Machu Picchu is one of those bucket-list activities people dream about. While most people visit on a day trip, you can also visit via the Inca Trail, a challenging multi-day hike through the jungles of Peru. In this guest post, my friend Gillian divulges the details of her trek while sharing some tips and suggestions […]
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Peru, the third-largest country in South America, and before the pandemic, was receiving over four million visitors each year. Whether it’s to visit Machu Picchu, the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the Nazca Lines, or the vibrant capital city of Lima and its blossoming food scene, Peru lives up to the hype. I absolutely loved
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Hoping to plan the perfect family getaway? Looking for travel ideas for kids, parents and grandparents combined? Imagine a trip where grandparents get to see the world through their grandkids’ eyes, parents get a break from their daily grind, and kids create memories with the entire family that they’ll remember forever. Multi-generational family vacations are
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Whether you’re traveling to Europe for two weeks or planning an epic round-the-world adventure, you need travel insurance. Seriously. I know, it’s not a fun topic to read about. And yes, it will add to your travel budget. But after almost two decades on the road, I’ve learned the hard way just how important travel
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Big news! I am releasing a new book! It’s a massively updated version of my NYT bestselling travel guide, How to Travel the World on $50 a Day. Except this new edition is called How to Travel the World on $75 a Day. Why the new edition? Well, because of inflation…and the changed way we
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Staying productive, organized, and connected while traveling is a challenge – but with the right digital tools, you can streamline your workflow, manage finances, overcome language barriers, and navigate unfamiliar cities with ease. This is especially useful for Filipino digital nomads balancing work with exploring new destinations, engaging with locals, or networking with entrepreneurs and
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Peru is one of the best places I have ever visited (and that’s saying something). I loved every moment (this blog post goes into more detail why). Besides being incredible, it’s also an extremely affordable destination (provided you limit your fine dining in Lima and guided hikes). If you’re heading to Peru and wondering how
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Arriving at South Africa Ethiopian Airlines, I stayed at the Airport Hotel in Addis Ababa, and it turned out to be a most convenient travel experience! And on the subject, my largest hotel stays at the Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast, Hotel Sultania and W Hotel Istanbul were also great decisions if you check my reviews. Whether
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Loreto, Mexico, is a place so special it’s tempting to keep it a secret—a quiet, unspoiled destination that has earned its spot as one of the best places to visit in Mexico for those seeking authentic experiences and tranquility. Located between the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra de la Giganta Mountains, Loreto is a
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I waited far too long to visit Peru. I have no real good reason why I didn’t head there sooner than I did. The country had been on my “must visit” list for years, but there was always a reason I couldn’t go. “It’s the wrong season,” “I don’t want to go alone,” “It’s not
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