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53 Best Travel Blogs and Bloggers To Follow (in 2024)

Written by Ankit Singla

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by Ankit Singla

If you’re searching for the best travel blogs today, look no further.

As always, I created this list to help aspiring travel bloggers learn a thing or two from these established sites.

However, people who are only looking for travel ideas and tips will also enjoy this post.

Without further ado, let’s take a look at the top travel blogs to follow in 2024.

Best Travel Blogs

• Nomadic Matt
• Backpacking Matt
• Adventurous Kate
• The Blonde Abroad
• California Through My Lens
• Dan Flying Solo
• Travel With Lakshmi
• Fluent in 3 Months
• Cheapest Destinations Blog
• Alex in Wanderland
• I Am Aileen
• Wandering Earl
• Be My Travel Muse
• Followtheboat
• Matthew Woodward
• The Opposite Travellers
• We Seek Travel
• Bucket List Journey
• Migrationology
• The Cranky Flier
• Never Ending Footsteps
• A Dangerous Business
• Against The Compass
• Everything Everywhere
• The Longest Way Home
• Global Grasshopper
• Girl Gone Travel
• Oneika The Traveller
• The Adventurists
• Time Travel Turtle
• Hand Luggage Only
• Travel4Wildlife
• The Insatiable Traveler
• View From The Wing
• Uncornered Market
• Jessie On a Journey
• Legal Nomads
• TravelFreak
• The Everywhereist
• Keep Calm and Travel
• Practical Wanderlust
• Expert Vagabond
• The Voyageur
• Amateur Traveler
• Girl Eat World
• The Adventure Junkies
• A Broken Backpack
• The World Travel Guy
• Life Part 2

1. Nomadic Matt

By:  Matthew Kepnes

I have to be honest with you — I love everything about  Nomadic Matt .  

Everything from his website’s design to his personal writing voice makes for an engaging reading experience. Not to mention that the name “Nomadic Matt” really sticks with me. 

Matthew Kepnes, AKA Nomadic Matt, was once a cubicle worker who admittedly wasn’t always a big traveler. On his first trip back in 2004, he went to Costa Rica where his perspective in life transformed forever. 

A single trip — that’s how easy it is to fall in love with travel. 

Today, Matthew continues living the life he was born for. He primarily blogs about travel tips, encompassing topics like how to save for a trip and things to do in Singapore. 

Blog Topics 

• Travel Insurance
• Travel planning
• Saving money on travel
• Travel gear
• Destinations

Monetization Strategies

• Display advertisements
• Superstar Blogging online course
• Affiliate marketing ( Check: Best Travel Affiliate Programs )

2. Backpacking Matt

By:  Matt Kyhnn

I think there’s something about the name “Matt” that raises a person’s affinity for traveling. 

Backpacking Matt , owned and run by Matt Kyhnn, is a travel blog that has similar vibes with Nomadic Matt. It has a simplistic design, a memorable content tone, and striking travel photos that bring the blog’s stories to life. 

Matt Kyhnn also leverages videos — providing his audience a more immersive way to enjoy his content. 

Fresh out of college, Matt simply decided that he won’t settle for a 9-5 job. Instead, he spent months working and traveling across Ireland, Scotland, and other regions in mainland Europe. 

He then booked a one-way ticket to New Zealand where he now resides. In addition to his blog, Matt also runs his own travel planning and booking website — Planit NZ. 

Blog Topics

• Affiliate marketing
• Planit NZ travel planning and booking services
• Brand collaborations

3. Adventurous Kate

By:  Kate McCulley

Kate McCulley, AKA  Adventurous Kate , is a travel blogger with lots of adventures to tell.

She’s been to 83 countries, seven continents, and plenty of experiences to help women appreciate the traveling life. 

Kate’s blog was built during her time in Southeast Asia along with her freelance portfolio, which helped fund her travels. Her target audience is women who want to travel, but required guidance on how to do it safely and easily. 

The “Solo Female Travel” category on her blog consists of posts about travel safety, travel planning, destination guides, and more. She also compiled a list of travel resources that help turn her audience’s travel ideas into action plans. 

• Travel safety for women
• Sponsored posts

4. The Blonde Abroad

By:  Kiersten “Kiki” Rich

I covered Kiersten “Kiki” Rich of  The Blonde Abroad   in my list of the top lifestyle bloggers to follow in 2024. 

As her blog’s name suggests, she’s mainly a travel blogger who also discusses two other lifestyle-related topics — blogging and photography. 

Kiersten spent three, eye-opening months in multiple countries to re-envision the idea of “ success .” She succeeded in her goal and is now one of the most accomplished travel bloggers on the web. 

The Blonde Abroad covers a range of topics from travel photography to foreign cuisine. All of which draws wisdom from Kiersten’s personal travel experiences.

• Photography
• Travel destinations
• The Travel Shop
• Social media and influencer marketing consulting

5. California Through My Lens

By:  Josh McNair

Josh McNair, owner of  California Through My Lens , has a distinct writing style that vividly describes details of travel destinations. 

Unlike bloggers who discovered the love for travel in their adulthood, Josh has always been a passionate traveler at heart. He created California Through My Lens to document his adventures with the online audience. 

California Through My Lens is run by both Josh and his wife, Amy. The pair also has an active YouTube channel called Through My Lens where they share their experiences in video form. 

As you may have guessed, Josh’s content focuses on the beaches, caves, hiking trails, waterfalls, and various landmarks in California. Intricate details of each location, from hike distances to specific travel tips, are often included in his posts. 

• National parks in California
• Driving around California
• California destinations
• Selling eBooks
• Advertisements through YouTube 

6. Dan Flying Solo

By:  Daniel “Dan” Clarke

Dan Flying Solo   is by Daniel Clarke — a travel blogger, photographer, and creative director at his own Portugal-based media company. 

Dan’s blogging life was ignited by his passion for photography. He was originally a frustrated restaurant manager who wanted more out of life.

Like me, Dan is a self-taught blogger. He worked day in and day out by doing free online courses, YouTube tutorials, and heaps of informative guides. 

What makes Dan Flying Solo an extra noteworthy blog is its library of video content. Daniel also makes it clear that the site has no particular theme — not unlike everything else in life.  

“ There’s not one particular theme to this blog because I don’t think that’s how life really is. We change and what we enjoy changes.”

7. Travel with Lakshmi

By:  Lakshmi Sharath

Lakshmi Sharath worked on a desk job for multiple media organizations for 15 years. She then started her personal travel blog in 2005 — traveling to over 25 countries and across every corner of India. 

Travel with Lakshmi has only grown steadily ever since. It won multiple awards, including “India’s best travel blog of the year” award from Indiebloggie.  

As an Indian herself, Lakshmi made sure to highlight the country’s top travel destinations on the blog. She also documented her travels to foreign countries — from Abu Dhabi to the United Kingdom. 

As a way to support aspiring travelers around the world, Lakshmi also covers important tips on starting a travel blog. This includes essential tips on photography, travel planning, and travel writing.

• Social media marketing campaigns
• Content marketing and writing services
• Digital media consulting services

8. foXnoMad

By:  Anil Polat

foXnoMad   is a unique travel blog run by digital nomad Anil Polat.

Anil was exposed to travel at a young age because his parents were journalists. Other than routine trips between Turkey and the United States, they also visited multiple destinations around the world. 

Even in his professional life as a computer security consultant, travel was a big part of Anil’s life. He eventually decided to quit his job and fixate on one goal: to visit every country in the world.

What makes foXnoMad unique is that Anil utilizes his knowledge in tech to provide insightful tips on traveling smartly. He also develops apps that can help travelers in situations like determining water drinkability and calculating tips.

You can check out his podcast where he talks about current events, new product tech releases, and all things travel-related. 

Blog Topics                                           

• foXnoMad Shop
• Paid mobile apps

9. Fluent in 3 Months

By:  Brendan “Benny” Lewis

Fluent in 3 Months   by Brendan Lewis is created for travelers with a purpose. 

Apart from regular posts about travel planning and destinations, Brendan also writes a lot of guides on foreign languages. 

Remember, language is a crucial part of every culture. Brendan makes sure you learn dozens of useful words and phrases that will enrich your visit to any country. 

Some of the most prominent content formats in his blog are “ways to say” posts and phrase listicles. There are also fun, bite-sized stories like “How I Learned French on the Toilet in 6 Months.”

For more serious language learners, Fluent in 3 Months offers “The Challenge.” It’s a full-fledged online course that will enable you to hold a 15-minute conversation in a new language.

