From cozy diners, modern eateries and cool coffeeshops, Salem’s breakfast scene is not only full of beloved institutions offering all your American classics. Oregon’s capitol city is also home to hip restaurants with the latest brunch trends. With all the options available, breakfast in Salem, Oregon makes for a great food trip! Keep reading to…
While most of our yearly Hawaii trips are to Oahu to visit family, we’ve enjoyed a couple amazing vacations to Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. In this post, we’ll share some of the best things to do in Kona Hawaii for free or low cost. As budget travelers ourselves, we know Hawaii is…
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…
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…
Hoi An Vietnam is one of our all-time favorite destinations and places to stay. Not only does the city itself have a lot to offer, Hoi An also makes a great base for day trips. This post will explore the best Hoi An day trips to help you plan nearby things to see and do….
Glacier National Park, on the border of Montana and Canada, is an ideal destination to enjoy the outdoors, hiking, and photogenic scenery of the U.S. In this post, we’ll share our experience visiting Glacier Park with travel tips and recommendations. Our Glacier Park Itinerary 4 nights at Apgar Campground Sunday: Biked around Apgar, attempted fishing…
Vietnam has become one of our favorite travel destinations. This post will help you create the best Vietnam itinerary for your own trip, whether it’s for 10 days, 2 weeks, or 1 month. We had the good fortune of having friends who were living in Vietnam for several years. They showed us around Hanoi and…
If you’re wondering where to stay on the Big Island, consider finding a place to stay in Kona. Whether you are looking for a vacation rental, hotel, or resort, this guide will help you find the perfect place to stay in Kona on Hawaii’s Big Island. Jedd grew up on Oahu, Hawaii and got to…
If you’re looking to explore Da Nang, Vietnam off the beaten path with unique experiences beyond the typical tourist spots, these are our personal recommendations for your visit. To be clear: this is NOT a generic, exhaustive list of all the best things to do in Da Nang. This is a curated, subjective list based…