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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, dear traveler. We’ll get you sorted out quickly….
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…
Are ultra low cost airlines ever really worth it? Sometimes, yes. It’s hard to argue with roundtrip tickets for two under $150. That is, if they can actually deliver you on time to your destination without losing your luggage or breaking your legs just to fit in the seats. We’ve all heard the horror stories…
Are you planning a trip to Lake Como in Italy but are unsure how to get there? Follow in our travel friend Taylor Clabaugh’s footsteps as she shows you how to get to Bellagio from Milan. Bellagio is just one of the many beautiful towns on Lake Como, but no matter where you’re going on…
Summer is the perfect time for a lazy float trip down an easy-going river. It’s a great way to relax outside, unwind from the work week, and just chat with friends or family for a few hours. We’ve been on our fair share of river tubing adventures; some long forgotten and others that will live…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most popular national park, several times over. It sees as many visitors as the next 3 most visited national parks combined. It’s hard to beat free entry, frequent elk and black bear sightings, amazing fall color, hiking and waterfalls galore, and the third highest peak east of the…
Gearing up for an epic hiking and backpacking trip in one of America’s amazing national parks? You’re probably wondering what hiking gear you can take with you on the plane. Hiking boots are no problem, but bear spray is a definite no. What about something in between like your trekking poles? The Transportation Security Administration…
In the United States, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulates what is and isn’t allowed to be brought onto airplanes. Generally, if it’s a weapon or can be used as a weapon, it’s not allowed in your carry-on luggage. But any object can be turned into a weapon and not everyone has malicious intent, and…
Is there a ferry from Honolulu to Maui? Well, there used to be, but that was almost 20 years ago. We ran into a lot of outdated info when we were planning our Hawaii trip, so let’s clear this up. Oahu and Maui are only 100 miles apart, but there is no ferry service linking…
