November is a festive time of year. After all, Thanksgiving is, to many, hands down the best food holiday. As long as you avoid traveling during Thanksgiving, November can be low season, making things cheaper and easier to book. There could also still be some fall foliage early in the month in lower elevations. I’ve […]
30 of the Best Places in the World to Visit in November
While many destinations around the world are experiencing autumn in full swing during the month of November, others in the Southern Hemisphere are gearing up for summer. Whether you’re looking for a chilly, not-yet-winter vibe or a springtime, cooler-than-summer atmosphere, November — the shoulder season for many tourist hot spots — offers mild temperatures. These […]
The Best Credit Cards for Building Points Fast
When I first discovered frequent flyer miles, it was like unlocking a hidden level in a video game. I thought I’d cracked the code—free flights! So naturally, I did what any travel enthusiast would: I booked coach seats because, well, they were free. But as time passed, I learned I was playing the game on […]
How To Get Hyatt Privé Rates and Perks
There’s a little known secret in the travel industry that as a frequent traveler of 10 years, I’m a little embarrassed to admit I only recently found out about. There’s a MUCH better way to book hotels than through a typical OTA (booking, Expedia, etc.), or even than booking direct, it’s via a travel advisor […]
What 6 Months of Traveling in Southeast Asia Cost Me (2024 Update)
2024 update: Since first traveling to Southeast Asia in 2012, I’ve revisited the region nearly yearly, logging over 2.5 cumulative years. Over that time, some prices have changed, and this post reflects those numbers. Back in 2012, I spent a glorious eight continuous months backpacking in Southeast Asia on a long-term traveler’s budget. This meant […]