5 Steps to Ease Travel Anxiety
Travel anxiety can strike even seasoned travelers, as the author shares the fear of crowds, unfamiliar places, and travel logistics when abr...
Uncorking Bordeaux at La Cité du Vin
Trecia Cooke and a friend trade plans for Lenny Kravitz in Bordeaux for an unexpected night at La Cité du Vin, where a canceled concert beco...
The Flight I Never Wanted to Book
This post takes a rare personal turn as the author confronts a last-minute flight to say goodbye to his brother, revealing the human cost be...
Leave the Pets Outside: Paris Bistro Diary
A travel anecdote from Paris about a quaint bistro where the owner's dogs roam freely inside as the outdoor seating blends with the dining a...
Beat It to Denver: Three Generations, One Night of MJ
Three generations hit the road from Texas to Denver for a whirlwind, memory-filled night at MJ: The Musical, proving that a family road trip...
Travel Insurance: Reduce Travel Anxiety in 5 Simple Ways
Travel Insurance: Reduce Travel Anxiety in 5 Simple Ways highlights how buying travel insurance can ease trip worries by covering medical em...
Re-thinking the Staycation
Rethinking travel in light of rising gas and airline prices, the post explores embracing a staycation by exploring new places in and around ...
9 Days in Singapore, 8 Black People, and a Whole Lot to Unpack
Paul’s 9-day visit to Singapore—country number 58—delivers a tale of a city that is stunningly clean, exceptionally safe, and packed with a ...
Autumn in April - Wanaka, New Zealand
Autumn in April in Wanaka reveals a less-trodden New Zealand gem—stunning alpine lakes, mountains, and a laid-back town that's perfect for a...
I'd Never Heard of Biarritz. Now I Can't Stop Talking About It
I stumbled on Biarritz by accident and was surprised to discover its chic surf vibe, rich Napoléon III-era history, and a welcoming, budget-...
Born on Valentine’s Day, Traveling Alone in February and I’ve Never Felt More Loved
Born on Valentine’s Day, Paul makes February a month of solo self-love, kicking off with a spontaneous escape to Málaga, Spain. He describes...
Beneath the Surface - A Look at Cultural Intelligence
Beneath the Surface - A Look at Cultural Intelligence is a reflection on CQ, the ability to function effectively in diverse cultural context...
Panama, Country #55 - Reality Check I Didn't Know I Needed
Five days in Panama City, country #55, pushed me to test our Passport Knuckle Ride guide by slowing down and writing out my travel assumptio...
Why is Blackface a Dutch Christmas Tradition?
Rhythm and Roam's episode "Why Is Blackface a Dutch Christmas Tradition?" delves into the controversial Black Pete figure and why many Belgi...
From Nails to Notions: A Civilian's Reflection on Service and Gratitude
Trecia Cooke’s From Nails to Notions traces how a high school doubt about service gives way to a deep gratitude for the sacrifices of milita...
My Irish Misconceptions Debunked
My Irish Misconceptions Debunked chronicles how a trip to Ireland shattered many assumptions—from Ireland’s iconic green scenery and Gaelic ...
Purple Rain, Forever: My Minneapolis Birthday
Purple Rain, Forever chronicles a soul-filled Minneapolis birthday weekend that turns the city into a living soundtrack to Prince’s legacy. ...
From Paris to Good Hope: My Joy-Filled Return to Negril After 30 Years Away
In "From Paris to Good Hope: My Joy-Filled Return to Negril After 30 Years Away," the author reflects on a long-awaited return to Jamaica, s...
A Long-Awaited Return to Jamaica… Marred by a Shocking Resort Experience
In "A Long-Awaited Return to Jamaica… Marred by a Shocking Resort Experience," the author shares their disheartening stay at Royalton Negril...
Transformation Through Travel
What is it about travel that allows people to have life-altering transformations? I found myself asking this question during our interviews ...
Getting Outside of the Comfort Zone - Community Support Makes It Easier
Recently I did something I absolutely loathe to do - I marketed myself and the podcast I share with two friends. It was really uncomfortable...