​How to Get to Tokyo from Narita Airport​

There’s a couple different ways you can get into Tokyo proper from Narita Airport. How you choose what’s best for you will depend on your budget, how much luggage you have, and how much time you want to spend getting there.

​Where to Buy Stationery & Journal Supplies in Tokyo​

As long as you don’t buy a bunch of blank notebooks, you can totally cram a butt-load of stickers, washi tapes, stamps, pens, and other stuff into your carry-on. They also make for nice gifts for family and friends who enjoy making junk journals other artsy notebook creations. Here’s some of the best places to get interesting, unique and/or cheap journaling supplies in Tokyo.

​Hanoi’s French Quarter Walking Tour Review​

I spent some time in Hanoi, Vietnam last year and went on several tours. This post is a write-up of my experience going on a group walking tour with OneTrip with Local in November 2023.

​What’s the Banana Pancake Trail, Anyway?​

While it might’ve first gotten popular in the 1960s and 1970s with hippie travelers, the Banana Pancake trail is still a popular route to take even today! If you’ve never gone on a major trip before, starting with the Banana Pancake trail is a good way to go because it’s so easy to explore and visit amazing places.

​Going on Your First Solo Trip​

Taking that first step and going on a trip by yourself can be terrifying, but it’s so worth it. Solo travel gives you a unique opportunity to explore the world on your own terms, teaching you how to be independent and self-reliant. If you’ve never done it before, I highly recommend trying it at least once.

​Backpack vs. Suitcase for Long-Term Travel​

Part of planning a life of constant travel is figuring out how you’re going to carry all your stuff with you.

Should you bring a backpack? WHICH backpack is best?

These questions can drive you literally up a wall if you let them, and to be honest they drove ME up a wall before I went on my first year of travel.

This post is to give you, the future nomad, some guidelines on how to chose your luggage for your life of full-time travel. The final decision will be different for everyone, but using some of the ideas in this post will help you figure out what to go with first.

​How to Book a Group Day Tour as a Solo Traveler​

The most annoying part about being a solo travel– besides nobody being there to watch your suitcase while you run to the airport bathroom– is trying to join a group tour and getting stuck at the “2 people minimum” requirement.

This is how I’ve been able to get around the minimum person requirement while doing a heck of a lot of day tours around the world

​37 Inspirational Quotes for Solo Travelers​

Whether you need the courage to chase your dreams, the strength to overcome obstacles, or the wisdom to appreciate your unique path, this list of quotes offers timeless insights from some of history’s most revered thinkers and doers. Their words remind us that the greatest rewards come from taking risks, that true independence brings profound happiness, and that resilience is key to rising stronger after every fall.