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Stuck Abroad-Our Solo Travel Tips: On 9/11,  I was stranded in Europe for 8 days as a female solo traveler. Since then, I have traveled around the world and met more solos who were stuck abroad. Here are just a few examples: Stuck Abroad-Our Solo Travel Tips: What Can Go Wrong:...

Update-7 Tips How to Travel with Your Dog A very sad story in the Washington Post covered the death of a young woman in her twenties and her beloved dog. On a road trip down Highway 95, there was a minor traffic accident.  Although the driver and pet were uninjured, the dog broke...

A guest post by Giles Kirkland: Giles Kirkland is a dedicated car expert and passionate travel enthusiast. He likes to hit the road and explore new places then sharing his ideas with readers across the globe. You can find his articles at Oponeo blog and on Twitter. Great Britain...

A Guest Post by Jane Roberts Every year, over 200 thousand students take a gap year before going to college or university. Among these individuals, 30% choose to travel solo during their gap year as it’s a great way to get some work and life experience before pursuing an academic...

A guest post by Giles Kirkland: Giles Kirkland is a dedicated car expert and passionate travel enthusiast. He likes to hit the road and explore new places then sharing his ideas with readers across the globe. You can find his articles at Oponeo blog and on Twitter. 1. United...

Please click this link for the original post in full by Rachel Hartman for US News.  (Although we originally published this piece in 2018, we are republishing it in 2019 since it still offers some good free options in 2019.) AS YOU PREPARE FOR Labor Day weekend, you’ll find a...

Outdoor Activities You and Your Dog Should Try, Reprinted with the permission of FOMO Bones Active living is often associated with living a long and healthy life for both humans and dogs alike. Finding new and interesting ways to keep you and your dog active can be tough. Just...

The Most Captivating Mountain Treks in Southeast Asia, A Guest Post by Alaska O’Hara Thinking of doing something a little different for your next trip? Why not try trekking through the many wonderful mountains scattered across Southeast Asia? These comprise a side of the...

The good news? You can still find great spots for under $50/night.  One example? In Russia, on the Black Sea, the Rosa Khutor starts at $31/Night!   Here are more of our tips to pay less for hotels   1.Go off-season starting -Sept – Dec 21 and approximately Jan 5-May 1. 2....

5 Tips on Best Travel Pants . See how to pack and how to wear what works for your next trip! 5 Tips on Best Travel Pants: Tip One: Be sure that any slacks you buy or pack have pockets. The best way to go is with pockets with zippers. Why is that? After a long flight, you may not...