Part 2, Auckland and Paihia Have you wondered about the best way to get around New Zealand? In Part 1 of this review, I explained why two Generation X tourists chose to take a North Island bus tour with Stray Travel. I covered New Zealand tours in … [Read more...] about A North Island bus tour for Gen X tourists in New Zealand
A New Zealand bus tour for GenX tourists
Part 1: Why and how we chose a backpacker bus tour How did two Gen X tourists end up on a New Zealand bus tour with backpackers half our age? My travel partner and I wanted to see New Zealand's North Island but also wanted to keep costs under control. If you've looked … [Read more...] about A New Zealand bus tour for GenX tourists
Walking in Budapest, Hungary
Put on your walking shoes and you'll be ready to explore the fascinating city of Budapest, Hungary, as a pedestrian. You'll get the best experience in this famous city on your feet, but be prepared; there is a lot to see. The historic part of the city is small enough to get … [Read more...] about Walking in Budapest, Hungary
The best walking shoes for travel are running shoes
Picking a pair of shoes for travel is an important decision. Here I'll explain why the best walking shoes for travel are running shoes. You might be thinking that the internet tells you that wearing running shoes, athletic shoes, "sneakers," or "tennis shoes," make you … [Read more...] about The best walking shoes for travel are running shoes
The carry-on travel backpack: a three-week carry-on
In November of 2016, I was preparing for an extended, three-week vacation in France, and I needed a new carry-on. Here's how I decided to buy the Osprey Farpoint 40, a carry-on travel backpack. (Note: Osprey has since introduced the Fairview line, women-specific version of the … [Read more...] about The carry-on travel backpack: a three-week carry-on