Travel Planning Blog
Travel planning encompasses many challenging aspects like booking flights, finding the right hotels or getting transport from point A to point B. We traveled the world non-stop for 6 years, so planning trips is second nature to us.
In our travel planning blog you’ll find lots of guides on where to stay in popular destinations, helpful tips on booking flights and hotels, as well as lots of our personal guides about long term travel and running an online travel business.
What It’s Like To Travel When Pregnant
In the beginning of 2024, we set up a home base in North Carolina after traveling the world for 6 years. It was a huge change for many reasons, and ... Read more
Why We Don’t Use AI On Our Travel Blog: The 5 Key Reasons
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the world as we know it. It’s the industrial revolution of The Information Age. Many job sectors are going to be heavily impacted, and a ... Read more
10 Things We Don’t Like About Having An Online Business
In 2018, we quit our careers as scientists, set off traveling the world and created a travel blog. Now we help millions of people visit new destinations each year, but ... Read more
10 Things We Love About Having An Online Business
Creating, building and managing our own successful online business has been the most challenging thing either of us has ever done. Everything (and we really mean every single thing!) is ... Read more
10 Things We Don’t Like About Long Term Travel
Travel isn’t just our passion, it’s our lifestyle and our livelihood. We live, eat and sleep travel. For the last 6 years, we’ve been exploring the world almost non-stop and ... Read more
10 Things We Love About Long Term Travel
We quit our science careers in the spring of 2018 and set off on an 18 month honeymoon around the world. Two weeks later in a cafe in Cordoba, Spain ... Read more
Is The Denver CityPASS Worth It?
The Denver CityPASS is the major attraction pass in the Mile High City and we’ve personally used the pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll show you what to expect when ... Read more
Is The Seattle CityPASS Worth it?
The Seattle CityPASS is the major attraction pass in Washington’s capital city and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll show you what to expect when using ... Read more
Atlas VPN Review: Should You Be Using A VPN While Traveling?
If you search for the term ‘VPN’ on any search engine online, you will instantly have access to hundreds of articles written by experts who can discuss various individual VPN ... Read more
San Francisco Pass Comparison: Which One Is Best?
The Golden City of San Francisco continues to draw millions of visitors each year, but is it worth using an attraction pass? In this comparison, we’ll show you three popular ... Read more
125 National Park Quotes, Captions + Puns
The national parks are one of the most sought after travel destinations in the United States. This guide features inspiring quotes, captions and puns from John Muir, US presidents, famous ... Read more
101 Beautiful Beach Quotes, Captions + Puns
If you’re headed to the beach and need a caption to pair with that perfect photo, we’ve done all the work for you with this compilation of beach quotes. Our ... Read more
101 Uplifting Sunset Quotes, Captions + Puns
There is nothing more inspiring than watching the sun go down and this list of sunset quotes will help you find the right words to describe your experience. If you’re ... Read more
106 Motivational Mountain Quotes, Captions + Puns
Heading to the mountains and looking for some inspiration? This is a large collection of mountain quotes by famous authors, presidents and adventurers that’s meant to motivate your next climb. ... Read more
101 Stunning Waterfall Quotes, Captions + Puns
As photographers, we find ourselves always chasing waterfalls for that perfect picture. There’s just something magical about mother nature and we hope to inspire you with these waterfall quotes. We’ve ... Read more
101 Inspirational Road Trip Quotes, Captions + Puns
There is no better feeling than hitting the open road. This collection of road trip quotes is meant to inspire your next adventure or help you find that perfect Instagram ... Read more
101 Captivating New York Quotes Perfect For Instagram
There is something special about New York City. And you can feel it from the very first time you visit. This collection of quotes will fuel your NYC wanderlust and ... Read more
101 Epic Photography Quotes + Sayings
Photography is a long journey, but it can be enjoyed by anyone. We believe a good photographer is always experimenting and looking for their next photo so this long list ... Read more
125 Best Hiking Quotes, Captions + Puns