• How to speak foreign languages
• Language hacking 
• Traveling jobs
• The Challenge online course
• Speaking engagements

10. Cheapest Destinations Blog

By:  Tim Leffel

Cheapest Destinations Blog   is one of the oldest travel blogs on this list. 

It is created and run by Tim Leffel — an award-winning travel writer and author.  

Tim has made it his life’s goal to help people make the most out of travel while spending less. His blog contains posts that teach how to spend your travel money wisely and how to make every cent count. 

Other than Cheapest Destinations Blog, Tim also runs a handful of other blogs on different, travel-related topics. This includes Perceptive Travel, Travel Writing 2.0 Blog, and Cheap Living Abroad.  

• Travel budgeting
• Influencer marketing through 360 Degree Travel Network

11. Alex in Wanderland 

By:  Alexandra Baackes

Alexandra Baackes created  Alex in Wanderland   for two reasons. 

First, she’s been dealing with a case of wanderlust all her life. And second, she’s a fan of a beloved, fictional character — Alice in Wonderland. 

Alexandra is originally from Brooklyn, New York where she purchased her one-way ticket into the traveling life. She now blogs about the best travel destinations, outdoor activities, and her personal, travel-related gear.

One of the things I like about Alex in Wanderland is the presentation and categorization of content. 

On the “Categories” page, Alex makes sure articles are well-organized based on topics like travel inspiration, activities, and planning. This makes it easy for her audience to find the information they need at any given time. 

• Outdoor activities

12. Hey Nadine

By:  Nadine Sykora

Nadine Sykora of  Hey Nadine   is a popular travel blogger, YouTuber, and social media influencer.

Over the past 10 years, she has traveled across 55 countries, spoken on expert panels, and became a keynote speaker. 

Nadine’s goal is simple: share her travel experiences with the world and help others do the same. 

Hey Nadine contains a host of content on travel advice, hacks, destinations, and inspiration. As a seasoned YouTuber, you can expect her blog content to contain a lot of embedded videos from her channel. 

• Video production
• Advertisements through YouTube
• Sponsored content

13. I Am Aileen

Just like Kiersten Rich, Aileen Adalid is another travel blogger whom I also featured in my top lifestyle blogs listicle.

Aileen runs  I Am Aileen   — an award-winning blog that discusses just about everything there is to discuss in travel. She writes about destinations, the best travel activities, foreign cuisine, and more. 

What interested me the most about Aileen is her blogging background. At age 21, she quit her corporate job, which only paid $300 a month, to become a professional traveler. 

Since then, she’s been on a streak of smashing goals and breaking barriers. Thanks to her commitment to quality content, she’s recognized as one of the top bloggers in Asia. 

• Online shop

14. Wandering Earl

By:  Derek Earl Baron

Here’s a fun trivia about  Wandering Earl . 

Unlike most bloggers who use their first names, the “Earl” in “Wandering Earl” is actually a middle name. Blog owner Derek Earl Baron only thought that “Wandering Derek” didn’t sound as catchy.

Derek is a one-of-a-kind, adventurous soul who discovered his purpose as a modern nomad relatively early into adulthood. After graduating in 1999, he planned a three-month vacation across Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. 

That three-month vacation continues to this very day. 

And that’s how Wandering Earl was created — documenting Derek’s adventures in over 100 countries. He also shares valuable pieces of wisdom on travel planning, food, budgeting, gear, and so on. 

Wandering Earl has that “old-school” look and feel to it. On the plus side, the site’s design only highlights 

• Working while traveling
• Selling “eGuides”

15. Be My Travel Muse

By:  Kristin Addis

Be My Travel Muse  is a solo female travel blog created by Kristin Addis. 

She studied in Taiwan and kept an investment banking job for four years. The only problem was, her daily routine rendered her creative, dreamer side claustrophobic. 

Her first step was a one-way ticket to Bangkok — envisioning a life of writing and travel. That’s exactly what she accomplished with her blog, which now caters to millions of readers all over the world. 

Kristin believes that solo traveling is the best way for women to feel empowered and more confident. She prioritizes solo female travel tips on her blog, including guides on safety, packing, and maintaining relationships. 

Be My Travel Muse also has heaps of content on popular travel destinations and self-care for women. 

• Self-help for women
• Relationships
• The Photo Muse Masterclass online course

16. Followtheboat

By:  Liz Cleere and Jamie Furlong

Followtheboat   is a unique travel blog that focuses on a specific mode of transport: sailing. 

It is created with love by a travel writer Liz Cleere and photographer Jamie Furlong. There’s also Millie the rescue cat, which functions as a source of inspiration and encouragement for the blog’s human founders. 

Despite the focus on sailboats, Followtheboat’s content isn’t just made for sailors. The posts are tailor-made for travelers who also happen to be interested in the art and joys of sailing. 

Don’t be surprised at the humor and dynamic range of topics on the blog. You’ll find posts like “tools you need on a sailboat” and “is this the weirdest loo in the world?”

Followtheboat also has a library of podcasts, which record Liz and Jamie’s experiences on their travels. 

• Boat maintenance
• Patreon donations

17. Matthew Woodward

By:  Matthew Woodward

If Followtheboat is about boats, you can probably guess what  Matthew Woodward   is a blog about trains. 

Not to be mistaken for  Matthew Woodward  the internet marketer, Matthew Woodward the rail adventurer loved trains as a child. He owned model railway sets, traveled alone by train, and watched shows about trains on TV. 

In his time as a geography student, he explored Europe with his trusty Interrail pass. He set his passion aside to focus on his career, which he eventually gave up to become a travel writer. 

Today, he blogs about railway systems over different continents. He’s also an accomplished author of three books: “The Railway to Heaven,” “A Bridge Even Further,” and “Trans-Siberian Adventures.”

• Railway systems
• Traveling by train
• Selling books

18. The Opposite Travellers

By:  Ryan and Rachel Riel

The Opposite Travellers   were created by married couple Ryan and Rachel Riel. 

While both loved to travel, Ryan and Rachel had contrasting preferences when it comes to traveling. 

Rachel prefers to travel in style and luxury — through the accommodations and services offered by establishments and travel agencies. Ryan, on the other hand, leans toward daring adventures like biking and trekking — on $5 per night accommodations. 

The couple, however, utilized their differences as a selling point in The Opposite Travellers. 

As such, the website’s “Travel” section has two main categories: “Luxury Travel” and “Adventure Travel.” In other words, the blog has a diverse content library for travelers of all tastes and budgets.

The Opposite Travellers also boasts high-quality visuals taken and produced by Ryan Riel. All of the site’s videos are published on Ryan Riel Media — Ryan’s official YouTube channel.  

• Content production
• Social media marketing 
• Influencer marketing

19. We Seek Travel 

By:  Olly Gaspar

We Seek Travel is an adventure travel blog by traveler and adventure photographer Olly Gaspar.

Olly has been living out of his bags full-time since 2018, turning his passion for global adventure into a treasure trove of useful travel guides accompanied by his inspiring photography.

His travel blog serves as a window to extraordinary experiences around the world– from backpacking in India to climbing Himalayan peaks, crossing deserts on camelback, cycling over the Arctic Circle, hiking with gorillas in Uganda, and even fighting Muay Thai in Thailand.

But We Seek Travel is more than just a diary of adventures. It’s a resource-rich hub where Olly shares his firsthand experiences to help modern explorers discover unique outdoor adventures, off-beat hiking trails, travel photography gear, and helpful accommodation and digital nomad resources.

• Travel Planning & Accommodation
• Outdoor Adventure
• Hiking & Trekking
• Travel photography
• Travel Gear
• Photography licensing
• Adventure Photography shoots
• Tourism development

20. Bucket List Journey

By:  Annette White

Travel is all about adventures, and so is life. 

That’s the essence of the  Bucket List Journey   by Annette White. 

The blog’s tagline is “tools and inspiration to live your list.” It refers to a person’s “bucket list,” which is basically a list of goals and experiences they want in life. 

Annette didn’t always have such a positive outlook in life. She used to be diagnosed with anxiety, which caused her to miss out on life-enriching experiences and opportunities. 

Eventually, she decided that she’ll no longer become a prisoner of fear and uncertainty. She had courage and took charge of her life’s direction — something every aspiring blogger needs to do at one point. 

Bucket List Journey talks about bucket list-worthy destinations, motivation, money, and travel tips. Annette also imparts knowledge on people who also struggle with facing fear and making braver life decisions. 

