There are a few travel and outdoor gear brands out there that skew heavily to women because they make yoga wear, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty to offer both sexes. That’s especially true for Prana (or as they like to spell it, prAna). I literally have 18 different pairs of travel pants …

There are times when going down the travel search rabbit hole can really pay off. Sometimes you have to set aside some time, then think creatively to find the cheapest flights to anywhere.  I’m currently in Mazatlan, Mexico, which I flew to from Queretaro. I don’t live in Queretaro, two hours away in fact. But …

Which countries around the world have a super-stable exchange rate or even use dollars as currency? More than a few, including some of the world’s cheapest destinations. I’ve run this blog since 2003, so I’ve been through many currency fluctuations. Sometimes the U.S. dollar is worth a fortune for travelers going abroad, sometimes it’s worth …

Is it possible to visit Europe on a budget? Yes, but you need to pick your destinations carefully. You will spend 1/3 as much in the bargain spots as you will in Europe’s most popular places to travel.  First, a bit of advice on bargains and some preparations to take care of before you head …

Going by what I see in airports and bus stations, most people are carrying at least two bags when they travel somewhere, all stuffed with what they need for their travels. Upon arrival though, do you really want to lug around one of those when you’re out sightseeing or shopping? Plus what if you are …