I visited Jordan last March with G Adventures, joining their Active Jordan trip for 8 days. Jordan had been on my bucket list for a while and I always came up with excuses not to go: The Middle East is too volatile, the flight is too long, it will be too hot, etc. I knew I wanted to visit Petra but . . .
Archives for March 2014
The 13 most annoying people on the airplane
If you’re like most people, flying around in a big metal tube in the sky isn’t your idea of a fun time. From the terrible food to the cramped space, flying can be a miserable experience. Don’t make the flight even more soul-sucking by breaking airplane etiquette. We’ve compiled a list of the . . .
10 photos that will make you fall in love with Scotland
I visited Scotland for the first time last year, starting in Edinburgh and making my way up towards the Isle of Skye. Scotland is a beautiful, almost magical place. The official animal is the unicorn, perfectly fitting for a mystical place like Scotland. I've included 10 photos from my last trip . . .
10 under-the-radar travel destinations
Some of the best and least expensive travel finds require veering off the typical tourist path. I've compiled a list of 10 hidden gems around the world that are worth the effort to get there. . . .
10 travel mistakes and how to avoid them
Every one of the travel mistakes below comes from personal experience. Some of them are minor annoyances while others can have long-term consequences that will haunt you long after your vacation is over. Read on to avoid these 10 common travel mistakes. . . .