Accommodation and flights are often one of the biggest travel expenses. On my recent six-week trip to Japan (a combination of work and personal travel), I learned some new money-saving tricks that I wanted to share about how to find the best hotel deals.
Airalo International eSim Review for iPhone
On a recent work trip to Japan and Southeast Asia, I tested Airalo’s local and regional eSIM cards for iPhone for two months. Overall, Airalo worked perfectly with no issues. In this post, I talk about pricing difference between plans and how to set your Airalo eSIM card.
Two-Factor Authentication and Traveling Abroad
Traveling for a living taught me that it’s even more annoying when you’re abroad and get locked out of your accounts. Here are four hassle-free ways to access your online accounts and still be safe while traveling domestically or abroad.
Why You Need Travel Insurance
The key to insurance is simple: You insure what you can’t afford to pay yourself. Unlike health insurance in the United States, travel insurance is very affordable and one of the most important things to purchase for any trip!
An Easy Guide to Getting American Airlines Elite Status—And How to Optimize it Once You Do
A work trip to Egypt in January helped me earn American Airlines AAdvantage Platinum status thanks to a stopover in Dubai and flying oneworld alliance airlines. This shot of a camel in front of the pyramids near Cairo was one of my favorite images from the trip. I...
Travel Safety Tips: What to Pack
As a woman who travels solo most of the time, I am always thinking about my safety. I wanted to share a few tips for things to pack for safety along with how to stay safe online. Check out the post for five things I pack for every trip at home or abroad.
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What to do about Lost Luggage & Broken Suitcases
2023 has been the year of luggage woes for me. After more than two decades of travel, my luggage was lost for the first time. For the tips about what to do about lost checked luggage and damaged luggage, check out my latest post.
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Travel Gift Ideas
Some I’m back on the road, I have collected a list of my favorite travel items that I have discovered this year that have made my life easier. Here are a few ideas (both big and small) to help you find the perfect gifts for friends and family this holiday season.
Six Travel Hacks for Fall
I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. Now, I’ve started a series where I share these with you. Travel is more chaotic than ever. Here are six ways help fall travel go smoother!
Travel Banking 101
The easiest way to save money while traveling is having the right kind of bank accounts. In my latest post, I discuss the best accounts for avoiding fees. I also share my favorite bank accounts, travel rewards credit cards and top budget tips for international travel