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5 Travel Lessons I Learned The Hard Way + How to Avoid Them

5 Travel Lessons I Learned The Hard Way + How to Avoid Them

by Di Minardi

5 travel lessons I learned the hard way during 5 years abroad, plus practical tips and advice to help you avoid making the same mistakes!

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In Defense of the T Word: When Did Tourist Become So Negative?

In Defense of the T Word: When Did Tourist Become So Negative?

by Di Minardi

The traveler vs. tourist debate has been raging for years & in my opinion, it’s about damn time for someone to stand up in defense of the tourist.

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2020 Year in Review: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

2020 Year in Review: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

by Di Minardi

Our 2020 year in review, divided into seven parts for each of the seven circles of hell that 2020 put us through.

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What is a South American Suicide Shower?

What is a South American Suicide Shower?

by Di Minardi

A suicide shower is an electrically heated shower. Read my four-step survival guide so you now what to do when confronted with one in South America!

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Everything You Need to Know About the Small Christmas Challenge

Everything You Need to Know About the Small Christmas Challenge

by Di Minardi

Will you take the Small Christmas Challenge this year? Learn how one small pledge can completely transform your holiday season!

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Instagram Makes it Look Easy: The Truth Behind Life in a Prius

Instagram Makes it Look Easy: The Truth Behind Life in a Prius

by Di Minardi

Some people buy an RV, others renovate a van… Jordan Thornsburg lives in his Prius. The videographer spends his days traveling the US and explains how, where, and most of all why he decided to uproot his life and hit the open road.

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America’s Dining Culture is Super Strange… Here’s Why

America’s Dining Culture is Super Strange… Here’s Why

by Di Minardi

Living abroad taught me that America’s dining culture is different from the rest of the world. For better or worse, here’s why it’s super strange!

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How to Furnish A Rental Property in 5 Easy Steps

How to Furnish A Rental Property in 5 Easy Steps

by Di Minardi

Learn how to furnish a rental property in only five easy steps with this guide written by an expert who lives in Airbnb apartments full time!

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5 Tips for First Time Flyers to Overcome Nervousness

5 Tips for First Time Flyers to Overcome Nervousness

by Di Minardi

These five tips for first time flyers are my personally tested, tried, and true ways to help me overcome nervousness and enjoy the journey!

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Looking Back at 2018 – Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going

Looking Back at 2018 – Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going

by Di Minardi

A quick recap of the countries we traveled to in 2018 and the milestones we hit, plus a sneak peek at where we’re heading in the new year!

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Turning 28: My Year in Review

Turning 28: My Year in Review

by Di Minardi

On the eve of turning 28 I reflect back on the past year: what I accomplished, where I traveled, and where I hope to go from here!

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Our 2019 Year in Review

Our 2019 Year in Review

by Di Minardi

Our 2019 year in review covers everything we’ve been up to in the past year, plus our travel plans and a few big changes going live in 2020!

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6 of the Craziest Places Where People Really Live

6 of the Craziest Places Where People Really Live

by Di Minardi

These people take insane living places to the next level…

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The Travel Companion Checklist Everyone Should Complete

The Travel Companion Checklist Everyone Should Complete

by Di Minardi

Traveling together can make or break a relationship. Use the ultimate travel companion checklist to make sure you’re compatible before you book your flights!

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49 Ways to Travel From Home This Weekend

49 Ways to Travel From Home This Weekend

by Di Minardi

Just because you’re stuck at home doesn’t mean you need to be stuck in routine. Explore the world with this list of 49 easy, cheap, and fun ways to travel from home this weekend!

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10 Enchanting Treehouses on Airbnb For Your Next Getaway

10 Enchanting Treehouses on Airbnb For Your Next Getaway

by Di Minardi

Discover the 10 most enchanting treehouses on Airbnb, from modern mountain-top homes in Norway to secluded retreats in the Amazon and everything in between!

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5 Cheap Travel Destinations for Backpackers on a Budget

5 Cheap Travel Destinations for Backpackers on a Budget

by Daniel Constable

World travel is no longer reserved for the super wealthy. Check out our five favorite cheap travel destinations for your next budget trip.

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16 Dogs Around the World That’ll Definitely Make You Smile

16 Dogs Around the World That’ll Definitely Make You Smile

by Di Minardi

New country, same old derp. These 15 photos of dogs around the world are guaranteed to make you smile.

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Have you heard of Grabr? This App Will Pay You to Travel

Have you heard of Grabr? This App Will Pay You to Travel

by Di Minardi

This Grabr App will pay you to travel! Learn what it is, how to use it, and the pros and cons of implementing this new money maker on your trips.

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5 Jobs for People Who Kinda Want to Leave Planet Earth

5 Jobs for People Who Kinda Want to Leave Planet Earth

by Di Minardi

Too dumb to become an astronaut but want to get the f*ck off planet earth? These five jobs in remote places are the next best thing.

