Interesting Reads - Slight North

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

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!

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.

How Small Christmas Transformed Our Holiday Season

by Di Minardi

The Small Christmas movement is here. Learn what it is, why I’m celebrating it, and how you can do the same.

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.

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!

6 of the Craziest Places Where People Really Live

by Di Minardi

These people take insane living places to the next level…

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!

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!

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

by Di Minardi

2018 was a fantastic year here at Slight North. While 2017 was full of growing pains and...

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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

What is Season Hopping… and Is It Even Possible?

by Di Minardi

Is it possible to season hop around the world? The term season hopping is completely made...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Travel for Free with the Beginner’s Guide to Housesitting

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!