Travel Tips

How to Find a Cheap Flight
Finding Cheap AirlinesFlights are one of the most expensive aspects of travel. Whether a two week or two year trip, we all have to fly somewhere. And it’s one of the reason why people don’t go somewhere – flights are “too expensive.” While deals are not as abundant as in the past, their are still many ways to avoid being the person on the flight who paid the most.
Buying a Round the World Ticket
RTW ticketsChoosing whether to pay as you go or buy a RTW ticket is one of the toughest decisions long term travelers make. If you choose wrong, you could end up spending thousands more on flights. What you choose really depends on how you travel and how often you change your plans. This article will help you decide if a round the world ticket makes sense for you.
Tips for Choosing a Backpack
Travel backpacksPicking the right backpack is as important part of any trip. Too big and you’ll have too much extra weight. Too small and you’ll never fit anything in. The wrong material and, when it rains, your stuff is soaked. A good backpack is an investment in something that will last your many years of multiple trips. I still have the same bag I bought 6 years ago.
Picking a Travel Credit Card
travel credit cards Travel credit cards offer travelers a great way to earn free stuff while spending money they would have spent anyways. However, finding the right travel card is a tedious process. There are just so many options out there that it can be confusing. This article helps take that confusion away.
Finding Cheap Accommodation
Cheap AccommodationPaying for a hotel or hostel every night can get expensive but it does not have to be. There are plenty of ways to get cheap or sometimes free rooms while traveling. You just need to think outside the box. Accommodation doesn’t need to be expensive and in fact I hardly ever pay much for the places I stay.
Picking the Right Tour Group
Tour companyOrganized tours have a bad reputation as companies that just shuffle you from one place to another so you can take a photo. However, there are many good tour companies that take their time, offer small groups, and help the environment. Here is the criteria I use to find those companies.
How to Teach English Overseas
Teaching English OverseasThis 5 part series is meant to help give an overview, information, and resources about teaching English overseas. You’ll find out everything you need to know on how to get an ESL job overseas. It is a good basic starting point and will save you many web searches.
Volunteering Overseas
Volunteering Overseas Volunteering overseas is a great way to give back to the communities you take so much from. It’s a great way to do something out of the ordinary and be productive during your trip. As a traveler you have plenty of time and no reason not too.
Working Overseas
Working OverseasWorking in a foreign country is a unique and wonderful experience. It provides insights into a different culture, country, meet new people, and get a new perspective on the world. There are many options out there for people looking to live abroad for awhile.
How to Eat Cheap Overseas
lady cooking food in thailand Everyone loves to eat and one of the best parts about traveling abroad is trying new food. I travel for food as much as I travel for people. But restaurants get expensive when you eat out everyday. Here are some tips to eat frugally so you don’t have to live on ramen noodles to save money.
How to Avoid Bank Fees
foreign currencyWe deal with money every day and on the road the foreign transaction fees and ATM fees can cost us hundreds of dollars per year. You didn’t save all this time to give your money to the banks. You saved it to spend it on food, wine, and tours. Luckily, there are a lot of simple and easy ways to pay no fees and keep your money.
The Great American Road Trip
American Road TripSince Ford first rolled out the Model T, America has had a love affair with the automobile. The country grew up around it. And, from this obsession, comes the timeless American adventure – the road trip. You can always find people speeding across the country, visiting parks, eating in diners, and finding the world’s largest ball of yarn.