Travel Tips Archives

Our 2022 Holiday Travel Gift Guide

November 29, 2022November 19, 2022 by Tom Bartel

Our Travel Past 50 holiday travel gift guide for 2022. Travel related essential gifts for yourself and your favorite travelers.

What to Pack for Your Trip

September 17, 2022September 6, 2022 by Kristin Henning

What to pack for your trip, what to pack in your carry-on, and how to make packing less stressful. Pack tips for extended travel anywhere, especially for women and also useful for men.

What to Wear on a Plane

September 20, 2022September 1, 2022 by Kristin Henning

What to wear on planes, for long flights and even longer travel days. We suggest what to wear and what to carry-on for maximum comfort and ease during those days in passage.

A Great Lakes Cruise, Viking Expedition Style

July 26, 2022July 19, 2022 by Kristin Henning

All about the shore excursions, hiking, kayaking, nature preserves, local culture, and onboard adventures during the Great Lakes Explorer cruise on Viking’s expedition ship Octantis.

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.