Category: Community

6 Reasons To Visit Small Towns

There’s something to be said about the charm of a small town. Whether it’s in your home state or a foreign country,  there are many benefits of visiting small towns and not focusing all of your travel time on the often more popular large cities. In all of my travels around the world, I have…

How to Road Trip in a Rental Car

Road tripping can be a fun and laid back way to reach your travel destination that many people may overlook. Often, we are so concerned about reaching our destination that we forget getting there can be half the fun.  There is much to be said about taking the slower, scenic route. From beautiful views you…

Unexpected Travel Expenses (and how to avoid them)

There have been so many times when I spent more money while on a trip than I intended on. It is beyond easy to go over your spending budget while vacationing because you are more relaxed and are not concerned about the responsibilities and financial commitments you juggle back home. So to combat the instances…

Bon Voyage Bullies – Say No to Travel Shaming

Back in the good old days (like 2019), our summer social media feeds were filled with vacation photos posted by friends and family. You couldn’t go a day without scrolling through pics of a happy couple kissing below the Eiffel Tower during a romantic getaway or a too cute for words toddler, grinning ear to…

How to Social Distance Your Travels

Socially distant travels, one introvert’s dream is another extrovert’s reality. Travel has never been more enjoyable than in 2020. I’m here to show you that you can social distance while traveling. And enjoy it too! For introverts, this is a dream come true. But extroverts can also have great social distance travel experiences. In fact,…

Hotels vs. hostels – Which one requires travel insurance?

Choosing the perfect insurance while vacationing, like temporary car insurance, travelers insurance, and airline travel insurance, is just as important as finding the right place to stay.  With the rising popularity of Airbnb and other hosting sites for people renting out their homes, there are a multitude of options when it comes to finding somewhere…