Badwater Basin Death Valley

7 Tips To Reduce Spending On The Road

I’m hanging out on the beach in Costa Rica working on my blog and thinking about how to lower my expenses. This country is expensive for budget travelers especially coming from Nicaragua or Guatemala where the dollar can stretch further. After being on the go for a few weeks, I decided to take it easy. […]

7 Ways To Meet People Traveling Solo

My friends always ask how I travel by myself. I’d love to take a trip with them, but coordinating vacation time with others can be challenging. There have been times when I found a cheap plane ticket and I was ready to book it, but a friend would still need to find out if they’re […]

Preparing For Burning Man And Zombie Apocalypse

According to the Mayans, it’s the end of an era on December 21, 2012. All hell might break loose and the world is going to end! Preparing for a week of camping and survival in the harsh environment of the Black Rock dessert at Burning Man 2012 was a good practice run through to get […]

Get A Round Trip Flight For Giving Up Your Seat

Are you willing to volunteer your seat on an over booked flight in exchange for a round trip ticket? Last weekend I flew Spirit Airlines from Las Vegas to Chicago for the Thanksgiving holiday. The flight was over sold so they were offering a round trip ticket and a $7 food voucher to volunteers who […]

8 Must-Have Travel Apps For Your Next Trip

When traveling, it’s often good to have a few helpful resources available to make your trip go more smoothly. Rather than carrying around several extra bags full of guides, brochures, and translation books, there are a wide variety of apps for your smartphone that can help make your trip go more smoothly. No more wondering […]