Frequent traveler benefits have continued to free fall—I’m not sure savvy travelers can avoid hacking any longer.
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Is Teaching English in China Still a Good Idea?
Teaching English in China is a more common career choice these days—and not just because bloggers like me have publicized it.
Continue ReadingHere’s Why I Haven’t Checked a Bag in Seven Years
I haven’t checked a bag in over six years, yet I still manage to be stylish, clean and prepared. Here’s how I do it.
Continue ReadingHow to Quit Your Job and Travel the World
Here are my tips and best practices for cultivating a life of freedom, adventure and travel.
Continue ReadingHow Much Can You Make Teaching English?
Ever wondered how much money you can make teaching English abroad? If you have, this post is for you.
Continue ReadingA Very Different Kind of Vacation
The good news? I achieved my goal of staying offline for over a week during a recent trip. The better news? The benefits of “disconnecting” for the first time in years were greater than I could’ve ever imagined.
Continue Reading7 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Teaching ESL
Four years ago today, I stepped on a plane to Shanghai, China, where I had a job teaching English waiting for me. Here are 7 things I wish I’d known.
Continue ReadingShould You Travel in Your 20s?
I recommend that you travel in your 20s as much as you possibly can.
Continue ReadingIs Teaching English Overseas For You?
If you’ve considered teaching English overseas, but aren’t sure whether or not it’s right for you, read on to learn about the good, bad and the ugly of working abroad as an English teacher.
Continue ReadingGay Couchsurfing 101
David and Auston of the “Two Bad Tourists” blog give us a rundown of their experiencing couchsurfing as gay backpackers.
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