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Razor Kayaks R2 Ultra Review: Ten Fossil-Hunting Trips in an Inflatable Kayak

October 21, 2026 by Morne MamlamboLeave a Comment

By Morne Mamlambo, Mamlambo Fossils My first trip in the Razor Kayaks R2 Ultra is the one you can watch in my video Fossil kayak adventure pays off. I drifted down the river toward the river mouth, past people fishing for salmon, with limestone and sandstone cliffs and the odd cave along the way. It was about 86°F (30°C), which is hot for New Zealand, and so peaceful on the water that it felt like the best way to fossil hunt. Drifting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Beach, Caves, Drinking, Fishing, Mountain Climbing, Museum, New Zealand, River Rafting

Is Helsinki Expensive? A Practical Budget for First-Time Visitors

October 20, 2026 by Kadir TUNCELLeave a Comment

Helsinki is not a cheap European city, but its reputation for being extremely expensive can be misleading. For travelers used to major cities in Western or Northern Europe, many everyday prices will feel fairly familiar, while accommodation, restaurant meals, drinks and several paid attractions can push the total higher. I would focus less on finding the cheapest possible options and more on knowing which expenses are worth paying for and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Coffee, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, Journey, Museum, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Save Money, Taxi, Walking tour

Tasting Room Tabs – ePOS Systems in Wine Country, From Napa to the Douro

October 10, 2026 by Eugen RobertsLeave a Comment

I’ve lived in Santa Rosa since 2009, and for most of that time I’ve made a living installing till and ordering systems for restaurants and tasting rooms around Sonoma and Napa. It’s not a glamorous job. But it means I’ve stood behind more tasting bars than most sommeliers, usually holding a screwdriver instead of a glass, and I notice how a winery handles its bills long before I notice what’s in the bottle. Wine country is hard on a tab. A … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Bus Travel, California, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, Harvest, Napa Valley, Ohio, Portugal, Restaurants, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, Shopping Mall, Sonoma, Wine Tasting

Connected by Nature: Three Louisiana Parishes Combine for One Beautiful Outdoor Adventure

October 5, 2026 by DaveLeave a Comment

ST TAMMANY, TANGIPAHOA & WASHINGTON PARISHES, LOUISIANA–OCTOBER 2026—Outdoor adventure knows no bounds throughout Louisiana’s diverse region of St. Tammany, Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes. There are a variety of ways to explore, from the shores of local waters to the trails of beautiful state parks, to one-of-a-kind outdoor attractions. Whether looking for a challenging adventure, a relaxing interlude or a day of family fun, visitors will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Beach, Bicycle, Drinking, Fishing, Garden, Golf, Gun, Hiking, History, Lodge, Louisiana, Mississippi, Mountain Climbing, Museum, New Orleans, Resort, River Rafting, Sailing

How to Spot Tinder Scams Before Meeting Someone on Vacation

September 30, 2026 by Monika RobertsLeave a Comment

Maybe you’re three days into a trip to Lisbon, and the match notifications keep coming on your phone, then one profile catches your attention. Whether it’s a good photo, easy conversation, or plans to grab drinks later tonight, something catches your eye. At home, you’d probably wait a bit, ask a few more questions, and maybe mention it to a friend. However, on vacation, that instinct tends to disappear. Time feels short, and you’re enjoying time … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Drinking, Portugal, Visa, Walking tour

Where to Stay in Sanur Bali: The Calmest Base on the Island

September 25, 2026 by Sara SmithLeave a Comment

Sanur sunrise Bali

After enough time in Bali, I've come to think the biggest decision you make there isn't which temples to see or how long to stay. It's where to base yourself. Pick the right spot and the island feels gentle and easy. Pick the wrong one and you spend the trip stuck in traffic and heat, hunting for somewhere without a flight of stairs. I've spent a good deal of time in the quieter parts of Bali, and one town keeps pulling me back: Sanur, on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Beach, Drinking, Food and Wine, Restaurants, Sand, Traffic, Walking tour

Erik Wolf, Founder and Executive Director of the World Food Travel Association

September 22, 2026 by Teh Chin LiangLeave a Comment

Erik Wolf is the founder and Executive Director of the World Food Travel Association. He is a speaker and consultant who has worked with global names like Disney, Marriott, American Express and Royal Caribbean, as well as UNESCO and the UN World Tourism Organization. His book Have Fork, Will Travel pulls together voices from experts around the world and shows how food and drink shape the way we travel, the places we visit and the cultures we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Australia, Britain, Caribbean, Chocolate, Culinary travel, Culture, Denmark, Drinking, Ecuador, England, Festival, Food and Wine, Greece, History, Korea, London, Markets, New Zealand, Restaurants

Planning a Road Trip Through New Zealand’s South Island Wine Country

September 17, 2026 by Zoey DavisLeave a Comment

There's a certain kind of magic to driving through New Zealand's South Island with nothing but a rental car, a rough itinerary and an appetite for good wine. The island's landscapes shift dramatically from coastal vineyards to alpine valleys, and somewhere in between you'll find some of the most distinctive wine regions on the planet. This isn't a trip you rush. It's one you savor, glass by glass, town by town. A proper wine country road trip … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Bicycle, Casino, Drinking, Hiking, Journey, Lodge, New Zealand, Restaurants, Road Trip, Vineyards, Whales, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

Planning an NFL Road Trip This Season? Here Is How to Actually Do It Right

September 7, 2026 by Jay RobertsLeave a Comment

The 2026 season opens with the Seahawks hosting the Patriots at Lumen Field on a rare Wednesday kickoff, and by the following Sunday there will be games running from Charlotte to Detroit to Melbourne, Australia, where the 49ers and Rams open the international slate. That kind of spread across the map is exactly why late summer is when road-trip planning actually needs to start rather than the week before a game. Flights and hotel rates in any NFL … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Travel · Tagged: Airport, America, Australia, Beer, Chicago, Drinking, Food and Wine, History, Illinois, Louisiana, Markets, Michigan, Mountain Climbing, Music, New Orleans, Nightlife, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, Restaurants

Dating While Traveling Alone and How to Keep Things Casual

September 5, 2026 by Stephen RobertsLeave a Comment

A survey of 2,000 Americans who had traveled abroad found that 33% reported a vacation romance and 23% met their spouse on a trip. The second figure is what complicates the first. Travel produces a high volume of short connections and a small number of permanent ones, and few people decide in advance which kind they want. The fixed return date on a plane ticket works as a deadline for a conversation most travelers avoid having until the last … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Beach, Drinking, Gap Year, Laos, Portugal, Romantic, Solo Travel

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