I came across the article, “What should you never travel without?” It’s a great article with helpful practical advice, and it made me think about the things I wouldn’t travel without. I realized that the most important things I travel with can’t be bought. Here’s what they are: 5 Things I Wouldn’t Travel Without 1. An Open Mind Traveling makes you realize something pretty quickly. Other countries do things differently than the way you do them at home. I realized if I wanted things to be the same way they were at home, then I should have just stayed there. I realized that the sooner I developed an open mind to things that were…

Last time I left San Miguel de Allende, I wrote a “Dear John” letter to this fabulous city, packed my bags and went looking for bigger adventures. I returned, less than a year later, to a place that I had come to realize was pretty awesome. It became clear to me that there was no place I’d rather be, and that San Miguel was the place that most felt like home to me. The weather is perfect. The food is divine, and there are some really awesome things to do in San Miguel de Allende. If you haven’t visited yet, why not? There are plenty of cheapflights and, since Condé Nast Traveler voted it…

Kamuela, also known as Waimea, on the north side of Hawaii’s Big Island is a favorite destination for hikers, horseback riders, and those just wanting to relax and enjoy a laid-back ranch-town atmosphere. Kamuela offers stunning views of the Kohala coastline, and if you are looking for a piece of Hawaii that is quiet and peaceful, then this is the place for you. Getting There Kamuela is 32 miles from the Kona International Airport and 43 miles from the Hilo International Airport. For $2 you can ride the hele-on bus from either airport to Kamuela. If you plan on doing a lot of exploring on the Big Island, then renting a car…