Here’s our Intentional Travelers collection of blog posts related to travel tips.
On our Budapest to Amsterdam river cruise, some of our favorite moments happened before and after the included group tours. The ship would dock earlier than expected, the gangway would go down, and we’d walk off to explore before the crowds showed up. Navigating a new city at 7am, finding a local bakery, figuring out…
Bangkok is actually one of the most popular travel hubs in the world. If you have been backpacking Southeast Asia and need some time to refresh in a city, you are traveling to Bangkok for work, or you’re stopping through on a long layover, this post will help you make the most of your visit….
If you’ve been traveling abroad for decades like we have, you probably remember the days of juggling SIM cards – each one tied to a different country, carrier, and plan. We’ve had to navigate local shops, language barriers, and unexpected charges (we once got notices for a year after canceling a plan in Ecuador). But…
We have been traveling as digital nomads for over a decade, learning the ins and outs of all types of accommodations and how to choose stays that become the highlight of a trip. During our first year back after volunteering with Peace Corps, when we spent $0 on accommodations despite visiting multiple countries, to our…
Pet-sitting and house-sitting has been an important ingredient in our nomadic travel life. Since 2014, we’ve used pet-sitting and house-sitting to reduce accommodation costs in the States and even abroad. If you’re curious about pet sitting or house sitting domestically or internationally, this post shares why it’s great for budget travel and how to find…
It was early in 2023 when we realized: eSIMs are a game changer. After testing connectivity options across five continents – including local SIM cards, international phone plans, and portable WiFi devices – we’ve fully switched to using eSIMs for our own international travel (and haven’t looked back). Inside our membership, we get a lot…
Today we’re covering something we get asked often when traveling long-term: what do you pack for multiple months of travel? Today’s post includes: 1. How to pack clothes for your own style of travel 2. Important considerations when choosing the best clothing for long-term travel 3. Best fabrics and brands for travel clothing (both for…
Hoi An is one of the most talked-about destinations in Vietnam. But is it still worth visiting, or has it become too crowded to enjoy? Hoi An, Vietnam is one of our favorite places in the world. We’ve visited many times and spent over 300 days in this UNESCO-recognized destination. In this post, we’ll share…
As a digital nomad, working online while traveling, my mobile office setup started with only my laptop. But then I realized how much my posture was suffering. And I was getting joint pain in my hand from using my laptop’s track pad so much. I started to research ergonomics. Turns out laptops are great at…
How would you like to teach yourself Spanish for travel? Let’s talk about Spanish language learning tools, apps, and the best free Spanish lessons online (and offline). Learning a language is an incredible asset for traveling the world. Being able to speak to host country nationals in their mother tongue can not only help you…