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Is your phone ready for your next trip? After a decade of nomad travel in dozens of countries, we’ve narrowed down the essential steps to prepare our smartphones for a trip. These essential pre-travel smartphone tips help us: – arrive in new places with more confidence – handle unexpected issues with more ease – navigate…
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…
How much money should I bring when I travel? Should I exchange currency before I go overseas? What’s the best way to carry cash when I’m abroad? What ATM cards or credit cards are best for international travel? In this post, we’ve put together our best tips for money and travel. Note: These tips are…
We think being an engaged citizen is pretty important, so figuring out how to vote in national elections while abroad is a priority. Regardless of what side you fall on, if you’re a U.S. citizen 18 or older, we sincerely hope you’ll vote in every presidential election as well as your local elections. If you…
If you’re visiting Florence, Italy for just one or two days – or you want to get to know the main attractions of the city quickly – this free self guided walking tour of Florence is perfect for seeing Firenze by foot. You’ll find two versions of our suggested Florence walking tour itinerary in this…
We all know cultures are different from each other. But what are those differences? The first time we travel to a new country, we don’t always know what we don’t know. What we may consider “common sense” may not be common – or make much sense – in another culture. By simply acting “naturally,” we…
If you’re wondering what to do in Hoi An, Vietnam, read on for the perfect itinerary for 2 or 3 days in Hoi An. This post also includes a Hoi An walking tour map, bike route, and access to an interactive map of all the restaurants, sights, and other places we recommend around town.
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….
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…
If you are you going on a long camping road trip, being prepared and packing the right gear can make a big difference. In this post, we’ll share our recommended packing list, with details on our favorite items. * Download our printable Packing List PDF here * Updated: May 2025. Originally published: 2016. Disclosure: This free…