When traveling in Vietnam, effective smartphone use is less of a convenience and more of a necessity. Whether you’re trying to get across a busy city like Hanoi, or communicating with local homestay hosts in Hoi An, a smartphone can be your most valuable travel tool. Even after many years visiting Vietnam, we still use…
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. From our early days after volunteering with Peace Corps, when we spent $0 on accommodations despite visiting multiple countries, to our continual…
If you’ve ever felt a little lost or overwhelmed in unfamiliar destinations, you’re not alone. Experiencing new things is part of the thrill and beauty of traveling, but along with that comes unanticipated changes, uncertainty, and stepping outside your comfort zone. My husband, Jedd, and I have spent over a decade traveling the globe as…
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…
We aim to keep this post updated about Ecuador travel in 2025 with official Ecuador travel restrictions, requirements, and health and safety guidance. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions so you can travel confidently, safely, and responsibly in this new post-pandemic world of ours. We stayed in Cuenca, Ecuador in 2022 and…
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…
In this post, I’ll share our experience applying for a Vietnam e-visa as US citizens for a 2024 Vietnam trip, including how long it took, troubleshooting, and tips. Unfortunately, applying for a Vietnam visa is not always straight-forward. Some travelers have reported issues with the process. Or even denied entry, as one of our Intentional Travelers members…
We aim to keep this post updated about Thailand travel in 2025 with official Thailand travel restrictions, requirements, and health and safety guidance. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions so you can travel confidently, safely, and responsibly in this new post-pandemic world of ours. Since travel restrictions can vary by citizenship, we…
Cuba is a beautiful country with warm-hearted people. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, there are a few things you need to know to make the most out of your trip to Cuba. In this post, we’ve researched the important things to know – especially for U.S. travelers in 2024 – and received a…
We aim to keep this post updated about Merida Mexico travel in 2025 with official Yucatan travel restrictions, requirements, and health and safety guidance. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions so you can travel confidently, safely, and responsibly in this new post-pandemic world of ours. The Covid situation in Merida, Mexico is…