Iceland: The Eastward Journey
Over seven days we covered more than 2,000 km cutting eastward from the airport to Iceland's eastern fjords. Despite a brutal windstorm with powerful winds we managed to explore many of the southern …
Hosteling
Posts dedicated to the hosteling style of travel. View posts from hostel, study abroad, backpacking and general travel throughout the world.
Discovering Southern China
For years I've been captivated by images of China's dramatic landscapes and nature. So, when opportunity knocked Davi…
Wandering the Faroe Islands – The Land Born of the Mist
Never let anyone tell you that the Faroe Islands are the same as Iceland, Norway or Scotland. They're a unique destinati…
Very Specific Tips for Protecting Yourself During Your Car Rental
It's only within the last couple of years that I've actively started renting cars. This was, in part, due to a general f…
Xi’an and the Terracotta Army
Before I was born my parents launched a program which paired archaeologists with high school kids eager to learn through…
Introducing Practical Curiosity: The Guide to Life, Love & Travel
If you've noticed that things have been a bit quiet around here of late, I'm thrilled to share with you the reason why. Needless to say, I'm incredibly excited and cannot wait to get your feedback on…
Ngorongoro Crater in Photos
The final leg of my wonder-infused 9 day safari through Tarangire, Lake Natron, the Serengeti and Ngornogoro Crater star…
On Photo Safari: The Serengeti and Lake Natron
When I booked my initial trip to Tanzania and lined up my 9 day safari through Tarangire, Lake Natron, the Serengeti and…
Slovenia: One of Europe’s Greatest Secrets
I've discovered a new favorite destination in Europe and it was a total surprise.
I didn't expect it. In fact, I didn…
Cost Breakdown: An 8 Day Trip to Beijing and Xian
Just did the post-mortem on the total cost for David and I's 8 days in China. This is a quick one and since it was cash-…