The Common Traveler
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Traveling while saving for future goals is possible. Affordable travel does not have to mean backpacking and sleeping in hostels. We hope to inspire you to re-discover travel by sharing destinations and tips on how to save at each location.
The Common Traveler
1w ago
One of my favorite things to do while traveling is to buy souvenirs. While some are brought back specifically for friends, others are only for me – as a reminder of my great trip! Whether you buy them for yourself or give them away, here are the ten best souvenirs from Jamaica: 10 Best Souvenirs ..read more
The Common Traveler
1w ago
If you’re an avid traveler, then you must have been one of the millions who were heartbroken at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tourism was one of the sectors that was impacted the most, and many livelihoods, public services, and opportunities were affected. Now, the worst is over, and pandemic restrictions have loosened significantly ..read more
The Common Traveler
2w ago
Everyone is going to Antarctica these days! In preparation for my trip, I read many packing tips. But some packing lists were written by people who have not taken a trip to Antarctica and didn’t answer all of my questions. Hopefully, this article will answer all of your questions based on my experience cruising on ..read more
The Common Traveler
3w ago
If you’ve been following my website for a while, you’ll know I love souvenirs! I know that experiences are the most critical aspect of any travel but souvenirs are visual reminders of those experiences. Read on to find the 12 best Iceland souvenirs worth the space in your luggage. Best Iceland Souvenirs 1. Lopapeysa Sweater ..read more
The Common Traveler
1M ago
When I meet people who have visited Tallinn, they often go for the day as a port stop on a cruise or a day trip from Helsinki or Riga. But Tallinn is worth spending so much more time in! There are so many great things to do in Tallinn! When you think of a medieval ..read more
The Common Traveler
1M ago
Icelandair offered an excellent option for a winter visit to Iceland. Their Fire & Ice Package was perfect for a short getaway. The itinerary includes four days and three nights in Iceland. What do you need to pack for Iceland in winter? Keep in mind that the secret to dressing for winter in Iceland is ..read more
The Common Traveler
1M ago
One of the most popular activities visitors to Iceland enjoy is visiting one of its many lagoons. The ritual of enjoying the thermo For this post, the lagoons will be divided into three categories. The first category is what I will call the tourist lagoons, frequented by locals but mainly geared at attracting tourists. The ..read more
The Common Traveler
1M ago
Icelandair offered a Fire & Ice special including four days and three nights, so how could I resist jumping on the Iceland bandwagon? I’ll admit that it seems like Iceland has been having a banner year for tourism for several years now, and I generally prefer more off-the-beaten-path destinations. But Icelandair’s offer was irresistible to ..read more
The Common Traveler
1M ago
If you're planning on visiting Iceland in winter, here are 12 things to know before you go. Have you visited Iceland? Would you go in winter ..read more
The Common Traveler
2M ago
Is a Perfect Day in CocoCay really a perfect day for Royal Caribbean cruisers? Check out what you can expect when visiting this private island on your Caribbean cruise ..read more