Hiking Gear Guide Yosemite

Essential Hiking Gear: What Should You Bring on a Day Hike?

Julie Travel Advice, Travel Gear 39 Comments

In this post, find out what we carry with us on day hikes. Whether you are a new hiker, shopping for a friend or family member, or just curious about what hiking gear you should bring on a day hike, we have a lot of great information to share with you. We have hiked thousands of miles across six continents, …

First Time in Europe

7 Things to Know When Planning Your First Trip to Europe

Julie Itinerary, Travel Advice 199 Comments

If you are planning your first trip to Europe, it can be an overwhelming experience. Where should you go? How much will it cost? How many places can you visit? Does this sound familiar? We get emails every day from people who want advice planning their first trip to Europe. And we see the same questions over and over again. …

Renting a Car in Europe

12 Things You Should Know about Renting a Car in Europe

Julie Travel Advice 110 Comments

Having a car provides a lot of freedom and convenience when traveling through Europe. You can travel at your own pace, stop frequently to take in the view, and get to some places that are difficult to reach with public transportation. However, there are some things to know about renting a car in Europe. Knowing these differences in advance can …

Monument Valley

Capturing the Action: How to Take Great Photos When Traveling

Julie Travel Advice 21 Comments

Traveling and photography go hand in hand. When you are in a new place and experiencing new things, it’s only normal that you would want to get that perfect photo, something to remember the moment by. I love photography. When I travel, one of the things I look forward to most is having a memory card full of beautiful images …

Traveling with Kids

Tips and Tricks for Traveling with Kids

Julie Travel Advice 10 Comments

Traveling with kids can be exciting, frustrating, and a little nerve-wracking all at the same time. Sure, you want to share the world with your kids, but what about getting through the airplane flight, touring museums, or just enjoying a nice dinner? Here are some tips and tricks we have learned from traveling with our own kids. Traveling with Kids …

Travel Tips

101 Travel Tips After Traveling Around the World

Julie RTW, Travel Advice 84 Comments

Looking for great travel tips and advice? We spent 13 months traveling around the world, visiting 35 countries. In total, we have traveled to 67 countries across six continents. We have learned a lot and want to share our knowledge with you. Here are Our Best Travel Tips after Traveling around the World 1.  Go somewhere new every year. 2. …

Peanut Allergy

How to Travel with a Peanut Allergy and See the World

Julie Travel Advice 187 Comments

Do you want to travel more but have a peanut allergy that is holding you back? Stepping foot into a foreign country, a place where peanuts are served and you don’t speak the language, can be a terrifying experience. In 2014 and 2015, we traveled around the world with our peanut allergic son and want share our experiences with you. …

China Travel Tips

China Travel Tips: Things To Know Before Traveling to China

Julie China, Travel Advice 48 Comments

Traveling through China can be a very rewarding experience but it does come with its share of challenges. With the right expectations and a little preparation (such as reading our China travel tips), a visit to China can be an amazing experience. Many people travel here on a tour, eliminating the challenges of arranging itineraries, transportation, hotels, and meals. As …