This collection of hiking quotes is meant to motivate you to hit a new trail and explore the great outdoors. We hope to help you find the perfect caption for ... Read more
New York Pass Comparison (+ Discount)
New York City is one of the most famous cities in the world. It’s diverse, fast-paced, iconic, gritty and very expensive. But what if you could save some money on ... Read more
140 Travel Quotes To Inspire Your Wanderlust
Travel has the power to transform your life because just one trip can help you see through a new perspective. The quotes on this list inspired us to quit our ... Read more
Why You Should Buy A New York Sightseeing Pass
The New York Sightseeing Pass is one of the four major attraction passes in the Empire City and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll show you ... Read more
Where To Stay In Sedona: 5 Popular Areas + 15 Top Rated Hotels
Sedona is one of our favorite places to visit in the US for hiking, photography and outdoor adventure. But what about hotels and figuring out where to stay? Well, Sedona ... Read more
Secret Food Tour Las Vegas: An Honest Review
Tasting your way through celebrity chef eateries on a Las Vegas secret food tour is one of the best experiences you will have on your trip to Sin City. You ... Read more
How To Win A Lottery Permit To Hike The Wave
The Wave Trail on the border between Utah and Arizona is one of the hardest and most competitive hiking permits to win in the United States. But it is more ... Read more
Where To Stay Near Zion National Park
Springdale is the most popular place to stay near Zion National Park, but you can also look at hotels in Virgin, La Verkin and Hurricane if you want unique places ... Read more
Best Time To Visit Zion National Park By Month And Season
Are you trying to figure out the best time to visit Zion National Park? We are going to explain the key pros and cons to visiting Zion in each season ... Read more
Closest Airports To Zion National Park: 4 Best Options
Are you looking for the closest airports to Zion National Park? We’re going to walk you through each of the 4 best airport options near Zion for domestic US and ... Read more
Zion National Park In Winter: 10 Things You Need To Know
Are you thinking about visiting Zion National Park in winter? We are going to answer 10 important questions you might have about your trip to Zion in December, January or ... Read more
Airports Near Grand Canyon: 5 Closest US and International Options
Grand Canyon National Park contains one of the most recognizable landscapes on Earth. But how do you reach rural Northern Arizona from where you live? Well, we’re going to show ... Read more
Best Time To Visit Grand Canyon National Park By Month And Season
Spring and Fall are widely regarded as the best times of year to visit Grand Canyon South Rim. But the best season and even month for you really depends on ... Read more
Grand Canyon In Winter: 10 Things You Need To Know
Are you thinking about visiting the Grand Canyon in winter? We are going to answer 10 important questions you might have about your trip to the Grand Canyon in December, ... Read more
10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yosemite National Park In October
We spent 3 full days in Yosemite National Park in October 2019, and all things considered we think it’s one of the very best months of the year to visit. ... Read more
Where To Stay Near Acadia: 5 Different Areas + Top Rated Hotels
Figuring out where to stay near Acadia National Park is one of the biggest challenges you’ll face when planning your itinerary. Should you pay over the odds to stay in ... Read more
How To Plan A Road Trip: Best Apps, Tools & Tips
In this comprehensive step-by-step guide, we are going to explain how you can plan the perfect road trip. We want to help you prepare, save money and enjoy every minute ... Read more
The Best Hotels Near Mount Rushmore (5 Different Areas)
Keystone, Hill City, Custer, Rapid City and the northern reaches of South Dakota’s Black Hills are the 5 major areas you should consider booking a hotel for your trip to ... Read more
Best Hotels + Places To Stay Near Grand Canyon South Rim
Are you looking for the best hotels near Grand Canyon South Rim? We’re going to explain everything you need to know about each national park run lodging option on South ... Read more
Where To Stay Near Badlands National Park (Places + Hotels)
Badlands National Park has limited hotel options both inside and near the park boundaries. Interior and Wall are closest to the park, and they work for short term stays if ... Read more
Where To Stay In New York City: Best Places + Hotels In NYC
Figuring out where to stay in a place like New York City can be a daunting task. There are thousands of hotels scattered around dozens of neighborhoods and that can quickly become ... Read more
Is The New York CityPASS Worth It?
