In this month’s family travel guest post, Cameron Wears, from Traveling Canucks, breaks down the most common family travel excuses. Using his tips and tricks, just about any family will be able to start traveling – all it takes is some dedication and creativity!
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How to Get Paid When Your Flight is Delayed
Last Updated: 9/26/22 | September 26th, 2022 Things don’t always go as planned on the road. Lost luggage, delayed flights, travel scams — there are tons of things that can derail your trip. While serendipity, mishaps, and surprises are part of the allure of travel, the one mishap no one likes is a delayed flight. […]
Is Europe Safe to Visit Right Now?
With the perceived rise of terrorism and immigration issues in the news, many people are wondering if Europe is still a safe destination to travel to. Should you cancel your trip? The unfortunate reality is Europe is still probably safer than America! Find out why you shouldn’t let your fears hold you back.
How to Deal with Unsupportive Friends and Family
Sometimes your friends and family aren’t enthusiastic about your travel plans. They don’t understand and try to talk you out of going. It can be deflating and saddening. You’re so excited about this adventure and here they are, raining on your parade. Don’t let those people get you down!
Many readers reach out to me about this topic frequently. I can feel the angst in their emails and the confusion at not knowing to how deal with the situation.
Why I’m Leaving Austin & Moving Back to NYC
Posted: 4/17/23 | April 17th, 2023 After eight years in Austin, I’m leaving and heading back to NYC full-time. I first visited Austin in 2013, got hooked, and started coming back so much that I decided to move here in 2015. I was only semi-here my first couple of years. I split my time in […]
A Guide to Exploring Colonial New York City
Last updated: 8/17/23 | August 17th, 2023 As a history nerd, I love taking a deep dive into a destination’s past. I’m a firm believer that if you don’t understand where people have come from, you’ll never understand where they are now. It’s a big reason why I love museums so much. As one of […]
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money with Eurail Passes
This is the eternal question every traveler to Europe faces. Whether you are going for two weeks or two months, everyone wonders if they will save money by buying a rail pass or if it’s cheaper to buy tickets as they go? In this post, I dive into the details to find out the best option for the budget traveler!
Where to Stay in Dublin: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 4/9/24 | April 9th, 2024 Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something that many other European cities […]
Four Reasons This Is the Year of the Budget Traveler
Updated: 01/14/20 | January 14th, 2020 When I started traveling a decade ago, there were no large travel blogs as we know them, sharing economy websites, or apps, and there were few online booking sites for obscure destinations. I remember finding only one website about backpacking in Europe and a couple of forums where I […]
The In-Depth Guide to Buying an RTW Ticket
When it comes to planning an entire trip around the world, travelers have essentially two options: buy flights as you go or plan your route in advance. Buying as you go gives you flexibility but risks you losing out if a flight is sold out (or overpriced). Planning in advance requires more work upfront but […]
Cruise Culture: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Tourism
Posted: 07/19/2012 | July 19th, 2012 Last month, I took my first cruise as an adult (previous cruises had been with my parents) and found it to be a very culturally eye-opening experience. I broke completely out of my norm of independent travel and stepped curiously into mass consumer travel. Instead of hostels, figuring out […]
Is it Time to Break Up with Airbnb?
Posted: 10/08/19 | October 7th, 2019 There is no denying that Airbnb has changed how we travel. It got people out of the hotel/hostel quandary, gave locals a way to monetize their extra rooms and earn more income, and got tourists into different parts of cities, spreading the benefits of tourism around to a wider […]