Planning a round the world trip is overwhelming. Hours of research and thought go into making a trip like this a reality. You must consider your route, visas, your budget, accommodation, transportation, activities, and much more. This guide will give you an outline to follow to help you plan a trip around the world. It …
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When planning a trip, it is easy to underestimate your costs and go over your travel budget. There are lots of little expenses that add up. This guide explains how to create an accurate budget for traveling. In this guide, I will outline every expense that you’re likely to incur and explain how to estimate …
Most airlines have strict weight limits for luggage. The most common weight limit for checked luggage is 50 pounds or 22 kg. If your luggage is overweight, you’ll have to pay an additional fee or repack your bag to meet the weight limit. Weighing your luggage before you leave for your trip can help you …
When planning a trip, one of the first decisions you’ll have to make is where you’re going to stay. Two of the most popular options are hostels and hotels. The best accommodation for your trip depends on a number of factors including your budget, your destination, why you’re traveling, who you’re traveling with, and your …
Key Takeaways – All liquids, gels, and aerosols must be in containers that are 3.4 ounces (100ml) or smaller. – The containers must fit in a single clear quart sized bag. You can’t have two toiletries bags. – You can pack one toiletry bag in your carry-on luggage. – If you can’t fit everything in …
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 …
You don’t have to go out and spend money on expensive tours, admission tickets, and activities every day to enjoy your trip. In fact, you can have an exciting and fulfilling day in pretty much any city without spending any money at all. Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. This list outlines 30 free things …
Have you ever stayed in a hostel that was so perfect that you wished you could just live there? The kind of hostel with an unforgettable atmosphere, excellent location, and beds as comfortable as your own? This guide is designed to help you have that kind of experience more often. I’ll break hostels down into …
Robbery or mugging is a common form of violent crime all over the world. Unfortunately, any traveler can fall victim. This guide explains, in a rational and honest way, how to avoid getting robbed while traveling. We can’t reduce the risk to zero but we can lower it substantially by taking some simple precautions and …