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Iceland is a popular but expensive travel destination. To help with your trip planning, we've put together a guide to how to travel to Iceland on a budget. We share budget tips and ways to save money in Iceland on flights, rental cars, dining out, hotels, camping, groceries, and sightseeing to help... Read More...
Our guide to help travelers avoid crowds on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. The Isle of Skye is a scenic island known for its rugged and dramatic landscapes. It is a popular tourist destination and it is no secret that the Isle of Skye can get very busy, especially during the summer months when large ... Read More...
Route 66 is the ultimate American road trip and we've put together a comprehensive 2 week Route 66 itinerary to help drivers navigate this historic route. The detailed day-by-day Route 66 itinerary covers all the basic details (mileage, general route) and sightseeing highlights along the 2,400 mile ... Read More...
How to get from London to Edinburgh. This guide covers 10 ways to travel from London to Edinburgh, and the costs, time, and booking methods associated with each so you can find the best way to get from London to Edinburgh for you. London and Edinburgh are two of the UK's most popular cities, and man... Read More...
The North Coast 500 (NC500) is one of Scotland's most spectacular driving routes, covering 500 miles of the gorgeous northern Scottish Highlands. There are so many good reasons to drive the North Coast 500 as you have the chance to enjoy such a variety of attractions, activities, and landscapes. The... Read More...
Travel stress is a feeling of mental strain and pressure related to traveling. Many people travel as a way to relieve stress, but for some people travel can also induce travel stress. We discuss a number of common reasons that you might be finding travel to be stressful, which might include feeling ... Read More...
Our guide to taking great couple photos while traveling written by a professional travel photographer. We cover everything from selfie sticks to tripods to hiring a professional photographer, and we discuss the pros and cons of each option. We then give tips and advice for getting the best travel co... Read More...
Our Finland Packing List. Based on our time traveling in Finland in winter, we've decided to create a Finland packing list for winter to help those traveling there for the first time. Finland can be a difficult place to pack for if you are not used to packing for cold weather destinations. Temperatu... Read More...
A helpful guide to driving in Iceland in winter for your Iceland winter trip. Iceland is a wonderful country for a road trip, but winter road conditions and closures can make it a stressful experience for those who are not prepared. We cover everything you need to know before you go, how to be prep... Read More...
An Essential Guide to Travel Tripods. A travel tripod is an easy way to improve your travel photography. Almost everyone travels with a camera of some sort to capture vacation memories while they travel, whether it be a cell phone, a compact camera, or professional DSLR camera. If you are wanting to... Read More...
Paris Pass review and all the information you need to decide if it is worth it for your trip to Paris. If you are planning a trip to Paris and plan to visit a number of the city's top attractions, you may be able to save money and time by purchasing the Paris Pass. The Paris Pass provides free admis... Read More...
North Coast 500 Planning Guide - We've put together a comprehensive North Coast 500 guide to help you plan the perfect North Coast 500 road trip in Scotland. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotland’s northern coast that begins and ends in the city of Inverness, the capital of... Read More...
Our London itinerary: what to see and do with 6 days in London! London is one of the world's most famous capital cities and England's largest city, offering an endless number of attractions, museums, historical buildings, and entertainment options. London can be an overwhelming city for many travele... Read More...
Our Recommended North Coast 500 Hotels Guide - where to stay along the NC500. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotland's northern coast, offering drivers rugged landscapes, sandy benches, wildlife, museums, castles, whisky distilleries, and so much more! If you are planning to r... Read More...
There are several discount Barcelona cards and passes that can help you save money in Barcelona Spain. However, it can be difficult to decide which one, if any, may help you save money and time on your trip. We'll provide information about and compare three of the most popular Barcelona passes: the ... Read More...
A guide to using & buying the Barcelona Pass and figuring out if it is worth the money. If you are planning a trip to Barcelona and want to admire Gaudí's architecture, take sightseeing tours, and visit some of Barcelona's top attractions, you may be able to save money and time by purchasing the Ba... Read More...
A perfect 7 day Iceland Itinerary for drivers visiting Iceland for the first time. If you are planning a trip to Iceland, our 7 day Iceland itinerary will help you plan the perfect Iceland road trip. If you have 7 days in Iceland you have time to explore the capital city of Reykjavík, the west coas... Read More...
A guide to what to do at a ski resort if you don't ski. Ski holidays for non-skiers? I personally don't ski but have spent time at a number of ski resorts and winter holiday destinations around the world. There are a lot of fun winter snow activities that don't involve skiing or snowboarding such as... Read More...
Review of FIG Clothing - a Canadian travel clothing company. Finding travel clothing that is both comfortable and stylish can be difficult, and this last year I found both of these qualities in FIG Clothing. FIG Clothing is a Canadian company that specializes in clothing for active women that is app... Read More...
Looking for sites like AirBnb? Here is a list of 24 sites like Airbnb for booking apartments online or listing your own property. Our guide to booking apartments online lists over 20 websites where you can search and book apartments online. Getting a great place to stay is key to a good travel exper... Read More...
