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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…
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…
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: 2023. Originally published: 2016. Disclosure: This free article…
When it comes to exploring new destinations, we all want to be worry-free and secure. While traditional hidden travel wallets have been the go-to solution, we find they leave much to be desired. The discomfort of hanging wallets around our necks or dealing with bulky waist options led us to look for alternatives. In our…
What kind of gifts should you pack to give to a homestay host family? If you’ve read our post, What Sucks About Home-stays and Why You Should Do Them Anyway or Michelle’s book Unconventional Budget Accommodations, you know we’re big fans of getting an authentic, local experience by staying with a host family during your…
Hawaii is known for its stunning beaches and crystal clear waters. Unfortunately, these natural wonders are being threatened by the use of traditional sunscreens containing harmful chemicals that damage coral reefs. In an effort to protect its marine ecosystems, Hawaii recently passed a law banning sunscreens that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate, two common ingredients in…
We pack and re-pack our bags a lot as Digital Nomads. Typically, we travel with a backpack and laptop bag each; or a rolling carry-on suitcase and a laptop bag. Our trips can be a house-sitting gig just a few miles away, to visiting our Peace Corps community in Jamaica, or country hopping around Europe…
Hiking in Hawaii, no matter the island, is a great way to see experience Hawaii’s natural beauty. You’ll see sights unlike anywhere else in the world and for many of those beautiful, epic, more-than-Instagram-worthy views, you’ll need to work for them. This post is meant to help you think intentionally about what to pack when…
If you’re wondering how to pack for Europe, here are some helpful tips for choosing what to bring (even for a month or longer) plus a packing list for Europe in Fall and Winter. Since becoming digital nomads, we’ve been fortunate to make several visits to Europe that were a month-long or more. For example,…
When planning a trip abroad, there are a number of important things to do before your departure. The last thing you want is to arrive to your destination, only to realize that your passport is expiring or you left something important at home. We’ve put together this simple checklist from our own international travel experience…