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.
Travel Styles
The Best Introduction to Madrid is the Madrid Food Tour
Every traveler deserves a great gastronomic introduction to food in Madrid, Spain. These walking tours will help you find the places you’d never discover on your own, and wrap up your experience with great stories describing the history and culture of food in Spain.
A Mekong River Cruise with AmaWaterways
A river cruise on Asia’s Mekong River with AmaWaterways casts new light on Cambodia and Vietnam. Historic sites from centuries and just decades ago are best described by locals who’ve survived and thrived in the changing Mekong Delta region.
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.
Fun Holiday Traditions in Spain: Christmas Markets and Foods
Christmas traditions in Spain involve holiday cakes and food, Christmas markets, nativities, beautifully lit cities, and processions of the Three Kings, or Wise Men. Here are highlights.
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.
Reinventing Study Abroad for Adults
A new company, Elective Study Abroad, launches immersive, small group seminars in fascinating cities in Europe and beyond. We sample the course “Art and Art de Vivre” in Montpellier, France.
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.
Merino Wool: Best T-Shirts and Clothing for Travel
An overview of the Unbound Merino wool t-shirts and other apparel we rely on for packing light. Merino wool performs in all seasons. It’s breathable, warm, odor resistant, easy wash, quick dry, packs without wrinkles, and stylish in summer or layered for winter.
