Our Actual Travel Gear: What We Bring on Every Trip
The specific bags, tech, and accessories we pack for every international trip. Real products, real opinions, after 15+ countries.
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What I’d Do Differently: Thailand Edition
Updated April 2026 | 3 min read Quick Picks (What I Used) Thailand Tours and Activities on Viator — Viator Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Backpack — Amazon Anker Nano Power Bank — Amazon Packing Cubes (6-Pack) — Amazon Universal Travel Adapter — Amazon Affiliate links — small commission to me, no extra cost to you….
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GetYourGuide vs Viator vs Klook: Which Tour Booking Site Is Best in 2026?
I have booked tours through Viator, Klook, and GetYourGuide on three continents. Viator is the default, Klook wins Asia, and GetYourGuide has the best cancellation policy — here is exactly when to use each.
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What to Pack for an F1 Race Weekend (From Someone Who Has Been to 7)
After 7 F1 races across 5 countries, here is exactly what to bring to a Grand Prix — and what most first-timers forget.
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Bali vs Thailand Diving: USAT Liberty vs Richelieu Rock
Updated April 2026 | 4 min read Quick Picks (What I Used) Travel medical insurance — SafetyWing Compare flight prices — Skyscanner Compare hotel prices — Booking.com Book tours and experiences — Viator Skip-the-line tickets and guided tours — GetYourGuide Affiliate links — small commission to me, no extra cost to you. The short answer:…
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The Best Destinations We Have Traveled to as a Couple, Ranked
Every destination we have visited together, ranked by how good it is for couples. Real opinions from 15+ countries and 20+ trips.
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Every Road Trip We Have Taken, Ranked — From the Balkans to New Zealand
An honest ranking of every road trip we have driven on our travels, with what worked, what did not, and whether we would do it again.
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Prague vs Vienna vs Budapest: Which Central European Capital Deserves More of Your Time
Updated April 2026 | 4 min read Quick Picks (What I Used) Travel medical insurance — SafetyWing Compare flight prices — Skyscanner Compare hotel prices — Booking.com Book tours and experiences — Viator Skip-the-line tickets and guided tours — GetYourGuide Affiliate links — small commission to me, no extra cost to you. The short answer:…
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Hostels vs Hotels vs Apartments: Which Actually Saves You Money
Updated April 2026 | 5 min read Quick Picks (What I Used) Travel medical insurance — SafetyWing Compare flight prices — Skyscanner Compare hotel prices — Booking.com Compare rental car prices — RentCars Affiliate links — small commission to me, no extra cost to you. The short answer: For short city trips under 3 nights,…
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Airbnb vs Hotels in 2026: The Math Has Changed and Hotels Are Winning
Updated April 2026 | 4 min read Quick Picks (What I Used) Travel medical insurance — SafetyWing Compare flight prices — Skyscanner Compare hotel prices — Booking.com Affiliate links — small commission to me, no extra cost to you. The short answer: For most city trips of 1-4 nights, hotels now win on cost and…
