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Peace Corps: Life in Madagascar

Peace Corps: Life in Madagascar

What is it like to be a Peace Corps volunteer? How much does it pay? How many vacation days? Former Peace Corps volunteer Jessie Beck gives all the details about the organization and her time in Madagascar!

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Interview with the (solo) Traveling Granny

Interview with the (solo) Traveling Granny

The Travel Tuesday Interview series starts with the Traveling Granny, Merrilee Davis. The 68-year-old has been traveling solo for four years. She talks about her recent adventures and solo travel.

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Travel Tuesday Interview Series

Travel Tuesday Interview Series

Welcome to my Travel Tuesday Interview series! In this series, I interview a wide-vareity of inspiring travelers to deconstruct their journeys (both the highlights and struggles). They also share tips and advice from their experiences!

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A Guide to Working Abroad

A Guide to Working Abroad

The easiest way to both fund and extend your travels is to WORK ABROAD. Whether you are 18, 68 or a family of four, there are options for YOU. Check out my detailed guide for options and plenty of resources to help you find the best option for you!

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The Real Cost of Travel

The Real Cost of Travel

How much does it REALLY cost to travel? I breakdown ALL of my expenses (ranging from accommodation to beer to pay toilets) from my seven-month adventure in Latin America! It’s probably cheaper than you think!

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Six Places Not to Miss in Buenos Aires

Six Places Not to Miss in Buenos Aires

Consider yourself warned: Buenos Aires is filled with European architecture and a Latin seductiveness that will tempt you to stay forever. Here are six reasons why you will never want to leave!

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Travel Safety 101

Travel Safety 101

Despite what my mother and the news say, the world is actually a safe place. I have traveled solo to five continents since 2002; safety is always my top concern. Here are a few tips to help manage your fear and stay safe!

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Why I Travel

Why I Travel

Why do I travel? I recently read Elizabeth Gilbert’s new story in Condé Nast Traveler magazine, and she inspired me to to write about why I travel and will always continue to travel. Here is a little background on why and how I started traveling:

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