How to Recover Gracefully From a Cultural Misstep
It’s not easy confessing a mistake or apologizing for an insult. It’s particularly difficult when you don’t speak the same language as the person you’ve…
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How to Be a Food Tourist at Home
When I think back to the year I spent in Italy as part of my undergrad degree in languages, what sticks in my mind above…
How to Decide If a Staycation Is Right for You
So, you’ve finally scheduled that much-needed weekend, weeklong, or even two-week break from work. Or, if you’re in school, it’s summer break and your curricular…
No Passport, No Problem: How I Travel the World as a Local Tourist
Like many people my age, I’d say I place a high value on travel. I have a long list of places to visit on my…
6 Out-Of-The-Box Ideas for an Unforgettable Vacation
Different people have different goals when it comes to their vacations. Some want nothing more than to sit undisturbed on a beach, while others crave…
How Creative Packing Made Trips More Interesting
My desire to become an efficient packer grew out of frugalness more than anything. As a childhood packrat, I never put much intention into packing.…
Ethical Travel: 3 Smart Ways to Be a More Responsible Tourist
As the daughter of a travel writer, I’ve been traveling since before I could walk. Going on cruises every spring break, exploring private islands in…
How Quitting the Peace Corps Taught Me to Serve My Community
I knew I wanted to join the Peace Corps ever since I was a kid. I loved to travel, I studied Spanish in school from…
How to Avoid Greenwashed Hotels
As a dedicated sustainable traveler, I’m thrilled to see that eco-friendly tourism is trending. Without ethical tourism, future generations won’t have the chance to explore…
5 Tips for Traveling as a Couple
The first time I went on vacation with a significant other, I had dreams of romantic dinners, discovering new and exotic places together, and taking…
