Ohio is not a state most people associate with waterfalls. I know I didn’t, at least not until Jess took me to Hocking Hills on one of our visits to see her family. She grew up in Ohio, and we have spent a fair amount of time exploring the state over the years. Enough time, […]
Archives for August 2017
Caledonian Sleeper Review: Using the Sleeper Train in the UK
Sleeper trains! Jess and I are big fans, and we’ve taken them in a wide variety of countries. We’ve ridden all sorts of sleeper trains, from creaky old eastern European models through to the vintage Orient Express. We’ve also ridden one of the UK’s sleeper trains a number of times. The Caledonian Sleeper is a […]
3 Day Rome Itinerary: A First-Timer’s Plan (With Map)
Three days in Rome is the right amount. One day and you see the highlights and nothing else, two days means sprinting, and four starts to drag for most people. I first came to Rome in 1995, and I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been back since. Three days is the length I […]
How to Get Online When Travelling Abroad: Every Option for 2026
If you’re planning an international trip, one of the first practical questions is how you’re going to get online once you land. The good news is that staying connected abroad has never been easier or cheaper, and you almost never need to come home to one of those horror-story phone bills. Jess and I have […]