By Jessie Festa. This guide to visiting Holbox Island contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Is Holbox worth visiting? With so many worthwhile destinations along Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, most of which are easier to get to than Holbox, you may be wondering this yourself. I pondered this while considering whether making the 2-hour drive to a 25-minute ferry was worth it, or if I’d be better off going somewhere easily drivable from Cancun Airport. Luckily, if you’re wondering whether visiting Holbox Island is worth the trek, the following guide can help you decide. As I’ve made the trip ..read more

By Jessie Festa. This guide to South America solo travel contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Looking for the best places for solo travel in South America? Then you’re in the right place! As an avid solo traveler, I’m always researching interesting places to confidently travel on my own. South America might have a reputation for not being safe for solo travelers; but, that is a blanket statement that doesn’t accurately reflect every place you could visit on the continent. The reality is you can absolutely have a safe, fun, and memorable solo trip to South America. I’ve actually travel ..read more

By Anna Cook. This guide to driving cross country solo contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Looking for tips for driving cross country alone and having an amazing trip? Then you’re in the right place! When you begin considering driving cross country alone, it can be a little intimidating. From choosing a car and preparing your vehicle to planning the route and anticipating speed bumps—literally and figuratively—there are many things to consider. But, I’m here to ease your mind. As a full-time travel blogger and lover of road trips, I’ve taken many long-distance solo road trips and hav ..read more

By Jessie Festa. This guide to Isla Holbox beach clubs contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Looking for the best beach clubs in Holbox Island, Mexico? Then you’re in the right place! From swimming with whale sharks to kayaking through mangroves to trying the island’s famous lobster pizza, there are many fun things to do in Holbox (pronounced Hole-BOSH). This also includes spending time at the beach and visiting a few of the Holbox beach clubs that line the coast. When visiting Holbox myself, this was one of my favorite experiences. And while there are many to choose from, not all are ..read more

By Jessie Festa. This guide to Holbox beaches contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Looking for the best beaches in Holbox, Mexico? Then you’re in the right place! Situated at the northeastern tip of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, separating the Caribbean Sea from the Gulf of Mexico, is Isla Holbox (pronounced Hole-BOSH). Also called Holbox Island, this car-free island is an amazing beach destination featuring beautiful stretches of white sand, azure waters, and sun-filled adventures. On a recent trip to the island, I had the pleasure of exploring several Isla Holbox beaches, each of whic ..read more

By Jessie Festa. This guide to Holbox Island travel contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Looking for the best things to do in Holbox Island, Mexico? Then you’re in the right place! Located just off the northern coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the car-free Holbox Island (Isla Holbox)—pronounced like Isla-Hol-BOSH—will immerse you in tropical bohemian vibes. In fact, on a recent trip to Isla Holbox not only did I enjoy beautiful palm tree-laden beaches and abundant natural beauty, but also trendy beach clubs, vibey restaurants, and plenty of options for vegan food and yoga classes ..read more

By Dale P & Jessie Festa. This guide to NYC night tours contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Are you looking for the best night tours in NYC? Then you’re in the right place! As a local New Yorker, I can vouch that New York’s nickname of “The City That Never Sleeps” is very appropriate. This doesn’t just go for nightlife, but also the many great tours you can do after dark. Exploring NYC by night is one of the best ways to see the city, and it offers a totally different perspective compared to sightseeing during the day. Not only that, but some of the best tours in NYC happen after ..read more

By Gemma Tedaldi-Davies. This guide to traveling solo in Switzerland contains affiliate links to trusted partners! Interested in solo travel in Switzerland, but need help with the planning? Then you’re in the right place! Known for its stunning landscapes, handicrafts like woodcarving and watchmaking, and delicious chocolate and cheese, there are many reasons to plan a solo trip to Switzerland. And while traveling solo in Switzerland may seem daunting at first, having lived there myself for the last few years I can say it is a fantastic and worthwhile experience. On top of the highlights menti ..read more

By Daria Bachmann. This post on climbing Mt Whitney in a day contains affiliate links to trusted partners!  If you dream of Sierra Nevada hiking, particularly climbing Mount Whitney in one day, then you’re in the right place. Conquering the highest peak in the lower 48 is totally possible, as long as you have the right amount of preparation and knowledge. And the best part: You can do it in just a day! High in the Eastern Sierras sits the snow-capped Mount Whitney that towers at 14,505 feet above sea level. In recent years, Mount Whitney has become incredibly popular among hikers who ..read more

By Charlotte Dow. This post contains affiliate links to brands we think you’ll love! Looking for the best travel games for adults to help satisfy your wanderlust at home? If you’re like me, your Pinterest board is overflowing with photos of travel destinations, you’re stalking your favorite travel search engine for cheap flights, and you’ve binge-watched every travel documentary on Netflix. If a private jet showed up to take you to an unspecified locale, you’d get on, no questions asked. You, my friend, have a serious case of wanderlust. Wanderlust can be difficult to deal with when you c ..read more