Ecuador may be a relatively small country, but it holds loads of amazing experiences for travelers to enjoy. There are so many awesome things to do in Ecuador to fill weeks or even months of travel! The vast diversity of landscapes lends to so many different places to visit all […]

Repositioning Cruises: Everything You Need to Know
As we’ve now spent more than a half year (189 days) in total living as passengers aboard twelve different repositioning cruises, we love explaining these unique cruises to other travelers. Yet upon first mentioning the concept of these seasonal one-way voyages, we’re often asked: What is a Repositioning Cruise? So […]

Haro’s Batalla del Vino: Info + Tips for Haro Wine Battle 2023
The Batalla del Vino (Wine Battle) is an annual festival and cultural tradition, in Haro Spain, in which participants drench each other with the area’s red wine. Anyone looking for a fun, unique, cultural experience in Spain should put the Batalla del Vino firmly on their travel list. Join the […]

50 Best Cruise Hacks: Tips to Save Money, WiFi, Weight & Hassle in 2023
Cruises can be costly, full of hassles, and ridden with hidden expenses. But it doesn’t have to be this way. During the past several years of traveling the world, we’ve now spent more than a half year as passengers on cruise ships. With all that time out at sea, we’ve […]

75+ Best Mexico Travel Tips to Know (2023)
Mexico is such a spectacular travel destination. Visitors to Mexico are regularly wowed by its warm culture, delicious cuisine, fascinating archeological sites, beautiful beaches, and charming traditions. Yet before packing your bags to enjoy the country’s splendors, there are lots of Mexico travel tips and cultural advice for visitors to […]

The 15 Best Things to Do in Merida Mexico 2023: Travel Guide & Tips
Mérida, Mexico, has so much to offer visitors. We’ve been regularly traveling to Yucatan’s lovely capital city for nearly a decade and continue to discover so many awesome things to do in Merida each visit. It’s become one of our favorite travel destinations in Mexico. Hence, we’re always happy to […]

How to Do Oktoberfest on a Budget 2023: Travel Guide & Tips
So you want to go to Oktoberfest but are realizing how expensive it’s going to be in 2023? You’ve come to the right place. This post has all the tips and resources to help get you to Munich’s Oktoberfest for cheap! Oktoberfest in Munich is one of those quintessential travel […]

10 Secrets on How to Get a Free Balcony Upgrade on a Cruise
It sure is nice to have a balcony stateroom on a cruise. You gotta love those mesmerizing ocean swells, the warm sea breeze, those beautiful island vistas on the horizon, the occasional seagull flying by, and the soothing sound of the surf. But balcony cabins on cruises can also be […]

Day of the Dead in Mexico City: 10 Best Things to Do in 2023 + Where to Go
Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico City is a festive and fascinating experience, with so many different things to do! And the 2023 Dia de Muertos celebrations in Mexico City should be the biggest and most robust yet, as new annual events continue to be added to the wide […]