Traveling solo is also often associated with a strange kind of emotional baggage for many in the USA. These are not just questions of logistics or safety. It is about…
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How to Stay Safe While Travelling Abroad: A Practical Guide for American Tourists
Travel safety is one of the bTravel safety is a concern for many Americans. It stops them from traveling. The thought of something going wrong in a place makes them…
Adventure Travel 101: How to Start Saying Yes to Trips That Scare You
Adventure travel is usually lumped into a category of extreme sports, high-end gear and adventurers whose skills far outstrip that of even the most seasoned traveller. That image is what…
Learning a Few Words Changes Everything: Why Language Effort Matters When You Travel
The average American who takes their first plunge into international travel wants to believe that language will be no big deal. In lots of the cities same visited by vacationers…
The Ultimate Guide to Getting a Passport for the First Time as an American
For many Americans, a passport is something they think about only when a trip is already on the horizon. Until that moment arrives, it often feels like paperwork that can…
Honeymoon Planning Guide: How to Plan a Dream Trip Without the Debt
A honeymoon is meant to be special. This is often the first big trip a couple takes together post wedding planning. However with the costs of a venue, outfits, your…
How to Travel for Free (Or Nearly Free) Using Points, Stays, and Work Exchanges
At first, the concept of travelling and not spending money seems impossible. But flights, hotels, food and transport add up pretty quick. This is what I meant when I said…
How to Take a Month Off Work and Travel Without Quitting Your Job
The reality that a long stretch away almost always comes at the cost of quitting their job is something most Americans take for granted. That notion lurks behind a lot…
The World’s Most Underrated Travel Destinations (That Americans Keep Overlooking)
Most American travellers end up in the same handful of places. Paris, London, Rome, Tokyo, and a few big-name beach destinations. There is nothing wrong with those cities. They are…
Eating Your Way Around the World: A Food Lover’s Travel Guide
Some people travel for beaches. Some for cities. Some for museums. Then there are people who plan entire international trip around food. A single dish can be enough reason to…
