I have been traveling the world non stop for fifteen years. I have taken well over a thousand flights, stamped my passport in over a hundred countries, and made basically every single travel mistake in the book. I have dealt with lost luggage in Europe, brutal food poisoning in Asia, and missed connections that left …
If you’re keen on a little culture-loaded getaway to Italy this winter, but you’re not exactly too thrilled about lining up to toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or paying upwards of $120 for a mid-at-best canal-facing dinner in Venice, maybe you should be considering stopping in Ravenna instead: A lesser-known gem in Northern …
If you are planning a winter escape south of the border, safety is probably the very first thing on your mind. You can spend hours scrolling through outdated travel forums or reading scary government warnings, but nothing beats hearing directly from people who are actually sitting on the beach right now. We tapped into our …
When you think of a classic European escape, your mind probably goes straight to photogenic hilltops, winding cobblestone alleys, and historic architecture untouched by modern skyscrapers. That’s where mine goes anyway… It’s the go-to continent for experiencing old-world charm. Europe packs a huge number of stunning destinations into a small area, and I’ve always been …
When the leaves drop and the first hard freeze hits the ground back home in Louisville, Liz and I usually start chasing the sun. But if there’s one thing that’ll get us on a plane headed for colder weather, it’s the European holiday season. You can keep the crowded streets of Paris or London. If …
When winter hits and the snow starts piling up outside your window, the absolute last thing you want to do is pack a heavy winter coat. You just want to throw some swimsuits in a carry on bag, find the nearest stretch of warm sand, and completely thaw out. However, if you follow the huge …
And it’s not looking like it’s gonna improve anytime soon. The European Union’s Entry/Exit System involves requiring non-EU travelers visiting the Schengen Area for short stays to give fingerprints and undergo a facial scan, in an attempt to improve security at the continent’s entry points. This applies to all countries participating in the Schengen agreement, …
A lot of famous island destinations charge a premium just for the zip code. You end up paying five hundred dollars a night for an ok-ish room and 20 bucks for a watered-down drink. My wallet just doesn’t handle it well, and I don’t like vacationing and feeling like I’m wasting money. I want it …
Remember when an all inclusive trip to Mexico was the ultimate cheap getaway? I certainly do. You could book a last minute flight, grab a resort room right on the beach, and barely make a dent in your savings account. While those amazing budget deals absolutely still exist today, finding them highly depends on exactly …
When the morning frost hardens the grass in my backyard here in Louisville, my mind shifts straight to the Caribbean. The sky turns a dull grey, the wind cuts through your jacket, and all you want is a warm beach. I spend hours looking at flight maps trying to find an escape. Planning a winter …
2027 is shaping up to be the definitive year of Europe’s Railway Renaissance. From the return of old-school luxury aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, to more down-to-earth alternatives like the recently launched overnight service from Brussels all the way down in Italy, we now have 2 more exciting additions to the lineup. 2 new direct train …
The first true cold front just blew through my hometown of Louisville, and my mind shot straight to the Caribbean. But I’ve been craving a more ‘off-path’ vacation without the hassle. Trying to map out the perfect off-the-grid Caribbean trip used to end in a huge headache. Historically, if an island was actually safe and …