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From taking a train trip across the Canadian Rockies, to relaxing on a romantic getaway to Mexico, the articles, stories, and guides you’ll find here are sure to help you plan your dream trip to North America. Frayed Passport is community-driven, so if you have a story or post you’d like to share, have a look at the editorial guidelines and get in touch!
Not sure where to start? Check out the top post on traveling in North America this month: A Sophisticated Guide to Drinking Tequila—the National Liquor of Mexico

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If you can swim—ok, if you can float—then you can snorkel! And the best snorkeling in North America is at Dry Tortugas National Park right near Key West.
No one can predict when market downturns will happen and no one can predict when they will end. It is best to be prepared knowing that you will be able to ride them through.
How many of America's beautiful National Parks have you had the chance to visit? Here are just a few ideas for your next adventure!
Ready to see the world and make a difference? Read our guide to volunteering abroad so you have the tools to choose the right program and travel SMART.
All over the world, you'll find comfort foods. They're diverse and delicious, and filled with love. Let's have a look at a few you can try on your travels!
It’s no secret that we live on $30,000 per year, and in our 31st year of financial independence we see no need to lower our spending. Here's how we do it, and how you can too.
This is the second in a series of articles on my semi-retired travels with my wife, Robin, who is not retired, but works remotely. Read about our visit to the new St. Pete pier, the Salvador Dalí Museum, a Rays game at Tropicana Field, and more.
Geoarbitrage is moving to a place with a low cost of living while maintaining or increasing your current income. Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
Ramping up to the launch of our monthly feature for those who'd like to become digital nomads and semi-retired travelers, I'm sharing this interview I did as a longtime nomad myself, with some thoughts in particular about being less-than-social along the way.
What's it like to travel on the Amtrak Auto Train? Read this story from a semi-retiree and frequent traveler who knows all about it!
While the high cost of travel may have you feeling down, don’t frown. We’ve put together this handy guide to travel price inflation.
Is working abroad a thing of the past? The answer is no! Let's look at three different ways you can find jobs overseas.
A work sabbatical offers you time to explore, learn, and think more about what you want from life. Here are 8 places to consider for yours.
COVID travel is changing day-to-day. Read this interview with world traveler Dale Knight for info about where you can go right now, and how.
Traveling during the COVID pandemic is possible - but you have to be flexible, as seen in this account of traveling between the US and Mexico!
The perfect time for retirement doesn't exist. Things change, and sometimes radically - let's look at eight basics to keep you on track to achieving your semi-retirement or early retirement dreams.
You don’t need a traditional work visa or business visa to live and work abroad. Read this guide to digital nomad visas, freelancer visas, and more!
This guide covers all you need to know about traveling during COVID-19: the best destinations and activities during Coronavirus, and how to stay safe.
In this travel guide, we’ll go over the 10 most vegan friendly countries. See which destination catches your eye, and go off on a vegan adventure!
In this article, we’ll look at Anthony Bourdain’s 10 best episodes of Parts Unknown. Take time to watch them, and you’ll be hungry for more than just food.
If you're a craft beer aficionado, Quebec is a wonderful place to check out new brews. Here are our picks for the best breweries in Quebec City!