Visiting Széchenyi Thermal Baths – Budapest’s Most Popular Place to Relax
byBudapest is far and away my favourite stop on the Danube. With its crossroads location of eastern and western Europe, it has benefited from…
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Budapest on Foot – Acessible Highlights from the Viking Cruise Ship Port
byMy 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
byWith 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
byTouring 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
byEven 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?
byWhen 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
byAlthough 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
byI 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
byWhen 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
byAustralia 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
byAsia. 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
byWhen 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
byCancun’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
byExciting 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
byNew 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
byOn 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
byLong 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
byAh, 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
byMemphis, 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
byWhen 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
byOne 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
byWith 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
byHol Chan is one of Belize’s top tourist attractions for a reason. It is part of the Belize Barrier Reef, second to only the…
15 Ways to do Caye Caulker Right
byThe spot of sand that is Caye Caulker attracts more than its share of visitors. With its clear blue waters and collection of chill…
Avianca Business Class Review – Airbus 320 Yay or Nay?
byNext up on my 9 business class flights around the world for $325 is the Central and South America carrier, Avianca. This is my first trip…