United States

During the Summer of 2006, I was developing my rough ’round the world itinerary and budget using Microsoft Excel. I posted my spreadsheet on the BootsnAll message boards to get …

I first shared my Top 10 Travel Tips on the World Wide Web in 1999 after having spent the prior Summer in Europe. Some of the advice I had read …

Andre, a structural engineer by trade, and a German by birth, was the first couchsurfer I had the opportunity to host. He contacted me about 6 weeks ago as he …

The fourth season of the Travel Channel’s 5 Takes series began this past Saturday night in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I’ve been a fan of the series, having watched the three …

5 months until I submit my notice at work 6 months until my lease ends 7 months until I leave The numbers continue to get smaller in the multitude of …

“I’m going to forever associate your apartment with hangovers,” I half joked to my brother. Indeed, while I only had 5-6 drinks Friday night, I’ve cut back on my alcohol …

It was another awesome weekend in New York City! Allow me to rewind and review for your reading pleasure. I caught the 11:30 am Washington Deluxe (aka Chinatown) bus from …

The famed cherry blossoms surrounding the tidal basin in Washington, DC were in full bloom this weekend. The Festival kicked off Saturday, March 30, with tens of thousands of locals …

Passport Renewal Yesterday, I had a new passport photo taken at my local FedEx Kinko’s. The cost was $5 per set, where a set equaled two photos. I ordered a …

Arlington, VA – I was a young 21 when I first walked into Casual Adventure. I was on the prowl for a backpack to accompany me around Europe for the …

Where would one go to ride an aerial zip line, have golf swings analyzed, and take a scuba diving lesson under the same roof? Adventure travelers of all ages descended …