There’s nothing worse then arriving at your foreign destination only to crash and burn for the first day or two because of jet lag, especially if you only have a few days to enjoy the experience. So here are some tips to help minimize the effects of jet lag and get your body adjusted to…
Traveling to tropical and humid climates can be an amazing experience. Lush jungles, crumbling ruins, sandy beaches, and bright green foliage as far as the eye can see. The only downside to these amazing places is how much it’ll cause you to sweat and if you’re not prepared, stink. Being a big guy I’m especially…
Security at airports is a necessary evil. It’s a pain to have you and your belongings scrutinized, but it beats having a maniac cause chaos while you’re in the air. By following some basic tips and adhering to international standards you can minimize the hassle and make getting through security a little bit quicker for…
Planning our trip to Mexico my wife and I wanted to better document our trips by taking a bunch of pictures and recording videos of our experiences. To facilitate this we wanted a backpack that could carry our camera gear safely, while still leaving them easily accessible for potential photo opportunities. After some careful research…
Going to a country that doesn’t speak your native language can be very intimidating. You might worry about how to get around or what to do in an emergency situation when you can’t understand anyone or explain the problem to the locals. But with the right preparation, an open mind, and some creativity you can…
When traveling to other countries maintaining an internet connection can be hard, especially in underdeveloped places. This can raise problems if you are working remotely and need a reliable internet connection or if you are traveling and need the internet to navigate or communicate with others. My wife and I wanted to mitigate many of…
By Benjamin Baker One of the biggest costs with travel is lodging, finding a place to stay can become very expensive and the more convenient places that are near desired destinations, airports, bus terminals, places to eat and other considerations are often the most expensive. Finding a place that’s affordable can often mean being somewhere…
By Benjamin Baker One of the biggest costs with travel is lodging, finding a place to stay can become very expensive and the more convenient places that are near desired destinations, airports, bus terminals, places to eat and other considerations are often the most expensive. Finding a place that’s affordable can often mean being somewhere…