The Devasting Impact of Microplastics and How Travelers Can Help

This article is a guest post by Katie Pierce.

As responsible travelers, we have a natural affinity for nature and the environment. We understand our climate basics, and we want to lend a helping hand in every way possible. Ideally, we want to preserve it so that the generations after us can experience what we’ve experienced. So that they can see the beauty we are now able to capture with our eyes and our cameras.

However, this isn’t our reality. Sadly, not every tourist or traveler feels compelled to protect the planet on which we live, especially our oceans. Over the years, more and more organizations have been raising awareness about protecting our oceans. This is because our bodies of water—and everything living in them—are in grave danger.

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The Best Apps for Travel in Asia

These are the best apps for travel in Asia. Even better news, almost all of these apps are FREE.

These days there’s an app for just about everything! However, the apps you’re familiar with in your home country might not be the same as the ones you’ll need when you’re traveling in Asia.

In this article, we’ve included the most useful and popular apps that will help you navigate traveling around Asia, along with details about each app and how it can help you.

Most of these apps are available for both iOS/Android.

If you want more information about traveling within different countries around Asia, head to Asia Destinations.

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How You Can Become a Digital Nomad in 2023

Do you want to start traveling the world and are wondering how to become a digital nomad? It sounds and looks appealing, right? Laying in a hammock at the beach, a cocktail in hand, laptop buzzing in your lap, money rolling in.

Are you ready to become a digital nomad? Take our Quiz!

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The Best Travel Insurance for Digital Nomads

Travel Insurance for Digital Nomads:
World Nomads vs. SafetyWing

Travel insurance for digital nomads. It’s not a sexy topic, and nobody likes to pay for it. Some people even wonder, is it worth it?

We’re thankful we’ve never needed to use our travel insurance in over ten years of travel. *knocking on all the wood*

But while we’ve been living and traveling abroad we’ve known people who have had bad accidents, had expensive things stolen, or gotten very ill unexpectedly.

Some had travel insurance and some did not. All of those who didn’t wish they did.

Personally, we think if you’re going to travel, whether on a short trip or full-time like we do, having travel insurance is a necessity.

Which Travel Insurance Company Should You Choose?

There are two insurance companies that the majority of travelers and digital nomads use: World Nomads and SafetyWing.

We have used each company at different times during our travels. In this article, we’ll go over what each one covers and the pros and cons of using them.

Before we start, if you’re new here, hi! We’re Jen and Stevo. We help aspiring travelers and people who want to start the digital nomad lifestyle figure out how to make it happen through our YouTube channel and this blog.

We’ve been living outside of the US since 2011 and have been digital nomads since 2018. So we’ve got some helpful advice to share whether you’re just starting out on your travelers, or even if you’re an experienced traveler. There’s always more to learn!

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Review of the Carry-On Size Wheelie Bag by Chester Travels

Our honest review of using the Chester Travels Minima Carry-On Spinner Suitcase.

Check out the Chester Travels Minima Carry-On Spinner Suitcase here.

Disclaimer: This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Sometimes you’ll even save money through our links. Like when you use the code 10AF to get 10% off any Chester Travels bag. We only partner with companies we have personally used and would recommend to our own friends and families.

Stevo and I have been traveling across Asia since 2011. We’ve been getting better and better at paring down to the essentials when we pack for trips. We still aren’t great at it, to be honest. We’ve always tried our best to stay true to our backpacker roots when we travel and only bring what we can strap to our backs. [Read more…]

10 Tips for Finding Cheap International Flights

There is something SO exhilarating about buying plane tickets. It’s the purchase that screams, “I am really doing this!” and puts trip planning into motion.

When you find a cheap flight deal, that amps up the excitement even more. Plus, you can spend all the money you save on your flights having even more fun once you reach your destination!

To be honest, there is no secret formula to finding a cheap flight. Scoring a great flight deal involves a combination of strategy, planning, and patience. And a little bit of luck never hurt.

We’ve taken countless flights over the last ten years. We’ve traveled all over Asia, Europe, and have gone back and forth to the US, and we’ve scored some amazing deals! But we’ve also made some mistakes (even this many years in) that ended up costing us big time (and not just our pride).

We’ll teach you the best tricks we know, and how to avoid our mistakes, so you can find the cheapest flights for your next trip. [Read more…]

A How-To on International Animal Transport in Asia

Traveling the world with a companion is easy. All you need is a passport, sometimes a visa, and you’re good to go. Unless, of course, your traveling companion happens to be one of your furry friends.

If you’re planning on being away for a long time, you need to consider plans for your pets. Are they staying at home or going on a new adventure with you to Asia?

This article was written by Miranda LaSala.

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How to Take Great Travel Portraits

Useful Tips for How to Take Great Travel Portraits

This is a Guest Post from Max Therry.

Travel portraits can be evocative. Capturing the places you’ve been and the local people you meet can seem daunting to a beginner. Armed with the hints and tips in this article and a bit of practice, you’ll soon be taking travel portraits like a pro. [Read more…]

7 Tips for Choosing the Right Backpack

As every experienced traveler knows, backpacks are the best choice of travel bag for getting off the beaten track. Suitcases are fine if you are just traveling to city destinations or beach resorts, and duffels are a trendy alternative for short trips. But for serious traveling nothing beats the flexibility of a backpack.

Whether you are buying your first backpack, or you are replacing one that has worn out, here are seven tips for choosing the right backpack to ensure that it serves you well and provides value for money. [Read more…]

Five Best Kept Secret Destinations in Asia

We love visiting destinations in Asia that are outside the main tourist trail. Part of the beauty of travel is getting off the beaten path, meeting new people, and exploring places you may never have known existed. We are excited to bring you this guest post by Ivy Oliver about five best kept secret destinations in Asia.

Have you been to any of these places? We’ve only been to #3 (so far!), and missed #5 when we were in Singapore. Looks like we’ll just have to go back! [Read more…]

Are you ready to become a digital nomad? Take our Quiz!

Travel Insurance for Digital Nomads: World Nomads vs. SafetyWing

Which Travel Insurance Company Should You Choose?

Our honest review of using the Chester Travels Minima Carry-On Spinner Suitcase.

Useful Tips for How to Take Great Travel Portraits

7 Tips for Choosing the Right Backpack

Travel Insurance for Digital Nomads:
World Nomads vs. SafetyWing