6 Reasons Tourists Getting Fined on the Paris Metro
Navigating the Paris Metro can feel intimidating at first. The ticket system isn’t always obvious. The rules are stricter than many visitors expect. And when everything’s in French, it’s easy to second-guess yourself. I’ve seen travelers fined for small mistakes — not validating a ticket properly, buying the wrong ticket, or tossing a ticket too […]
Why missing out on some wildlife in Costa Rica *actually* made my trip better
11 Not seeing Central America’s resplendent quetzal led Richard Mellor to reframe the idea of failure as a prerequisite to appreciating success. All I felt, sitting in my hillside suite, overlooking volcanic slopes densely cloaked in cloud forest, was disappointment. Despite these exuberant tropical surroundings in Costa Rica’s Central Highlands, my spirits sagged. I felt […]
How to Get from Cancun to Tulum (2025 Travel Guide) (2025 Travel Guide)
Getting from Cancun to Tulum doesn’t have to be complicated, and if you’re spending any time at all in the Yucatán Peninsula, don’t hesitate to make this trip. The ancient town of Tulum has a long history that dates back to the Mayan empire, and you can still see the influence of days past in […]
Cathédrale Notre Dame de Chartres
Lucky for me, Mary had visited the cathedral previously and knew that the area around the church are not to be missed. We left through the doors to the right and had a lovely walk around the church. It was one of the few blue sky days we’d had and were most appreciative. Source link
25 photos to inspire you to voyage through the Northwest Passage
Sharing is caring! What is it about us humans that makes us want to conquer things? We get the same endorphins from a stint at the gym or chowing down on chocolate cake. Why do we (cough, cough, men) so often feel the need to be the first at something? Why does glory outweigh death […]
Star Clippers Grenadines Review: A Royal Clipper Adventure
Imagine going on a cruise…and finding it full of people who hate cruises. It’s a paradox, isn’t it? And yet that’s exactly what I experienced on my first cruise with Star Clippers, a weeklong Caribbean adventure aboard the Royal Clipper. It began on embarkation day in Barbados. We were standing on the Sun Deck, gazing […]
Sleeping Soft While Sleeping Rough – Adventure Journal
A few months ago, I posted the above photo to my Instagram with the caption “we need not be pagans.” It got a surprisingly large amount of comments, including from Alaska woodworker and artist Zach LaPerrière, who said I should share my sleeping setup. Here goes. Most important—and duh—it depends on the conditions, but my […]
15 Best Things to Do in 2026 (Local Tips)
Spring in Paris is one of the loveliest times to be here. The city slowly comes back to life. Parks turn green again. Café terraces fill up the moment the sun appears. After winter, the shift feels real. You notice it in small things. Longer evenings. People lingering outside. That first warm afternoon when everyone […]
Love-Inspired Adventures for Couples | G Adventures
The heart wants what it wants — and for many travellers that’s the chance to fall in love whether it be with your travelling companion, your chosen destination, or the charming people you meet along the way. Facing new challenges together builds greater connections and travel is basically a string of fresh hurdles in a […]
Foil Packet Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Bacon
Sweet, smoky, and savory! Brussels sprouts, bacon, and apples roasted together in a foil packet for the perfect fall side dish. This foil packet is the epitome of fall camping food: crispy bacon, tender Brussels sprouts, and tart apple slices all cooked together with a drizzle of maple syrup. It’s a perfect balance of smoky, […]