• Overcoming fear and anxiety

21. Migrationology

By:  Mark Wiens

When I first visited  Migrationology , I wasn’t sure whether to classify it as a food or travel blog. 

Then I checked out Mark Wiens’s “About” page. There, I learned that he viewed food as a way to connect with people in various cultures. 

And to be exposed to these cultures, Mark dedicates his time, money, and efforts to travel. 

Mark makes sure the blog only focuses on content based on his personal travels. It’s made for people who want to experience the flavors of the world — in person or through Mark’s posts. 

Apart from general food travel blog posts and city guides, Migrationology also offers readers a “Food Tour” service. It is the result of a year of research done by Mark himself — in partnership with  Bangkok Vanguards . 

• Bangkok Food Tour

22. The Cranky Flier

By:  Brett Snyder

We already mentioned a blog about boats and another about trains. It’s time to talk about a blog on airplanes and air travel.

Cranky Flier   is a unique blog created by Brett Snyder — President and “Chief Airline Dork” of Cranky Flier LLC. 

Brett has been fascinated with airlines all his life. When he was young, he collected airline timetables and even spent a birthday with his grandmother watching planes land. 

As an adult, he spent several years in the airline industry fulfilling multiple roles. He became a sales intern at USAir, senior analyst at America West, marketing planning product at United, and so on.

Today, Brett publishes his opinions about the airline industry on Cranky Flier. He also updates several series, like “Worst Airline Ever,” “Airlines We Lost,” and “Across the Aisle Interviews.” 

I’ll let you determine what these series are all about based on what they’re called. 

• Airline industry
• Cranky Concierge service

23. Never Ending Footsteps

By:  Lauren Juliff

Lauren Juliff is one of those bloggers who already knew what they wanted to be from an early age. 

She dreamt of traveling to new places, meeting new people, and exploring new cultures.  Never Ending Footsteps   is proof that she accomplished all three. 

The blog consists of posts about Lauren’s fulfilling travels to different countries. But unlike a lot of famous travel bloggers, she also talks about the downsides of being a digital nomad.

Never Ending Footsteps has a “The Incidents” blog section where Lauren discusses the not-so-sexy aspects of traveling. She has been scammed, attacked by monkeys, locked out of her room, lost her passport, and more. 

Despite these incidents, Lauren’s love for travel only grew. Such experiences increased her wisdom and travel acumen — resulting in some of the most insightful travel articles ever published.

Lauren also helps her audience get into the world of travel blogging. Check out “How to Start a Travel Blog” for information on web hosting, working with WordPress, and so on.

• Travel safety

24. A Dangerous Business Travel Blog

By:  Amanda Williams

A Dangerous Business Travel Blog   is a straightforward blog made to help people travel. 

It is created by Amanda Williams, who is a former journalist with degrees in journalism, hospitality, and tourism management.

Amanda first got into journalism by editing obituaries — eventually becoming a copy and layout editor at a newspaper company. She started A Dangerous Business Travel Blog in 2010 out of boredom and her need for a creative outlet. 

Fast forward to 2024, the blog now averages over 340,000 page views per month. Amanda also maintains a strong social media presence with thousands of followers across networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

A Dangerous Business Travel Blog contains posts about travel planning, packing, destinations, and inspiration. Everything is sprinkled with high-quality photos to keep readers engaged and enthused.  

The centerpiece of A Dangerous Business Travel Blog is “The 10-Day Adventure Project.” Put simply, it’s a collection of ready-to-use, self-guided itineraries that will shave hours off your travel planning process.

• Packing 
• DangerousBiz online course
• Freelance writing

25. Against the Compass

By:  Joan Torres

How do you make a travel blog stand out?

Joan Torres has a surefire answer: covering the most unusual and “off the beaten track” destinations.

Against The Compass   is a unique blog that talks about the travel routes and destinations you probably haven’t heard of. It covers destinations that people don’t normally include in their bucket list, like Pakistan, Tunisia, Syria, and other high-risk countries. 

Of course, Joan makes sure to highlight the importance of safety when traveling in relatively low-popularity destinations. He has comprehensive guides for solo female travel, travel insurance, and general travel safety.

• Travel insurance

26. Everything Everywhere 

By:  Gary Arndt

In travel blogging, a picture is undeniably worth a thousand words. There’s simply no excuse for any travel blogger to forego the inclusion of visual content in their posts.

Gary Arndt’s absolutely nailed it with his photography work for  Everything Everywhere .

Gary actually won multiple, major travel photography awards — more than any travel photographer. His photography is so good that I suggest you check the “Travel Photos” page on Everything Everywhere.

Go ahead, take a break and thank me later. 

Other than taking breathtaking photos, Gary also publishes detailed blog posts about the places he’s been. He’s been on the go for roughly 9 years non-stop, which means readers will never run out of material.

27. The Longest Way Home

By:  David Ways

The Longest Way Home   started as the personal travel journal of David Ways — a solo traveler in search of home. 

The blog originally started as David’s private, digital diary. As he journeyed across Europe and gained experience, it turned into a full-on blog with travel guides to specific locations. 

David finally found home in Nepal before traveling to other parts of Southeast Asia. 

He’s not the most nitpicky blogger in terms of grammar and spelling, but he’s definitely a brilliant storyteller. He’s also skilled in capturing and immortalizing moments into photos, which you can view on his blog’s gallery. 

The Longest Way Home has a library of content about various destinations, trekking, and travel planning. It also features in-depth travel guides to Nepal, Thailand, and overland travel — plus a mini-guide to Portugal.  

• Travel planning 
• Overland travel

28. Global Grasshopper

By:  Becky Moore

Global Grasshopper   is a travel blog run by Becky Moore and her team of professional travel photographers and writers. 

Becky’s first adventure was a six-month voyage in Southeast Asia. She considers herself a “semi-nomad,” traveling from country to country while nestling in Ireland, Australia, or parts of Southeast Asia. 

Global Grasshopper contains posts about popular travel destinations, hotels, and other places that deserve more attention. Readers will also enjoy the blog’s posts about dog-friendly travel — covering topics like dog booster seats and pet-friendly hotels. 

Since the blog is run by a team of experts, expect the content quality to be top-notch across the board. The team also organizes boutique tours, which readers can participate in for a memorable travel experience. 

• Traveling with a pet
• Boutique tours bookings

29. Girl Gone Travel

By:  Carol Cain

Carol Cain is an accomplished professional in the field of communications. She is a social media marketing expert, public speaker, branding agency owner, and award-winning travel blogger.

Girl Gone Travel   is the result of Carol’s innate passion for travel and knack for digital marketing. It is a well-designed, engaging, and filled with quality content that shines with Carol’s personality. 

Other than her travel-related posts, Girl Gone Travel also publishes a lot of posts about blogging and online branding. This makes it an excellent place to start for hopeful travelers who plan to have their own blog one day. 

• Destinations 
• Online branding
• Brave World Media company

30. HoneyTrek

By:  Mike and Anne Howard

Believe it or not,  HoneyTrek   is a travel blog about a honeymoon.

Yes — it’s probably the longest honeymoon ever.

Founders Mike and Anne Howard are a power couple with skills that can make any blog great. Anne is a former magazine editor whereas Mike’s a veteran digital media strategist and photographer. 

Together, they’ve honeymooned to over seven continents and 60 countries while creating the most romantic travel blog in the process. 

HoneyTrek contains a collection of posts about their travel destinations, experiences, and travel tips for all budgets. They also wrote two successful books: “Comfortably Wild” and “Ultimate Journeys for Two.” 

• Travel budgeting 
• Travel skills

31. Oneika The Traveller

By:  Oneika Raymond

Oneika The Traveller   is an award-winning travel blog by journalist, keynote speaker, and media personality Oneika Raymond. 

For those who don’t know Oneika, she’s the on-air travel and lifestyle correspondent for CTV Canada and NBC New York. Even more impressively, her blog won her a gold medal in the 2018 SATW Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism competition.

Oneika talks about travel destinations and her go-to tips for life on the road. With her experience in the field of journalism, she’s definitely one of the most engaging storytellers on this list.

• Fashion and style while traveling
• Traveling as a minority
• Personal opinions
• Social media marketing

32. The Adventurists

By:  Tom Morgan

The Adventurists   is hands down one of the most well-designed travel blogs in this post. 

