Rental cars remain hard to get and very expensive – and this will persist well into 2022.
Continue readingMonth: November 2021
Should I stay in a hostel?
What is a hostel?
Who do they cater to?
What is an Upscale hostel?
Is a hostel for you or me?
Continue readingBig, really big: How big is international travel?
The percent of people who have traveled, from the U.S., and those who travel from other countries, is staggering.
Continue readingWhat Is Trip Stacking?
Experienced, savvy travelers are booking two trips at the same time, the second one as a backup to the first in case it gets canceled due to Covid restrictions.
Continue readingCovid Travel Restrictions By Country
Many countries have travel restrictions – both inbound and outbound. These may include PCR testing, proof of ability to quarantine for up to 14 days, mandatory health and quarantine insurance and more.
Continue readingVolunteer opportunities and travel
Volunteer options may be available in conjunction with travel options. Plus non-travel virtual volunteer options enable you to assist remote organizations in other countries – think Zoom and email! For students, such programs can offer internships and college course credits.
But keep your eyes wide open – some of the “volunteer travel” groups seem sketchy, and may use volunteers, regardless of skills, as little more than unskilled workers. Except you are not paid – in fact, you pay them for the opportunity to volunteer!
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