Whenever I would meet non-American travelers at the hostel in Flagstaff that were working their way across the country, I would ask if they were going to go to Los Angeles. I could give them tips about the city because I lived there for 7 years. Most of the international travelers I met said that … Feel Los Angeles – It’s All About The Vibe Read More »

As I gazed at the sunset over Lake Michigan, I marveled at how different the atmosphere was compared to when I stood at the waters from the opposite side, in Chicago. More nature. Cleaner. Peaceful. Quiet. Desolate in early spring. These are the characteristics I yearned for during my road trips when I was living … Western Michigan Offers Respite for City Dwellers Read More »

Most people travel Vermont in the fall because of the foliage, or during winter to go skiing. What many people don’t know is that Vermont is a place that supports outdoor activities year round. It is definitely a state that focuses on getting out and appreciating nature, no matter what the season or weather is … Travel Vermont: Four Wonderful Seasons Read More »

When it comes to the best way to pack a suitcase that you plan to carry onto the airplane, the restrictions with airlines can be outrageous. Sometime of the rules probably do ensure a more safe journey, but many are simply a way for airlines to squeeze more money out of people the travelers they … The Best Way to Pack a Suitcase (Part 2): Carry-On Luggage Read More »

If you Google “Best Way To Pack a Suitcase“, you will most likely come up with a number of sites presenting lists of what you should and should not pack and strategies to pack as much as possible within the least amount of space or to go as minimal as possible. This is great, but … The Best Way To Pack a Suitcase (Part 1): Cars and Road Trips Read More »

I didn’t even think about pet travel when I got my first dog, but after my first trip through the desert from Flagstaff, Arizona to Venice, California, I realized that traveling with a pet takes more thought than just throwing Fido in the back seat and giving him a potty break half way to your … Better Pet Travel Read More »

This week I went into New York City (or “the city” is all you need to say if you’re coming from Northern New Jersey) to sell some of my vinyl records at Chelsea Market. I decided to walk the High Line (see link below for more info) and ended up meeting a German tourist who … New York City – Travel Less Expensive Read More »

I had a rough time planning trips for Las Vegas the first few times.  I had always gone with people that were familiar with the city, so when it was my time to plan, I was surprised when I realized how little I knew. But now that I am a more savvy traveler and actually … Las Vegas – Avoiding the Traps in the Most Touristy City in the World Read More »

This week I was talking with a friend who travels a lot but has never been to the Redwood Forest in Northern California. I had so much fun telling him what he he MUST do there, that I decided that would be a great Better Traveling show! The redwood forest is tied with Sedona for … The Redwood Forest’s Sacred Peace and Beauty Read More »

This week’s podcast  is about alliterations… Just kidding (sort of)… One of the biggest concerns I had about going to Italy was pickpockets and thieves.  I had heard a lot about them and even a close family member had almost had his wallet stolen at the Colleseum. I wanted to figure out how to prevent … Paranoid about Pick Pockets? Prevent Pickpocketing with Pick-Pocket Proof Pockets! Read More »