Hey there, fellow travelers! We’re in Lisbon, Portugal and today we’re talking about handicapped travel in Europe. Whether you use a wheelchair to get around or have limited mobility going up and down stairs, there are extra things to consider when planning a trip to Europe. This post is a direct response to reader questions…
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Top Ten Road Trip Essentials
Hey there, fellow travelers! We’re in Madera Canyon outside of Tucson, Arizona. We’re on a family road trip and we came out here on Route 66, and now we’re in Southern Arizona. As much fun as it is to just jump in the car and go, having a road trip checklist can make your trip…
Traveling with Heart and Health Problems
Hey there, fellow travelers! Today we’re in Xi’an, China, home of the Terra Cotta Warriors. Today’s topic is a bit more serious as we’re talking about travel health, specifically, traveling with heart issues or health problems. I was born with two holes in my heart, so I can relate. It obviously doesn’t keep me from…
How to Cut Costs While You Travel
Hey there, fellow travelers! Today, we’re in Vienna, Austria and we’re talking travel expenses. I’m going to share the biggest costs of traveling, and share some tips for staying within your travel budget. A lot of people ask us how we afford all of our travels, or they assume we are wealthy because of how…
Travel Documents You Need for International Travel
Hey there, fellow travelers! Today we’re in Vienna, Austria at Schloss Belvedere. Our topic today is all about the travel documents you need for overseas travel. This isn’t just a checklist to check right before your trip; some of these travel documents can take a few months to procure, so it’s never too early to…
Buying Souvenirs: What Not to Buy When You Travel
Hey there, fellow travelers! Today, we’re on Lake Constance in Southern Germany and we’re talking about buying souvenirs. When you travel, it’s always tempting to want to bring memories home with you so you can reminisce about a trip long after you’ve returned to your home and work. As much as we travel, we’re still…
How to Use Your Cell Phone Overseas
Hey there, fellow travelers! Today, we’re in Stockholm Sweden and we’re talking cell phones and travel. If you’re not careful, your phone bill could become the most expensive part of your international vacation. So, I thought I would give our readers some tips on how to use your cell phone overseas. Research International Calling Plans…
Travel Money Tips & Exchanging Money Abroad
Hey there, fellow travelers! We often get travel questions from our fans, so today I’m going to focus on a topic that comes up quite often: money. We’ll cover how, when and where to exchange currency, plus everything you need to know about money in Europe. How Do I Get the Best Deal Exchanging Currency?…
The Best & Worst of Backpacking Europe – Know Before You Go
Five Things You’ll Love & Hate About Backpacking Through Europe Greetings from the Tower of London! We backpacked through Europe in the summer several years, so it’s obviously something we enjoy. However, there are things you’ll love about it and things you’re going to hate. Today, we’re sharing the five things you’ll love and hate…
The Best & Worst Things About Solo Traveling the World
Five Things You’ll Love & Hate About Solo Travel This week I’m off traveling by myself while my wife and kids are back home at work and school. So I thought I’d share the five things you’ll love, and hate, about solo travel. Solo Travel Hate #1: You’re On Your Own The first hate…