1. Eat where the locals eat. And shop where the locals shop. Skips the glitzy tourist traps and head to outdoor markets. You’ll save cash and get a great taste for the local flavor. Buy snacks from the grocery store to take along in your day pack.
2. Stay at hostels that include [...]

Wednesday, June 25, 2008 | advice | No Comments

Gah! Sheenu! I wrote this days ago, thought I hit “publish” but I’d hit “save.” I know, I know, the dog ate my homework, but it’s true!
Hi Heather,
I am thinking of traveling to Italy in sept. I haven’t done too many holidays my own and this would be the first biggie solo one. I’m also [...]

Tuesday, June 17, 2008 | general | No Comments

Just saw this article on CNN.

“Volunteer vacations are one of the biggest trends in travel. If you’ve never really considered going on one, these volunteers’ stories might just change your mind.”

Thursday, June 5, 2008 | general | No Comments

When I was staying at the Beehive in Rome, I met Toby, a Canadian gal living in London. Over incredible homemade pasta, she told me about her travels in New Zealand where she roamed from place to place, staying for free and working for her keep. I emailed her yesterday for the details on [...]

Thursday, June 5, 2008 | general | No Comments

I feel like I’m just waking up from a week-long nap, after down the rabbit hole of stress. But I’m back and ready to get crackin’ on some fun travel chit chat. I’ve got some kick-ass plans in the works that I can’t wait to tell you about, but until they’re ironed out, I’m staying [...]

Tuesday, June 3, 2008 | general | No Comments