Here is our one week Sri Lanka itinerary that we think is perfect for couples, which focuses on wildlife, romance, luxury, and tea. Specifically it includes staying at the top luxury resort in Sri Lanka, soaking up the beautiful scenery of Sri Lanka's hilly Tea Country, exploring ancient sites, admi... Read More...
Guide to using the London Oyster card on public transit. Using an Oyster card, a credit card sized transport card, is an easy way to save time and money if you are planning to use public transportation in London. An Oyster card can be used on just about every form of transport within London includin... Read More...
If you love travel and jewelry you're probably going to love this article on handmade travel jewelry. I fell in love with travel themed jewelry while searching for wedding rings last year and Laurence and I purchased custom travel themed wedding rings. I have since acquired more travel jewelry piece... Read More...
A comprehensive guide to Louisiana Plantations along the River Road. We recently visited 12 Louisiana plantations along Louisiana's River Road between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Louisiana's River Road parallels the east and west banks of the Mississippi River for about 70 miles (about 100 miles of... Read More...
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London along with the Cotswolds. Recently Laurence and I were invited to do a London day trip to Blenheim Palace, the Cotswolds, and Lacock Abbey with ZesTrip. London is one of those cities in which you can keep returning and still find plenty of new things to do, but i... Read More...
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A Route 66 road trip is a 2,400 mile driving adventure along what is probably the most famous road in the world. Our Route 66 planning guide will help you plan your American road trip adventure including, when to go, how many days you need, how to rent a car, what to see, where to stay, etc.... Read More...
A Travel Router is a compact little device that solves common Internet issues while traveling and offers a number of features to the on-the-go traveler who wants to stay connected. We review the best travel routers to help you decide which is for you!... Read More...
These colorful handwoven Turkish hammam towels from sorbet ltd have us dreaming of Turkey! Ethan and I have been thinking about visiting Turkey within the next year and we were very delighted to have the opportunity to review a set of sorbet-colored hammam towel handwoven in rural Turkey. These towe... Read More...
Recently we've been needing to apply for several international visas for travel in Asia and Africa, which means we've been filling out application paperwork for each country and obtaining a lot of visa photos. Even though passport and visa photos are just simple digital photos, most people have them... Read More...
Looking for a unique travel accessory? I was really excited when I first heard about the indeegear luggage belt sleeves on Twitter, and am pleased to now have the opportunity to review these unique travel accessories. The sleeves provide an innovative and creative way to not only make your luggage s... Read More...
Lettr is a new modern way to send custom postcards using your phone, tablet, or computer.You use your own photo and write a custom message and then submit it digitally. Then Lettr does the rest: printing, stamping, and mailing it to your loved ones! Lettr allows you to personalize and customize your... Read More...
If you are ever find yourself digging in your luggage or purse for your passport, credit cards, cell phone, or airline tickets, you may be in need of a few PortaPocket travel accessories. These nifty travel accessories are designed to store all your small personal belongings and keep them safe while... Read More...
TravelPony is a new hotel booking website that launched in Summer 2013 that includes both U.S. and international hotel destinations. Their cool name convinced me to take a look. I mean who doesn’t love combining travel and animals in a website name, right? It turns out that TravelPony is different... Read More...
If you are planning a trip to Paris and want to spend some time admiring great artwork and visiting grand monuments, you’ll likely save money and time by purchasing a Paris Museum Pass. The Paris Museum Pass not only allows for free admission to a over 60 of top-visited attractions in Paris (i.e.,... Read More...
One of our first thoughts when we heard that Ethan may have to get a pacemaker was what are the complications related to traveling with a pacemaker. Our a search of the Internet turned up only a handful of articles related to traveling with a pacemaker and we wanted to share what information we disc... Read More...
Most people plan trips and take vacations to get away from the stress of home and work; however, very few people take travel stress into consideration. While traveling can indeed be an escape or break from the day-to-day routine, planning and taking a trip can also be quite stressful. Let's take a l... Read More...
Using Airbnb to book accommodations during your travels can not only help save you money, but it can help you meet people and bring you closer to the local culture.While not for every traveler, we’ll review our thoughts and personal experiences of using Airbnb over the past two years.... Read More...
Do we need travel guidebooks anymore? Recent research suggests that although most people are using the Internet as a source of travel information, most people still rely on travel guidebooks during their travels. Let’s take a look at a research article in the Journal of Travel Research.... Read More...
We had made reservations for a boat ride on the Canal Saint Martin in Paris on Canauxrama. We ended up being late and missing our reservations for our boat ride on the Saint Martin Canal.... Read More...
Do you like traveling with books? I love traveling with books and this article provides tips on how to travel with books (yes, actual physical books!) while still packing light.... Read More...
Do you want to set up a travel blog or a vacation website? This article explains the basics to get your started with how to set up a travel blog, from selecting your domain name to choosing a web host.... Read More...
