Sarah Stone Archives
2026 Best Digital Nomad Cities: Lisbon, Chiang Mai & More
These amazing digital nomad destinations have it all: affordability, safety, convenience, and access to healthcare and other necessities.
The Ultimate Teacher’s Guide to Traveling on a School Calendar: Maximize Your Time Off!
With some creative thinking and strategic planning, teachers can travel better, cheaper, and more frequently than their nine-to-five friends who only get two weeks of PTO.
When Nature Presses Pause: Bog Bodies, Frozen Climbers, and Human Hibernation
Myths and fantastic stories tell us of people preserved in time - both dead and alive. What can these stories teach us, and will we be able to halt nature in its tracks one day?
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2025: Behind the Seeds, Test Track, and Tiffany
What are some of the highlights from EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival this year? Let's try the Mickey macaron, Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour, and Eat to the Beat!
4 Easy Hikes You Can Do Over 2 Days in Zion National Park – Scout Lookout, Pa’rus Trail & More
Zion National Park is home to some of America's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Here's how you can experience it without overexerting yourself!
10 Best USA Fall Road Trip Ideas for Couples
From the scenic Northeast to the sunny Southwest, here are our recommendations for a stunning, adventurous fall road trip with your partner!
Chicago Architecture Boat Tour: Highlights Gallery of the City’s Iconic Skyline
Chicago's skyline tells a story of American architecture through concrete, steel, and innovation. This photo journey captures highlights from a river tour through the heart of the city.
Why You Should Never Plug Your Phone into Airport USB Chargers
Hackers have found a way to steal your data using public USB ports and cheap chargers. Here's how to protect yourself against these threats while traveling.
Can You Take Snacks Through Airport Security? Your Quick TSA Food Guide
The basic rules for bringing food through airport security: stick to solids, respect the 3.4-ounce rule for anything spreadable or pourable, and pack everything accessibly.
TSA Just Ended the Shoe Removal Rule – Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
After nearly 20 years of the stressful airport shoe shuffle, TSA has officially ended the requirement to remove your shoes at security checkpoints. Here's what to know.
Can You Use Airport Lounges After Landing?
Are airport lounges only available to departing travelers, or can you use them during layovers...or even after arriving to your final destination? Here's what to know, and how to get in!
Why Your Taste Gets Weird on an Airplane (and Tomato Juice Stops Being Disgusting)
Why is tomato juice so popular on airplanes? Even if you'd never order a Bloody Mary for brunch, you might get a craving in the air. Here's why that happens!
Training Your New Puppy to Be Your Perfect Travel Companion
Ready to travel the world with your dog? Even if your pup knows how to sit, stay, and shake, you'll need to do some extra training to get them used to being on the road or in a plane. Read these tips to get started!
How International Currency Codes Get Created, Changed, and Sometimes Disappear
You might not think twice when you see USD, EUR, or JPY on your banking app, but these three-letter codes represent one of the most critical standardization systems in global finance.
Does the Coriolis Effect Really Make Toilets Flush Backwards in the Southern Hemisphere?
No, the Coriolis effect doesn't change the direction a toilet flushes. Here's what it actually does, and how to see it on a small scale (outside of your bathroom)!
Did You Know There’s Canadian River That Flows Backwards? Here’s How the Saint John River Reverses Twice a Day!
The Bay of Fundy is home to the highest tides in the world, meaning that when high tide comes in, the Saint John River has nowhere to go but...backwards! Here's why that happens.
Why Are the Netherlands’ Windmills Perfectly Positioned for Instagram?Â
Long before influencers discovered the picture-perfect views at Kinderdijk and Zaanse Schans, Dutch engineers created some of the world's most photographable landscapes.
How to Order Foreign Currency for International Travel: A Step-by-Step Guide
Heading to another country? Here's why you should order local currency ahead of time, rather than relying on cards or grabbing cash from the airport ATM!
How Does Duty-Free Shopping Work? What You Can and Can’t Bring Back Home
Can you really save money on alcohol, perfume, tobacco, and other products by shopping at a duty-free store? Here's what duty-free means and how to shop smart!
The Bulgarian Buzludzha Monument: A Soviet-Era UFO That’s a Magnet for Urban Explorers
Buzludzha is a massive communist-era monument that's one of Europe's most bizarre abandoned buildings and a magnet for adventurous travelers.
The Mystery of the “Haunted Doll Island” in Mexico, Covered in Hundreds of Creepy Toys
Mexico's Isla de las Muñecas is a place where tragedy, folk beliefs, and one man's obsession created something genuinely unforgettable in the ancient waterways of Xochimilco.
What the Airport Check-In Agent Means When They Ask About Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Bags
Here's what's really happening when airport check-in agents ask about lithium-ion batteries, and how you should respond—don't worry, it's pretty straightforward!
Lost Your Wallet or Purse While Traveling? Here’s Your Step-By-Step Survival Guide
Losing your wallet or purse can be scary and stressful. Here's a step-by-step, practical guide for what to do if your belongings go missing while you're traveling.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2025: Topiaries, Bonsai, and Incredible Eats!
Enjoy these highlights from the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, including an Inside-Out garden, hanging gardens, character topiaries and more!
“The World’s Most Useless Airport”: The True Story Behind St. Helena’s Airfield
What happens when an ambitious airport project doesn’t go as planned? St. Helena’s £285 million airport was supposed to be a game-changer—until planes couldn’t land safely.