The Best Backpacks for Europe (2020): An Essential Buying Guide

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After much research and discussion with fellow travelers, we’ve compiled a list of best travel backpacks for Europe. One of the most exciting parts of planning a European backpacking trip is choosing which backpack you’ll travel with. Your bag is such a crucial item for your adventure. Carried with you wherever you go, it protects …

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Better Air Travel: 9 Tips for Surviving Long & Overnight Flights

Want to have a better, more relaxed plane flight? Trying to get some restful sleep on your overnight flight? Nervous about the logistics? With these 9 tips for long haul flights you’ll be a flying genius. 1. Pack as light as possible & focus on your carry on If possible, pack as lightly as possible for …

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Autumn in Europe: The Only Packing List You’ll Ever Need

Getting ready for some European travel this fall? I’m jealous! Autumn in Europe is one of the best times of the year. As you plan and prep for your trip, deciding what to pack will be paramount.  We hope this can serve as your go-to autumn in Europe packing list. Packing for the chilly weather …

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The Sixteen Travel Personality Types

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There are 16 travel personalities. What’s yours? We humans love to categorize. It can be fun to fit yourself (or those around you) into a neat little box and decide who and what you are. In truth, we all know that humans are far more dimensional and varied. No one fits precisely into an expected …

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Maximizing Travel with a Full Time Job

Let’s be honest. It’s not that easy to quit your 9-5 job and go travel, (though many travel bloggers will suggest otherwise!). Not only that, but many of us don’t even WANT to leave our 9-5’s. There’s a lot to be said for the stability of a predictable schedule, familiar, friendly coworkers, and a reliable …

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30 Bucket List Animal & Wildlife Experiences

There’s no doubt that learning about and observing local wildlife is an incredible part of travel. When Nathan & I go anywhere, we are always hugely interested in any animal experiences or wildlife possibilities. There are so many destinations, too, that are known for fascinating, even crazy wildlife. Throughout the years of our travels, you …

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That First Spark of Travel: Bloggers & Nomads Share Their Start

Wanderers. Nomads. Vagabonds. Drifters. We’re all over the world. And though we may be separated by time zones and oceans, one thing binds us together: our love of travel. Travel stories are fascinating and beautiful, particularly when told well. That is why we reached out to some of our very favorite travel bloggers. Each of …

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House Sitting While Traveling: Ideal For Couples

Whether you’re looking for a short term stay in a far away destination, or seeking a unique experience in a nearby city, house sitting just might be the greatest thing you’ve never done. House sitting is perfect for the active traveler. There’s no better way to experience a place than by living as the locals …

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Travel in Your 30s: Tales From 31 Awesome Travel Bloggers

In just a few short weeks, I’ll be joining Nathan in the next exciting decade: I’m turning 30.  I’m really looking forward to bidding adieu to the 20s, not because they weren’t awesome, but because I love looking forward to new adventures. (I suppose you could guess that since we are travel bloggers!) I’m not …

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My Favorite Place on Earth: 50 Travel Bloggers Share Theirs

They’ve been everywhere. They’ve seen everything. Let’s find out what the best spots on earth are according to the experts. 1. Dan & Audrey (Uncornered Market): Pamir Mountains – Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan The Pamir Mountains is one of more remote and stunningly beautiful places we’ve ever been, and this remains one of our favorite road trips …

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