Vacuum Packing: Pros & Cons
Vacuum packing is the process of packing your clothes in a heavy-duty plastic bag and then sucking all the air out of it. There are two main styles of vacuum …
Best Sustainable Travel Gear
I’m increasingly vigilant about looking for ways to be more sustainable in my life. We need to care for our planet and care for ourselves. An easy way to start …
Getting Lost Abroad
Getting lost in a foreign place, where you don’t know anyone and don’t speak the language, sounds like a traveler’s worst nightmare! Believe it or not, it’s actually something I …
5 Travel Work Exchange Opportunities
Traveling long-term doesn’t have to cost a lot. Budget travelers, be aware! There are plenty of ways to cut costs and score free travel. One of the biggest expenses when …
Why Credit Card Travel Booking Portals Are Not Worth It
Credit cards can be great for travel hacking. Build up points and redeem said points for free hotels, flights, transportation, and other travel-related expenses. Check out my Beginner’s Guide for …
Sights Worth Paying For
As a hardcore budget traveler, I typically seek out free or cheap attractions. Big, famous sights often come at a cost and half the time when I do shell out …
All About Bike Sharing
Bikes are a great way to exercise and get around by your own power. They’re not something you usually throw in your suitcase when you travel, however. Just because you …
5 Brilliant DIY Packing Hacks
There are lots of tips out there for packing efficiently, minimally, and organizationally. I’ve written about many of these, including packing strategies, clothing and toiletry ideas, and the best travel …
Solo Travel Pros & Cons: An Introvert’s Perspective
Traveling alone is an incredible experience. It gives you a lot of freedom but also responsibility. You make all the decisions, navigating and exploring on your own. This can seem …
Do Travel Websites Increase Prices Based on Your Search History?
An oft-cited tip for finding the best travel deals online is to clear your browser history or search “incognito”. This is based on the idea that travel booking sites are …
