How to Charge Up Your Travels and Home
Over the 16 years we’ve been traveling to more than 80 countries, with close to that many different electronic devices, we’ve become experts on how to keep things charged up while on the road.
Tom Bartel
The Best Introduction to Madrid is the Madrid Food Tour
It seems like we’ve been to Madrid five hundred times. We’ve probably spent that many days there and eaten meals and tapas in at least half that many Madrid restaurants and bars. And at least half of those were very good. So, when it comes to a Madrid food tour, we feel like we’ve already done it.
The Best Travel Accessories (2026)
Travel is not just about the destination. It’s also about making the journey as smooth as possible. Here are our recommendations for the best accessories for every kind of travel in the coming year. For packing, comfort, and tech needs.
Some Inspirational and Amusing Quotes About Travel
I was asked a while back what my favorite travel quotes were. In the last 16 years since we’ve been traveling full time, I’ve heard and thought a lot about travel and what people have to say about it.
The National Parks of the United States by State
A list of National Parks and Monuments by state, with links to our stories about parks we’ve visited. There are 62 U.S. National Parks, including two in American Samoa and the United States Virgin Islands. Lots of other fun facts about National Parks.
Why You Should Use a VPN When You Travel
Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) when you travel isn’t just a optional extra. It’s a simple, smart way to protect your personal information, keep your online activity private, and make your travel experience smoother.
Day Hiking Essentials: What to Pack in Your Day Pack
The key to a packing list for a day hiking trip: have everything you need; don’t carry any weight you don’t have to; and be ready if something doesn’t go exactly according to plan.
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft While Traveling
Here’s a do-it-yourself list of things to do to protect yourself from identity theft while traveling – and when you’re at home. Security tips for using your phone, credit cards, mail, and financial accounts.
The Fallas Festival of Valencia, Spain
Every spring, the city of Valencia, Spain, explodes into a five-day spectacle of colorful sculpture, sound, and light, known as Las Fallas. Officially celebrated from March 15 to 19 every year, the Fallas are anticipated throughout the year by all Valencianos.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Spain
A list of all the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Spain, with links to posts about the ones we have visited and photographed. There are 50 World Heritage Sites in Spain, the third most of any country. These include both cultural heritage sites and nature areas. Four are shared with other countries.
