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My Top 5 Travel Hacks

My Top 5 Travel Hacks

I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. I picked five of my favorite ones to share with you here. If you like this, let me know, and I’ll continue the series in future blog posts!

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11 Great Travel Gifts

11 Great Travel Gifts

After 15 months of sitting still, I started traveling again earlier this year once I got vaccinated. I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out this year’s list of my favorite travel gear for holiday gifts!

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10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

2019 has been another EPIC year of travel including Alaska, Australia and a lot of Southeast Asia! I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out the list!

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8 Ways to Make Money While Traveling

8 Ways to Make Money While Traveling

Whether you’re looking to move abroad completely or go for a short stint, there are multiple ways to make money while traveling. Here’s eight awesome ways include six I’ve done myself!)

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The 17 Best Travel Apps

The 17 Best Travel Apps

While the nostalgic part of me misses the days of paper maps and film cameras, smart phones do make travel and life a lot easier. Here’s a recap of my current favorite travel apps – almost all of them are free!

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How to Find the Time to Travel

How to Find the Time to Travel

The great paradox of life is the relationship between time and money. An abundance of one usually leads to a shortage of the other. I’ve talked about money in previous posts. Now, let’s chat about TIME. Here’s four ways to carve out a few weeks or a year to travel!

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How a Family Spent a Year Traveling

How a Family Spent a Year Traveling

In 2014, Rob and Cath McGuinness sold their house and spent 10-months traveling with their teenage daughters. Cath discusses their trip and shares some advice that every traveler needs to hear.

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A Guide to Working Abroad

A Guide to Working Abroad

The easiest way to both fund and extend your travels is to WORK ABROAD. Whether you are 18, 68 or a family of four, there are options for YOU. Check out my detailed guide for options and plenty of resources to help you find the best option for you!

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The Real Cost of Travel

The Real Cost of Travel

How much does it REALLY cost to travel? I breakdown ALL of my expenses (ranging from accommodation to beer to pay toilets) from my seven-month adventure in Latin America! It’s probably cheaper than you think!

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Travel Safety 101

Travel Safety 101

Despite what my mother and the news say, the world is actually a safe place. I have traveled solo to five continents since 2002; safety is always my top concern. Here are a few tips to help manage your fear and stay safe!

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