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Stressed out at work? Need an escape from your routine? If you live the typical North American lifestyle, there is a place in this world which is the exact opposite of your daily grind. That place is Costa Rica, where you can escape from your cares on beautiful beaches, in thick jungles, and in vibrant…
After spending several months on Tuscany’s Etruscan Coast, we can see just how special this little corner of Italy truly is. It has the stunning hilltop villages and vineyards we associate with Tuscany, but also beaches and views of the sea! While Tuscany, Pisa, Siena, and others have become popular travel destinations, the Etruscan Coast…
Many tourists are drawn to traveling Vietnam from North to South, but we often recommend prioritizing destinations in Central Vietnam. If you’re visiting this area, our Central Vietnam itinerary will help you plan the perfect trip. Is Central Vietnam worth visiting? In my personal opinion, yes 100%. Having spent several months in Vietnam over several…
When we first starting traveling, there was admittedly some fear. How can we know who to trust in a foreign place? What if we get robbed? Is it safe to visit a country with high crime rates? But the more travel experiences we had – and thanks to our safety and security training for Peace…
For visitors to downtown Honolulu and Waikiki looking to stay active, there aren’t any real hikes in Waikiki, but there are some great walking and running routes. If you’re looking for non-urban hikes near Waikiki, check out our Honolulu hiking guide. In this post, I’ll share my favorite running routes in or around Waikiki, Kaka’ako,…
One of the often overlooked benefits of house-sitting is the ability to try out different living arrangements before you settle down. In this post, we share the unique opportunity we had to house sit a friend’s tiny home in Portland, Oregon for three weeks. Updated: 2021. Originally published: May 2015. We really loved the…
In recent years the Indonesian island of Bali has become an extremely popular tourist destination due to its stunning natural landscape, cultural heritage, exotic wildlife, and affordable costs. Due to its thriving tourist scene, there are a multitude of incredible experiences which can be enjoyed across the island that many visitors do not have the…
June 5, 2021 is National Trails Day. To help promote and celebrate the importance of trails, we’ve updated our Top Hikes list. Find a National Trails Day event near you Our Best Hikes and Trails Around the World Though National Trails Day takes place in the United States, we couldn’t help but include some favorite…
I may be biased, but Oregon is pretty awesome. I (Michelle) was born and raised in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Jedd and I met in 2007 and lived in Portland until 2011, when we joined the Peace Corps. Now Oregon is our home base. In this post, we reflect on what makes living in…
We put together this list of must-try foods in Jamaica to help travelers experience the culture through typical Jamaican dishes. We also share some reflections on what we’ve learned about Jamaican food culture and traditions. Enjoy! This post originally appeared on our personal blog while we were serving with Peace Corps in Jamaica in 2014….