The blog proves that integrating tons of video content into one page doesn’t have to affect its loading speed. In fact, the site loads surprisingly fast despite having several video panels on the homepage.

I’m not going to delve too deeply into this technical feat. What I’m going to focus on, however, is the brilliant team behind The Adventurists. 

The site is founded by “Chief Idiot” — Tom Morgan. Apparently, most of the crazy ideas featured on the blog were his. 

Every page on the site reflects Morgan and his team’s wackiness and passion for great adventures. They do, host, and document daring outdoor activities on air, land, and sea — plus, a whole lot of charity.

Their audience can also participate in these activities, which can be held in various parts of the globe. The “Monkey Run,” for example, is an event where participants race through dirt trails on tiny bikes.

The bottom line is, it’s hard to come up with unique ideas that set you apart in the blogging landscape. The Adventurists, on the other hand, managed to do so multiple times. 

• “The Adventures” events
• The “Shop of Stuff”

33. Time Travel Turtle

By:  Michael Turtle

Time Travel Turtle   is created by Australian Journalist Michael Turtle. 

Michael was born to be a storyteller and he knew it from an early age. 

In school, he ran the student newsletter and contributed a weekly column. He also filled the role of deputy editor of a university newspaper. 

Time Travel Turtle’s contains mainly posts on the locations that Michael has visited over the years. 

Like most renowned travel bloggers, Michael captures amazing photos that travel enthusiasts can fall in love with. He puts some of these photos up for sale to companies who’d like to feature those locations or properties. 

Michael continues to explore the world as a digital nomad. He also shares practical travel tips so readers can experience these adventures themselves. 

• Selling photography

34. Hand Luggage Only

By:  Yaya and Lloyd

Hand Luggage Only   is a hugely successful travel blog by couple Yaya and Lloyd. 

The site doles out travel advice, inspiration, photography tips, food reviews, and posts about must-see destinations. It also has a library of high-quality videos where Yaya and Lloyd describe their experiences in detail.  

Yaya and Lloyd started the blog in 2014 with a plan to share their travel stories with the world. Within a few hours, they published their first posts using photos they already took and edited. 

The moral of the story is, consider starting a blog if you already have a library of unused travel photos. 

35. Travel4Wildlife

By:  Christina Garcia and Hal Brindley 

It should only take anyone a second to figure out what  Travel4Wildlife   is all about. 

The blog is created by couple Christina Garcia and Hal Brindley out of their passion for wildlife. 

Hal is an experienced wildlife photographer for organizations like the Nature Conservancy Magazine, SEE Turtles, and RARE Conservation. Christina, on the other hand, is an experienced zoologist who worked on studies on wolves, cheetahs, and leopards. 

Travel4Wildlife’s goal is to increase awareness and increase the appreciation for wildlife. More importantly, it was Christina and Hal’s life goal to promote wildlife conservation through responsible tourism. 

Behind the scenes, the couple teams up to create compelling articles that focus on wildlife in specific destinations. The blog covers a range of species on different continents — from owls in South Africa to polar bears in Canada. 

• Wildlife tour reviews
• Responsible travel

36. The Insatiable Traveler

By:  Susan Portnoy

Susan Portnoy, also called  The Insatiable Traveler   on her blog, is a seasoned travel writer and photographer. 

Susan’s last full-time job was VP of corporate communications at Condé Nast. When that door closed, she took on a freelancing career as she learned the art of photography. 

Fast forward a few years, and she has enough accolades to make photography degree holders envious. 

Her photographic works were featured by organizations like National Geographic and companies like Bing. She also won awards like the SATW Lowell Thomas Award and the 2018 Gold in the Muster Photo Competition. 

The main focal points of The Insatiable Traveler include destinations, cruises, photography, and travel gear. Susan also covers the safaris in various regions, like Tanzania, Namibia, and Kenya. 

37. View from the Wing

By:  Gary Leff 

Just like Brett Snyder, Gary Leff of  View From The Wing   is an expert in all things air travel. 

Gary was named one of the “World’s Top Travel Experts” by Condé Nast Traveler since 2010. He also co-founded InsideFlyer.com — a community made by and for frequent flyers.

View From The Wing is a goldmine of timeless tips on airline miles, credit cards, hotels, and business travel. No matter your sub-niche in travel, I recommend checking it out for ways to maximize your frequent flyer miles. 

Gary also publishes posts called “Trip Reports” about establishments, food, and various attractions. 

• Hotel reviews
• Credit cards

38. Uncornered Market

By:  Daniel Noll and Audrey Scott

Dan Noll and Audrey Scott are a pair of adventurers, storytellers, and tourism advisors who advocate for responsible traveling. 

They created  Uncornered Market   — a responsible tourism blog — after leaving their secure and stable lifestyle in Prague. Prior to that, they lived in San Francisco and took a leap of faith for the sake of avoiding regrets.  

It’s clear that both Dan and Audrey believed that fulfillment can’t be found within the confines of your comfort zone. They explored, made connections, and shared their experiences through their travel blog. 

Some of the topics you’ll find in Uncornered Market are about destinations, sustainable tourism, food, and trekking. Dan and Audrey also write about personal growth and experiential travel. 

Uncornered Market is also a tourism development and marketing consultancy company. They help travel companies, destinations, and tourism organizations build their brands and deliver their message to a wider audience. 

• Responsible tourism
• Tourism development and marketing consultancy services

39. Jessie on a Journey

By:  Jessica “Jessie” Festa

Like plenty of bloggers, Jessica Festa needed a taste of life before discovering her true calling. 

In her youth, Jessie traveled to mostly cruises in the Caribbean and road trips in North America. She also experienced being a sightseeing guide in New York. 

Jessie on a Journey   is the result of her pursuing her dreams of getting paid to do something she loves. She now blogs about being a solo female traveler, blogging it, and profiting off of it. 

I’m sure a lot of big-name bloggers are all too familiar with how Jessie made the blogging vision a reality.

For a long time, she felt that the workaday lifestyle isn’t for her. It made her feel like she’s living everyone else’s life — not the kind of life she wanted to keep. 

Despite the disapproval of loved ones, Jessie decided to quit her secure job in favor of being a travel blogger. 

She was just as unprepared as most people before starting their own blog. The key difference is, she went out there and took her first step. 

• Travel blog consulting
• Tour company consulting

40. Legal Nomads

By:  Jodi Ettenberg

Back when Jodi Ettenberg was in law school, she never would’ve guessed she’d run a successful travel and food business. 

That happens to a lot of people, especially those who never thought of giving priority to their passions. 

It’s just a hunch, but I think the name  Legal Nomads   had something to do with Jodi’s background in law. 

Legal Nomads highlights destinations and local cultures just as insightfully as other travel blogs. What makes it different is that Jodi focuses on local cuisines to experience and tell the stories of each destination. 

A huge part of Jodi’s blog is about wellness and gluten-free eating. She then utilized her knowledge and experience to create detailed restaurant cards, which travelers can use when visiting certain countries. 

• Gluten-free restaurant cards
• The Legal Nomads Shop

41. Indiana Jo

By:  Jo Fitzsimons

Like Jodi Ettenberg, Jo Fitzsimons also used to practice law before becoming a successful travel and lifestyle writer. 

Indiana Jo   started way back in 2010 where Jo can comfortably type away her thoughts and musings. Fed up with her full-time job, she went out to see the world as a digital nomad.

It wasn’t always smooth sailing for Indiana Jo, however. According to her, she thought about quitting the blog several times before finally realizing that it’s a lifetime thing. 

Jo writes about her travel experiences, destinations, wine, and food. She also shares travel planning tips along with a long list of content about topics that personally interest her. 

• Travel health and safety

42. TravelFreak

By:  Jeremy Scott Foster

TravelFreak   is the brainchild of Jeremy Scott Foster who left America in the middle of a recession and to Australia. 

For a while, he racked up some savings as a traveling bartender. It took some time before he finally made the switch to be a digital nomad and online entrepreneur. 

Jeremy created the blog to help people create opportunities to achieve the fulfilling life they deserve. 

He writes about travel advice, destinations, gear, and ways to get your finances in order as you travel. This includes guides on how to land and keep a job abroad along with resources on reliable booking websites. 

I personally like the way Jeremy designed TravelFreak to provide the best possible user experience. Unlike a traditional layout, the site features a search bar so readers can jump right into the content they need.

TravelFreak has been featured in Forbes, National Geographic, The New York Times, and a few other big-name publications.   

