Category: Travel Lifestyle

Looking for the best things to do in Vancouver? Whether you’re here for a weekend or planning a full West Coast itinerary, this city blends oceanfront adventure, mountain beauty, and cultural depth like nowhere else in Canada. As former Vancouver residents, we’ve explored every corner of this coastal gem, from biking around Stanley Park to…

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In these early days of bringing the first volume to life, how to balance the need for digital presence with a print product was one of our first decisions. There is undoubtedly a need for digital anchorage; its value is standalone in gently threading together community with selective, creatively nourishing stories. We write for the…

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  Collecting Magnets and Keyholders Collecting Magnets and Keyholders/Keychains: A Personal Journey Introduction During one of my visits to an Indonesian friend who is a passionate blogger, I was captivated by his collection of magnets and keyholders displayed in several frames. Each piece told a story of a place he had visited, a memory he…

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Ancient Athens ruins, cerulean waters, and dramatic seaside cliffs bewitch Greece’s visitors. So, let’s take a virtual journey to Athens and the Greek islands with 10 beautiful Greece travel photos! If you are currently planning your trip, check out more of our travel tips for Greece and Europe. You’ll find money-saving tips for traveling in…

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Sharing is caring! If you’re planning a trip to southern Italy, adding Pompeii to your Amalfi Coast itinerary is a no-brainer. It’s easy to visit whether your home base is Naples, Sorrento, or Positano. And with so many tour options out there, the key is finding one that fits your travel style, your schedule, and…

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Ten day trips from San Jose to inspire your next weekend getaway. I’ve lived in San Jose my entire life, so I’ve been taking day trips from San Jose since before I started driving. All the San Jose getaways highlighted below are places I’ve been to multiple times (I’ve even stayed overnight in nearly every…

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Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia, is a breathtaking gem situated at the crossroads of Southeastern and Central Europe. With nearly 2,000 kilometers of stunning Adriatic coastline, historic cities steeped in culture, and an abundance of natural wonders, this country offers a rich tapestry of experiences. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to explore…

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Budget travelers love saving money — myself included. But one of the expenses that we shouldn’t be cheap with is travel insurance. After over 17 years of traveling the world, I still never leave home without it. Why? Because I’ve seen firsthand how useful it can be — and how much money it can save….

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May always seems to be one of those months with lots in it, but also lots of adulting stuff too. Just as winter starts to really elbow its way in, all kinds of non-fun stuff seems to raise its head. You know the kind of thing I mean. Car stuff, house stuff, family stuff… Having…

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If you’re planning a trip to the Isle of Skye, or anywhere in the Scottish Highlands during the warmer months, you might have heard people talking about midges, and wondered what they are. They’re not mythical creatures or the subject of local folklore, though we wish they were! They’re real, they bite, and they can…

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