Apr 13
Passport Day: Make the Application Process Easier
Been putting off getting or renewing a passport? The government has set aside a day called “Passport Day” that eliminates any excuses as to why you’ve been putting it off.
Feb 03
The Problem with the 4-Hour Workweek
I read the 4-Hour Workweek
Jan 21
Using a Weapon as a Travel Hack
When you’re flying domestically within the U.S, a gun — even a starter pistol — can be a useful travel hack. You have to specially register any baggage containing a projectile weapon, which means the TSA will go to extra efforts to ensure your bags show up in the right airport and on time.
Jan 18
Places I’d Love to Visit: Micronations
I have a certain fascination with micronations — places that are in many ways their own countries, but may or may not actually be recognized as actual countries. There are quite a few, ranging from abandoned gun platforms in the middle of the ocean to cities that have declared their independence. Some are easier to visit than others, but I’d love to make the attempt.
Jan 15
Residencies: A Way to Go
If you’re a writer or another type of professional creative, you can find residency opportunities all over the world. Most have requirements that you must meet, but as long as you do, you can get inexpensive or free room and board. Residencies are meant to provide artistic types with the opportunity to work away from the bustle of the every day and, typically, you’re expected to have a specific project that you’re working on.
Jan 13
5 Tricks to Keep Souvenirs Under Control
When we talk about travel in my family, we have great memories as well as a few cautionary tales. When it comes to souvenirs, there’s one story in particular that we tell. It’s been floating around the family for decades now (the events in question actually took place before I was even born), but it’s become a part of family legend.
Dec 09
‘Internet Pal In Trouble?’: Beyond the State Department
If you visit travel.state.gov, the website the U.S. State Department operates for travelers, you can see a link in the side bar that reads ‘Internet Pal in Trouble?’ When I noticed it, I was excited at first — the number of stories about an American citizen Twittering as he’s being arrested overseas or otherwise getting in trouble where only online connections really have an idea of what’s going on seem to keep growing.
Nov 30
Review: The Third Tower Up From the Road
I learn about the places I want to go, more often than not, by reading. The latest culprit who has added a whole list of new places to my planned destinations is Kevin Dolgin, with his book, The Third Tower Up from the Road
Oct 06
Go Abroad: It Will Make You More Creative
Research at INSEAD has demonstrated that travel abroad can directly relate to improving creativity.
Sep 15
Digital Nomad Training Wheels: 3 Ways to Get Started
When I first learned to ride a bicycle, I had training wheels: my dad knew I was going to need some help in order to get used to the idea of balancing on my own. After a few weeks of riding around with my training wheels, my dad adjusted them so that we weren’t actually touching the ground any more, although they were pretty close in case I got a little wobbly. Pretty soon, those training wheels were off and I was peddling down the street.
