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Make Your Own Travel First Aid Kit

May 29, 2022May 28, 2022 by Tom Bartel

You can easily make your own emergency travel first aid kit out of supplies you can get online or at any pharmacy. Put your kit together before your next trip.

Day Hiking Essentials: Tips for Nature Hikes and City Walks

June 9, 2022May 28, 2022 by Kristin Henning

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Our check list of day hiking essentials includes tips and what to pack for nature hikes and city walks. Based on our experience, find the best day packs, top hiking shoes and boots, and what to pack for comfortable and safe day hikes and city tours.

Our Best Travel Camera Equipment

April 21, 2022April 20, 2022 by Tom Bartel

People often ask, “What is the best travel camera?” The easy answer is the best travel camera is the one you have with you. The honest answer is slightly complicated. Here is the travel camera equipment I have been using to illustrate Travel Past 50.

Travel Resources

August 2, 2022April 19, 2022 by Tom Bartel

Our favorite travel resources and tips to make your travel easier, cheaper, safer, and more fun.

The Best Tech Gear for Travel

April 20, 2022October 28, 2021 by Tom Bartel

The updated technology available now makes traveling with all your high tech electronics a lot easier than it used to be. Check out our recommendations for the best travel accessories.

The Best Mobile Apps for Travel

September 14, 2021September 14, 2021 by Tom Bartel

Here are all our choices for the best apps to manage your travel from your phone and computer. Don’t leave home without them.

Best Use of TravelSmart Insurance App by Allianz

October 27, 2021August 16, 2020 by Kristin Henning

The TravelSmart travel app by Allianz is free and useful for travelers: Easy access to emergency numbers, find nearby doctors and pharmacies, use medical translations, track flights, and, for policy holders, receive alerts about weather, security, health, transportation and more.

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