Tag: travel tips
Before moving to the South Pacific, I’d never been on a truly small commercial aircraft. I’d flown major Asian, European, American, and Australian carriers, all with rigid safety requirements …
Growing up, my family tended to choose stateside vacations rather than globetrotting getaways. We’d pack our car to the brim with snacks and necessities, making frequent freeway stops on …
With better infrastructures, more visa-less entry countries and budget-friendly options, 2020 is the perfect year to travel the world. Whether you go for a week or the full year, …
Every January, the gym fills up with people looking to sweat out the five pounds they gained after sustaining themselves on a diet of cookies and spiked hot chocolate–and …
If Thailand isn’t in your travel plans yet, add it. But what should you pack for Thailand? There are plenty of lists out there on what to pack, yet …
It’s one of the most dreaded feelings a traveler ever has: stuck somewhere, not able to get to your destination. You planned on a certain arrival time to get …
The idea of riding a bus halfway across the US would probably be abhorrent to most Americans. That could take days and be horrendously uncomfortable. The same is not …
Brazil. The name might bring to mind the Amazon, the jungles of South America, exotic wildlife. You might think of a different sort of wild life, the revelers who dance through …
“Don’t you get lonely?” “Isn’t it dangerous?” “Won’t you get bored?” To some travelers, venturing out on a trip on your own seems like a frightening and lonely endeavor. …
“What do you do when you get lost in a city?” is a question which many travelers are asked. I believe that getting lost is an integral part of …
I’m writing this during the holiday season, where the stress-o-meter in the airports reaches its worst level. Peak crowds, packed planes, and overworked employees dealing with problems make for …
‘Tis the season of holiday travel, which means the Internets are ablaze with crucial advice from travel experts on how to best handle the bloody mess. And thank the …
