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I’m always on the lookout for great products that make life a little easier on the road. Here are 5 of my favorite travel accessories!
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Nobody in my inner circle had heard of Ayahuasca and wondered why I would want to travel across the world to do drugs, puke, and nearly starve myself.
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What to Pack for a Trip to Iceland
If you’re planning your first trip to Iceland, you’re likely scratching your head as to what to pack. Here’s what you won’t be able to live without!
The Ultimate Packing Checklist for Campers
While specific gear will depend on climate, and whether you’re car camping or backpacking, this packing checklist will help you cover all the necessities.
The Ultimate Road Trip Packing Guide
Packing for a road trip doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This packing guide covers essential tips and the best gear to add to your road trip packing list!
PHOTOGRAPHY POSTS
The Best Travel Cameras of 2018 (And How to Choose One)
In this detailed buyer’s guide, we’ve listed the best travel cameras for every budget and how to choose the right camera based on your travel style. Here are the best travel cameras for 2018!
The Best Camera Lenses for Travel Photography in 2018
Use this in-depth buyer’s guide with the best camera lenses for travel photography to help you pick the right lens for each camera brand!
The Ultimate Packing Guide for Travel Photographers
Working as professional photographer for the past 8 years, I’ve come up with the ultimate kit for travel photography. Here’s how to pack like a pro!
In 2009, we created Ordinary Traveler to chronicle our travels and share our love of photography. Over the past 8 years, this site has grown tremendously and is now one of the top travel and lifestyle blogs -- offering useful travel advice and vacation ideas.
Not everyone wants to quit their job and sell all their possessions to travel. People who want a family, a home, and an adventurous life are the “ordinary” people we strive to connect with and inspire. Our goal is to help others find a balance between a healthy home life and wanderlust.