Category Archives: Travel

Posted: 10/26/2023 | October 26th, 2023 I talk a lot about travel insurance on this website. I know it’s not an exciting topic, but it’s the one thing I won’t leave home without. Travel insurance has saved me — and my readers — time and time again. I’ve had my gear broken and stolen, missed […]

Posted: 10/26/2023 | October 26th, 2023 Venice is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. With its iconic canals and meandering waterways, it’s also considered one of the most unique cities in the world. And, while the city struggles with large crowds in the summer, it’s definitely still worth visiting as there is a […]

Posted: 10/26/2023 | October 26th, 2023 Lagos, Portugal is a backpacker hot spot. Located on the Algarve coast, with its breathtaking cliffs and rocky beaches, Lagos offers the perfect mix of nature and charm. Visitors can traipse through the bustling Old Town and take in the stunning coastlines by day, then enjoy the famous party […]

Posted: 10/16/2023 | October 16th, 2023 The Bilt Mastercard® is my favorite travel credit card. It’s been making waves in the travel world as the only credit card that allows you to earn points simply by paying your rent (up to 100,000 points on rent per year), making it a must-have for any renter. And […]

Posted: 10/16/2023 | October 16th, 2023 Singapore is one of my favorite cities. Home to famous hawker stalls that serve up mouthwatering dishes (including some of the cheapest Michelin-starred meals in the world), Singapore is a bustling, cosmopolitan city-state and a popular stop for anyone traveling around Southeast Asia. But since it’s a global economic […]

Posted: 10/16/2023 | October 16th, 2023 Oaxaca is now one of the most popular destinations in Mexico. Thanks to its history, textiles industry, and architectural beauty — and the growing popularity of mezcal — everyone wants to go there. There’s a ton to see and do, and every time I visit, it seems busier. (It’s […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October I love Japan. It’s one of my favorite countries in the world. But is it a suitable destination to visit with a baby? Solo female travel expert Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse was recently there with her baby and has tons of tips and advice for travelers thinking of […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October 9th, 2023 Getting — and using — credit cards is an essential component of any travel hacking strategy, yet there’s still a lot of fear surrounding them. And that’s understandable. Most of us have been taught at one point or another that credit cards are bad. They are often synonymous with […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October 9th, 2023 I write a lot about using credit cards to get points and miles for free travel. It’s a topic I’m passionate about because it has not only saved me thousands of dollars over the years, but it’s helped thousands of my readers too. And, while earning points and miles […]