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 obvious essentials (tent, sleeping bag,…
Backpacking Canada: What non-Canadians need to know before they go (EDITED)
Oh, Canada! A sparsely-populated country of scenic views, multi-cultural cities, friendly residents, maple syrup, and of course, poutine. While it seems that everyone has their own ideas of what it means to be Canadian, one thing everyone can agree upon is that…
Everything you need to build your very own roadside emergency kit
You’re gearing up to go on an amazing cross-country road trip with your best friends. You’ve whipped together a killer 100-hour playlist, mapped out your route, and taken your car into the shop for a check-up. But there’s a little…
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 for extra…
9 things to see and do on a scenic Niagara River Parkway road trip
BY: JENN FRENCH Niagara Falls — it’s not a destination that many people associate with peaceful vistas and quiet countryside. Instead, you might be thinking of crowds of tourists and cheesy attractions in the Clifton Hill District. But a road…
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 cathartic as staring…
Living on wheels makes you happier, less stressed and fearless
BY: NADIA ZAIDI There is nothing like the wind caressing your face as you hit the road for travels unknown. Truly. People who live like nomads are happier, don’t experience the stressors associated with home living and are more audacious.…
Duo is driving from Mexico to Canada to explore how the local food movement ties us together
The local food movement is blooming across North America. The simple approach of sourcing food closer to home has united environmentalists, health advocates, chefs and farmers alike, all under a common banner to revolutionize our food system. The momentum of…
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 can be a barrier to catching a…
Inside one man’s motorcycle road trip across Asia and South America
BY: ADAM THRUSH What do Che Guevara and Tim Allen’s character in 2007’s Wild Hogs have in common? Still can’t think of anything? The answer: motorcycle road trips! They are some of the few things that possess the quintessential “cool”…
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 Large Marge’s face explodes makes an impression. Perhaps worst…
7 vegetarian snacks that are perfect for road tripping
Are you going on a road trip soon? Well, we all know that one of the most important things to prepare is your playlist but you also need sustenance. Pack snacks… lots of snacks! If you’re a vegetarian (or health…
Hitchhiking stories: 3 positive hitchhiking stories
BY: TIM O’NEAL Everyone has heard hitchhiking horror stories. Any conversation about hitchhiking inevitably leads to discussing the risks and inherent dangers, but these negative accounts are the rare exception. The vast majority of hitchhikers, even if their trip doesn’t…
Road trip essentials: 10 things you’ll need for your road trip
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP Preparing your road trip essentials will ease your mind during your road trip, giving you the freedom to focus on the open road ahead of you. You can’t buy peace of mind, but you can be as…
American road trip checklist
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP One of the worst ways to start off a trip is with the dreadful feeling that you forgot something important at home. It gets even worse if you realize you did in fact forget something behind. It’s…
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 notion. There are a lot of…
Road trip accessories: 5 things to make your trip even better
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP Taking a road trip can be one of the best travelling experiences you’ll ever have. With a great road trip companion, an epic playlist and the perfect snacks ready to be eaten, the open road can be…
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 five tips to…
Road trip snacks: 5 easy snack recipes
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP Prepare for your road trip properly by making the perfect snacks to enjoy on the road. There’s so much planning that goes into a road trip, so don’t let snacks be another factor to stress about. Instead,…
American road trips: 7 iconic photos you need to take
BY: SAMANTHA TAPP No matter what routes you’re travelling on during your road trip, there will definitely be tons of breathtaking stops to take photos. Take your iPhone, a disposable camera or your professional camera because you won’t want to…