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Travel Insurance Case Studies

Travel Insurance Case Studies

Don’t underestimate travel benefits included with credit cards! I share all the details about how Chase’s trip interruption insurance covered the cost of my flights when a typhoon canceled my trip to the Philippines.

Best of 2019

Best of 2019

While 2018 was a year of growth, chaos and food poisoning, 2019 was—thankfully—more stable. I reflect on the decade and how far I’ve come. I also share a recap of my favorite adventures and photographs of 2019!

10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

2019 has been another EPIC year of travel including Alaska, Australia and a lot of Southeast Asia! I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out the list!

The Hardest Part of Travel

The Hardest Part of Travel

The hardest part of travel isn’t what you think. It’s not the jet lag, food poisoning or being stuck in the middle seat on a 12-hour flight between two people who’ve haven’t showered months or possibly ever.
It’s coming home.

Hi, I’m Anna — a vagabond writer and photographer with bylines in National Geographic, The Washington Post and AFAR. I’ve been traveling solo full-time for more than a decade and built this blog to help you (and your wallet) make the most of your adventures.

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