I’m by no means a professional photographer and don’t really have the expertise to review travel photography gear in depth. However, I do really enjoy taking photos and have learned a lot over the years about what gear works well, what is convenient, and what can help you get some amazing shots. Photography is...
Gear Review: The Best Travel Bag
UPDATE: Unfortunately, Overland Equipment stopped making their products for now. However, I think I may have found an even better alternative: The Lug Via Tote is a similar size, convertible to a backpack, and even better–has a luggage strap on the back to attach to your luggage handle. Lug’s Puddle Jumper Overnight/Gym bag also looks...
7 Gifts on Every Traveler’s Wish List
It’s the Holiday Season! Which means, among other things (#heisthegift)… Christmas music playing in all the stores, gingerbread cookies in the oven, scented candles, sparkly lights, and mad dashes to the store or online to find that perfect gift for your friends and family that love to travel. Well here are some ideas that...
Gear Review: It’s all about the Packing Cubes
People ask me all the time what the secret to packing is. How did you fit two weeks of stuff in a carry-on bag? I’ve tried many different ways of packing over the years…folding clothes, rolling them up, using space bags, throwing stuff in & sitting on the suitcase to zip it closed, etc....
12 Carry-On Essentials for Long Flights
I just got back from a whirlwind trip around the world. 14 flights in 2 weeks! 3 back to back overnight flights of 10+ hours there and back. That’s alotta planes. Phew! Some airlines are better than others at providing amenities, entertainment, food, etc., but I wouldn’t count on them. One time I flew...
Gear Review: Best DSLR Travel Tripod
If you’re looking for a travel tripod for your DSLR, I highly recommend the Joby GorillaPod SLR-Zoom. It folds up small enough to fit in a purse, backpack, or roomy pocket. The legs are flexible, so you can tie them around anything or fold them in any configuration and holds pretty well. You definitely...