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Why You NEED to Celebrate Small Christmas in 2020

Why You NEED to Celebrate Small Christmas in 2020

by Di Minardi

How and why committing to Small Christmas – and buying ALL of your gifts at small businesses – can change your community for the better.

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10 Colorful Bodies of Water in Every Shade of the Rainbow

10 Colorful Bodies of Water in Every Shade of the Rainbow

by Di Minardi

From orange hot springs to pink lakes to white salt flats and everything in between, these 10 colorful bodies of water come in every color of the rainbow

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Travel for Free with the Beginner’s Guide to House Sitting

Travel for Free with the Beginner’s Guide to House Sitting

by Di Minardi

Learn how to travel for free on your next trip with the beginner’s guide to house sitting. Two experienced house sitters share everything you need to know!

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How to Ground Yourself: 11 Ways to Reduce Anxious Thoughts

How to Ground Yourself: 11 Ways to Reduce Anxious Thoughts

by Di Minardi

Implement these ten tools, tips, and practices to learn how to ground yourself right now when dealing with anxious and intrusive thoughts.

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4 of the Best Countries to Spend Christmas In 2019

4 of the Best Countries to Spend Christmas In 2019

by Di Minardi

There’s no place like home for the holidays. But if you can’t make it there this year, these are the best countries to spend Christmas in instead!

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10 Unique Travel Quotes to Inspire Your Next Trip

10 Unique Travel Quotes to Inspire Your Next Trip

by Di Minardi

10 of my favorite unique travel quotes that are sure to inspire (along with ready-made graphics to share them on Pinterest).

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Save Money on Your Next Trip With These 5 Free Resources

Save Money on Your Next Trip With These 5 Free Resources

by Di Minardi

Save money by getting the cheapest flights and best travel deals for your next trip using these three websites and email newsletters.

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Discover the Best Travel Music With These Spotify Playlists

Discover the Best Travel Music With These Spotify Playlists

by Di Minardi

Listen to these Spotify playlists completely free and discover more than five hours of travel music for your next trip.

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The 6 Most Expensive Restaurants Around the World

The 6 Most Expensive Restaurants Around the World

by Di Minardi

The 6 most expensive restaurants around the world include insane tasting menus, shocking price tags, private chefs, and so much more!

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What is Season Hopping… and Is It Even Possible?

What is Season Hopping… and Is It Even Possible?

by Di Minardi

This post contains affiliate links.Is it possible to season hop around the world?The term season...

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4 Unique Hikes That Should Be On Every Bucket List

4 Unique Hikes That Should Be On Every Bucket List

by Di Minardi

Discover how to visit penis-shaped rocks, rainbow-colored landscapes, a sacred footprint, and more with this guide to four unique hikes around the world.

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My 5 Favorite Things About Traveling

My 5 Favorite Things About Traveling

by Daniel Constable

I love to travel. From seeing new places to experiencing new cultures and everything in between, these are my top five favorite things about traveling.

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Turning 27: My Year in Review

Turning 27: My Year in Review

by Di Minardi

Turning 27 has prompted me to look back at my year in review, appreciating what I’ve done and where I’ve been and looking forward to the future as well.

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Lost in the Borneo Jungle: A Survival Story

Lost in the Borneo Jungle: A Survival Story

by Seth Pevey

What should have been an overnight excursion turned into a true battle of man vs. nature. Learn how Seth survived three days lost in the Borneo jungle.

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How Far Is Too Far When It Comes to Capturing the Moment?

How Far Is Too Far When It Comes to Capturing the Moment?

by Di Minardi

Does photography take away from the true experiences in life? How far is too far when it comes to capturing the moment?

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3 Reasons Why Travel Rings Are Totally Overrated

3 Reasons Why Travel Rings Are Totally Overrated

by Di Minardi

Someone’s gotta take a stand. Click here to read the three main arguments for travel rings and why they’re all completely wrong.

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4 Travel Horror Stories by Bloggers Who (Barely) Lived to Tell the Tale

4 Travel Horror Stories by Bloggers Who (Barely) Lived to Tell the Tale

by Di Minardi

Four travel bloggers share their travel horror stories. These tales go beyond just food poisoning or delayed flights, & some of them are lucky to be alive.

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Why I Never Choose the Window Seat When I Fly

Why I Never Choose the Window Seat When I Fly

by Daniel Constable

Whichever side you land on in the classic window seat vs. aisle seat debate, this sassy showdown will settle the argument for good.

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27 Quarantivities to Keep You Sane This Week

27 Quarantivities to Keep You Sane This Week

by Di Minardi

I’ve been designated as the activities director for my eight-person quarantine crew, so these are my 27 group activities to keep you sane in quarantine!

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