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  • Travel Type
    • Disney
    • Hot Air Balloons
    • Overwater Bungalows
    • Safari
    • Solo Travel
  • Destinations
    • Africa
      • Kenya
      • Tanzania
        • Zanzibar
    • Asia
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Maldives
      • Thailand
    • Caribbean
      • Anguilla
      • Antigua
      • Aruba
      • Bahamas
      • Barbados
      • Bonaire
      • Cayman Islands
      • Cuba
      • Curacao
      • Dominica
      • Dominican Republic
      • Grenada
      • Guadeloupe
      • Jamaica
      • Montserrat
      • Puerto Rico
      • Saba
      • St Barts
      • St. Kitts and Nevis
        • Nevis
        • St. Kitts
      • St. Lucia
      • St. Martin
      • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
      • Sint Maarten
      • Trinidad and Tobago
        • Tobago
        • Trinidad
      • Turks and Caicos
    • Central America
      • Belize
      • Costa Rica
      • El Salvador
      • Guatemala
      • Nicaragua
      • Panama
      • Roatan
    • Europe
      • France
      • Germany
      • Iceland
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Sweden
    • Middle East
      • Dubai
      • Qatar
      • Saudi Arabia
    • North America
      • Mexico
      • United States
        • Alabama
        • Arizona
          • Sedona
        • Arkansas
        • Florida
        • Hawaii
          • Big Island
          • Kauai
          • Lanai
          • Maui
          • Oahu
        • Idaho
        • Nevada
          • Las Vegas
        • New Mexico
          • Albuquerque
        • New York
        • Oregon
        • Tennessee
          • Memphis
        • Washington
        • Washington, DC
    • South Pacific
      • Fiji
      • French Polynesia
        • Austral Islands
        • Gambier Islands
        • Huahine
        • Islands of Tahiti
          • Bora Bora
          • Moorea
        • Marquesas Islands
        • New Caledonia
        • Tuamotu
  • Resources
    • Pre-trip to-do list
    • Safari Guide
  • About
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Travel, Travel Tips

The Travel Essentials I Can’t Live Without (After 20 Years of Solo Adventures)

After 20 years of solo travel, I’ve learned a few things: you don’t need nearly as much stuff as you think, safety and comfort are priceless, and the right gear…

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October 1, 2025
  • neon museum las vegas
    Las Vegas,  Nevada,  North America,  United States

    Neon Museum Las Vegas: What to Know Before You Go

    Gambling is probably the first thing most people think of when they think about Las Vegas, but for me, it’s the Neon Museum! If you’re interested in the history of Las Vegas, vintage neon signs, art and design, the Neon Museum Las Vegas is one of the most interesting places to visit off the Strip. The museum’s Neon Boneyard is…

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  • Europe,  Italy,  Lucca

    Where to Park in Lucca: Parking, ZTL Rules & Avoiding a Fine

    Can You Drive Inside Lucca’s City Walls? Can you and should you are two very different questions. Yes, it is physically possible to drive inside Lucca’s historic city walls. But the majority of the historic center is a ZTL (Zona a Traffico Limitato), which means access is restricted to residents and authorized vehicles. So the short answer for tourists? Don’t…

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  • Europe,  Florence,  Italy,  Lucca,  Pisa

    How to Get to Lucca: From Florence, Pisa & Pisa Airport

    Lucca may be a little less famous than Florence or Pisa, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s difficult to get to. In fact, it’s pretty easy. Whether you’re arriving from Florence, already exploring Pisa, or flying into Pisa International Airport, getting to Lucca is pretty straightforward. And because Lucca Station / Stazione di Lucca is just outside…

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  • exterior of lucca italian school building
    Europe,  Italy,  Learning Italian,  Lucca

    Lucca Italian School Review: What It’s Really Like to Learn Italian in Italy

    Lucca Italian School Review: What It’s Really Like to Learn Italian in Italy Have you ever dreamed about learning Italian in Italy? I have. Actually, I’ve been trying to learn Italian for a while, and I’ve discovered something about myself along the way: I don’t love learning a language online. Don’t get me wrong. My online Italian teacher was great,…

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  • Europe,  Italy,  Lucca

    Where to Stay in Lucca: Best Hotels Inside Lucca’s City Walls

    Trying to figure out where to stay in Lucca, Italy? One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether you want to stay inside Lucca’s historic city walls or outside them. Personally, if you’re visiting Lucca for the first time, I’d strongly consider staying inside the walls. You’ll be surrounded by medieval streets, beautiful piazzas, historic churches, restaurants,…

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