Shakey’s has been an integral part of Generation X’s childhood, especially for those born in the ’70s. It was the go-to celebration spot for mojos, fried chicken, and pizza! Many of us fondly remember gathering there for birthdays, graduations, and…
If you need time to reflect and process, Lake Junaluska in the North Carolina Mountains has the right kind of energy for transformation. Known for its calming ambiance and slow-pace of life, this retreat center is a hidden jewel tucked away between…
Remote, wild, and scenic – this sums up Umpqua National Forest in a nutshell. We overshot our initial camping spot near a small lagoon, but thanks to that Google Maps Fail, we found the most idyllic setting! We drove past…
Florida, the Sunshine State, is home to world-class theme parks, beautiful nature parks, crystal clear natural springs, tacky (in the best way) roadside attractions, white sand beaches, and alligators. You don’t have to explore the entire state to see the…
I love hostels. Even after over nineteen years traveling the world, I still stay in hostels because they’re the best way to meet people and the cheapest accommodation option in much of the world. But what makes a good hostel?…
The beauty, history, and uniqueness about Denmark, combined with having some of the happiest people on Earth, is what makes it such a remarkable place to visit. From Vikings to royalty, Lego to folklore and legends, and beer to bikes,…
Airbnb completely revolutionized the travel accommodations industry, but their massive success hasn’t come without some growing pains. Sky-high cleaning fees, sub-par customer service experiences, and unforgiving cancellation policies are all problems I’ve encountered using Airbnb. While it once was, Airbnb…
Yogyakarta, or Jogja as the local people call it, in Indonesia’s Central Java, was once the beating of the mighty Mataram Empire, under which Javanese art and culture thrived. Today, it is a lively hub filled with batik studios, silversmith…
Most people visit Florida for a taste of subtropical sunshine, glitzy theme parks, and white sand beaches, and they seldom leave disappointed – but if you’re looking to get on the road less traveled, you might want to cast your…
We all want to travel more. Whether a vacation, career break, gap year trip, there’s some trip we are always thinking about. One of the things that keeps a lot of people from achieving that dream is money. Saving money…
