Traveling to Mexico with a dog or cat is pretty straightforward, as long as your pet is in good health. You no longer need a health certificate to travel to Mexico with a pet. If you’re flying, you need an up-to-date rabies vaccine certificate. Your dog needs to be in a clean, approved kennel. You …
In order to drive a foreign plated vehicle in Mexico, you may need to obtain a temporary import permit (TIP). Whether or not you need this document depends on where you plan to drive in Mexico. The TIP is only required when you leave the border zones or free zones. This guide outlines who needs …
The frame and fork on a bike do not have to be the same material. A lot of aluminum road bikes ship with a carbon fork. A lot of touring bikes pair a steel fork with whatever frame the builder had on hand. The fork is doing a different job than the down tube, so …
Traveling from Puerto Iguazu to Ciudad del Este is pretty straightforward. There are two ways to make this trip. You can take a ferry or take the bus. You can travel directly between Argentina and Paraguay by taking a ferry across the Paraná River. If you take the bus, you’ll have to travel through Foz …
When it comes to choosing pedals for your bike, you have two main styles to choose from. You can go with clipless pedals or flat pedals. Each pedal type has its own benefits and drawbacks. The best pedals for you depends on the type of riding you do, your cycling style, and your personal preference. …
Nairobi is my favorite African city. When I arrived, my plan was to spend a couple of days there. I ended up staying for over a month. I’ve since visited two more times. It’s a surprisingly modern city full of friendly people, excellent nightlife, and delicious food. There is a safari park in the city …
Cotton and wool are both versatile natural fibers that can be used to make a wide range of clothing including jackets, sweaters, shirts, pants, socks, gloves, and more. Both fibers have their own benefits and drawbacks. The best type of fabric for your clothing depends on the weather conditions you expect, the type of activities …
Whether you’re thru hiking, scrambling, or hiking in the snow, trekking poles can greatly increase stability and comfort. At the same time, there are some drawbacks. Trekking poles can be heavy and inefficient. This guide answers the question, are trekking poles worth it? To answer this question, I will list the pros and cons of …
While out traveling, there are a number of sneaky ways that scammers will try to part you with your hard-earned money. If you’re not aware of the various travel scams that exist, it’s easy to get taken advantage of. In this guide, I’ll outline 27 of the most common travel scams and explain how to …
There are two ways you can go about packing your clothes for travel. You can roll them or you can fold them. The goal when packing is to maximize the amount of clothing you can fit in your luggage and reduce wrinkles. The best way to pack depends on a number of factors including the …