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10 Secrets on How to Get a Free Balcony Upgrade on a Cruise

February 8, 2023 By John Widmer 29 Comments

woman in robe enjoys the view from her 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 […]

Filed Under: Travel Tips Around the World, Cruising Tips, Posts, Travel Bargains

25 Best Tips: How to Get Cheap & Free Drinks on a Cruise Ship

October 12, 2022 By John Widmer 68 Comments

Drinking free champagne won during a game on a cruise

Indulging in many beverages can be so much fun when cruising. But in 2023, as drink prices on cruises hover around $10, those poolside piña coladas will add up before you know it. Splurging every night on costly cruise cocktails can be a blast. But it’ll also blast your onboard […]

Filed Under: Drinking Around the World, Cruising Tips, Eating & Drinking Around the World, Travel Bargains, Travel Tips Around the World

Amtrak Empire Builder Tips & Review: Rail Journey Across the US

August 18, 2022 By John Widmer 83 Comments

“All aboard!” 🚂 After stepping onto the Amtrak Empire Builder, we soon found out the crew really does belt out an “all aboard” call as the train is departing. For us, that holler from deep in the lungs proved to be a most appropriate welcome as we boarded those shiny […]

Filed Under: Travel Tips Around the World, Travel Bargains Tagged With: North America, USA

The Ultimate Travel Packing Checklist and Packing Tips

October 22, 2020 By John Widmer 76 Comments

The ultimate travel packing Checklist

It’s not always easy to know what’s the best travel gear to pack, whether packing for a short vacation or for long-term world travel. Yet after traveling around the world for 6 years to 100 countries, we’ve developed what we’ve found to be the best travel packing checklist for value and […]

Filed Under: Preparing, featured, Posts, Travel Bargains, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Best of

How to Find the Best Repositioning Cruise Deals: Under $50 / Day!

August 16, 2020 By John Widmer 53 Comments

Binoculars on a cruise searching the ocean

Last Updated: February 2020 Using cheap repositioning cruise deals to travel around the world can provide for an incredibly affordable way to get from one continent to another in complete luxury. We know this because we’ve now taken over a dozen repositioning cruises all across the world’s oceans and have […]

Filed Under: Cruising Tips, Posts, Preparing, Travel Bargains, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: cruise

16 Fun Ideas for Travelers to Do from Home when You Can’t Travel

April 2, 2020 By John Widmer 3 Comments

Once upon a time, back in 2020, travel became an impossibility across the globe. So we wrote this post in an attempt to provide a happy distraction for travel lovers to partake in. For travelers who aren’t able to travel, there are still plenty of fun travel-related activities to do […]

Filed Under: Travel Tips, Blogs, Posts, Travel Tips Around the World

Devil’s Pool Victoria Falls: All You Need To Know (And How To Survive!)

April 2, 2020 By John Widmer 82 Comments

Showing how to visit Devil's Pool Victoria Falls - lay right down on the edge of the waterfall!

Devil’s Pool is a natural pool of water that’s situated atop of Victoria Falls, renown for being among the largest waterfalls in the world. Right on the edge of this massive waterfall, a calm pool of water forms. This is known as the Devil’s Pool Victoria Falls. And daring visitors […]

Filed Under: Adventures Around the World, Posts, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Africa, Best of, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Best Things to Do in Quito Ecuador: Travel Guide & Tips

January 29, 2020 By John Widmer 69 Comments

Best Things To Do in Quito Travel Guide

There are so many awesome things to do in Quito, Ecuador! Quito is Ecuador’s vibrant capital city. This metropolis in the mountains is full of culture and is even a UNESCO world heritage site. Whether you’re into history, adventure, or local food & nightlife, Quito offers fun things to do […]

Filed Under: Destination Guides, Adventures Around the World, Drinking Around the World, Posts, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Ecuador, South America

The 15 Best Day Trips in the Yucatan from Merida Mexico

January 17, 2020 By John Widmer 71 Comments

Day Trips from Merida Mexico

One of Merida’s greatest attributes is its centralized location in the Yucatan, which is so full of intriguing excursions to take. That’s exactly why we rank Yucatan day trips as #1 in our Best Things to Do in Merida Travel Guide. There are so many awesome day trips from Merida […]

Filed Under: Destination Guides, Adventures Around the World, Merida, Posts, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Central America, Mexico, North America

40+ Best Gift Ideas for Travelers 2019: Travel Gift Guide

December 8, 2019 By John Widmer 40 Comments

Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers 2019

It’s that time of year again when we’re all on the hunt for that perfect present for all those special people in your life. But what are some unique gift ideas for people who love to travel? We’ve carefully culled together some of our favorite travel gift ideas for 2019. All […]

Filed Under: Travel Tips Around the World, Posts, Travel Bargains Tagged With: Best of

15 Best Things to Do in Railay Beach Thailand: Travel Guide

October 6, 2019 By John Widmer 72 Comments

Title: Best Things to Do in Railay Thailand overlooking view of Railay

Railay is an incredible Thai beach paradise, cut off from the mainland by soaring cliffs. Railay boasts pristine beaches, a jungled-laden mountain coastline, and laidback vibes to keep relaxed yet many things to do to stay busy. Railay is what Thailand dreams are made of. With so many things to […]

Filed Under: Destination Guides, Posts, Travel Tips, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Asia, Thailand

Riobamba Ecuador Travel Guide: Best Things to Do + Day Trips

June 30, 2019 By John Widmer 3 Comments

Riobamba Ecuador

Riobamba Ecuador is an intriguing town that travelers sometimes bypass during their Ecuador itinerary. Yet we discovered there are so many awesome things to do around Riobamba, particularly when it comes to outdoor adventure throughout the surrounding Chimborazo province! For those traveling between Quito and Cuenca, Riobamba can make an […]

Filed Under: Adventures Around the World, Destination Guides, Posts, Travel Bargains, Travel Tips, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Ecuador, South America

Best Things to Do in Oaxaca Mexico: Travel Guide & Tips

June 20, 2019 By John Widmer 58 Comments

Oaxaca is a colonial city in Mexico with walkable streets and is surrounded by mountains

Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s cultural and culinary hubs. Yet while culture and delicious food are indeed highlights, there is much more to discover and so many awesome things to do in Oaxaca! There’s lots of fun to be had within the city of Oaxaca itself. The walkable historic city […]

Filed Under: Destination Guides, Adventures Around the World, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Mexico, North America

How to Travel the Galapagos on a Budget: Travel Guide & Tips

April 22, 2019 By John Widmer 133 Comments

Galapagos marine iguana with sea lions are some of the wildlife you can see for free in the Galapagos

Is it actually possible to travel the Galapagos on a budget? Many assume a trip to the Galapagos will be a very expensive proposition. You wouldn’t be wrong to think so. Even Googling “Galapagos Tour” may send could send someone into sticker shock. One of the first organic search results […]

Filed Under: Adventures Around the World, Destination Guides, Posts, Travel Bargains, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Best of, Ecuador, Galapagos, South America

25 Best Things to Do in Guanajuato Mexico: Travel Guide & Tips

April 15, 2019 By John Widmer 64 Comments

Couple looking at colorful Guanajuato from above the town

Guanajuato is such an intriguing place to travel in Mexico with so many awesome things to do! Many people say that Guanajuato is the most beautiful city in Mexico. We can’t disagree. This colorful colonial city is simply stunning. Located smack in the middle of Mexico’s central highlands, there is […]

Filed Under: Destination Guides, Eating Around the World, Travel Tips Around the World Tagged With: Mexico, North America

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