Travel Tips

My Favorite 4 Places in Beijing

I've been to the summer palace twice and I still don't feel like I've covered even half of its grounds. These expansive grounds, filled with winding paths, canals, temples, and boats make for a... read more

Expediting in And out The Airport!

TSA PreCheck, CLEAR, and Global Entry are always to help expedite the security process and cut down time at the airport! When traveling picking back up, getting in an out the airport quickly... read more

Things to Do in Bern, Switzerland - a Fondue Evening and More

It was a lovely summer evening with clear skies with a bit of sunshine. Tables arranged out on the street at the Italian restaurant Rialto Pizzeria was busy with diners. Ever since we planned... read more

Puglia’s Top 10 Destinations for 2021 - Part 2 (#5 - #1)

Benvenuti in Puglia - welcome to Puglia Puglia is the 7th largest and the longest of Italy's 20 regions - around 400km from north to south. You are never far from the coast, of which we have... read more

Traveling to Mexico During Covid

Hello everyone, and welcome back! About three months ago, I started traveling again. Nothing too crazy, but I went to Mexico! Our trip was supposed to be 12 days, flying into Cancun, driving down... read more

A Trip to Magical Hampi, India

Every now and again we come across a place that we fall in love with a little. For us, Hampi, in the Indian state of Karnataka, was one of those places. Magical and bewitching, Hampi is an ancient... read more

The Truth About Hostels

When I travel alone, everyone is curious to know what my accommodations are and how I am able to afford them. When I mention a hostel stay, most people have this look on their face of shock or worry... read more

5 Money-Saving Ideas You Should Avoid when Traveling

The suggestions by Travel After 5 never rest on cost alone. In fact, when doing my own researches, the terms budget or cheap have the effect of putting me off, because these usually come at the... read more

5 Hidden Gems in Tel Aviv You Probably Don’t Know About!

I love Tel Aviv! To this day, even after extensive traveling and living abroad Tel Aviv is one of my favorite cities in the world! I return here every chance I get. Tel Aviv is famous for the... read more

8 Day Trips from London

While there is plenty to see in London, from world-famous landmarks to the ArcelorMittal Orbit, and from museums to the theatre district, you may want to venture away from London and see other parts... read more

How To Survive a Long Haul Flight in Economy

Can you survive a long, international flight in basic economy? Of course you can. Should you do it if you don't have to? Ehhhh, maybe not. It's not easy, but it doesn't have to be terrible. As... read more

The Two Tourist Things Absolutely Worth Doing when You Visit Rio

You know how it is, you visit some famous world city, a place where all the tourists go, but you don't want to stand out. No fanny pack and wide brimmed-hat with Bermuda shorts for you! You watched... read more

Puglia’s Top 10 Destinations for 2021 - Part 1 (#10 - #6)

Benvenuti in Puglia - welcome to Puglia If you are planning a trip to Puglia, think of our region in 3 parts. To the north there is Daunia and Gargano a lush green interior surrounded by... read more

How to Make the Most of Your 48 Hours in Amsterdam ~ Read and Save!

When COVID-19 is finally behind us and we are again free to travel, consider visiting Amsterdam otherwise known as Venice of the North. Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands. This city is... read more

Where to See Lupins on the South Island

If you've seen pictures of New Zealand, you've probably seen fields of lupins in bloom. These pink, purple, and yellow flowers pop up by the thousands in the summer, dotting the countryside with... read more