Your Guide to Interactive Travel
While most of my family’s trip to Turkey went smoothly, Turkish Airlines forgot to load their luggage onto the plane in Istanbul. That meant they were without their belongings for a few days. Even though their luggage was delayed and not actually lost, hiccups like this are annoying and can throw you for a loop. I’ve got a simple approach on how to not lose luggage
I first published this post in 2014 when I had a winter full of chilly travel: Iceland, Spokane, and Quebec. It was fabulous and I didn’t let the cold bother me — here’s how to dress for cold weather so you can actually enjoy the winter instead of being intimidated by it. Being prepared for the weather makes a world of difference. I’m one of those
If you travel a lot, it’s easy to settle into a routine. I have my favorite booking websites, a strategy for finding activities, and dozens of Google documents describing my itineraries. So how do you take your travel to the next level? By purposely trying new things. Some will work, some might not and you’ll head back to your old ways. And that’s okay…but if
What sets the United States apart from other travel destinations? How about 59 national parks (and 408 units overall) managed by the National Park Service, including historical sites, monuments and conservation areas? That adds up to over 84 million acres of protected lands and national treasures. I’m a big fan of this country’s national parks. So much of the USA’s beauty is outdoors, and hiking
When T-Mobile first came out with free international roaming, it was game-changing for travelers. I made the switch without hesitation and recommended it whole-heartedly to other travelers. At least, until Project Fi came out. Then there was another player in this field — and possibly one who did it better. These days, it’s a battle of Google Project Fi vs T Mobile. Who does it
The most expensive underwear I own isn’t a lacy pair from Victoria’s Secret or a silk number from La Perla. That’s right: I paid $23 for a single pair of boyshorts that aren’t even cute. Of course, I didn’t buy them to be sexy (and admittedly, they’re not ugly, just ordinary). I bought them because I needed underwear with pockets. Like most travelers, I started with a
When I’m on the road, wi-fi hotspots are essential to my work and they’re relatively easy to find. However, these hotspots are horrifically insecure unless you use a VPN. Most people are aware that they shouldn’t be logging into their bank accounts or transmitting personal information over public internet connections, but frankly that’s only half the battle. Simply checking your email could open up your account —
Cruises aren’t for everyone, but I enjoy them and in certain parts of the world, I think they make a lot of sense. It’s the perfect start to an Alaska vacation and I know it’ll play into my someday trips to the Norwegian Fjords and Greek Isles. If you’re just getting started in the cruising world, here are a few of my favorite resources for sea-based
Bad luck (or whatever you want to call it) isn’t just limited to Friday the 13th. It can happen to anybody, and when problems arise during traveling it can spoil a vacation. Take a deep breath and don’t let it ruin your day. Here are five common travel misfortunes and how to work around them. Your Luggage is Delayed First of all, don’t panic. Most
Including a travel first aid kit is an essential part of packing. Getting sick on vacation is miserable and searching for a pharmacy is the last thing you’ll want to do. This do-it-yourself first aid kit is quick and cheap to make plus has all the essentials. When you’re not traveling, throw it in your day bag for local adventures or keep it in your car so it’s always
