Probably the biggest field trip I went on was to Savannah, Georgia, USA when I was in 5th grade. The port city, located south east of the state capital, was about a 4 hour drive 1 way! The carefree waterway vibe of River Street mixed with the historic walking tours stayed with me. As an…
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Destination Highlight – Viðey Island, Iceland
My favorite part of going to Iceland was taking the short ferry ride in Reykjavik over to the abandoned Viðey Island. Here, I got to walk all over this tiny piece of land only stone’s throw from downtown and do so in relative quiet. Only a handful of people can get on the ferry at…
Cheap Trips From Dhaka
This month’s city of interest is Dhaka, Bangladesh. The capital city of Bangladesh is growing and modernizing quick! It’s easy to get lost in the chaos and forget about getting away sometimes. So, I’ve picked enough of a getaway that has a lot to offer but not too far from home. Bangkok, Thailand The cheapest…
Cheap Trips From Cebu
Inspired by a very good friend of mine in the Philippines, I’ve decided bring the travel to you! I enjoy traveling so much and from interactions across social media with you guys, I know you do, too. Well, in theory. I get a lot of responses to my travel posts that are enthusiastic but when…
5 Benefits of Travelization Scratch Off Maps
If you were here for last year’s A Year of Travel, you know that my goal has been to visit to a new place each time I hit the road. As a way to celebrate a completed year, I started looking for a way to showcase the new places I had been. I’ve always been…
Visit Caddo Lake
Estimated Cost: $120 2 adults, 1 night, entrance to the state park, dinner and lunch. While still in recovery from my broken leg, and continuing the monthly travel tradition, I was looking for somewhere to go where I would not have to do a great deal of hiking yet get some awesome views. A quick…
5 Easy Exercises From The Road
When it comes to traveling, staying fit can be tough. The idea is calories don’t count on vacation is one I was a huge supporter of when I only vacationed once a year. However, the more you to travel, the less you can live by that motto. So, I’ve favored a few simple exercises that…
Free Things To Do In Boston
I was recently on a 2 day layover in Boston and, as a history enthusiast, I wanted to see ALL THE THINGS! However, before I even arrived, the hotel prices knocked me down. Determined to get in as much as possible, I discovered the real hidden treasure – all the free things! Before I start,…