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Everywhere

May 5, 2024

First Time Traveling Internationally: A Beginners Ultimate Guide!

The first time traveling internationally can be intimidating, especially if you are doing it on your own. It can seem like there are one million things you need to know before and during a trip. If you are interested in traveling internationally, but aren't sure where to start or what to expect during your trip, this article is for you! Again, before you read on, this article is written SOLEY for BEGINNER travelers wishing to plan and execute their first trip abroad! These topics are based o[...]

Travel Thoughts

December 30, 2023

The Thing About Travel: What I’ve Learned About it in 2023

This is a light read and just personal thoughts. But here is the thing about travel... you either have the time for it or you have the money for it and there is rarely a time when you feel confident you have both. Many times you have neither. I learned a lot about my need for travel in 2022, made it my mission to bring balance back to 2023 and hope you can take the insight into 2024. The Thing about Travel in 2022What I learned in 2023What to Take into 2024The Thing About Travel in[...]

Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, part-time traveler

Everywhere

Travel Thoughts

May 21, 2023

The Struggle with Being a Part-time Traveler and How to Manage it

Traveling is addictive. However, I enjoy my home base, my gym, my pets, my family close by and, thus, part-time travel is my kind of travel. However, trying to balance life and jobs with travel can be a struggle. Things that make being a part-time traveler tough: Struggling with TimeHow to manage TimeThe Money StruggleHow to manage moneyThe Guilt TripHow to manage the guiltThe Fomo StruggleHow to manage the fearPerk of Being a Part-Time TravelER Struggling with Time PTO. Vacati[...]

In Switzerland with Backpacking backpacks

Everywhere

Travel Resources, Travel Thoughts

June 26, 2022

Is There a Right Way to Travel?

Is there a right way to travel? Honestly, the slow travelers judge the fast travelers, the luxury travelers judge the backpackers, the local cuisine eaters judge the McDonald's eaters. And all of this vice versa. I've been guilty of it, and I'm sure you have too. But thats dumb. We are wrong. So, here, I am going to shed a little light on the topic and delve into why we are wrong. And, hopefully, make you feel better about your travel decisions! I apologize ahead of time, because this post i[...]

Everywhere

Travel Thoughts

June 6, 2022

Read the Pages of the World with Travel!

I guess I am here to tell you why you should travel. I am also here to tell you what I've learned through travel. Travel is fun, yes, but it is also more than that. Travel is the best way to read the pages of the world. There is so much to see in the world and it is so exciting to touch down in a place you've never been, knowing you are about to explore places you've never seen. "The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page"- Saint Augustine I think Saint Aug[...]

Thingvellir National Park, tectonic plates, Iceland, 4-day itinerary to Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland

Europe, Travel Planning

July 25, 2021

Everything you Need to Know about the Golden Circle of Iceland

The "Golden Circle" is the name for a route connecting some of the most popular sights to see in southern Iceland, starting and ending in Reykjavik. Traveling the entire circle takes about 3.5 hours driving non-stop, therefore, making it very doable in one day. If you are going to Iceland, this must be on your itinerary! What you'll see on the Golden CircleThingvellir national ParkGullfoss WaterfallHaukadalur geothermal areaKerid CraterHveragardi- The Hot Springs TownHow to Get Around[...]

Travel Planning, Travel Resources

July 2, 2021

How to Stay Connected When Traveling Abroad!

If we're being honest, we are all a little too connected to the internet and our electronics. However, it is likely inevitable that you will need internet at some point on your trip and staying connected abroad will be a necessity. This is even more true now that there are so many people who are able to work remotely! How to stay connected: Temporary access to internetHow to stay connected: Full-time access to internet1. International Plan through local phone carrier2. Local Sim Card3. Sky R[...]

rental car, Iceland, renting a car internationally

Arkansas

Travel Planning, Travel Resources

June 27, 2021

What you need to know about renting a car internationally

When is it the best time to rent a car?Pros of Renting a carCons of Renting a carWhat to know before you rent a carRenting a Car Internationally: Recap! When is it the best time to rent a car? Know when renting a car internationally is the best option. Elizabeth and I first utilized a car rental when we went to Banff National Park in Canada. With some research, we discovered that once we landed in Calgary, Alberta we would have to bus into Banff. Once in Banff, we would have to bu[...]

Europe

Europe, Travel Resources

June 24, 2021

How to Get Around Europe: Your Transportation Options!

You can get around Europe so easy; much easier than you can you can the United States. You can hop on a train or bus or drive and get to multiple countries within a few hours! On our 3.5 week trip that started in Paris and ended in Rome, we rode two buses, two trains and took two domestic flights, so there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer to which transportation option is best! Traveling between destinations can be a source of stress within your trip. But don't let it rain on your parade! T[...]

Somewhere New

Budget Travel, Travel Planning

June 21, 2021

How to Maximize your PTO: Use it, Don’t Lose it!

Maximizing your PTO (paid time off)! Everyone has different amounts of days allotted for PTO, and some people have a different combination of PTO days, sick days, holidays, etc. I now have a new job, but for four years I traveled by navigating my PTO. I am going to give you information on how I utilized it to get the most of my days off and fit in the most trips for the year. About my (Previous) PTOThe "6 Days of PTO" scheme to maximize your PTOOther tips for maximizing[...]