Deciding on accommodations when planning your vacation can sometimes be disconcerting. You may even ask yourself, “Resort versus condo?” How can you make a decision if you have little to no past experience? Maybe Travel Farther Smarter (TFS) can provide some personal insight by providing some specific differences between the two. And there are quite a few....
A stroll down the beach in Playa del Carmen

The Yucatan Peninsula’s world famous Riviera Maya with its pristine waters, white beaches and tropical climate is a must visit destination. Taking a stroll down the beach in Playa del Carmen is a great way to experience a leisurely day of fun in the sun. And we did exactly that. Playa del Carmen in the...
Puerto Morelos Mexico

Mexico’s traditions still live and thrive in a little town tucked neatly away and off the beaten path. I didn’t see any big modern tour buses jamming the small streets. That were no westernized mega malls or shopping centers with full length glass doors that are filled with the latest fashions. But what I did...
Cash, Local Currency and Credit Card

There is always that part of planning the vacation when you need to decide how much spending money to take with you. Do you take cash or use a credit card? Choosing what you want to buy and/or do is the easy part. Selecting how you pay for it is another story. Travel Farther Smarter – in association with...