Author Archives: vanwalker

Posted: 10/16/2023 | October 16th, 2023 Oaxaca is now one of the most popular destinations in Mexico. Thanks to its history, textiles industry, and architectural beauty — and the growing popularity of mezcal — everyone wants to go there. There’s a ton to see and do, and every time I visit, it seems busier. (It’s […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October I love Japan. It’s one of my favorite countries in the world. But is it a suitable destination to visit with a baby? Solo female travel expert Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse was recently there with her baby and has tons of tips and advice for travelers thinking of […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October 9th, 2023 Getting — and using — credit cards is an essential component of any travel hacking strategy, yet there’s still a lot of fear surrounding them. And that’s understandable. Most of us have been taught at one point or another that credit cards are bad. They are often synonymous with […]

Posted: 10/9/2023 | October 9th, 2023 I write a lot about using credit cards to get points and miles for free travel. It’s a topic I’m passionate about because it has not only saved me thousands of dollars over the years, but it’s helped thousands of my readers too. And, while earning points and miles […]

Losing your passport while traveling is a nightmare, especially if you’re on a business trip or a short vacation. Running through your mind is surely if you can get a new passport in time for you flight home. Not only would damaging or losing it upend your travel plans, but it’s pricey to replace a […]

Last updated on September 30, 2023 The wanderlust gene is a real thing, and as someone who spent ten years traveling the world before settling in Barcelona, Spain, it was refreshing to hear there might be a genetic component to my wanderlust. For those of us who love travel more than your average person, you […]

Posted: 9/15/2023 | September 15th, 2023 Seville is gorgeous. It’s full of beautiful architecture and is considered the artistic, cultural, and financial capital of southern Spain. Known for its flamenco dancing and its unique blend of European and Islamic style, it’s a popular stop along the main tourist trail around the country. And while it […]

Posted: 9/15/23 | September 15th, 2023 Edinburgh is fabulous. Famed for its beauty, museums, castle, historic university, and literary past, it’s also a moody city but with a cozy feel. I think Edinburgh is a magical destination, from the pubs with live music to the cafés where you just want to snuggle up with a […]

Posted: 9/15/23 | September 15th, 2023 Jerusalem is one of the oldest cities in the world, founded over 5,000 years ago. And while it is loaded with history, it’s not a stuffy, dusty capital fit only for antiquity buffs. It’s actually a lively, modern place with an incredible food scene and wild nightlife. But it’s […]

Last Updated: 9/4/23 | September 4th, 2023 Travel has become really expensive. Post-COVID, the entire world seems to be traveling again and prices just keep rising. I am astonished at how high they have gotten. But it’s a product of rising costs and out of control demand. Everyone just wants to travel. We’re all looking […]