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11 Essential Tips For Overcoming Your Fear Of Traveling

I often receive emails from people who have read articles about my trips telling me how much they want to travel, but how scared they are to actually take the plunge. Many are terrified of flying, while others think they’re too old. Moreover, some people are worried they won’t be able to afford it, will…Read more...

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Jessie on a Journey, founded by Jessica Festa in 2011, is an award-winning solo female, offbeat and adventure travel blog helping road warriors go beyond their guidebooks and have more authentic, meaningful experiences. The site receives over 34,000 unique visitors and over 54,000 pageviews per month from 210 countries with over 20,000 followers on social…Read more...
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Adventure Travel: Nancy Sathre-Vogel Of Family On Bikes Inspires Us To Grab Our Cycles And Hit The Open Road

Thinking about having a cycling adventure? Expert cycle traveler, published author, inspirational speaker and creator of Family on Bikes Nancy Sathre-Vogel talks about following your dreams, finding your passions and how cycling can enhance your travel experience (not to mention that it’s not as difficult as you think). Read on and I guarantee by the…Read more...

Colorful Travel: My 12 Favorite Instagram Shots From 2013

The other day I was feeling nostalgic and decided to browse through my Instagram photos from 2013. Wow! What a year it’s been. Road tripping through Jordan, backpacking French Polynesia solo, eating my way through New Mexico, moving from Long Island to Brooklyn. There have been so many great moments, and luckily, I’ve been able…Read more...
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10 Locals To Befriend On Your Next Trip

When traveling, interacting with locals can really enhance your trip. From showing you lesser-known sights to teaching you about local culture and giving you offbeat tips you wouldn’t find in a guidebook, residents in the city you visit are worth getting to know. To help give you some travel insight, here are 10 locals to…Read more...

20 Tips For Traveling Like A VIP On A Budget

Just because you’re traveling on a budget doesn’t mean you need to sleep in hostels and eat street food the whole time. In fact, it’s very possible to have a luxury vacation without breaking the bank. You just need to know a few tips and tricks, such as: Opt For A Vacation Rental Booking these…Read more...

Why South America Is The Best Destination For Backpackers

In terms of long-term backpacking, I’ve done Europe twice, Ghana, South East Asia, China, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and — my personal favorite — South America. After three months making my way from Brazil, through Argentina, Patagonia, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and ending in the Galapagos, I realized South America provides a full and convenient…Read more...
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