43. The Everywhereist

By:  Geraldine DeRuiter

Before anything else, yes — that’s Rand Fishkin in the photo above. 

And yes, the next travel blogger on this list is Rand’s longtime sweetheart and wife. 

Geraldine DeRuiter was a former copywriter and went with Rand in his travels, which are often business-related. She then turned to the habit of documenting their travel experiences, which she described as “love letters” to her husband. 

Today, Geraldine works full-time on  The Everywhereist   — named by Time magazine as one of the best blogs in 2011. 

The Everywhereist contains posts about food and Geraldine’s travel experiences along with a comprehensive Philadelphia travel guide. The guide contains information on where to go, eat, shop, and stay. 

Geraldine also wrote a book called “All Over The Place.” It chronicles how she embraced her love for blogging after being laid off, which aspiring bloggers can draw inspiration from. 

• All Over The Place book sales

44. Keep Calm and Travel

By:  Clelia Mattana

Keep Calm and Travel   is a travel blog created by serial traveler Clelia Mattana. 

Ever since she was 19, Clelia is a certified sea lover and globetrotter. But like many travel bloggers, she was given a choice between a secure job and the traveling lifestyle. 

Clelia’s finalized her choice when she bought a one-way ticket to Asia. She then created Keep Calm and Travel to send a simple message:

“No matter what your age is, or your budget, or status, you can travel and live your life on your own terms.”

The blog’s topics include destinations across continents, photography, and travel gear. She also has a dedicated page for Sardinia, which is one of her absolute favorite travel destinations.

45. Practical Wanderlust

By:  Lia and Jeremy Garcia

Lia and Jeremy Garcia, who aptly labeled themselves a “travel couple” on Instagram, are the minds behind  Practical Wanderlust .  

Jeremy is a film degree holder whose passions include writing and directing. He also became a high school teacher who taught filmmaking and digital media art.

Lia, on the other hand, has a fashion design and apparel merchandising degree. She took on roles in corporate merchandising before becoming a business systems analyst. 

Why did I tell you all this? Simple: I want you to know what the pair had to give up pursuing their dreams of traveling. 

Practical Wanderlust’s goal is to help other people enjoy travel in the most realistic and sensible approach possible. The blog is filled with detailed content on planning memorable trips on a budget, where to go, and staying safe.   

Lia and Jeremy also host their own podcast, which is available on Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. 

• Coaching and mentoring services
• Sponsored podcast episodes

46. Expert Vagabond

By:  Matthew “Matt” Karsten

Matthew Karsten, AKA the  Expert Vagabond , has been a travel blogger, photographer, and digital nomad for nine years.

He talks about budget travel tips, destinations, travel photography, and strategies to make the digital nomadic life work. 

Matt is a business degree holder who spent time freelancing as a nightlife and event photographer. While he admits it was fun, he knew that he wants and deserves something more. 

After a year of downsizing his life, eating homemade food, selling eBooks, and saving every penny, he was ready. He set out to obtain a different kind of wealth — that which is made with adventures and experiences.

• Nomadic living

47. The Voyageur

By:  Pauline Chardin

Pauline Chardin is a France-based fashion designer, photographer, and art director. 

She always had a soft spot for travel — driven by her appreciation for picturesque architecture, landscapes, and good food. She started  The Voyageur   to help people view the world through her voice and eyes. 

The Voyageur is a simple, yet aesthetic website achieved through Pauline’s incredible photography skills. Apart from itineraries and posts about hotels, food, art, and architecture, the site also has a sizeable photo gallery.

Images are accompanied by a brief article that describes the destination’s history and Pauline’s thoughts and emotions during her visit. I’m not sure what it is, but there’s something about this content format that’s truly engaging and relaxing. 

• Art and architecture

48. Amateur Traveler

By:  Chris Christensen

Don’t be fooled by the name —  Amateur Traveler   is by no means run by an amateur.

Chris Christensen is a skilled photographer, travel writer, and podcast host. The site also utilizes a long list of monetization strategies that I believe every blogger should learn. 

True, he wasn’t the most experienced traveler when he started the blog. Before he created Amateur Traveler, he was a full-time EVP of engineering and operations for a company based in Silicon Valley. 

In his defense, he grew up in a family that traveled a lot to national parks in a trailer. He also learned a lot of foreign languages, which he believes is a window into understanding and embracing different cultures. 

Amateur Traveler discusses destinations, travel budgeting, planning, gear, and booking. The site also features a weekly podcast on the top destinations around the world. 

• Amateur Traveler Shop powered by Etsy
• Podcast advertisements
• Social media and content marketing consulting services
• Content writing services
• Paid guest posts

49. Girl Eat World

By:  Melissa Hie

Melissa Hie is the “Girl” in  Girl Eat World  — a name that encapsulates what the whole blog is all about. 

You see, Melissa’s three passions are food, travel, and storytelling. She started the blog in 2015 as a digital diary for herself and friends who need travel tips. 

Prior to her blog’s success, she amassed quite a following on Instagram. This springboarded her blogging career, which she put in the back burner after focusing on her full-time career.

Girl Eat World is essentially a compendium of Melissa’s travel stories and travel planning guides. She also has an iconic style of capturing Instagram posts, which must be seen to be appreciated. 

50. The Adventure Junkies

By:  Antonio Cala and Amanda Zeisset

The Adventure Junkies   is definitely not your average travel blog. 

It’s not just about the travel stories of founders Antonio Cala and Amanda Zeisset. Upon visiting the blog for the first time, you’ll realize that it’s all about the community the blog has built. 

New visitors are encouraged to join “ Summit ” — a free community for people who seek adventures through travel and outdoor activities. There, members can connect, plan events, share posts, ask questions, form groups, and discuss anything related to travel. 

The Adventure Junkies also compile guides and resources about outdoor activities like diving, kayaking, mountain biking, and snowboarding. There’s also a section for visitors who’d like to learn about outdoor and underwater photography.

Antonio and Amanda started The Adventure Junkies as a personal blog about their three years of cycling. Over time, their readers began asking questions on how they can plan their own adventures. 

The couple then realized that they need to create something more than a personal blog. As such, they transformed The Adventure Junkies as a one-stop shop for adventurists.  

• The Adventure Junkies Store
• Paid digital guides

51. A Broken Backpack Travel Blog

By:  Melissa Giroux

Melissa Giroux used to be a social worker who only traveled once a year. 

Melissa created  A Broken Backpack   a year after her journey in the Canadian Rockies — hitch-hiking from point A to B. She continued working on her blog as a creative outlet while working on a farm in Australia. 

It didn’t take long before A Broken Backpack’s popularity gained momentum and gave Melissa a new frontier. 

The website contains crucial tips on travel gear, budgeting, destinations, and the life of a digital nomad. Melissa also put together in-depth guides on travel blogging, moving to another country as an expat, and backpacking.

• SEO eBook on Nomad Life 101

52. The World Travel Guy

By : David Leiter

David Leiter is an American travel blogger currently based in Bali, Indonesia, with his wife Intan (who’s a Bali local).

They travel around the world and try to document the most scenic destinations by creating articles, photos, videos, and guides for other travelers.

David runs  The World Travel Guy , an adventure travel blog that he started when he was a solo traveler, but now covers their travels around the globe as a couple.

In total, they’ve visited dozens of countries, while also checking off some bucket list adventures like a Komodo dragon safari in Indonesia, the Mount Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal, and a bunch of world monuments like the Angkor Wat and Taj Mahal.

• Adventure Travel
• Destination Guides
• Budget Tips
• Travel Photography
• Drone Videos
• Affiliate Partnerships
• Display Advertisements
• Sponsored Trips
• YouTube Videos

53. Life Part 2

By:  Jonathan Look Jr. and Sarah Wilson

The last blog on this list that your best life can start at any time you choose. 

Let me tell you the story behind  Life Part 2   and the people behind it.

Jonathan Look Jr. and Sarah Wilson are both happy retirees with a simple mantra: “don’t waste your retirement.”

To them, retirement isn’t about being comfortable and secure. Rather, it’s all about the freedom to listen to your heart and follow where it takes you. 

Jonathan and Sarah met in Chiang Mai, Thailand where they both agreed to see the world as a couple. 

Life Part 2 is a mix of all things travel. At times, there’ll be a post about remote destinations and backpacking, and at other times, the theme is luxury travel. 

You will, however, notice that the content topics on the blog often revolve around retirement, minimalism, and travel. 

Planning to go on your own travel adventures? Perhaps you’re thinking of starting your very own travel blog?

