BY: RHIANN MOORE Whether you go with a group, a buddy, or fly solo, long-distance bike trips can be great experiences. Unfortunately, without the right gear, they can also be terrible. While there are…
The 5 travel hack websites that will keep you wandering
The single biggest worry when embarking on a trip in any country: money and staying on budget. Being broke at home is bad enough, let alone in another country. And no one wants to make the call home f…
5 European road trips for your electric car (infographic)
It’s no secret that road trips are one of the most fun ways to travel. Whether you hit the open road on a solo mission or with a car full of travel buddies, there’s nothing quite as cathar…
Hitchhiking guide to the United States (Part 1)
BY: TIM O’NEAL While still very common in many other countries, hitchhiking in the United States has gone out of fashion. The distances can be great. There is a stigma around hitchhiking that ca…
Hitchhiking movies that will motivate you to hit the road
BY: TIM O’NEAL Just like many stories about hitchhiking, movies about hitchhiking often focus on the negative. The Hitcher comes to mind immediately. That scene in Pee Wee’s Big Adventure when L…
Hitchhiking: 10 things to consider before catching a ride
BY: TIM O’NEAL The allure of the open road is strong for many of us. Crisscrossing the country (or the world!) with nothing but a backpack, catching free rides from strangers, is a romantic noti…
Hitchhiking: 5 must know tricks for getting across the country
Hitchhiking can be as simple as standing at the side of the road and holding up your thumb. Anyone can do it, but there are definitely ways to increase your chances of catching a ride. Follow these fi…
5 road trip games you should be playing in the car
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP If you’ve never been on a road trip before, it’s time for it to go on your bucket list. Maybe your dream road trip is only a two day adventure or maybe it’s driving across the countr…
A guide to travelling the world and having thrilling adventures on a small budget
BY: DAN CHABERT Travelling is one of the most exciting adventures out there that everyone should try at least once in their life. The excitement of venturing into a whole different culture is a great …