Travel

In part one I wrote about what you can bring on a trip to contribute to a blissful time away. Now, once you’re traveling, how can you affect your travel experiences in a positive way? Since there’s greater chance your trip turns out well if you’re feeling good about yourself, I believe self-care and self-love …

When I started Traveling I didn’t have much more in mind than that I wanted to focus on positive and happy travels. The idea developed over time and lately I’ve thought about ways to make a trip blissful. While my take on this is aimed at longer term journeys of weeks, months or even years, …

Pop quiz: What’s a common activity among travelers? Answer: Reading. And why not?  Not only is reading a great way to learn something new, it also can calm the mind and reduce stress. And Vera Marie Badertscher should know. Vera is the founder of A Traveler’s Library – a website that suggests books, movies, music, and …

South America is a budget backpacker’s paradise. Daily travel can often be accomplished on about the cost of a nice dinner in the U.S.  There are, however, cities that can break the bank. Although Ecuador may seem mostly immune to this, Guayaquil can be rather pricey. For those with a keen eye for thrift, a …

I know plenty of people who dread the word “budget.” I mean, budget is just a fancy word for plan, really. And who doesn’t like a well thought out plan??? Anyway, sticking to your holiday budget is tough some people save up for the holidays throughout the year and some people just can’t do that …

Been looking for an Austin travel guide? Well you’ve come to the right place. The first thing to note is everything’s big in Texas. Their BBQ, longhorn cattle, trucks, and cowboys. Hell, even the state is the largest in the continental U.S. And Austin is no exception. Austin ranked six out of the 10 fastest …

For obvious and not so obvious reasons, traveling with only one piece of luggage exists as a great advantage. From cheaper fees regarding baggage to general ease of mobility while you’re on the go, practicing the art of minimalism is the way to do it while venturing the world. The question though is how do …

I came across the name Los Frailes while traveling along Ecuador’s coast. Playa Los Frailes is basically a beach located in Machalilla National Park, and it is said to be one of the best beaches in Ecuador. This beach, however, seems to be very much underrated. So, I’m here to basically give you more information …

Hiking Acatenango is at the top of the must-do activities in Guatemala. This hike can definitely be a challenge, especially if if you don’t have any training. However, the sight of the great natural fireworks of the erupting Fuego volcano and the breathtaking 360 degrees view of Guatemala from the summit are worth it! If …

Munich has always fascinated visitors. It enjoys an incomparable historical and cultural heritage. This is what the millions of tourists who come to visit Munich every year appreciate. But being a foreigner is not enough to love Munich, it is not uncommon to be surprised when discovering or rediscovering one of the wonders the city …