Are you preparing to pack for a self-guided bike tour in Europe? Wondering what clothing, gear, and other essentials to bring on your bike trip? In this post, we’ll share packing tips and a packing list to help you enjoy your cycle tour. Quick Tips: What To Pack 1-2 pairs padded bike shorts Lightweight layers…
Wondering what to pack for Jamaica – or elsewhere in the Caribbean islands? We’ve got you covered with the essentials we recommend after living in Jamaica for two years and returning to visit. This list includes the overlooked but incredibly useful travel items we’ve learned to always bring along, and we hope it helps you…
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…
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…
I (Jedd) personally think people underestimate the importance of travel packing. Having the right luggage and packing tools can really enhance (or hinder) your trip experience. In this review of LEVEL8 luggage, we’ll talk about a hardshell case, a carryon, and a set of compression packing cubes. We tested the entire set on a recent…
There is a lot of noise (pun intended) out there regarding the wireless earbud market. There are easily over a thousand different wireless earbud models with new versions coming out daily. Whether traveling on a plane, working with another person in the room, playing music during a work out, or taking a walk listening to…
Today we’re covering something we get asked often when traveling long-term: what do you pack for multiple months of travel? In this two part series we’ll share our long term travel packing list recommendations for both travel clothing and gear essentials. Part One: Global Nomad Clothing Today’s post includes: 1. How to pack for your…
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…
What should be on your travel toiletries list as a female traveler? Well, every woman has their own take on what their essential travel items should be. As a digital nomad who is frequently traveling, I have whittled down my own essential travel toiletries list, which I hope will be helpful for others preparing for…