Choosing between Cancun and Tulum for your next vacation spot is like deciding between two perfect tacos, each made to order and each with its own unique flavor. Both destinations offer stunning Caribbean coastlines along Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, but cater to different tastes, preferences and budgets. Micki and I have spent ample time in both Cancun and Tulum and love each of them for different reasons. While both offer something unique, we’ve found that we enjoyed our time in each place more once we defined what exactly we were looking for and matched it to our moods and expectations befor ..read more

Planning to go on a trip, but don’t want to miss out on your favorite video games? I feel you on that – gaming’s a big part of our family fun. Luckily, the days of dodgy Wi-Fi connections and bulky gaming consoles that gaming as you travel almost impossible are long gone. We’re a family that loves to game as we travel: whether that means playing Pokémon Go, packing our Nintendo DS systems, or just enjoying games on our phones. I’ve played Pokémon Go everywhere from Canada to Mexico with the kids, and we’ve played Minecraft almost everywhere as a family. If you’re taking off on a global advent ..read more

Ready to discover the weird and unusual places in Poland? Ever dreamed of exploring a forest where trees bend in impossible twists, or wandering through a castle that whispers tales of forgotten times? Step off the beaten path and into a world where the bizarre and the beautiful collide in Poland’s most captivating hidden corners. Poland offers adventures that stretch the imagination – from the eerie remnants of the Wolf’s Lair to the subterranean magic of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Keep reading – this guide unlocks doors to the country’s most intriguing, odd, and downright weird wonders. Weird ..read more

There’s no denying that the Riviera Maya, spanning from the popular beaches of Cancun down to Playa Del Carmen and all the way to the gorgeous white sands of Tulum, includes some of the best sand and ocean views in continental North America. What you may not realize is the Riviera Maya and Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula itself also contain dense jungles and some of the best cenotes you’ll find anywhere in the world. What’s a cenote? Since limestone bedrock can be found all across the Mayan Riviera, over the years many of these areas of porous rock have formed into underground rivers. These freshw ..read more

Nature has a unique way of filling our souls with peace, wonder, and adventure. For those who find tranquility in the rustle of leaves, awe in the sprawl of landscapes, wonder in nature’s creativity and beauty in the natural world around us, this post is for you. If you’re drawn to the call of the wild, like we are, certain travel destinations offer experiences that are both profound and unforgettable. We’ve had the amazing fortune of visiting six of these natural wonderlands for ourselves and the seventh has sat atop our mile long dream destination bucket list for almost two decades. We WILL ..read more

Today we review the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 portable power station. Our takeaway? It’s a nice size portable generator with plenty of outputs for your typical digital nomad. Keep reading to see our hands on tests to how it compares to others in its class. Why Review Power Stations? As our travels have slowed down over the last few years due to pandemics and high school/university chaos, we’ve camped more, and dome more local day trips and random home projects. This has lead to us experimenting with solar power and energy storage solutions, with a possible van life project somewhere in our futur ..read more

Today, we personally test the Maya eSIM. Forget the old-school SIM cards; an eSIM is all about traveling smarter. To start, let’s break down how this eSIM can make your travel life easier and your wallet happier. Why use an eSIM? Think of an eSIM as your globe-trotting sidekick. Affordable? Check. Reliable? Double-check. An eSIM is perfect for sending beach selfies to friends or giving you reliable data so you don’t get lost in a new city. Curious? See Maya eSIM plans and prices here. Say goodbye to crazy roaming fees, the hassle of swapping physical SIM cards, trying to find free public Wi-F ..read more

Want to travel more? Dreaming of jet-setting across the globe? Yearning to break free from the routine and explore new horizons? If everything in your being is screaming “Yes!” to all of that, then you’re in for a treat! This article isn’t just about sparking wanderlust; it’s your practical guide to making those travel dreams a reality. Our family traveling in Morocco Charles, the kids and I have traveled to dozens of countries using the tips in this article. Whether you’re craving more time, hunting for budget-friendly adventures, or seeking opportunities that blend work and wanderlust, this ..read more

Wondering what to buy from London? Here’s a list of the best London souvenirs and gifts to bring home from your UK visit. The English capital has no shortage of great London gifts, including one-of-a-kind collectables, funny gag gifts, tasty food, and even unique antiques and tea sets. London is notoriously expensive, but if you’re choosy, and follow our advice, you can even score some cheap London souvenirs. The best London souvenirs There’s so much to see and do in London that the souvenirs you can buy are almost endless. There’s a gift shop in every museum, attraction, department store, an ..read more

Micki and I have learned a thing or two about keeping our mobile payments safe in the past 20 years of travel together. Back in our first 10 years of travel, our security for mobile payments was as simple as hiding our credit card PIN from prying eyes when we paid at a local shop in Bangkok or Sydney. Other than hiding our PIN, keeping our passwords safe, and making sure that we used secure Wi-Fi networks, security wasn’t a huge part of travel for us back then. Things have definitely changed in the past few years, with mobile payments popping up everywhere from farmer’s markets, to regular re ..read more