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Our Heymondo Review – Why We Always Get Travel Insurance

Scan our Heymondo review to discover the benefits and drawbacks of this innovative travel insurance company. See for yourself if it’s the right travel insurance choice for you! Traveling is all about embracing the unknown, but that doesn’t mean you want to be caught off guard. That’s why we get travel insurance every time we […]

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Cancun vs. Tulum – Which Should You Visit Next?

Choosing between Cancun and Tulum for your next vacation spot is like deciding between two perfect tacos, each made to order and each with its own unique flavor. Both destinations offer stunning Caribbean coastlines along Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, but cater to different tastes, preferences and budgets. Micki and I have spent ample time in both

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48 Hours in Tokyo – Exploring Japan’s Vibrant Capital

Japan is possibly one of those countries that have made a permanent place for itself in most people’s bucket lists. While you are planning a quick trip to Japan, spending two days in Tokyo with the sprawling metropolis and ancient temples can be an experience like no other. That said, if you are confused about

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The Best Power Station Is the One You’ll Actually Pick Up and Use

We’ve tested and used a lot of power stations over the years. Big ones. Heavy ones. Ones with impressive specs that look great on paper. And what we’ve learned is simple. The best power station isn’t the most powerful one. It’s the one you actually reach for. That’s exactly why we’re using the Bluetti Elite

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The Travel Gift Guide for People Who Actually Travel

After more than 20 years on the road, here’s something we’ve learned the slow and sometimes uncomfortable way. Most travel gear sounds great in theory however very little of it earns a permanent spot in your bag. We’ve dragged gear across continents, stuffed it into overhead bins, hauled it through border crossings, forgotten it in

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How to Prep for Your Next Big Adventure (Especially if You’re Retired and Ready to Roam)

We’ve packed for everything from desert camps in Morocco to overnight trains across Thailand, and one thing’s for sure: the smoother your prep, the better your trip. Especially if you’re planning that big post-retirement adventure you’ve always dreamed about. Whether it’s a river cruise in Porto, Portugal, a slow safari in Kenya, or a summer

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10 Inspiring Travel Reads to Keep You Dreaming This Fall and Winter

  There’s something magical about curling up on a chilly morning with a mug of coffee, the cat snoring beside you, and a book that makes you feel like you’re somewhere far away. When the roads get icy and the adventures slow down, that’s when our travel daydreams seem to grow legs. For us, winter

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The Commuter Scooter That Actually Delivers

What do you get after a few years of iterations, advancements in batteries and a near perfect track record of building personal electric riding devices? I’m not exactly sure but the Segway Ninebot E3 Pro electric scooter is a great step in the right direction. Featuring an 800W Motor with a 40km range and 25km/h

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We Took These ALPAKA Bags Through Airports, Trails & Chaos: Here’s the Truth

ALPAKA Elements Travel Backpack & Flow Satchel – A Month of Real-World Travel Testing When a new bag shows up in our lives, it doesn’t just sit in the corner waiting for a photo shoot. It gets dragged through airports, jostled on trails, wedged under café tables, and occasionally used to haul a zucchini or

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Why You Can’t Appreciate One Without the Other

I used to think “home” was a dirty word. Out there — on the road — was where life happened, full of exciting adventures, fascinating people, and endless possibilities. No dreary commutes, 30-minute lunch breaks, mind-numbing meetings, or endless lists of to-dos squeezed into a rushed weekend. Why would anyone want to be home, the

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