TRAVEL BLOG

Whether you’re lounging on the country's white-sand beaches, hiking through its tropical rainforest, scuba diving at the blue hole, seeking out Mayan ruins, or all of the above, find out what to pack for this Central American destination.

Do you want a deeper travel experience? Consider learning new skills and hobbies to become a better traveler.

The American Midwest isn't necessarily known as a hiking hotbed, but if you know where to look, you can find great trails with waterfalls, wildlife, and wilderness.

For some travelers, figuring out what to pack is tricky. For others, figuring out what not to pack is even harder. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you narrow down that packing list for your next trip!

Finding solitude in nature doesn’t have to be far from home.

As plastic plastic waste reaches crisis point, using sustainable travel gear is a no brainer to lessen the impact of your globetrotting. These eight essentials not only eliminate the need for single-use gear, the most sustainable products actually reuse and repurpose items that would otherwise clog our landfills.

FIND OUT WHAT SURFERS (AND TRAVELERS WHO LOVE SURFING!) PACK WHEN HEADING OUT TO CHASE THE PERFECT WAVE.

Can’t resist putting your entire closet into a suitcase when preparing for a trip? Consider the many benefits of using packing cubes—a more sustainable, stylish alternative to plastic bags.

It’s the question every traveler asks before going on vacation: “Should I go with checked baggage or should I carry on?” If you need help figuring out what bag to bring on your next flight, here’s what to consider.

Cold temperatures make any outdoor adventure more dangerous. But with a few essential skills and the right gear, you can survive a winter emergency in the back country

So, your mom’s passport is well worn, and you’re sure that she’d rather head off on an international adventure than peruse the shops at the mall? You’re in the right place. If your travel gene is a gift from Mom, return the favor with one of these top gifts for moms who love to travel!

The dramatic change in the pace of life during the pandemic brought animals out of hiding, bringing us closer than ever to wildlife. Here’s how to make sure you’re prepared to protect yourself from these common creatures on your next hike—and stay safe on the trail during unexpected bad weather.

Planning a road trip but want to minimize or eliminate eating out? Even if you’re staying in hotels on a road trip, a “kitchen” organized in packing cubes keeps food and gear easy to access, making cooking on the road a breeze. And if you plan to camp along the way? This packing cube “kitchen” works well for that too!

Get inspired by these amazing travelers, young and old, who have journeyed to the world's furthest reaches, from the the highest peaks to the hottest deserts, and everywhere in between.

Heading to South America? Get ready to indulge in these local delicacies.

If you’ve wondered about all of the best options for packing an organized bag, here’s exactly what you need to know about packing cubes, compression cubes, and compression bags for travel. Learn how and when to effectively use each one—and why compression cubes rock in so many situations.

If you find yourself sinking, fear not! Learn what to do—and what not to do—to get out of quicksand.

Everyone loves a big trip but most all of us hate figuring out the logistics to carry it out. Plan your next big adventure stress-free using these top travel planning websites.

Stay warm no matter what you do outdoors this winter with the right base layers. Discover which layering fabrics are the warmest, driest, most affordable, and easiest to take care of when you’re adventuring in the cold.

Her dad happens to be a kick-butt fat-tire biker, yet this writer has never tried it before. Read on for an adventurous rookie’s first spin as she embraces new winter-friendly ways to get outside, and connect with mother nature and her dad.

Find out how to make your suitcase lighter by whittling down its contents. With these packing tips, your bag will shrink down to a far more manageable size and weight—without leaving behind any precious cargo.

The song says that “girls just wanna have fun,” and the best way to accomplish that is a getaway weekend with your best gal pals. Discover the girls’ weekend essentials you need to pack—from a bottle of vino to your favorite bikini—to help make all the fun happen on your next girls’ trip.

These six famous women disregarded rules from the 19th and early 20th century saying adventure travel was for men—and their explorations changed history.