It doesn’t matter if you’ve got a case of wanderlust or the desire to be a travel blogger yourself. 

The list above has some of the best travel blogs ever created. They can provide you with ideas and inspiration for your next trip or first-ever travel blog post. 

If you think I missed a great travel blog that everyone should read, let me know in the comments below. Good luck!

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75 Most Inspirational Travel Blogs

Posted on Published: October 21, 2023

Categories Travel

Big travel publications like National Geographic and Conde Nast have dominated the travel education space for decades. These days blog posts filled with great content are written by top travel bloggers. We’ve searched the internet for the best travel blogs that are filled with useful information and personal stories.

Finding travel influencers that jive with your ideal travel style will be easy using this favorite travel blogs guide. Our priority with this list was to find actively managed blogs that will continue to provide updated great resources for your next vacation.

Best Accessible Travel Blogs

• Best Adventure Travel Blogs

Best Budget Travel Blogs

• Best Digital Nomad Travel Blogs
• Best Famous Travel Blogs
• Best Foodie Travel Blogs
• Best LGBTQ+ Run Travel Blogs
• Best Luxury Travel Blogs
• Best Mental Health Focused Travel Blogs
• Best Off the Beaten Path Travel Blogs

Best Solo Female Travel Blogs

• Best Sustainable Travel Blogs

Dive into a World of Adventure with the Best Travel Blogs

Have you ever felt the thrill of discovering hidden alleys during a sunset in Venice or experienced the rush of wind against your face while surfing in Costa Rica? Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting your journey, there’s a vast world out there, full of adventures waiting just for you! 

And guess what? You get to research these beautiful destinations through the unique perspective of a traveler just like you. If you’re a poor traveler you’ll find a travel writer giving you budget travel tips. A solo female traveler can find destination guides for virtually everywhere on the planet coming from an award-winning travel blogger.

From the bustling streets of New York City to serene landscapes in South America, the best travel blogs offer you a passport to worlds you’ve never imagined. Each blog is a treasure trove of real-life travel stories, practical advice, and stunning travel photos that will have you packing your bags in no time!

Stay tuned and keep scrolling, as we unravel the unique flavors each of these best travel blogs adds to your adventure platter!

Why Follow the Best Travel Blogs?

Many of google’s top results are dedicated to people who make website views their full time job. The best travel blogs might, but aren’t guaranteed, to show up in the first few pages of google.

Our guide includes new travel blogs and unique travel blogs, with the focus on being a helpful travel website above selling you on a junky affiliate product. You might not know this, but many of the BEST OF guides are written based on which hotel, restaurant, or activity was willing to sponsor that popular travel blog to visit for free.

Imagine planning your next trip. You save for months from your corporate job and finally have enough money to book your carefully planned vacation. The hotel you pick and dinner on your first night were both suggestions from a “best things” travel blog. Only they both suck. You were probably reading a guide that focused on profit as opposed to the type of advice you would give to a good friend.

Real-life Experiences, Not Just Facts

Travel blogs are more than just online travel diaries; they’re a window into the genuine experiences of people who share your love of exploration. Unlike generic travel guides, these blogs take you on an intimate journey, allowing you to witness the beauty, chaos, and transformative power of travel through their eyes. 

Whether it’s overcoming challenges on road trips, indulging in the local culture of Southeast Asia, or navigating the dynamic lifestyle of being a digital nomad, these stories resonate on a personal level, often staying with you longer than a fleeting piece of travel advice.

Tips and Hacks from the Road

Who better to provide practical travel tips than the travelers themselves? From learning how to pack smartly to finding the best street food joints, travel bloggers furnish you with insights that come from being in the situation themselves. They’re your best bet for up-to-date, practical advice that’s been tried and tested, right from the horse’s mouth. And honestly, who wouldn’t prefer a friend’s recommendation for the best places to visit over a generic list found somewhere online?

Inspiration to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

Following the best travel blogs isn’t just about the glamorous parts of travel. It’s also about the courage to step out of your comfort zone and embrace different cultures and experiences. These bloggers show you the raw side of travel, encouraging you to take leaps, big or small. They challenge you to look beyond the typical ‘touristy’ spots, inspiring you with tales from offbeat paths and adventures in places like Central America or hidden gems in busy metropolises like New York City.

A Sense of Community and Belonging

Being an avid follower of these blogs means you’re part of a larger community. You’re not just a spectator; you’re an active participant, engaging with stories, sharing your insights, and sometimes, forming lasting connections with fellow travel enthusiasts. This community becomes a space of learning, inspiration, and a reservoir of tried-and-true travel advice.

As we delve deeper into our list of the best travel blogs, remember, each one offers something unique, shaping your travel experiences in ways you’d never expect. So, buckle up! The journey through these blogs is nothing short of an adventure in itself, filled with tales of discovery, wonder, and the sheer joy of travel.

5 Tips for Finding the Best Travel Blogs

Embarking on an adventure is always exciting, but finding reliable sources to guide your journey can be a task. Not all travel blogs are created equal, and what works for one wanderer might not work for another. 

The trick to getting the most out of these treasure troves of information? Knowing how to find the best travel blogs that resonate with your personal travel style and aspirations. 

Here’s how you can make these blogs your trusty companions in adventure, guiding you from the bustling streets of cities to the tranquil retreats in undiscovered corners of the world.

1. Seek Authenticity and Experience

In a sea of travel content, authenticity is your guiding star. The best travel blogs are those fueled by the genuine passion of the traveler. These bloggers share not just the glossy, postcard-perfect shots, but also the mishaps, the unexpected detours, and the candid moments that make travel what it truly is – an adventure. 

In the travel writing space we are taught to niche down. Starting a lifestyle blog of travel experiences along with personal stories is frowned upon in the travel blogging space. But, as readers we connect best with blogs that share their whole story and not just a profit focused niche.

2. Practical Advice from First-hand Experience

Nothing beats tips and hacks learned through personal experience. The best travel blogs save you the effort of trial and error. They offer practical advice, whether you’re trying to live out of a backpack, hunting for budget travel options, planning extensive road trips across the United States, or seeking solitude in the mountains of South America. 

These bloggers have been there, done that, and they’re ready to pass on their wisdom, so your journey is just a bit smoother. There are countless times that I’ve arrived in a country and remembered advice from a travel blog and thought to myself, “Oh that’s what they meant.” 

3. Niche Travel Style

Are you a solo traveler seeking your next adventure or perhaps a vegan who wants to try every local delicacy? Whatever your niche, there’s a travel blog for you. The beauty of the best travel blogs lies in their diversity. 

From luxury travel to exploring under-the-radar locales, there’s a voice for every traveler. Identifying with a blogger who shares your interests or inspires you to step out of your comfort zone can make all the difference in planning your next trip.

4. Consistency is Key

A great travel blog isn’t just about the stories or the stunning travel photos; it’s also about the commitment to sharing those experiences. Look for blogs that are routinely updated with fresh content, providing a continuous stream of inspiration for your next escapades. 

Whether they’re exploring new places or revisiting old favorites to provide updated insights, dedicated bloggers make sure their followers are in the loop. Active travel bloggers will give you key insight to current conditions which will make your potential trip go smoother.

5. Engage and Connect

The travel community is vibrant and interactive. Look for blogs where the writer engages with their readers through comments, social media, or even travel forums. It opens up avenues for you to ask questions, share your experiences, or get the latest scoop on potential travel destinations. Plus, following your favorite bloggers on platforms like an Instagram account can provide a real-time glimpse into their travels.

You might be surprised to know that any pretty good travel blog is looking for ways to help their readers. If you have questions about a destination or travel style they are writing about, ASK! They will be thrilled to provide content that is truly helpful to their long time supporters.

So, are you ready to find the travel companion that speaks to your wanderer’s soul? Dive in as we unveil the best travel blogs that have been inspiring adventurers worldwide.

Best Travel Blogs Across Different Categories

Navigating the world of travel blogs can be akin to navigating a world map without borders – overwhelming, yet filled with infinite possibilities. To help guide you, we’ve curated a list of the best travel blogs across diverse categories. These blogs are not just about marking territories but about experiencing every hue, culture, challenge, and joy that comes with traveling.

Focusing on accessibility, these blogs are dedicated to ensuring travel is a universal privilege. They offer resources, tips, and inspiration for travelers with disabilities, proving the world is open for everyone to explore. 

