travel-passport-map-how-to-plan-for-travelHow can I get organized for travel?My friends and family know that two of my passions are organizing and traveling. If you combine those two skills together, that makes for a pretty savvy traveler. So because of that, friends and family often ask me, "How can I get organized for travel?" They want tips about how to plan for travel – especially a trip overseas. Since there are a number of them planning to vacation abroad next summer, I thought I’d do a little countdown with one blog post per month containing

[caption id="attachment_801" align="alignright" width="242"]Paris - Cafe du Marche on Rue Cler Paris - Cafe du Marche on Rue Cler. Photo by Helene Segura[/caption]Who says good service and reasonable prices can’t be found in cafes on Rue Cler in Paris?We walked in the wrong way at Café du Marche, but we were still made to feel welcome. After I butchered my opening French line, the waiter smiled and brought us English menus. The diners around us were happy and lively, so the atmosphere was festive. If you’re into

[caption id="attachment_798" align="alignright" width="300"]Paris market on Rue Cler Paris market on Rue Cler. Photo by Helene Segura[/caption]Tips for Budget Travelers in Paris (continued...)SitesThe ParisMuseumPass – in 2, 4, or 6 days - is a must if you plan to see the Louvre, the Orsay, the Rodin, or other museums.  It allows you to bypass the ticket lines and save huge amounts of time. The pass can be purchased at most of the participating sites or the TI (Tourist Information) office. We bought our pass at the Cluny Museum because it was nearly empty, so there was no line to buy it. If we had purchased