5 Very Japanese Things To Do In Japan
With its mix of ancient traditions and modern life, Japan is many things. Of those things, quirky tops the list. Surprised? Japan did bring us…
Touring the Baltics in Style – Lux Express Review
While hopping my way through Europe I found that flying was almost always cheaper than taking the train. $20 to Norway? $15 dollars to…
Visiting Széchenyi Thermal Baths – Budapest’s Most Popular Place to Relax
Budapest is far and away my favourite stop on the Danube. With its crossroads location of eastern and western Europe, it has benefited from…
Budapest on Foot – Acessible Highlights from the Viking Cruise Ship Port
My favourite city on the Danube is easily Budapest. Besides being the city where I met my girlfriend (10 years ago!), the bridges and…
RTW Backpack Test – Thule Stravan Review
With the giveaway of my around-the-world tested Timbuk2 Snoop Messenger bag I was left with the sudden need of a replacement. Although I loved…
Touring Nuremberg’s Nazi Past – The Rise and Fall of Hitler’s Power
Touring Nuremberg’s Nazi Past Although not the most fun way to start my Viking River Cruise down the Danube, touring Nuremberg’s Nazi past was the stop…
Visiting Abbey Road – London’s Most Famous Crosswalk
Even if you’re not a fan of the Beatles, a simple mention of Abbey Road conjures up an image of four shaggy-haired musicians crossing…
Cologne Beer Culture – Less is More?
When you think of German beer, large steins and the busty Bavarian women carrying them come to mind…or at least for me that is….
3 Reasons Why Everyone Should Drive like Africans
Although at first I was filled with terror, I quickly found that driving in Africa was not only easy but also much better than back…
Travel Advisory – The Very Real Effect the US Election has on your Next Trip
I hate that I have to write this. For over a decade I’ve managed to escape mixing politics and travel and I had no…
Relationship Saving Road Trip Tips from a Nomadic Couple
When asked what countries were my favorite from my last around the world tour, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the Balkans always…
Little-known Locations in Australia to Visit via Campervan
Australia is famous the world over for its amazing beaches, massive coral reef, and Sydney icons such the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This,…
Eating Asia: A Foodie’s Journey Across a Continent
Asia. Delicious, flavourful Asia. I had always known that Asian food was a soft spot for me. The worldly eats recipes I have shared can…
FlashAir Review – Putting the “Insta” back in Instagram
When my Instagram account started picking up steam I caught some flack. Not because my filter choices were bunk or because all I took was selfies. No, because…
Isla Mujeres: The Perfect Escape from Cancun’s Tourist Traps
Cancun’s rise to the top of resort destinations has, not surprisingly, taken its toll on the city. Along with the hordes of college students…
This Life in Trips to Go – GPSmyCity Travel Article App Review
Exciting news friends! Now you can take This Life in Trips with you on the go thanks to a partnership with GPSmyCity. What does…
In a New York Minute – Unique Things to Do on a Short Layover in NYC
New York City has so much to offer visitors. From Broadway shows to world-class museums and famous sites seen in film and television, there…
A Peek inside the Vancouver Maple Leaf Lounge
On recent redeye trip across the country, I decided to bump up my flight to business class. This was done in an effort to…
Unique and Traditional spots to try Viennese Coffee in Vienna
Long before there were pumpkin spice lattes or double espressos with shots of peppermint, there was Viennese coffee. Coffee culture in Vienna has been…
Sea Cow Tipping in Blue Springs State Park Florida
Ah, the majestic Sea Cow. Is there anything more beautiful? Ever since hearing Jim Gaffigan’s bit on manatees (flip-flops, blob of shit) I have…
5 Awesome Things To do in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, Tennessee, home of the blues and the resting place of Elvis Presley. With a city so immersed in music history comes plenty of…
Visiting Universal Studios Springfield USA – My Harry Potter World
When I went to Super Bowl XLIX, I was ticking off something pretty huge for my travel bucket list. At the same time, Erin…
A Walk Along St. Thomas’ Charlotte Amalie Harbor
One of my favourite spots in the Virgin Islands is St. Thomas, and I haven’t even been past its harbour. I was visiting St….
5 Tips for Visiting Universal Studios Orlando
With my recent return to Florida, I had the chance to experience Universal Studios for the 3rd time. On this visit, I came to…
A Day Trip Snorkelling Hol Chan in Belize
Hol Chan is one of Belize’s top tourist attractions for a reason. It is part of the Belize Barrier Reef, second to only the…