Are you about to go on your first long-haul flight and don’t know what to expect? Does the idea make you preemptively cringe in discomfort? It’s ok. Long flights don’t have to be as awful as you may have heard. With a little prior knowledge and prep you can even enjoy it! Another important thing…
You’re finally going on your first international trip, but now you’re worried about money abroad. How do you even get foreign currency? Do you really need cash, or can you just use your credit cards? All good questions. By the time you’re done reading this, you’ll have all the info you need to confidently get…
One of the biggest concerns for first-time international travelers is how to handle money abroad. Will you be able to use your credit card? Do you need cash? How do you even get foreign currency? Don’t worry. I had the same questions when I went on my first international trip all those years ago. We’ll…
For your first trip to Italy, you gotta go big! Well, you don’t have to, but I can confidently say that you won’t regret it if you do. This 10 day itinerary is the perfect taster menu for first-timers in Italy, if you can keep up with all the walking. You’ll see at least 8…
Everybody dreams of vacationing in Italy, but many never get past the dreaming part because they assume it’s just too expensive. How much does it cost to visit Italy anyway? I’m embarrassed to report that I spent $6,000 on 2 people for 10 days, not including flights. Yes, really, and no, that’s not normal. Let…
So you’ve got a trip planned to Europe, and you’re excited! But you’re also a little concerned because you heard the news mention something called an ETA or an ETIAS, and you have no idea if they apply to you or how to get them. No worries if this is you. We’ll get you sorted…
You don’t have to be a “serious hiker” to need the ten essentials when hiking. Emergencies can happen anytime, even if you’re a now-and-then hiker like me, so it’s important to carry the essentials with you on every hike. But let me tell you, I’m keeping it as light as possible! If you’re not familiar…
Take a peek into a frequent traveler’s bag! I’m always up for a trip, so I keep a bag ready to go, just in case. I’ve even bought duplicate items specifically so I have some that never leave my travel backpack. You don’t need a lot of expensive gear to have a great time! You…
Spending a weekend in Boston is the perfect introduction to this busy, historical American city. I love taking short, budget weekend trips to explore new cities. You get to experience a new atmosphere without using much PTO, if any, and you don’t have to spend much to make them happen. To keep costs down, I…
It may be “a drinking city with a music problem” but there are plenty of fun, sober things to do in Nashville if drinking isn’t your thing. No worries. It’s not my thing, either. So go ahead and plan that sober girls’ trip or friends’ getaway to Nashville! There’s more to this vibrant city than…
