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As an American, tipping internationally can be very confusing… We tip almost everyone, but this isn’t true in many other nations. I have done a lot of research, and each country has its own rules; however, as tourism increases, tipping is becoming more popular. I have tried to make it as simple as possible. Below are some tips (pun intended) and a history of tipping.
So you just had a child, maybe it’s your first, maybe your fifth, but you are finally ready to explore this beautiful planet with them, but first, you need to get them a US Passport…. How do you do this? What paperwork do you need? Do they need a photo? How do you even do… Continue reading How to Get a US Passport For Your Child
For the past four years, my travel bestie and I took a trip to New York City for the holidays. This isn’t a long trip, just a few days to get into the holiday spirit. Since we visit NYC often we skip the traditional tourist sights and focus instead on our favorite holiday locations. We… Continue reading Guide to NYC at Christmas
On my way to the Galapagos, I had a layover in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Guayaquil is the cheapest city to fly out to the Galapagos from, so naturally your Type A budget master chose that route! During this twenty-four-hour layover, I set out to explore this interesting and historic city. Guayaquil is a busy metropolis city,… Continue reading 24 Hours in Guayaquil
Here you will find my 18-day itinerary for New Zealand, along with things I would have changed (because I definitely made some mistakes), plus my type a tips for exploring this beautiful country.
Ever dream about going to Antarctica but thought it was too expensive? Well, there is a way to explore the frozen continent on a budget and it's called a last minute deal. Check out all my type a tips for booking a last minute deal.
Check out my guide to Nairobi, Kenya! You find some of my favorite activities and some of the best places to see some classic African wildlife.
Ithaca, NY is arguably the heart of the Finger Lakes. Ithaca is located at the southern end of Cayuga Lake. Ithaca is a shining example of a “little big city”.
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, is often described as one the most dangerous cities in Central America, if not the world. However this shouldn’t put you off visiting. I found Tegus (nickname for Tegucigalpa) a very interesting and non-touristy city to explore. There is more to do in this sprawling city than you would initially think.… Continue reading Type A Trekker’s Guide to Tegucigalpa
All your type a travel tips for finding the best waterfalls in the Finger Lakes, NY!
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