Minimalist travel is all the rage these days. Whether you are heading for a weekend getaway or trying to tick off one of the major items on your Travel Bucket list, people are looking for ways to pack lighter and smarter. Perhaps this is due to all the extra fees that are being tacked on by airlines. Or maybe it is because carrying around tons of extra gear is getting harder as we get older. Either way, downsizing luggage into…
Being involved in a traumatic event – be it a car accident or something else – can have a huge impact on your life in a number of ways. One area of your life that can be significantly impacted by any kind of traumatic experience is your mental health and wellbeing – it’s not easy moving past a traumatic situation, and it’s important to understand that. However, a lot of people find that after being involved in a traumatic situation,…
These days, it feels like there’s always some kind of imminent disaster waiting to displace us from our homes. Whether it’s a natural threat such as a hurricane, an economic disaster or even a terrorist threat, there’s always something waiting around the corner to make our lives harder. Unfortunately, there’s not much we can do about this other than to be prepared for it. This is why bug out bags are now incredibly popular all around the world. To help…
Are you dreaming of an amazing bucket list trip to South America? Of course, you are! Who wouldn’t want to dive into the rich culture, eat unbelievable food, or explore the different cities? Plus, where else can you trek the world’s driest desert, then walk amid beautiful tropical rainforests, and wrap it up by exploring the ancient civilizations of the Incas? But for a Continent with 12 amazing yet unique countries, is it easy to travel South America on a…
If you like to experience the great outdoors, then a trip to The Great Smoky Mountains range is a must. The mountain range is across the Tennessee and the North Carolina border, but is a great spot, for locals and tourists alike. But what are the best things to do there? Here are some of the top things to do in the area. Whether you are planning a trip there or want to add the area to your bucket list,…
Editor’s Note: The “Best Airbnbs in the U.S.” was originally published August 2020 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. You may notice that some of the “Best Airbnbs in the U.S.” are now found on other sites as they may no longer be listed on Airbnb. There is no doubt that there is something to be said about staying in local neighborhoods when you travel. Perhaps, that is why we tend to stay in Airbnbs…
When we travel around the world, one of the coolest Adventure Activities and Experiences, we love is finding a local speakeasy! Perhaps this is because of Darcee’s love for the Roaring 1920s or Eric’s love of cocktails, but there is something cool about finding a secret entrance to a hidden bar! Truthfully, this collection of the 12 Best Speakeasies in Paris might be one of the greatest assortments in one city in the world. So, pack your bags, and buy…
At the moment, a vacation may feel like a faraway dream. With strict quarantine procedures in place for 2020, the chance of jetting off is slim at the moment. However, this does not mean you cannot start planning ahead for 2021. One place that you should definitely tick off your Travel Bucket List is London. When planning to visit the UK, the first place that probably comes to mind is London. However, there are plenty of other great places, and…
The start of 2020 has surely been tough on a lot of people for different reasons. But for me, it has been wrought with challenges that unfortunately have prevented us from chasing our bucket list. Don’t get me wrong, I know that sometimes life can definitely be hard and that means we need to be flexible with our goals. But when things get tough for me, I tend to look for motivational quotes in order to reinvigorate myself and my…
Is camping your thing? With the weather starting to warm up, you might be itching to get outdoors and tackle some of those bucket list items on your Adventure Activities and Experiences list. But if you want to ensure that your night beneath the stars is well spent, you are going to have to pick a great location. Therefore, check out this list of some of the world’s best places to camp on the planet! Loch Lomond and The Trossachs,…