17 Essential Travel Apps to Download Before your Next Trip (2025 Guide)
While the nostalgic part of me misses the days of paper maps and film cameras, smart phones do make travel and life a lot easier. Here’s a recap of my current favorite travel apps – almost all of them are free!
Airalo International eSim Review for iPhone
On a recent work trip to Japan and Southeast Asia, I tested Airalo’s local and regional eSIM for iPhone for two months. Overall, Airalo worked perfectly with no issues. In this post, I talk about pricing difference between plans and how to set up your Airalo eSIM card.
The 10 Best Hotels in Austin: Where to Stay by Neighborhood in 2025
A guide to Austin’s best hotels, organized by neighborhood for every style and budget. Whether you’re looking for boutique stays in South Congress or hidden gems in East Austin, this guide makes it easy to find a hotel for all budgets.
19 Best Things to Do in Austin, Texas, From a Local Travel Writer
Austin knows the key to my heart – flip-flop weather most of the year, endless outdoor activities, amazing food and craft beer. And, live music—of course! If you’re heading to Austin, check out these great places to eat, drink and explore!
How to Avoid Travel Bank Fees
The easiest way to save money while traveling is having the right kind of bank accounts. Here’s how to avoid ATM fees, foreign transaction fees and dynamic currency conversion when using ATMs and credit cards abroad.
