?!) to ball structure and where to get the best king cake!
a closet with white clothes

Packing for a Luxury Cruise

Packing for a luxury cruise on Seabourn requires careful planning and management of a carry-on bag. We discuss our packing strategy and challenges.