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Airport Transfers in Mexico: Why Booking Ahead Makes a Difference

July 9, 2026 by DaveLeave a Comment

Stepping off a plane in Mexico — whether you're landing in Cancún, Mexico City, Los Cabos, or Puerto Vallarta — carries a particular energy. Some of my most vivid memories from numerous trips to Mexico have been on arrival. The air is warm, the pace shifts, and the promise of a great trip is right there at the arrivals gate; it is that feeling of anticipation that really sticks with you. And this is especially so when arriving during the winter … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Beach, Culture, Food and Wine, Journey, Mexico, Resort, Riviera, Taxi, Traffic

Three Days in Tunisia

July 5, 2026 by Abdul RastagarLeave a Comment

As of the end of 2025, Tunisia has seen a nearly ten-fold increase in tourism in the past few years. Primarily from Mediterranean cruises docking and dumping tourists for the day into the crowded downtown area, where they will visit to the markets and bazaars of the Souk (but won’t see much else.) But don’t knock it, the Souk is absolutely huge and you can easily get lost in the many narrow alleys. Tunis’ Souk also claims to house Africa’s two … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Art, Coffee, Desert, France, History, Istanbul, Italy, Markets, Mediterranean, Restaurants, Rome, Spain, Taxi, Walking tour

7 Essential Travel Tips Every Traveler Should Know In 2026

May 26, 2026 by Alice BergmanLeave a Comment

The best trips really do rely on the things travelers think about when leaving home. A forgotten visa regulation, an unexpected baggage charge, or traveling during the wrong time of year can rapidly shift your holiday vibe. That's why travel in 2026 requires much more than just excitement and a fully packed bag. It demands wiser decisions, a bit of patience, and all the correct details. From making your budget plan to sorting out your local … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Festival, Food and Wine, Internet, Markets, Passport, Taxi, Travel Insurance, Visa

How to Plan a Big Trip Without Letting the Budget Take Over

May 26, 2026 by Antoine DanielsLeave a Comment

Planning a big trip should feel exciting. Whether you are dreaming about a multi-country adventure, a long-awaited family vacation or a once-in-a-lifetime destination, the early stages are full of possibility. But once flights, hotels, activities and transportation enter the picture, the costs can start to feel overwhelming. A realistic budget does not have to take the joy out of travel. In fact, it can make the experience better. When you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Culture, Food and Wine, Journey, Museum, Public Transportation, Save Money, Taxi, Travel Insurance, Wildlife

Malta Beyond the Postcard: Why This Tiny Island Deserves a Full Week

May 20, 2026 by JohnTLeave a Comment

Coffee on the beach in golden bay, Malta

Malta is a small island but it has probably the highest density of things to see and do per square kilometre of anywhere I've been. I know that sounds like a brochure. It's not. You can drive across the main island in about 45 minutes. Most visitors give it a day or two, usually on a cruise ship stop — they walk around Valletta, take a photo of the harbour, and leave, which means they miss almost everything. Give Malta a week and you'll see what … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Beach, Bicycle, Bus Travel, Caves, Coffee, Cruising, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, History, Malta, Mediterranean, Museum, Restaurants, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, Taxi, Village, Walking tour

Oklahoma City: An Overlooked Gem for Tourists?

April 25, 2026 by Sally ArnoldLeave a Comment

Let’s face it, Oklahoma City is perhaps not at the top of many people’s bucket lists of places to travel in the United States. Those lists are usually dominated by the big cities – LA, NYC, Chicago, Miami – or places with a unique party vibe – New Orleans, Vegas – or places of natural beauty – Grand Canyon, Yosemite. Oklahoma City is none of those things, yet it offers tourists a unique experience, blending Native American heritage, Western … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Art, Canals, Canyon, Chicago, Culture, Grand Canyon, History, Museum, Music, New Orleans, New York City, Oklahoma, Restaurants, Taxi, Yosemite National Park, Zoo

Leveling Up in Benguet: A 2026 Guide to the Mt. Kotkot Traverse

April 25, 2026 by Aiden KenzyLeave a Comment

Hey trail chasers, Welcome back to the blog. If you have spent any time scrolling through outdoor community feeds lately, you have undoubtedly paused on those sweeping, cinematic shots of the Benguet ridges. The endless rolling hills, the golden hour light hitting the pine trees, the sea of clouds in the distance—it all makes you think, “I need to be there immediately.” Mt. Kotkot in Itogon, Benguet is having a massive moment right now in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Baseball, Bus Travel, Chocolate, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, Music, Philippines, Photography, Rock climbing, Sports, Stay Safe, Taxi, Trekking, Walking tour, Wildlife

Lauren Juliff, Founder of Never Ending Footsteps

April 5, 2026 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

Lauren Juliff is a British travel blogger, author, and digital nomad who founded the travel site Never Ending Footsteps. In 2011, she decided to quit her job and see the world. She has since spent more than a decade on the road, visiting over 100 countries and sharing her experiences in an honest way that most travel blogs don’t, including highlighting some of the unglamorous mishaps she has learned from along the way. Q. Most travel blogs … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Australia, Beach, Budget travel, Bus Travel, China, England, Food and Wine, Istanbul, Maldives, National Park, New Zealand, Pakistan, Portugal, Resort, Restaurants, Shanghai, Taxi, Volcano, Walking tour

A Guide To Dating Safely and Successfully When You Travel

February 4, 2026 by Steven AtchelerLeave a Comment

Romance finds people in unexpected places. A bar in Lisbon, a hostel common room in Bangkok, a museum queue in Buenos Aires. Travel strips away the familiar, and that openness can make meeting someone feel easier than it does at home. The barriers drop. Conversations start faster. Time feels compressed because both people know the clock is running. But the same conditions that make connection easier also make misjudgment easier. You lack the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Bangkok Thailand, Culture, Drinking, Internet, Mexico, Museum, Passport, Portugal, Restaurants, Romantic, Taxi, Traffic, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Phu Quoc in 72 Hours: Sun, Sea & Serenity

February 1, 2026 by Dave6 Comments

The island of Phu Quoc is located in the Gulf of Thailand, located closer to the Cambodia border than the Vietnam border. It is an extremely popular and family friendly destination for tourists due to the fact that unlike mainland Vietnam which requires visas for many nationalities, Phu Quoc offers a visa exemption for citizens of numerous countries. And it is also appealing for its weather, beaches and affordable prices. From Bangkok its an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, Cambodia, Drinking, Fishing, Flowers, Food and Wine, Resort, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Taxi, Thailand, Traffic, Vietnam, Visa, Waterfall, Wine Tasting

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