The New York CityPASS is one of the three major attraction passes in the Empire City and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll tell you everything ... Read more
Visiting The Statue Of Liberty And Ellis Island By Ferry From Manhattan
We couldn’t wait to get up close and personal with Lady Liberty when we moved to New York City. So we quickly booked our Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ... Read more
Where To Stay In Yosemite: Best Places, Hotels + Lodging
Extraordinary natural landscapes and iconic landmarks make Yosemite one of the most popular and best USA national parks. However, such popularity creates a common challenge for those planning a vacation ... Read more
10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yellowstone National Park In October
Visiting Yellowstone National Park in October is an unforgettable experience with benefits like reduced crowds and lower lodging occupancy rates, but it’s also very late in the season and that ... Read more
Our Guide On Where To Stay At Yellowstone National Park
We’ve always said that figuring out where to stay and booking hotels is the hardest part about planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park. Should you stay at lodges inside ... Read more
10 Excellent Airports To Use Near Yellowstone (By Distance)
Yellowstone is the second largest national park in the lower 48 states of America. It has 5 entrances spanning the compass points, hundreds of amazing geothermal features and a handful ... Read more
How To Find And Book Cheapest Flights: 15 Expert Cheap Flight Tips
Budget conscious and savvy travelers know two things: How to find the cheapest hotels and cheapest flights. In this expert guide, we’re going to show you exactly how you can ... Read more
How To Book Cheaper Hotels: 17 Money Saving Tips
Hotels usually account for the biggest expense on any trip away. But there are so many easy ways you can book cheap hotels if you know what to look for ... Read more
Our Review Of The Warner Bros Studio Tour In Hollywood
Touring a tv and movie studio should be on your Los Angeles travel itinerary, especially if you’re visiting for the very first time. But tours are not cheap and they ... Read more
Our Comparison Of The Alcatraz Island Day And Night Tours
Alcatraz Island has a story so intriguing that it draws in over 1.5 million visitors each year making it one of the most visited attractions in San Francisco. But there ... Read more
America The Beautiful Pass: Is A National Parks Pass Worth It?
Are you trying to decide if it is worth buying an America the Beautiful Annual National Parks Pass for your next trip in the US? Perfect! We are going to ... Read more
1 Month In Vietnam Cost Report: How Much Did We Spend?
Are you planning to spend a month traveling Vietnam but don’t know how much to budget for your trip? Maybe you have a rough idea about an average daily expense? ... Read more
30 Key Things To Know About Vietnam Before You Go
This list of the 30 most important things you need to know about Northern and Central Vietnam will perfectly prepare you for your Vietnam adventure. Our travel tips are derived ... Read more
An Unforgettable Private Tour With A Vietnam War Veteran In Hoi An
Spontaneity is truly the spice of life. An expression that is never more true than when traveling long term! By sheer happenstance, we found ourselves in a fortuitous position whereby ... Read more
How To Get From Hanoi to Halong Bay: Best Transport Options
This detailed transport guide explains everything you need to know about how to get to downtown Hanoi and all the best travel options between Hanoi to Halong Bay. Halong Bay ... Read more
Da Nang to Hoi An, Vietnam Transport Guide: Best Travel Options
This transport guide details the best travel options between Da Nang and Hoi An for travelers or backpackers traversing the beautiful country of Vietnam. Hoi An is one of Vietnam’s ... Read more
How To Book And Survive The Vietnam Sleeper Bus
The sleeper bus is one of the best ways to travel around Vietnam because it’s extremely efficient. There are numerous companies with prices ranging from $10-20 for an 8 hour ... Read more
How To Plan A Trip: Easy 15 Step Travel + Vacation Planner
This ultimate how to plan a trip guide will transform your destination daydreams into travel reality within just 15 easy-to-follow steps. Adventure is calling! But where should you go? How ... Read more