Essential Hiking Gear: What Should You Bring on a Day Hike?
Travel Advice, Travel Gear, ak info, backpack, day hike, day hikes, day pack, gear guide, gps, hiking, hiking gear, hiking poles, hiking shoes, travel advice, travel gearIn 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 ...
7 Things to Know When Planning Your First Trip to Europe
Itinerary, Travel Advice, europe, europe inspiration, europe itinerary, how to, itinerary, travel adviceIf 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...
12 Things You Should Know about Renting a Car in Europe
Travel Advice, car rental, driving, europe, europe inspiration, travel adviceHaving 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. Ho...
My Life as a Travel Blogger: An Unexpected Journey
Travel Advice, itinerary, travel blog, us national parkTen 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 family up-to-date on our around the worl...
Our Around the World Packing List
RTW, Travel Advice, Travel Gear, around the world, packing list, rtw, travel gearOne 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 important things we did. Tim and I made nume...
Tips to Help You Maximize Your Time while Traveling
Travel Advice, travel adviceWith 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 planning out ahead of time what sights ...
How Much Does It Cost to Travel Around the World?
Travel Advice, around the world, budget, travel advice, travel expensesOne 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 less than you probably think. Traveling...
Capturing the Action: How to Take Great Photos When Traveling
Travel Advice, photo travel tips, photography, travel advice, travel photographyTraveling 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,...
Tips and Tricks for Traveling with Kids
Travel Advice, family travel, kids, travel advice, travel with kidsTraveling 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...
Tips for Traveling Without Your Kids
Travel Advice, family travel, travel adviceYes, 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 few days. So, how do you do it? How do yo...
101 Travel Tips After Traveling Around the World
RTW, Travel Advice, around the world, best advice, family travel, travel advice, travel tipsLooking 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 ...
How to Travel with a Peanut Allergy and See the World
Travel Advice, peanut allergy, staying safe, thailand, travel adviceDo 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 ...
China Travel Tips: Things To Know Before Traveling to China
China, Travel Advice, china, family travel, hong kong, independent travel, travel advice, travel tipsTraveling 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 ex...