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 […]
The Perfect Iceland Ring Road Itinerary
This is a guest post by Paulina. A road trip along Iceland’s Ring Road is a true feast for the senses. From Secret Lagoon in Fludir, Gullfoss waterfall, and lava fields that surround Blue Lagoon, all of these places are perfect to explore by car. We’ve explored every inch of Iceland from Reykjavík to Ásbyrgi […]
Is InterContinental Tahiti Worth It? I Stayed to Find Out
If you’re planning a trip to French Polynesia, chances are good you’ll have to at least overnight in Tahiti. While I wouldn’t spend my entire vacation there, as French Polynesia has so much to offer, it is worth spending at least a couple of nights on either end of a Bora Bora or diving trip. […]