#1 Curb Free With Cory

#2 seek the world, #3 simply emma, #4 blind girl adventures, #5 my love for traveling, top adventure travel blogs.

For the thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, adventure travel blogs are your compass to heart-racing exploits. They pack in exhilarating experiences, from skydiving in New Zealand to scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef, ensuring your bucket list never ends. These bloggers’ daring escapades and practical advice are all the motivation you need to leap into your wild side.

#6 Time Travel Turtle

#7 wild junket, #8 we seek travel, #9 ordinary traveler, #10 alison’s adventures, #11 alastair humphreys.

Empowering, fearless, and insightful, these blogs are a treasure trove for women striking out on their own. Blogs like “The Blonde Abroad” feature destinations that are not only stunning but also safe, enriching, and welcoming to female solo travelers. Their tips, personal narratives, and vibrant travel photos are invaluable for women ready to embrace adventure.

#12 Young Adventuress

#13 where goes rose, #14 girl vs. globe, #15 adventurous kate, #16 hey ciara, #17 one girl travel, #18 adventures all around, #19 veronika’s adventure, #20 runaway juno, #21 be my travel muse, eco-conscious and sustainable travel blogs.

In a world grappling with environmental concerns, these travel blogs are a breath of fresh air. Advocating for sustainable tourism, they spotlight eco-friendly accommodations, green travel tips, and conservation efforts, inspiring travelers to tread lightly and make eco-conscious choices. Their journeys respect our planet, ensuring there’s a beautiful world left to explore.

#22 Green Global Travel

#23 she wanders miles, #24 paulina on the road, #25 land of size, #26 uncornered market, best digital nomad blogs.

Blending work and wanderlust, these blogs cater to the lifestyle of the digital nomad. They offer insights into remote work, co-living spaces, connectivity, and balancing job responsibilities with the love of travel. If you’re aspiring to break free from the 9-5 routine and traverse the globe, these nomadic tales pave the way.

#27 Nomad Veronica

#28 planet d, #29 goats on the road, #30 barefoot nomad, #31 jessie on a journey, #32 nomadic chick, #33 nomad girl, #34 andy sto, #35 lifestyle hunter, #36 wandering earl, unmissable luxury travel blogs.

If opulence and comfort are your travel mantras, luxury travel blogs are your go-to. Featuring exquisite getaways, exclusive experiences, and lavish retreats, they redefine travel in style. These blogs help you indulge in the finer things in life, from private island bookings to bespoke cultural experiences.

#37 Velvet Escape

#38 andre de mello, #39 salty luxe, #40 and a thousand words, #41 carmen’s luxury travel, best travel blogs for mental health.

Finding the right place on the planet where you can breathe deeper is a testament to the  transformative power of travel for mental well-being. These bloggers offer not just escape but reflection, resilience, and healing, taking you on journeys that nourish the soul and mend the heart through personal travel stories.

#42 Breathe Dream Go

#43 bald hiker, #44 emily’s eye’s explore, #45 hannah’s happy adventures, #46 healthy travel blog, inclusive lgbtq+ travel blogs.

Travel knows no boundaries, and these LGBTQ+ travel blogs stand testament to that spirit. They emphasize safe spaces, LGBTQ+ friendly destinations, pride events, and inclusive travel experiences around the globe. These narratives are bold, colorful, and vital for planning joy-filled and discrimination-free journeys.

#47 Travels of Adam

#48 nomadic boys, #49 every queer, #50 couple of men, #51 lez see the world.

Just because you have no money does not mean you don’t dream of traveling. Find out how to make your dollar stretch as far as your dreams. Budget travelers use every hack and resource at their disposal to see the world and teach you how to do the same.

#52 Budget Travel with Gabby

#53 budget travel, #54 big world small pockets, #55 budget traveller, #56 savvy backpacker, travel blogs that take you off the beaten path.

Escape the tourist traps with blogs dedicated to hidden gems and uncharted territories. These bloggers venture beyond the typical hotspots, uncovering the world’s best-kept secrets. They’re the key to immersive travel experiences, connecting you with local cultures, undiscovered beaches, and rustic hideaways.

#57 Against the Compass

#58 don’t stop living, #59 travels with elle, #60 off the beaten path, #61 expert vagabond, #62 not in the guidebooks, best foodie focused travel blogs.

Trying local cuisine is a great example of experiencing a place like a local instead of like a tourist. However, dietary restrictions or food allergies can make eating in foreign countries a bit tricky. Find out how these foodie travelers accommodate their food needs or preferences within local cuisines.

#63 Legal Nomads

#64 ticker eats the world, #65 mindful wanderlust – vegan traveller, #66 food fun travel, #67 miss allergic reactor, #68 nomadic foodist, best-selling author mega travel blogs.

After dipping their toes into writing travel content on a blog, the most successful blogs turn into full-time businesses. There are many bloggers who have used their expertise to write a travel book, some of which have ended up on the New York Times best sellers list. Find out what the most influential voices in the travel industry have to say.

#69 Rick Steves

#70 nomadic matt, #71 love assembly, #72 katy colins, #73 world of wanderlust, #74 fearful adventurer, #75 as the bird flies, supporting and engaging with travel bloggers.

In the sprawling digital landscape of travel content, behind every great travel blog is a storyteller who pours their heart into sharing unique experiences and practical advice. 

But did you know your engagement can fuel their journey? 

Here’s how supporting your favorite travel bloggers doesn’t just return the love but also enhances your own travel experiences.

1. Visit, Comment, and Share

The easiest way to support travel bloggers? Engage with their blog content! Whether you’re wanderlusting from your desk or planning your next escape, delve into those captivating travel stories and leave your footprint with comments. Commenting on their blog might seem so old school, but it’s a nod to Google that their content is relevant and engaging.

Sharing their blog posts on your social media isn’t just a nod to their hard work; it’s a way to keep your fellow travel enthusiasts in the loop. You don’t have to limit your sharing to Facebook and Instagram which have traditionally been travel influencer breading grounds. Use that Pinterest link at the bottom of their post or make a TikTok encouraging people to visit a post that resonated with you.

2. Give Them Your E-Mail

Want to be the first to know about hidden gems and travel hacks? Subscribe to newsletters from the best travel blogs. It’s more than just a regular email; it’s your ticket to exclusive content, tips that haven’t hit the blog yet, and personal anecdotes from your favorite digital nomads. 

Plus, your subscription supports their online presence, helping them grow. Sometimes traffic consistency from Google and Pinterest makes growing a blog seem impossible. If a blogger has your email it helps them stay engaged with likely fans even when outside traffic dips.

3. Use Affiliate Links

Here’s a supportive move that doesn’t cost you a penny: use bloggers’ affiliate links for your travel bookings. This is one of the best ways to support your favorite blogger, because it puts cash directly in their pocket.

Large companies pay your favorite travel blogger from their marketing budget. Be it for accommodations, travel gear, or insurance, these links don’t increase your expenses. But, they play a huge part in funding the free travel advice and thrilling stories you enjoy.

4. Engage on Social Media

Putting themselves out there on social media is nerve racking. It’s always awkward waiting to see if people are going to resonate with the content they create. Before they hit post their brain is swirling with all the way that people could rip them apart or criticize their content.

Beyond just double-tapping on Instagram or hitting like on Facebook, share their profiles, and engage with their posts. Ask questions, suggest places, or share your experiences. Your active participation boosts their work and could lead to insightful discussions that enhance your own travel plans!

5. Patreon and Other Support Platforms

Some of the best travel bloggers set up shop on platforms like Patreon, offering a chance for dedicated followers to support them financially. Even the smallest contribution can aid in creating more of the content you love, granting you access to behind-the-scenes, special travel guides, or even a personalized thank you note!

6. Share Your Positive Experiences

Did a travel tip work wonderfully for you? Or perhaps a destination guide became your travel bible? Let them know! Sharing back positive outcomes or stories where their advice came in handy is incredibly rewarding for bloggers. It’s proof that their hard work resonates and helps real travelers on their journeys.

Online personalities are always sharing content in order to get feedback from someone somewhere in the world. You could be that person who shows them that they aren’t just speaking to the wind.

Supporting your favorite travel bloggers is a cycle of inspiration and appreciation. It’s what keeps the travel blogging community thriving. You can ensure these digital storytellers continue to sprinkle our lives with new explorations, candid advice, and the travel bug we all cherish. So, next time you find a piece that inspires you, take a moment to engage—you’ll make a world of difference!

