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5 Channels I Watch Before EVERY Single Europe Trip

There's an unbelievable amount of Europe travel content out there, some fantastic, some not. The hard part is knowing who to believe. So here are the creators that I actually watch! Special thanks to Holafly for sponsoring today’s video! Click here https://hfly.co/twftn and use code ‘AWAYTOGETHER’ for 5% off your eSIM purchase. 🌍 THE CREATORS Rick Steves' Europe →…

The Top 10 Destinations American Travelers Are Booking This Fall (8 Are In Europe!)

I always tell people that fall is the absolute best time to travel. The punishing summer heat breaks, the massive crowds finally go home, and you hit that perfect shoulder-season sweet spot where flights and hotels drop by up to 40 percent. But this year, the data is telling a very specific story. Instead of … The post The Top 10 Destinations American Travelers Are Booking This Fall (8 Are In…

Divi Resorts Offering Up to 40% Off at 7 Resorts with Its Caribbean Summer Blowout Sale

Mix at Oceans, St. Maarten (image courtesy of Divi Resorts) Divi Resorts just launched an extra-savings sale for its popular Caribbean properties. The company has spent over 50 years managing and running some of the region’s top beachfront resorts. If you’ve stuck to islands like Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico, consider this your sign to head further south to places like the ABC islands,…

This Caribbean Island Is the ‘Little England of the Tropics’—With a UNESCO Downtown, a Historic Steam Train, and Rugged Atlantic Views

Whenever I’m stuck in the States for too long, I start dreaming of the Caribbean. But after years in the travel industry, I have realized that not all islands are created equal. Some are essentially just giant, flat sandbars designed for mega-resorts, while others possess a deep, layered culture that makes you want to explore … The post This Caribbean Island Is the ‘Little England of the…

I Visited Over 100 Cities In France: These Are 5 Of The Most Beautiful That Tourists Miss

Your favorite expat is back. Having been to over 40 European countries, with only Belarus and a couple of tiny micro-nations left to tick off, I can safely attest that there’s no greater, more diverse, downright beautiful country than my beloved France. No, I’m not originally from here—Brazilian-Italian via Britain and Ireland—but there’s a reason … The post I Visited Over 100 Cities In France:…

6 Things Travelers Should Never Do On A Caribbean Cruise, According To Crew Members

If you have ever stood on a pier in the Caribbean, you’ve probably witnessed the ultimate vacation nightmare: a massive cruise ship slowly pulling away from the dock while a frantic passenger waves their arms from the shore. It’s brutal to watch. When Liz and I plan our trips, we usually just try to fly … The post 6 Things Travelers Should Never Do On A Caribbean Cruise, According To Crew Members…

RE:FORM XB:01 Crossbody 3L Review (BRUTALLY Honest)

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Is This The ULTIMATE Personal Item Backpack?

So many travel backpacks are great at exactly one thing and mediocre at everything else. So what happens when a guy who's torn apart 800+ bags decides to build his own EDC bag? Let’s find out. Take your personal data back with Incogni! https://incogni.com/awaytogether (use code AWAYTOGETHER for 60% off an annual plan) //PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO// Fyro Citta (25L & 18L) →…

The Visa-Free South American Countries With Towering Andes Peaks, Vibrant Cities, And Seamless Direct Flights

Stop wasting the first three days of your hard-earned PTO fighting jet lag and massive international customs lines. As someone deeply embedded in the travel industry, I constantly watch travelers make the exact same logistical mistake. They book brutal, multi-leg flights across the Atlantic to Europe or across the Pacific to Asia, only to spend … The post The Visa-Free South American Countries…

7 Of The Best Beaches I’ve Been To In Mexico With Powdery Stretches of Sand and Dreamy Water

Over the last 20 years, I’ve traveled to Mexico more than 50 times. I’ve learned that the dreamy, filtered Instagram photos don’t always match the reality on the ground. However, the truth is that Mexico actually holds some of the best stretches of sand in the world. Some are incredibly easy to get to, and … The post 7 Of The Best Beaches I’ve Been To In Mexico With Powdery Stretches of Sand and…

10 PERFECT Tote Bags (& where to get them)

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3 Mexico Beach Destinations That Are Still Cheap Amid Skyrocketing Prices In Cancun & Cabo

Remember the good ol’ days? It wasn’t that long ago that you could snag a seven-day, five-star, all-inclusive getaway south of the border for a couple of grand. Fast forward to 2026, and that exact same week-long luxury beach holiday is now routinely tipping the scales at $5,000 or more. Between the surging Mexican ‘super … The post 3 Mexico Beach Destinations That Are Still Cheap Amid…

What is Skiplagging? And How Can You Use It to Book Cheaper Flights?

Image courtesy of Andrei Iusco If you’ve heard of the term skiplagging before, congratulations. You’re deep in travel hack territory. Skiplagging is a highly controversial way to book cheaper flights. To simplify, skiplagging is buying a cheap multi-stop flight with plans to get off halfway through. You look for cheap flights that have a connection at your destination, then, instead […]

The Stunning European City You’ve Never Heard Of: Affordable, Safe & Surging In Popularity

Tired of the Parises, Londons, Barcelonas of the world? This lesser-known Eastern European city you’ve probably never heard of offers $3 jugs of beer, safer streets than your usual Western hub, equally stunning architecture… and it won’t be long before it finally goes mainstream. Romania is a pretty underrated country as it is. In fact, … The post The Stunning European City You’ve Never Heard Of:…

I’ve Been To Over 40 European Countries: Here’s My 4 Favorite For Lush Fall Foliage

I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for this sweltering heatwave to finally pass. Enough of island-hopping around the Maddalena archipelago, gelato by the pier in Amalfi, and toasting in the sun like fried calamari in Menorca. I’m counting down the days until it’s sweater, fireplace weather, and it’s time to escape to the … The post I’ve Been To Over 40 European Countries: Here’s My 4 Favorite…

These 8 Travel-Ready Sandals for Women Available on ASOS Are Comfortable & Chic

Doc Martens ZebZag sandals - Image courtesy of Anthony Vega Travel-ready sandals are a must-have for destinations with high temperatures… but they can tear up your heels and toes if you aren’t careful about your selections. They’re a deceptively tough shoe to get right. While you might want a lightweight shoe that won’t cause your feet to start sweating, you also need to consider things […]

These Are The 10 Safest Tourist Destinations This Fall According To Over 14,000 Americans

After two decades of traveling and visiting over 100 countries, I’ve learned that safety isn’t about constantly looking over your shoulder—it’s about the ultimate luxury: the ability to actually unplug. When you know a destination is genuinely secure, you aren’t second-guessing your surroundings or overthinking a walk back to your hotel. You are just enjoying … The post These Are The 10 Safest…