11 U.S. Presidents Who Made Record-Breaking International Visits

11 U.S. Presidents Who Made Record-Breaking International Visits

Traveling is part of the job when you’re the president of the United States. But not all presidents are the same when it comes to face-to-face meetings. These are the presidents that spent the most time inside Air Force One. The Data The US Department of State’s Office of the Historian has kept presidential travel…

Why Moving to Florida Might Not Be All It’s Cracked Up to Be

Why Moving to Florida Might Not Be All It’s Cracked Up to Be

Moving to the Sunshine State can be a dream come true. But nothing is perfect, and even Florida residents who love their new state can have regrets. As a former Florida transplant, these are some of the most common situations I experienced or heard from fellow transplants that they wish they’d known sooner. 1: Job…

Breaking Down the Truths Behind Common Stereotypes of American Tourists

Breaking Down the Truths Behind Common Stereotypes of American Tourists

Many Americans unknowingly act in ways that pinpoint them as an American tourist when they’re abroad. I’ve been in those shoes. Now that I have over a decade of experience traveling, I’ve developed a keen eye for these funny (and sometimes cringe-worthy) American tourist clichés. Here are some of the top contenders. 1: Everything Old…

Scenic California Routes You’ve Got to Experience for Yourself

Scenic California Routes You’ve Got to Experience for Yourself

California is a great option for road trip and beach enthusiasts alike looking for some incredibly scenic spots in the United States. As one of the country’s biggest states, visitors looking to explore the Golden State have near-endless opportunities for adventure and romantic getaways. 1: Redwood National Park  Redwood National Park was established in 1968…

Carry-On Items That Could Land You in Hot Water With TSA

Carry-On Items That Could Land You in Hot Water With TSA

Newsflash, travelers: You may have to put your souvenir or gift-giving dreams on hold. Or, at the very least, in a checked bag. There are some odd items that are forbidden in carry-on luggage. First Things First This isn’t a complete list of the bizarre items you can’t bring in a checked and/or carry-on bag….

6 Hidden Florida Beaches Locals Don’t Want You to Know About

6 Hidden Florida Beaches Locals Don’t Want You to Know About

With so many people flocking to Florida’s popular beach spots like Clearwater and Miami, it can be hard to find a peaceful place to relax. So, what if you could enjoy a beach vacation without the roar of thousands of tourists? These secret spots exist. Here are some of Florida’s hidden beaches that will make…

10 National Parks Every Instagrammer Should Visit

10 National Parks Every Instagrammer Should Visit

The U.S. has over 400 national parks all over the country. Choosing which one to visit can be pretty tricky, especially if you’re trying to judge them by how beautiful each looks in a picture.  If you’re on Instagram, you’ve surely seen your friends and family share magnificent pictures of the great outdoors. But what’s…

The American Effect: Things You Think Are Universal But Are Actually Only in the U.S.

The American Effect: Things You Think Are Universal But Are Actually Only in the U.S.

Some things are just so American. The irony, though, is that so many Americans are clueless about them. During my over a decade of traveling and living abroad, I’ve learned a lot about not only other cultures but also my own. These are some of the things that are classically American. How many of them…

Dare to Climb? These Are the World’s Riskiest Hikes

Dare to Climb? These Are the World’s Riskiest Hikes

The riskiest treks in the world are only made for the more audacious and, above all, the more experienced. This list will either fill your adventurous soul or confirm that such dangerous hikes aren’t for you. 1: Cascade Saddle, New Zealand Cascade Saddle is a hike over five miles long and takes just under three…