7 Tips for Traveling with an Elderly Parent

It is undeniable that traveling is an enriching experience for everyone. And it is not age that will prevent you from enjoying an unforgettable moment with your parents, right? Contrary to what most people believe, it may be possible (and easy!) To travel with your elderly relatives. A new environment, meeting and experiencing new adventures […]

10 Unique Experiences To Do in Ireland During Your Travels

If you’re taking a trip to Ireland, you want to make sure your itinerary is filled with only best things to do and see in Ireland.   As someone who lived in Ireland during college and spent much of that and subsequent visits crisscrossing the island, I’ve got the inside scoop on all of Ireland’s must-see […]

5 Best Tour Companies for Family Trips Around the World

Going on a family trip is an incredible experience. Strolling through beautiful and fun places with those we love leave eternal memories in our minds, in addition to bringing everyone present on the tour closer. Even people who are not so familiar can feel good sharing these experiences and creating bonds. One of the hardest […]

23 Essential Things to Know Before Visiting Australia   

Are you planning a trip to Australia but aren’t quite sure what to expect down under?  I visited Australia 3 times before marrying an Australian and eventually moving to Australia in 2020. Our kids are dual citizens and I am a Permanent Resident.  One of my visits occurred before I met my husband, and because […]

13 Best Guided Group Tours to Explore the Middle East (Prices and Itineraries)

13 excellent and different guided tours in the Middle East. Tours with a variety of prices, days, destinations, themes, age, level of luxury, and adventure. The Middle East is a fascinating and diverse region that attracts travelers from around the world, offering a rich mix of culture, history and stunning landscapes. This geographic area is […]

An 8 Month Backpacking Trip in Numbers

In 2014, I donned my backpack for a grand total of 8 months. And as you can probably imagine, a lot of things happened over such a long period of time.  If you’re like me, after going on a long trip (or even a short trip), you might struggle to find ways to condense all of […]

17 Tips on How I Save Money to Travel So Much!

17 simple tips to help you save money so you can travel farther and longer Money (or the lack thereof) is, without a doubt, one of the top reasons people give for not being able to travel. I can’t even tell you the number of times I’ve heard something like “Oh, Nikki, I’d love to […]

The 5 Secrets of Authentic Travel

Have you ever stopped to wonder why some trips bring you more satisfaction than others? The majority of us prepare them with much care and dedication, and cherish high expectations. We work, we save money, we study all the possible destinations, we research routes, etc… And all of this in search of what, exactly? Fancy […]

How to Travel Without Knowing How to Speak Another Language

Many people dream of breaking out of their routine, breathing new airs, and immersing themselves in a completely unknown culture. However, what happens when traveler has their bags ready, but it seems that Spanish or French didn’t fit inside? Now, we’ll go through some ways to guarantee a great trip and navigate around potential difficulties […]

The 5 Best European Train Pass Companies

If you already read our article The Top 10 Most Incredible Train Trips in the World, you probably noticed that a lot of these amazing train trips are in Europe. Why is that? Well, Europe has a massive train network used not only for daily commutes but also for travel between European countries. On top of that, […]

How to Visit North Korea on a Budget

    Alright, let’s get this out of the way – Yes, you can visit North Korea (or officially the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea – DPRK). Yes, we have personally visited for 10 days without any issues. And no, it’s not quite as out-of-reach as you might imagine. However, you can’t visit independently. You […]

101 Pictures of North Korea: Pyongyang – Part 1

Last year, we went to North Korea for 10 days. No, I didn’t mistype. Yes, that’s the ‘bad’ Korea – the one you’re always seeing in the news.  And yes, I got out alive. (And I was, at no point during the trip, actually fearful that I might not.) (If you’d like to find out […]