It was our first time in Sub-Saharan Africa. I had dreamed of traveling across Africa ever since The Lion King. However, the moment we arrived I was nervous to be in Johannesburg, South Africa. What if we were carjacked? What if I got killed by a hippo? What if I contracted a life-threatening disease no one …
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I have a secret, I hate flying. I hate long haul flights, but I have to do them. Despite that fact, I have traveled to over 70 countries, run a travel blog for a living, and have taken a countless number of flights. Believe it or not, flying gives me anxiety. The anxiety ranges from thinking I …
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It’s tough to stay in shape while traveling the world. You’re in new environments, different time zones, and lack access to the comforts of home. There is often no kitchen or gym at your instant disposal while abroad. People ask us how we stay in shape when we travel and the truth is we make …
The world of insurance is not a fun one. It is possibly one of the most boring things you could ever have to deal with. A little more fun than regular insurance, however, is travel insurance. That’s usually because taking out a travel insurance policy usually goes hand in hand with planning a vacation or …
It’s probably one of the last things you think about; you’ve planned your big trip, you’re excited to head out on the road, you’ve figured out what to pack, and then you remember – travel insurance. Usually pricey and a total headache, not to mention inflexible, travel insurance is one of the more un-fun sides …
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A pregnancy would put a bump in the road – literally. Babies can be great, but they don’t really fit our nomadic lifestyle. I’ve always had difficulty in finding the best way to stay baby free while traveling. As a woman, there is more to birth control than just preventing pregnancy. I also want to …
Getting the correct vaccinations for your travels can eat up a lot of time and money. There are so many immunization recommendations for travel and there is no cost graver than contracting a disease in the midst of your travels. Choosing which vaccinations to receive ultimately depends on your frame of mind. I am a …
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