17 Best Things to Do in San Antonio, Texas, From a Local Travel Writer
The best way to experience the San Antonio River Walk is a boat trip. San Antonio, Texas is famous for two things: the Alamo and the scenic River Walk, but there’s much more to Texas’ second largest city. The culinary scene is top notch with three Michelin-rated...
Holafly eSIM Review: 45 Days of Testing on a U.S. Road Trip
Holafly offered strong 5G coverage across Texas, especially in Austin (photo above) and San Antonio. My mission to find the best eSIM card for travel continues this summer. (If you’re skeptical about eSIMs, give my Pros and Cons of eSIMs post a read.) In July and...
The 10 Best Hotels in Austin: Where to Stay by Neighborhood in 2026
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.
Are suitcase warranties actually worth it?
I discovered my new favorite carry-on (Samsonite Uplift Hardside Carry-on Spinner ($159)) while investigating suitcase warranties. As suitcases get fancier and pricier, most brands, from Samsonite to Away, are hyping warranties as a major selling point. As a...
How to Stay Connected While Traveling
On a recent three-month work trip in Europe, I used eSIM cards and free Wi-Fi to stay connected on a visit to Malta. As a full-time traveler, my top priority is finding a hassle-free way to stay connected while abroad to work remotely and keep in touch with friends...
SafetyWing Review: What Happened When My Flight Was Delayed 24 Hours
The cascading waterfalls of Ribeira Flores on the Azorean island of Flores is worth the flight delay to visit. Since I travel full-time, one of the most important things I buy is travel medical insurance that includes travel delay coverage. I’ve been using SafetyWing...
2-Week Eurail Itinerary: How to Travel Europe by Train (Budapest, Bratislava, Lake Bled & More)
Sunrise at Fisherman’s Bastion, a fairytale-like UNESCO World Heritage Site in Budapest, Hungary, one of the highlights of my Eurail trip. The best way to explore Europe is by train. Eurail makes it easy and affordable to travel seamlessly between countries in...
I Used a Saily eSIM for 3 Months in Europe—Here’s How It Went
Saily’s regional Europe eSIM kept me connected while visiting Lake Bled on my European train trip this spring. As someone who travels for eight months of the year, staying connected while abroad is critical. I’ve written about the Pros & Cons of eSIM cards and...
Pros & Cons of eSIM Cards for Travel
One of my biggest travel pet peeves is finding affordable cellular data phone plans. eSIM cards are the future—ready or not! They are very convenient and cheaper than paying for an international plan but do have a few flaws. I dig into all the details in my latest post!
Best Places to Visit in Azores: I Visited All 9 Islands, Here’s Where to Go
The Azores is a nine-island Portuguese archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic, often called “Europe’s Hawaii” for its mild climate, lush volcanic landscapes, and steaming hot springs. From waterfall-filled hikes and whale watching to lava-rock vineyards and tiny islands where cows outnumber people, this guide breaks down the best places to visit on each Azorean island.
