- April 4, 2026
Why This Company is One of the Best for Finding Work
Most travel is extractive and passive. You show up somewhere, take photos of the same landmarks everyone else takes photos of, eat at a restaurant
Don’t Visit Ko Lipe
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it
How I Got My Visa to France
I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around
The 8 Best Airbnb Experiences in Tokyo
Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night
Why Your Airplane Ticket is So Expensive
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has
Capital One Venture X Business Card Review: Is It Worth It?
I’m a sucker for a good travel rewards card. Over the years, I’ve collected a small handful of them — not because I love juggling
How to Find the Perfect Apartment Rental for Your Vacation
I used to hate renting apartments from websites like Airbnb or VRBO. As a solo traveler, I preferred the social atmosphere of hostels. You met
7 Common Travel Myths That are Completely WRONG
Years ago, the website Earth Porm reposted my article “The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When You’re Broke.” As I went through the comments on the
A Better Way to Stay Connected When You Travel
When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a
The Best Airbnb Experiences in Paris
There’s a lot of walking tour companies in Paris. I’ve taken hundreds (I’ve reviewed my favorite tour companies in this post). Besides formal tours, there’s