Updated: 12/03/19 | December 3rd, 2019 In our last reader story, I highlighted the story of Vikram and Ishwinder, an Indian couple who navigated a complex visa system in order to travel the world. Indians face a lot of restrictions on where they can visit and, for most countries in the world, an extensive visa […]
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The RTW Trip Giveaway: A Winner’s Update (Part 1)
Back in December, I announced Heather T. as the winner of my round the world contest. A month into her journey, Heather shares some highlights (and low points!) of her experiences in South America so far. Find out what she’s been up to, and what her year ahead looks like.
Jordan Travel Guide
Many of the world’s greatest civilizations have left their mark on Jordan, a country located at the crossroads of Africa and Asia. From the Nabataeans, who built Petra (one of the Wonders of the World), to the Romans, who paved the King’s Highway (one of the oldest roads in the world), Jordan is full of […]
Portugal Travel Tips
Portugal is a country blessed with stunning beaches, a rugged coastline, cosmopolitan cities, and incredible weather. Throw in great food, plentiful wine, and cheap prices, and it makes for a perfect — and underrated — holiday spot. I’ve been to Portugal many times over the years and I never tire of it. It’s one of […]
Everything is F*cked: Reflections on Hope and Travel with Mark Manson
Posted: 05/14/19 | May 14th, 2019 You meet a lot of interesting and smart people when you run an online business and travel the world. One of the people I’ve met is best-selling author Mark Manson. We had orbited each other for many years and finally met when he moved to New York City. We’ve […]
My Favorite Travel Books of 2016
I love to read and this year I read a ton! Now that the end of the year is near, I thought I’d share my list of the best travel books of 2016. These books will inspire you as well as help you plan your next adventure.
Bermuda Travel Guide
Bermuda is the oldest British colony in the world, and its turquoise waters, pink beaches, and pastel-colored mansions make it one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean (it’s technically in the North Atlantic but everyone always assumes it’s a Caribbean island). Thanks to questionable tax and banking laws, Bermuda is home to lots […]
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 […]
Boston Itinerary: How to Spend Five Days in Boston
Last Updated: 6/8/23 | June 8th, 2023 One of the most historic cities in the United States, Boston is the city I called home for the first 25 years of my life. More a collection of towns than a metropolis like New York, Boston is a city steeped in history (it contains a lot of […]
Seychelles Travel Guide
When I think of what heaven would look like, I think of Seychelles. I mean, look at that picture above! It just doesn’t look real. But it is and that’s what makes me salivate every time I think of these beautiful islands located off the east coast of Africa. Seychelles is composed of 115 islands, […]
Buenos Aires Travel Guide
Known as the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires lives up to its nickname thanks to its popular café culture, grand boulevards, and an incredible food scene that rivals its European counterpart. Argentina’s capital and largest city is a hotspot for music, food, the arts, and dancing. The city is one of the most diverse […]
19 Travel Goals to Accomplish Before 35
Posted: 08/20/13 | August 20th, 2013 Back in June, as I was reflecting on another birthday, I looked at a very, very old version of my website and spotted a list of travel goals I’d written that I had forgotten. As I’ve made changes to this site over the year, I moved the list around, […]