If you’re creating content, make sure you have a story to tell. You’ve probably heard that a million times and then some. But while so many people simply claim you have to have a story to tell, very few actually tell you the elements you need for how to go […]
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5 Reasons You Need to Travel Your Home Country Before Setting Off Abroad
Traveling abroad is one of the richest and most rewarding experiences in life. It opens your mind, exposes you to new culture, teaches you about yourself, expands your perspective, and much more. But how exactly do we maximize the reward of international travel? The answer lies closer than you think. […]
Read MoreHow to Experience History on the Oregon Trail in Nebraska
Starting in the 1830’s, Nebraska became the first major challenge to wagon trains heading west along the Oregon Trail. Featuring steep ascents and descents, river crossings, and extreme weather, it tested emigrants with a little bit of everything. Today, many of the Oregon Trail’s original landmarks remain not just in […]
Read MoreHow To Have A Safe And Successful Visit To Los Algodones, Mexico During The COVID-19 Pandemic
When the US-Mexico border slammed shut at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, I worried whether the small border town of Los Algodones would be able to survive just a brief closure. Little did I know at the time that the border closure would last for nearly two years. I’ll […]
Read MoreThe Complete Travelers’ Guide to Rue Canusa
Rue Canusa, or Canusa Street as it’s known in English, is both a modern oddity and an homage to simpler, more unified times along the US-Canada border. Named for the two countries it separates, it’s one of the only places in the world where you can drive down the street […]
Read More6 Lesser Known New England Spots to See Amazing Fall Colors
As a native of New England, the fall colors season is my favorite time of year. The air is cool, crisp, and fresh, and the summer tourists have long since gone home. Fall foliage lights up the landscape in brilliant shades of gold, orange, and red. It’s a magical window […]
Read MoreWant to Visit Canada Now that the Border is Open? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
In August, 2019, I made my final border crossing on an incredible road trip across Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Crossing from Stanstead, Québec to Derby Line, Vermont went so quickly and smoothly it was nothing more than an afterthought. My focus was on making it to the Haskell […]
Read More7 Powerful Lessons From a Cross-Country COVID-19 Road Trip
It’s been more than a year since the COVID-19 pandemic locked us down and isolated us from our loved ones. Needless to say, it’s been a long year, and I know I’m not the only one who is eager to start traveling recreationally again. Since it’s easiest to stay isolated […]
Read More12 Secrets to Plan a Safe Cross-Country Road Trip During the Pandemic
After a year living with restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all wondering when it will be safe to travel again. While I certainly don’t expect to be hopping on an airplane any time soon, I’m growing cautiously optimistic that we’ll be able to safely resume road trips in the […]
Read MoreGrand Canyon: A Complete Guide to Stunning Winter Photography
The Grand Canyon is one of the seven natural wonders of the world for good reason. It is a truly awesome sight every time you stand on the edge of the rim. It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve been there before. If you thought it was breathtaking in the […]
Read MoreHow to Maximize One Day at Mexico’s El Pinacate Biosphere
If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure that’s off the beaten path and has an international flare, consider a visit to Mexico’s El Pinacate Biosphere Reserve. Just a stone’s throw from the Arizona-Mexico border, El Pinacate is home to some of the most unique desert landscapes in the world. As […]
Read MoreLake Tahoe Photography: Your 6-Step Guide to an Epic Adventure
Lake Tahoe is one of the most, if not the most beautiful place I’ve ever stepped foot in. With the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains surrounding its cobalt waters and crystal clear turquoise lagoons, Lake Tahoe is a top photography destination and an outdoor paradise year-round. Not surprisingly, Lake Tahoe offers […]
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