It was early in 2023 when we realized: eSIMs are a game changer for travelers. We were having dinner with a group of experienced travelers who have been all over the world and have traveled through several decades. They could speak of the many changes that they’ve experienced regarding how travel used to be different…
We traveled from Hawaii to Vietnam via Japan in 2024, and this is our review of our business class flight from Honolulu to Narita on Hawaiian Airlines. Is it worth it to fly Hawaiian Airlines Business class to Japan? We might be biased. Since Jedd was born and raised on Oahu, Hawaiian Airlines has been…
With growing concerns over lost luggage and delays at airports, we decided it was time to try Apple AirTags as a luggage locator or tracking device on our trips. In this Apple AirTag review for travel, we go over our personal experience with Apple AirTag luggage tracking on various flights. We also share important things…
I can’t imagine traveling without some of our tech gear. From navigating in a new city using Google maps on our smartphones to making sure our devices can be recharged with power adapters, technology has become integral to travel. Since we work remotely while traveling, compact, portable, and effective technology is essential on our trips….
As world travelers, aside from our technology, there’s probably nothing we value more than our travel jackets. Jackets? Really?! Yes! A good travel jacket can make all the difference on a terribly uncomfortably cold flight. Ever gone out and got caught in a tropical rainstorm? Do you enjoy feeling cozy? Want to protect yourself from…
Dining while on a budget can test your creativity as a traveler. Finding a balance between splurges local cuisine and managing your travel expenses is an art worth mastering. In this post, I’ll share my tips to eating well without straining your travel budget. What is a Value Traveler? This is an excerpt from a…
Today we’re covering something we get asked often when traveling long-term: what do you pack for multiple months of travel? In this two part series we’ll share our long term travel packing list recommendations for both travel clothing and gear essentials. Part One: Global Nomad Clothing Today’s post includes: 1. How to pack for your…
Growing up in Honolulu and now returning annually to visit family, January has been my favorite time to visit Hawaii. In this post, I’ll share more details about why it’s so great and how to make the most of a January Honolulu trip. Is January a good time to visit Hawaii? Yes! Let it be…
So you’re planning to go to Jamaica? That’s awesome. Many people ask what they should do in Jamaica. Sometimes what can be just as helpful is asking: “What should I NOT do?” when visiting another country. Jamaicans are a beautiful and lively people. Jamaica is the birthplace of Bob Marley, Reggae music, and the the…
Is it possible to find one travel shoe to rule with them all? Or even something you’d use 80% of the time while traveling? If you’re a minimalist and do not have space in your bag to bring multiple pairs of shoes, it’s hard to find the perfect multi-functional, multi-seasonal shoes for traveling. During one…