From inspiration to booking, we’re presented with countless options for planning travel and a number of tools that can help us decide between them. This post contains a list of the platforms I personally use and recommend for planning and booking travel, and the order in which I use them.
Read MoreEven if you are an experienced traveler, renting a car can be stressful. Knowing what to expect can better prepare you for your reservation and help you avoid any unnecessary charges. Read on for a list of tips you should consider next time you rent a car, either at home or abroad.
Read MoreChoosing where you will stay while traveling is never an easy task when presented with dozens or even hundreds of options, but the first choice to tackle is what type of accommodation is better for your trip. Whether you are choosing a place to relax, enjoy, work, or simply store your belongings and lay your head at night, the considerations discussed in this article will help you decide.
Read MoreStay safe while traveling by staying connected with one of these four methods: using a local SIM card, purchasing or renting a pocket WIFI, roaming with your current provider, or relying on WIFI networks in cafes, hotels, etc. For each option, I discuss the pro’s and con’s and share tips for choosing the most economical option for you.
Read MoreBeing flexible is one of the most tried-and-true methods for finding the best airfare for your travels, and Google Flights is my go-to source that makes it easy to search not only for flexible dates, but also flexible destinations. Beyond finding the cheapest prices for airfare, read on to learn solutions to common flight-booking frustrations, how to use a VPN to buy lower fares, and how travelers search for hidden-city or throwaway ticketing fares.
Read MoreVerbling is an online tool that enables you to receive private language instruction anywhere in the world, from an instructor anywhere in the world. Read about my experience and why I chose to use Verbling to improve my Spanish speaking skills after taking years of formal classes.
Read MoreOn my recent trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina, I used Flytographer, a service that matches you with a professional photographer in the city that you are visiting. Learn how it works if you are a traveler or a travel photographer, and read on to inspire some great gifting ideas!
Read MoreCheck out this list of 18 Safety Tips for Female Travelers to keep in mind while traveling internationally, domestically, or while staying in your hometown. Share this list with the solo female traveler in your life!
Read MoreWhy a solo female traveler should consider joining a small group tour to make the most of her experience visiting Morocco.
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