From straightforward travel guides to personal memoirs, there is no shortage of great travel reads. That’s good news, because it offers countless ways to experience new parts of the world from your own couch. But it can be hard to know where to start. Whether travel books are part of your reading repertoire or you’ve never cracked the spine of…
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Ready to explore some of the world’s most trek-worthy terrain? Europe is full of hiking opportunities of varying types and intensities with some of the world’s most spectacular nature along the way. From the Alps to the Dolomites, the mountain ranges here are known as some of the most picturesque on Earth. Whether you’re a nature lover who likes a…
Planning a trip can be stressful, especially if you are planning to go overseas. Airbnbs can be great for those traveling on a budget. However, depending on your travel party, they can be pricier than a hotel—especially in Europe. Don’t let the decision of where to stay put a damper on the unforgettable experience of your adventure. Let’s explore Airbnb…
You’re going on a cruise—how exciting! I’ll let you in on a few cruise tips and hacks for your maiden voyage. 1. Pack Accordingly Plan to bring a carry-on bag. In most situations, you will reach your cabin before your luggage does, so this bag can hold your medication and other necessities. Make sure you check the weather at every…
When sweaters start emerging from the depths of dresser drawers, travelers start dreaming of the sandy beaches and clear blue waters of the Caribbean. For most of the region’s islands, however, the fall months are also the peak of hurricane season. However, not all of the Caribbean is in the “hurricane belt”. Tucked all the way down near Venezuela, you’ll…
When you’re gluten-free, traveling internationally can be a challenge. Not all countries have the same level of awareness about celiac disease and gluten sensitivities, or education about what gluten-free really means. Plus, language barriers can make it harder to communicate your needs to servers at restaurants or read ingredient lists in grocery stores. There are ways to visit places where…
We all know summer people. You know, the people who wait all year to swim and barbeque. And then there are people who hate being sweaty, who spend June, July and August pining for cold breezes, hot beverages and sweater weather. Cool-weather people, we see you! We want you to enjoy your summer, too. We’ve put together a list of…
Head north from Sydney, Australia toward Coffs Harbour and you’ll find yourself on a coastline-hugging highway, never far from tiny waterside towns with picture-perfect beaches. The entire route is a journey through the national parks of New South Wales, with brushland, wetlands and rainforests all part of the ever-changing topography along the way. You’ll find everything from leisurely waterfall hikes…
While the pandemic hit pause on much of the travel industry in 2020 and the years that followed, there was one area of travel that saw an increase in interest: the humble road trip. Long a part of American travel culture, domestic road trips had taken a backseat in the preceding decades as international flights became more attainable; quickly, easily…
I love vacation as much as the next person. I welcome the chance to get away, to spend time in nature or with friends. I know vacation can benefit my overall health. But because of my ADHD, the very task of planning a trip is so overwhelming that I don’t even want to start. It’s no wonder people with ADHD…