Don’t Visit Ko Lipe
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it
How I Got My Visa to France
I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around
The Best Airbnb Experiences in Paris
There’s a lot of walking tour companies in Paris. I’ve taken hundreds (I’ve reviewed my favorite tour companies in this post). Besides formal tours, there’s
The Best Airbnb Experiences in New York City
There’s a lot of tours in New York City (I’ve highlighted my favorites here) but I think one thing people don’t do enough of is
How to Find a Cheap Car Rental in 2026
I love road trips. You get in car and can just head off anywhere you want. There’s a freedom to a road trip that you
How to Find the Perfect Apartment Rental for Your Vacation
I used to hate renting apartments from websites like Airbnb or VRBO. As a solo traveler, I preferred the social atmosphere of hostels. You met
7 Common Travel Myths That are Completely WRONG
Years ago, the website Earth Porm reposted my article “The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When You’re Broke.” As I went through the comments on the
A Better Way to Stay Connected When You Travel
When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a
25 Best Holiday Gifts for Travelers in 2026
Travelers can be a fickle group of people to buy gifts for. We’re constantly coming and going, we usually don’t carry a lot of stuff
Capital One Venture X Business Card Review: Is It Worth It?
I’m a sucker for a good travel rewards card. Over the years, I’ve collected a small handful of them — not because I love juggling