In the winter of 2008, Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. America and other powerful Western democracies recognized the new nation’s sovereignty, causing thousands of Serbian nationalists to take to the…
Where Are All the Female Pilots?
On the whole, women across the world have less opportunity for travel than men. We make less money, have fewer personal freedoms, and are more often in caregiver roles that…
What to Do in the Finger Lakes: Hammondsport
Explore the small town charm of Hammondsport, New York. Image by Kayti Burt. In visiting the lesser-populated regions of America, one often has to choose between peace and quiet and,…
5 Benefits of Traveling with Technology — And Corning® Gorilla® Glass
Sarah checks her smartphone at a frozen yogurt joint in Ho Chi Minh City. Image by Kayti Burt. I love the Internet age. I consider myself inexplicably lucky to have…
What to Do in the Finger Lakes: Elmira’s Mark Twain
For the bookish. Image by Kayti Burt. Looking for a low-key, culture-rich locale to escape the hustle and bustle of your daily life? The Finger Lakes region of New York might be…
What to Do in the Finger Lakes: Corning’s Museums and Main Streets
The Finger Lakes’ Corning is a cultural haven in a lovely locale . Image by Kayti Burt. The Finger Lakes region of New York is a picturesque cultural haven only a drive away…
When Place Meets Plot: 5 Pop Culture Travel Destinations
Dubrovnik, Croatia (real-life location of Game of Thrones‘ Kings Landing ) — example of a must-see pop culture destination. Image courtesy of Kayti Burt. I spend a fair amount of time…
5 Female-Centric Travel Movies That Get It Right (and How)
A good travel movie can take you away. Image from Pixabay. As a pre-jetsetter kid and teenager, many of my assumptions about what a travel experience would be like were…
Can I Really Be a Traveling Freelancer? Tips for Success — Part 2
Are you prepared to freelance while traveling? Here are some tips. Image by Flickr user markus spike. As a professional freelancer, I spend a lot of time thinking about the structure of…
Can I Really Be a Traveling Freelancer? Tips for Success — Part 1
Get work done anywhere! Image courtesy of Kayti Burt. As a professional freelance blogger, I have the option of working from anywhere. Usually this means my neighborhood coffee shop. (OK,…
Freebies and Ice Cream: How to Choose (and Make) the Best Travel Souvenirs
Not all travel souvenirs are created equally. But how to choose the best one? Image by Kayti Burt. Confession: I’m not very good at buying travel souvenirs. Not only do…
All You Need to Know About the Art of Contra Dance
Care to contra? Image by Flickr user Jack Mitchell. When home, it’s possible (though more difficult) to see the world around you from a traveler’s perspective. One’s native culture can seem nigh…
An Introvert Abroad: How to Give Effective Travel Advice
When is travel advice helpful? Image by Kayti Burt. If someone had one week to live, where would you tell them to travel? My friend launched this query at me…
An Introvert Abroad: 5 Signs It’s Time to Socialize
Alone can be lonely. Image by Flickr user Marco Alioli. Even the most introverted of introverts needs to be social to be happy. I spend a lot of time developing…
An Introvert Abroad: 3 Tips for Braving a Conference
The 10-year Roswell reunion panel on the final day of the festival. Image from Kayti Burt. Last month, I traveled to Austin, Texas for the first time to take part…