Check, please?

Flights, Luggage, Travel Advice

Here are three reasons not to check bags, and five strategies to follow if you must. Some say there are only two kinds of luggage: carry-on and lost. I am in the carry-on only camp; here are three reasons why I prefer not to check a bag: 1. I have to show up at the...

Take the train, not the plane!

Train, Travel Advice

Twenty-five European intercity journeys where you should consider traveling by train instead of plane. Europe’s train system, particularly for intra-country travel, is a well-developed and affordable option for travelers visiting the region. If you already live in...

Rain Check

Travel Advice, Travel Insurance

These companies let you hedge weather risk, refunding you the cost of your trip if it rains or gets too hot. I’m a big fan of shoulder season; there are fewer people around and prices tend to be lower. I don’t want to go to European capitals in the summer when I’ll...

Let’s Eat!

Food/Drink, Travel Advice

Don’t miss these food experiences when traveling the globe. One of the reasons I travel is to try different foods. Eighty-five countries later, here are several of my most memorable bites! Australia (Coffee and Breakfast): I’m starting with something that for me,...