This post was most recently updated on September 20th, 2021Vacations are supposed to help take your mind off stressful situations, not cause them. Unfortunately, there’s a lot that could go wrong during your trip and cause you to have a…
Can You Start Planning Your 2021 Vacation Now?
2021 may seem like it’s still a long way off, but time goes quickly when you haven’t experienced travel for a long time. If you’re like me, you’re wondering if you can start planning your 2021 vacation now. Truth be…
Seven Tips for Your First Trip to Japan
This post was most recently updated on March 10th, 2020If you’ve never been to Asia before, a trip to Japan can feel very daunting compared to your usual European jaunts. Japan is a vibrant and exciting country, and any trip…
5 Essentials for a Business Trip — Prepare Yourself
Whether you are a young digital nomad or an experienced business professional, there’s no denying traveling for work will be an essential part of your career. And even though it might seem like a great opportunity to see the world,…
Best of Five Years with Postcards and Passports
Today marks the beginning of six years of travel blogging on Postcards & Passports — that doesn’t mean anything if I haven’t helped you travel better. Or at least encouraged you to get out and explore your own city better.…
Driving in Costa Rica: Tips You Should Know
This post was most recently updated on November 8th, 2020Costa Rica is a beautiful country, and the most efficient way to see it is by car. But before you just “dive” right into driving in Costa Rica, you might want…
Take a Budget Trip to Indonesia
Indonesia is one of the best places to travel, if you’d like to save money. It’s possible to keep to a tight budget, or save your money for what matters most by choosing inexpensively. Daily living is more than affordable,…
How to Be Organized When Traveling with Children
This post was most recently updated on July 9th, 2019Is it possible to be organized when you travel with children? Yes, but it will take some planning on your part. Just imagine that perfect family vacation photo… Behind the scenes,…