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Riding Amtrak’s Silver Meteor: Overnight to Jacksonville and Back
From fresh-cooked steaks on the train, to one terrific bookshop, to a legendary rock guitarist—join the author on a three-day rail adventure to Jacksonville.
Slapped by a Sea Turtle: Volunteering Abroad in Costa Rica
I volunteered one summer with a sea turtle research center in Costa Rica—and my first encounter with a leatherback left me a little beat up.
Postcards from the Edge: Collecting Postmarks for Every State
This Pennsylvania student collected postcards and postmarks for a school project—one each from all 50 US states—with help from travelers and friends!
Photos: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2024
EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts is a celebration of art through several different mediums—including culinary, visual, and performing arts.
Big Time: A Year of Travels with a Dozen Concerts and Shows
With the help of much long-distance driving (and one train ride), the author caught 12 worthy concerts in 2023. Take a brief tour of the setlists and venues from this musical panorama!
The Desert Fox: Riding Amtrak’s Sunset Limited
America’s oldest named train, the Sunset Limited runs through vast and varied desert vistas on its 46-hour trek between New Orleans and Los Angeles.
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Riding Amtrak’s Coast Starlight: Seattle to Los Angeles
Ride along with the author on the Amtrak Coast Starlight: 36 hours down the West Coast, with mountains, beaches, forests, and fascinating fellow travelers.
Boo! Haunted-House-Sitting in Antigua, Guatemala
Have you ever been to a haunted house? In this post, Akaisha shares her encounter with an unexpected guest while house sitting in Antigua!
Walking Tour of Guernsey: Bluebell Woods, Fermain Bay & More
There's something about rambling in a rural location that helps you step out of drudgery and into adventure—Guernsey is perfect for that.
I Moved to New Zealand: Here Are 18 Very Strange and Fun Things You’ll Learn Living Here!
Being an expat in New Zealand presents fun challenges! From trying new foods, to picking up different hobbies, here are some fun encounters.
Locomotive Breath: Jethro Tull in Indianapolis
Our author embarked on a memorable train ride aboard the Amtrak Cardinal from Baltimore to Indianapolis to see Jethro Tull play a once-in-a-lifetime concert—read all about it!
A Day in Denver: JINYA Ramen Bar, Colorado Sake Co., & Street Art
Enjoy these photos from a day spent exploring just a few small parts of Denver—including Larimer Square, the Sculpture Garden, Colorado Sake Co. and more!
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Clouds with a Blue Lining: Destination Wedding on Turks and Caicos
The author visits a lesser-known Caribbean locale for a destination wedding with low-key island ambiance, great snorkeling, and a very exclusive resort.
I Conquered the Ha Giang Loop: 4 Days of Motoring Adventure in Vietnam
A rite of passage for backpackers, the Ha Giang Loop reaches the northernmost part of Vietnam—read Hannah's account of this four-day road trip!
I Took the Cheapest Hot Air Balloon Ride in the World
Hannah embarked on a thrilling hot air balloon ride in Vang Vieng, Laos—despite trepidation about safety, it was an absolute adventure (and affordable)!
Anthony Bourdain Day at Smorgasburg Miami
A few favorite treats from talented local chefs and cooks at Smorgasburg Miami for Anthony Bourdain Day—mofongos, churros, dumplings and more!
Queers On the Road: Figuring Out When To Come Out When Travelling
The world is an intolerant place, and the LGBTQ+ community is a frequent target for inexcusable prejudice. Traveling with a queer identity comes with numerous challenges, including determining when it’s safe to come out.
A Tourist in My Own City: 24 Hours in Leeds
Leeds is a city right in the center of northern England. Not as well-known as nearby Manchester and Liverpool, it's a fantastic destination.
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EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2023: Flowers, Butterflies & Food
Since 1994, EPCOT has held its annual Flower and Garden Festival to showcase elaborate topiaries, beautiful garden outposts, delicious food, and much more.
24 Hours On a Bus: Vietnam to Laos
Hannah saved money on travel by taking a bus instead of flying from Vietnam to Laos—what followed was 24 hours of stress, hunger, laughs, and frustration!
A Day on Dinosaur Island! Finding Fossils on the Isle of Wight
Take a journey back in time to the Cretaceous period at Compton Bay on the Isle of Wight. Search for dinosaur fossils and witness the preserved footprints!
Travelling Full-Time Is A Joy, But I Never Anticipated Its Impact On Body Image
As a digital nomad, Hannah faced unexpected struggles with body image and self-esteem. Discover her journey and how she learned to love her body again.
Dive into the Past! Let’s Go Hunting for Megalodon Teeth in Florida’s Gulf Coast
Join a fossil diving expedition in the Gulf Coast to search for megalodon teeth and other prehistoric relics from the Miocene and Pleistocene eras.
I Went River Rafting in the Peruvian Jungle
I’m sure there’s no better way to see Peru than from a rafting tour. Or if there is, I haven’t heard of it yet—and here's why you should go!
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I’m a Digital Nomad: Here are the Highs and Lows of Seeking Friends with This Lifestyle
Living the digital nomad lifestyle can be lonely—especially if you don't spend much time in one place. Here are some thoughts on making friends on the road.
Kauai: A Hawaiian Gem—More Than Just a Garden Isle
Known as the Garden Isle, the tropical Hawaiian gem of Kauai is home to gushing waterfalls, towering cliffs, dozens of beaches, and much more.
I Gave Up Everything to Become a Chronically Ill Digital Nomad
Hannah took a one-way flight to Southeast Asia to start the adventure of a lifetime—here's how she's navigated travel with chronic illness.
Biking Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Rail Trail: 62 Miles of Adventure
Ride with the author on Central PA’s Pine Creek Rail Trail! Bike along waterways, fields, and forests, plus the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2022: Drinking Around the World
My husband and I are huge fans of the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, so we go every year. Here are some of our favorite bites from 2022!
America’s Most Beautiful Train Ride: A Trip on the California Zephyr
Travel with the author from Chicago to California on the Zephyr—a gorgeous railway adventure through the Rockies and the Sierra Nevadas.