Traveling with MJ

Hello! I'm Mary Jo, often known as MJ. I'm a traveler, published author, travel writer, podcaster, and publisher. When I'm not on a trip, I'm busy planning or researching the next one. My travel ethos is value luxury - knowing when to splurge and when to save - whether I'm traveling across town or around the world.

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers: 50 Fantastic Finds

This holiday gift guide represents goods and services that I use regularly, with a few items that are currently on my personal shopping list. It represents a mix of needs, wants, and splurges. .

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers: 50 Fantastic Finds

50 Diverse Books Set in Istanbul: Get Lost in the Pages

Romanian Wine: A Rich & Resplendent World

Great Lakes Cruise on Viking Octantis (Review)

Princess Cruises Partners with Liev Schreiber for Specialty Whiskey

12 Fun Ways to Enjoy Sonoma Wine Tasting

Seattle: 12 Things to Do in Pioneer Square

Shopping in Barbados: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home

Suite Sailing on the Douro River: Avalon Alegria Review

Sips From Puerto Rico: Pina Colada (with Recipe)

Shopping in Marseille: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home

Review: Windstar Star Breeze, Tahiti Itinerary

Decorative Portuguese Azulejos Tiles: History & Culture Significance

16 Incredible Things to Do in Bangkok, Thailand

Things to Do in the Marquesas Islands

Visit These 10 Amazing Museums in Little Rock, Arkansas