Posted: 10/19/2020 | October 19th, 2020 When you look back at 2020, what do you think you’ll remember most about it? For me, it will be the lost momentum. When the year began, it looked like it would be the Year of Matt (take that, “Summer of George”!). TravelCon was gaining a reputation as a […]
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The 12 Best Things to Do in Miami
Posted: 2/20/24 | February 20th, 2024 Miami is vibrant city known for its beach culture, party scene, Cuban influence. It’s definitely considered one of the more high energy, fun cities in America. Miami attracts millions of visitors per year. Personally, Miami isn’t my favorite city in the States (though I do love the beaches), but […]
The Joy of Coming Home from Traveling
Last Updated: 01/05/17 | January 5th, 2017 Coming home from a trip around the world can be a real culture shock, and sometimes the initial excitement wears away quickly, yielding to the reality that you are no longer traveling. It can be a hard transition to deal with. You go from something new every day […]
Travel Insurance, Pandemics, & COVID: What You Need to Know
Posted: 5/4/21 | May 4th, 2021 The coronavirus has given us all a wake-up call about what travel insurance does — and does not — cover. A lot of people assumed that travel insurance covered everything and, at the drop of a hat, would fly you home in an emergency. That incorrect assumption came as […]
Las Vegas Travel Guide
Nestled in the Nevada desert, Las Vegas is a sprawling city of glitzy hotels, bustling casinos, wild nightclubs, and world-class restaurants. A lot of people don’t like Vegas – the party, the showiness, the expensive resorts, the fancy see and be seen atmosphere. But there’s more to visiting Sin City than just the Strip. This […]
13 Common Travel Insurance Questions and Misconceptions Answered
Travel insurance is a must for any traveler. Unfortunately, it can be a confusing topic. Today I want to answer some common questions about travel insurance to make sure everyone knows what to expect from their insurance provider. It may not be a fun topic, but it is a necessary one!
Visiting the Beautiful Cornwall Region of England
Last Updated: 02/04/20 | February 4th, 2020 The Cornwall region is the farthest west you can go in England. The county is filled with farms, small towns (I stayed in Lostwithiel, population 3,000), and tiny fishing villages. The area has been populated since the Neolithic and Bronze Age. Eventually, the Britons (who were Celtic in […]
How to Travel the World in a Wheelchair
Posted: 4/30/15 | April 30th, 2015 A few months ago, I was browsing the Internet when I came across a travel blog written by a guy who traveled the world in a wheelchair. For hours, I read his blog, intrigued by what he did. I love when people don’t let their limitations hold them back. […]
England Travel Guide
England is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. While most travelers tend to stick to London (which is understandable as it’s a great city!), the rest of the region has a lot to offer and sees a fraction of the crowds. In fact, backpacking around England was one of the highlights […]
10 Reasons to Visit Australia
Updated: 8/8/22 | August 8th, 2022 Australia is one of the most remote countries in the world and, ironically, one of the most popular places to visit — especially among backpackers. Because of its distance from the United States, not many Americans tend to visit Australia. The flights are long and expensive, and when you […]
14 Easy Tips to Always Find Cheap Flights
For most trips, airfare is the most expensive part of the trip. While prices for transatlantic flights have gone down in recent years, they can still put a sizeable dent in any travel budget. Whether you’re a budget solo traveler or a family looking to vacation abroad, finding a cheap flight deal can be what […]
Why I’ll Never Return to Vietnam
Updated: 10/16/18 | Published: 9/19/2010 NOTE: This post was written in 2010 about an experience in 2007. It’s very old and so is the experience. As I say at the end of this article, you should go to Vietnam. The country has changed a lot. Take the article with a grain of salt. And, if […]