These posts are about experiences and tips related to the travel planning process.
You’ve got your trip to Thailand and perhaps other parts of Asia planned, so the next thing you need to figure out? The logistics. Where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, how you’ll get around, etc. At some point, you’re going to start thinking about …
Looking back on my travels last year, I’ve been thinking a lot about the gadgets and gear that truly made my trips smoother—and the ones that ended up being more hassle than help. Yes, travel can be chaotic, but the right tools can turn a …
Packing time: minimalist, carry-on style. Don’t know where to start? Welcome to the only carry-on packing list you’ll need, perfect for minimalist travelers. Whether it be because your airline charges too much for extra bags or you simply don’t want to carry so much with …
If you’re someone who shudders at the mere thought of 3+ months of cold weather, you’re not alone. Many people dread the winter months, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend them cooped up at home with the brisk air, rain, or snow! There …
Travel cards, travel cards, travel cards! What else should you remember to pack in your wallet? I’d like to think I have a pretty nice spread in my wallet for all my traveling needs. With the cards and documents that I bring while traveling abroad, …
Anyone who’s flown through multiple time zones has likely struggled with the circadian confusion known as jet lag. Your body thinks it’s still in one time zone, but it’s physically somewhere else. So it gets confused, tired and fritzy. You can’t avoid jet lag, but …
If you’ve landed on this post, chances are you’ve got a big trip ahead of you. And by big, I mean BIG. Extended. Multi-month. I could not be more excited for you! I had the luxury of quitting my boring tech job back in 2018 …
The world is changing in a way where the travel gods are now in our favor. Specifically, traveling to Europe has never been cheaper! It’s been pretty common to find $400 round-trip flights from the US to EU, score! Now all budget travelers alike can …
Portland is hands down one of my favorite US cities to visit. I’ve been there four times to date, even spent a month ‘living’ there, and can’t wait for my next trip back. There’s just so much to do, see, and eat! Sure, you can …
If you are always on the hunt for great hotel discounts like I am, you may have heard of a Priceline feature called Express Deals. During your hotel search, Priceline speckles in mystery hotel offers that provide extra savings of up to 60% off. They …