Travel Advice

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

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...

13 Tips to Stay Healthy When Traveling During COVID-19

Is it possible to travel and stay healthy during these times of COVID-19? In June, we planned a six-week road trip through the United States, visiting the national parks in Colorado and Washington....

7 Things to Know When Planning Your First Trip to Europe

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 emai...

12 Things You Should Know about Renting a Car in Europe

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...

My Life as a Travel Blogger: An Unexpected Journey

Ten years ago, if you told me that I would be a travel blogger at this point in my life, I would have called you crazy!! And here I am. What started out as a little travel blog to keep friends and ...

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Our Around the World Packing List

One of the most common questions we get from people is “how do you pack for a trip around the world?” Prior to our around the world trip, purchasing gear was one of the most time intensive and impo...

Tips to Help You Maximize Your Time while Traveling

With limited vacation time, it is tempting to pack in as much sightseeing as possible into your holiday. So, how do you maximize your time? Some of these tips require some advance research, such as...

How Much Does It Cost to Travel Around the World?

One of the most popular questions we get asked is how much does it cost to travel around the world. This was our biggest question too, before we decided to take a big trip like this. It costs a lot...

Capturing the Action: How to Take Great Photos When Traveling

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 momen...

Tips and Tricks for Traveling with Kids

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 fli...

Tips for Traveling Without Your Kids

Yes, we focus on family travel. So why would we write about traveling without your kids? Because if you are a parent, sometimes it’s nice to get away without your kids, even if it is just for a f...

101 Travel Tips After Traveling Around the World

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 l...

How to Travel with a Peanut Allergy and See the World

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 terr...

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China Travel Tips: Things To Know Before Traveling to China

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 tip...