Last updated:June 16, 2025 Planning a trip to Dubai and wondering what’s actually worth your time (and money)? Dubai Marina at night Whether you’re heading there with friends, kids in tow, traveling solo, or just want to see if Dubai lives up to the hype, this list has you covered. From desert safaris to indoor […]
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From power outages in tropical storms to road-tripping across Canada with nothing but a cooler and a coffee maker, we’ve learned one thing: power matters. Whether we’re charging gear on a family camping trip or running a mini fridge during an overnight blackout, a reliable portable power station makes all the difference. This guide walks
Travel has become really expensive. Post-COVID, the entire world seems to be traveling again and prices just keep rising. I am astonished at how high they have gotten. But it’s a product of rising costs and out-of-control demand. Everyone just wants to travel. We’re all looking for an escape. Fortunately, it’s not all bad. Airfare
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Ever thought cruising was just buffets and bingo? Think again. From eco-friendly ships and off-the-beaten-path destinations to high-speed Wi-Fi and coworking spaces (yes, really), cruising in 2026 is getting a serious glow-up. Whether you’re dreaming of a relaxing family getaway, a remote work setup with ocean views, or just want someone else to plan the
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Most people aren’t born savvy travelers. It’s something that only comes with on-the-road experience. Travel savviness is a process born of missed buses, foolish behavior, cultural unawareness, and countless tiny errors. Then, one day, you begin to seamlessly move through airports and integrate yourself into new cultures like a fish to water. In the beginning,
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Last updated:April 17, 2025 Imagine this. You’re out on a camping trip with the family, the stars are out, and everything’s perfect, until your gear starts dying all at once. The phones are down to a sliver of battery, the led lights you hung around your campsite are flickering, your battery powered lantern is almost
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Finding the best travel deals is a matter of timing. A lot of people think travel is just expensive, but in reality, there are incredible deals happening all the time. They often don’t last too long, and you have to act quickly. That can sometimes be a problem when a deal requires jumping on a
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As much as I love hostels, there is something nice about the luxuriousness of a hotel: the clean room, comfy bed, desk, iron, strong shower, and bottled soap for the taking (errr…I mean borrowing). They are a quiet, relaxing respite from the world. But luxury comes at a price. Hotels aren’t cheap and I hate
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Hey there snack lovers! Micki here. If you’re craving a taste of authentic Japanese treats, you’ve probably heard of the popular subscription boxes Sakuraco and Bokksu. Both deliver a selection of authentic Japanese goodies to your door each month, but how do they compare? Our family of four took a closer look at Sakuraco and
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I love hostels. Even after over nineteen years traveling the world, I still stay in hostels because they’re the best way to meet people and the cheapest accommodation option in much of the world. But what makes a good hostel? And how do you avoid a bad hostel? After staying in over a thousand hostels
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