The Travel Journal

Solo travel, especially solo hiking, is incredibly rewarding. Many of the United States’ national parks, as well as national parks in other countries, are excellent places to travel alone. When compared to other hiking destinations, national parks have incredibly well-maintained trails that are clearly marked. Mapped trails make it easier…

Renting a car for a trip through Europe gives you access to beautiful countryside, a flexible schedule and an appreciation for more of your host countries’ cultures. It can also put you at the mercy of more aggressive drivers and at risk for expensive accidents. To prepare yourself for driving…

There are hundreds of unique festivals celebrated around the world for religious, cultural, historical and nonsensical reasons. Each one, from the small local celebrations to the huge festivities that bring locals and tourists alike to a region, offers an incredible experience. You could spend years visiting the best festivals in…

A coffee plantation tour is a unique way to spend a vacation. Many are located in remote destinations at high elevations, which makes for a beautiful place to stay for a few nights, or your entire trip, while learning more about how coffee is planted, harvested and processed. Costa Rica’s…