Luggage Challenge

The Luggage Dupe Challenge: Can a $20 Bag Rival a $298 Viral Favorite?

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases—without any additional cost to you. If you’re gearing up for 2026 adventures and scrolling through travel TikTok, you’ve probably seen luggage and packing tips trending. At Tour Plan International—celebrating 60 years of curating smart, stylish, and stress-free journeys—we’re always testing the…

2025 Gift Guide

The 2025 Travel Lover’s Gift Guide

For 60 years, Tour Plan International has been helping travelers turn their dreams into unforgettable adventures. From guided river cruises through Europe to carefree beach escapes in the Caribbean, our passion has always been connecting people to the joy of travel. And what better way to celebrate that spirit than with Wanderlust Wrapped: The 2025…

Juice Hacking

What is Juice Jacking?

Juice Jacking Threats on the Rise — What Travelers Need to Know  As the world reopens and travelers head to airports, train stations, cruise terminals, and hotels, one of the most serious travel alerts for 2025 doesn’t come from a weather report or geopolitical conflict — it comes from a USB port. This year, the…

Save Money on Vacation

Five Ways We Waste Money on Vacation

Five Ways We Waste Money on Vacation (And How to Avoid It!) Vacations are meant to be fun, relaxing, and full of adventure, but nothing ruins a great trip faster than overspending on things that could have been avoided. From excessive baggage fees to overpriced resort sundries, many travelers unknowingly waste money that could have…

Favorite Holiday Recipes

A Culinary Journey with Tour Plan International Welcome to a world where travel and holiday treats unite to create a delicious adventure. As we look ahead to 2025, we invite you to join Tour Plan International on small group journeys that combine the joy of exploring new destinations with the pleasure of savoring your favorite…

Give the Gift of Travel

Give The Gift of Travel

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to rethink gift-giving. What if you could give a gift that reduces stress, boosts creativity, and creates memories that last a lifetime? Enter the gift of travel—a present that goes beyond material things and opens the door to unforgettable experiences. Travel enriches the mind and soul, offering new…

5 Reasons to Take a River Cruise

5 Reasons to Take a River Cruise

Embarking on a river cruise is more than just a vacation—a journey that blends luxury, culture, and unparalleled convenience. Imagine gliding through Europe’s enchanting waterways or exploring the exotic rivers of Asia and Egypt, all while enjoying top-tier accommodations and carefully curated excursions. A river cruise is the perfect way to experience the world without…

Ten Reasons to Purchase Travel Insurance

Ten Reasons to Purchase Travel Insurance

Why do Tour Plan International travel advisors always travel with insurance?  In this blog, we will provide our Ten Reasons to Purchase Travel Insurance. Is this you? “You pack way too much, realize your suitcase won’t close, then start taking stuff out. The snorkel gear, the sarong, that second jacket… you don’t really need those. But there…

Solo Travel Surges

Solo Travel Soars in Popularity

Solo Travel Soars in Popularity   Solo travel soars in popularity…with a spin. Keep reading to find out what solo travelers want this year. “I want to travel the world, and I don’t want to wait for others.”  That’s the number one reason solo travelers give as they plan their next adventure. 46% said that…