Medellín is the most popular city in Colombia (maybe even South America). It’s a hot spot for digital nomads and remote workers, expats, and travelers who come to backpack Medellín as they travel through Colombia. Set in the Aburrá Valley, Medellín has a temperate year-round climate that makes it one of the fastest-growing cities in […]
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How this Indian Couple Navigated Visas to Travel the World
Updated: 12/04/19 | December 4th, 2019 As an American, it’s easy for me to travel the world. My dollar goes far and I only have to worry about visas to a few countries around the world. But not everyone is blessed with a golden passport and it can be very hard to not only save […]
Is Colombia Safe to Visit?
Last Updated: 8/23/23 | August 23rd, 2023 Colombia is one of the most popular countries in South America for backpackers and travelers. In 2022, it saw over 4.6 million visitors — a huge increase from the early 2000s, when just 700,000 visitors came to Colombia each year. Over the past few decades, Colombia has been […]
Travel Photography: How to Photograph People
Posted: 9/25/17 | September 25th, 2017 Amateur and professional photographers alike agree: Getting locals to relax for a good photograph is one of the hardest aspects of travel photography — but not entirely impossible. Lola Akinmade Åkerström is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in publications all over the world. She loves capturing the […]
The 5 Best Travel Insurance Companies
Last Updated: 3/1/24 | March 1st, 2024 Planning a trip can be a lot of fun: researching amazing bucket-list activities, daydreaming about picture-perfect beaches and epic hikes, booking the cheap flights that will take you to the world’s most amazing destinations. Planning gives you ownership of your trip and lets you imagine all the wonderful […]
16 Things Not to Do When You Travel
I’ve made more than my share of travel mistakes. Fortunately, I’ve learned from them. Today, I want to share some of the common travel mistakes you should avoid when you head out on your next trip. With some preparation, you can avoid these common mistakes and have a smoother, more enjoyable trip.
11 More Great Travel Books I Read
I love reading. And I’ve fallen in love with reading all over again. Growing up I was an avid reader, though with movies and Netflix at my fingertips it’s all too easy to forget just how incredible – and fun – reading can be. So, if you’re looking for some good reads, look no further!
The 5 Best Hostels in Miami
Last Updated: 1/2/24 | January 2nd, 2024 Miami is a party city. There are just no two ways about it. People come here to get wild, visit nightclubs, lounge on the beach, and drink the nights away. While it’s not a city I particularly love, even I’ll admit they know how to have fun here. […]
How Do Credit Cards Work?
Posted: 5/2/24 | May 2nd, 2024 Getting — and using — credit cards is an essential component of any points and miles strategy, yet there’s still a lot of fear surrounding them. And that’s understandable. Most of us have been taught at one point or another that credit cards are bad. They are often synonymous […]
Caribbean Travel Guide
The Caribbean is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. It’s made up of over 5,000 islands, reefs, and cays, each with its own unique attractions and price ranges. Especially popular with North Americans fleeing the winter, the Caribbean is perfect for beach bums, honeymooners, and anyone looking to soak up the […]
Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide
From the world-famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema to the magnificent summit of Corcovado, topped with the legendary Wonder of the World Christ the Redeemer, Rio combines big natural attractions with a sprawling metropolis. Home to over 12 million people, it should come as no surprise that it’s one of the most popular destinations in […]
The Top 5 Lesbian Travel Destinations
Posted: 02/21/19 | February 21st, 2019 We want to speak to a wide range of voices on this website so have added an LGBTQ column to talk about travel issues that are important to some of our community members. This month, Dani, one of our LGBT columnists, shares the top five lesbian travel destinations in […]