Embarking on Endless Journeys

As we navigate the corners of this comprehensive guide, one truth stands clear: the best travel blogs are more than just digital diaries or destination lists. They’re treasure troves of genuine experiences, heartfelt advice, and vivid narratives that teleport us across the globe. Whether through the lens of a solo adventurer, a luxury connoisseur, or an eco-conscious explorer, these blogs stitch the world a bit closer, one story at a time.

Your Passport to Authentic Experiences

These handpicked travel blogs, steeped in diversity and authenticity, are your passports to living the adventures you read about. They remind us that travel is not just about stepping into new geographies but also about embracing different cultures, challenging our comfort zones, and forming a global community bound by wanderlust.

The Ripple Effect of Your Engagement

Remember, your journey with these travel bloggers doesn’t end with bookmarking their advice or following their itineraries. By engaging with their content, sharing their stories, and even utilizing their affiliate links, you’re fueling their ability to unearth more hidden gems, practical tips, and transformative experiences for you. It’s a cycle of support that enhances the entire travel community.

Beyond the Horizon: What’s Next in Travel Blogging?

As the travel industry evolves, so too will travel blogs. What awaits us? Perhaps more immersive experiences, off-the-beaten-path destinations, or virtual reality explorations. The canvas is wide, and the potential is limitless. Keeping abreast of emerging trends through these top travel blogs ensures you’re always at the forefront of the next big thing in travel.

Your Adventure Awaits

So, whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter, planning your first international escape, or simply dreaming from the comfort of your home, let these best travel blogs be your compass. Set sail on your journey, draw inspiration, learn from the experiences of others, and don’t forget to share your own. The world is vast, beautiful, and full of surprises, and your next adventure is but a blog post away.

To all the nomadic souls and those writing their first travel bucket lists, this is more than a conclusion. It’s an invitation to explore, to discover, and to live the narratives penned by travelers worldwide. Your ticket is booked, your destinations await, and the best travel blogs are your ever-inspiring guides. Happy travels!

Join the Global Community of Wanderlust

As our journey through the labyrinth of the world’s best travel blogs concludes, your personal adventure burgeons, teeming with possibilities. But, dear reader, a vital part of this expedition is not just the absorption of tales and tips but also active participation in this ever-expanding community of globetrotters. So, what next?

We’re All Ears: Share Your Travel Chronicles!

Have you recently followed the trail set by one of these best travel blogs and ventured into the unknown, tasted the exotic, or embraced a new culture? We’re anchored on the edge of our seats, eager to hear your travel stories! 

Dive into our comments section below, spill the beans on your escapades, the diamonds in the rough you discovered, or the new friends you made from different cultures. Your insights are the loose threads eager wanderers are waiting to pull and unravel their next journey.

Caught the Travel Bug? Spread It Around!

If this blog has fueled your wanderlust, chances are it will ignite someone else’s! Share this treasure trove of travel inspiration with your friends, family, or social media circles. Whether they’re seasoned explorers, planning their next trip, or seeking a nudge to step out of their comfort zone, your share could be the passport to their greatest adventure.

What Do You Want to See Next?

The realm of travel is as vast as the world itself, and we’re on a constant trek to bring you content that resonates and inspires. Are there specific travel topics, regions, tips, or stories you’re itching to explore? Cast your suggestions into our digital suggestion box, and let’s chart new territories together!

Embarking on journeys, whether through bustling city streets, under serene tropical canopies, or across the comforting quiet of deserts, isn’t just about the miles traversed. It’s about the stories gathered, the connections forged, and the horizons broadened. So, keep the cycle of adventure spinning—read, explore, share, and contribute. Our global traveler’s circle awaits your voice, turning solitary footprints into a communal path of world-wide exploration.

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FAQs: Best Travel Blogs

Why are travel blogs important for trip planning.

Travel blogs can offer real-life experiences, detailed destination guides, and practical advice from seasoned wanderers, filling the gaps that traditional guidebooks may miss. They provide up-to-date, firsthand information and insights that can help you plan a more authentic and personalized trip.

How do travel blogs stay reliable and authentic?

The truth is that not all of them do. Some travel blogs are sell outs. The best travel blogs maintain their reliability by sharing their personal travel experiences, good and bad. They earn trust through transparency—disclosing sponsorships, detailing their travel expenses, and providing honest reviews and recommendations.

Can I travel the world by following travel blogs?

Absolutely! Travel blogs can offer extensive resources, tips for different budgets, guidance on local cultures, and advice on both popular spots and hidden gems worldwide. They can help you craft a journey tailored to your interests and needs, potentially allowing you to travel extensively.

Are travel blogs suitable for budget travelers?

Yes, many travel blogs specialize in budget travel, offering invaluable advice on saving money, finding affordable accommodation, exploring destinations cost-effectively, and choosing cheaper transportation options. They prove that world travel can be accessible and affordable.

How often are travel blogs updated with new content?

The frequency can vary, but the best travel blogs update their content regularly—often weekly or bi-weekly. They strive to keep their travel advice, destination guides, and reviews current with the latest information, ensuring readers have fresh, reliable content for planning their trips. In this guide we’ve included actively managed blogs with up to date content.

Do travel bloggers collaborate with tourism boards or travel companies?

Many travel bloggers collaborate with tourism boards and travel companies to showcase specific destinations, experiences, or products. However, reputable bloggers prioritize their readers’ trust and often disclose such partnerships and maintain honesty in their storytelling and reviews. Just because that was the only breakfast place they ate at or the only hotel they stayed at does not make it the BEST. Reputable travel blogs will be clear about both pros and cons.

Can I start my own travel blog? Is it financially sustainable?

Starting a travel blog is possible for anyone with a passion for travel and storytelling. While it can be financially sustainable, it requires considerable effort, commitment, and time to build a following, create engaging content, and find revenue streams through advertising, sponsorships, or sales of products or services you create.

What makes a travel blog stand out among others?

A standout travel blog offers unique perspectives, high-quality content (including images and videos), engaging storytelling, and valuable, practical information for travelers. It often has a personal voice that connects with readers, an attractive and user-friendly design, and an active community of followers and contributors.

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38 of the best travel blogs to read now

We’ve scoured the web to find the most important, informative and entertaining blogs, for different travel interests…

There’s nothing like reading a well put together travel blog – whether you’re after specialist advice on a particular type of travel, or you simply want to read someone’s personal perspective.

There are thousands of travel blogs – more than we could ever hope to list – but we’ve chosen 38 of the very best to help you.

You can search by subject, or keep scrolling for the full selection:

The best travel blogs for practical advice The best eco-conscious travel blogs The best couples’ travel blogs The best travel blogs for solo female travellers The best travel blogs for post-retirement travel The best LGBTQ+ travel blogs The best travel blogs with a mission The best offbeat travel blogs The best travel blogs for outdoor adventurers The best travel blogs for foodies The best travel photography blogs

Here are the 38 best travel blogs to read and follow right now…

The best travel blogs for great practical advice.

Tropical travel essentials (Shutterstock)

1. Fluent In 3 Months

Irishman Benny Lewis sets himself language challenges, and along the way shows how you too can learn another language cheaply and quickly.

Read more over at Fluent In 3 Months

2. Fox Nomad

Anil Polat’s tech guide to travel is the go-to blog for up-to-the-minute advice on wireless internet on the road, international SIM cards and exactly which chargers you should be taking with you.

Read more over at Fox Nomad

3. Tim Leffel’s Cheapest Destinations

Travel veteran Tim Leffel tells you how to stretch your travel budget further with tips about destinations, travel deals and travel gear.

Read more over at Cheapest Destinations Blog

The best eco-conscious travel blogs

The joys of sailing (Jamie Furlong/Follow The Boat)

4. Global Help Swap

Eco-travellers Karen Sargent and Paul Farrugia believe in enriching travel experiences that respect the destination’s culture, landscape and resources.

Read more over at Global Help Swap

5. Follow The Boat

Wanderlust regular Liz Cleere has created a corner of the web where aspiring sailors can learn about the realities of life on the sea.

Liz, her partner Jamie, and their cat named Millie teamed up to sail all the corners of the world and keep aspiring travellers updated.

Read more over at Follow The Boat

6. Rail adventures with Matthew Woodward

Matthew is a British rail adventurer who has travelled far enough by train to circumnavigate the world several times.

His posts about his rail journeys in every corner of the planet capture the romance of travelling by rail and offer practical, hard-to-source advice.

Read more over at Matthew Woodward

The best travel blogs for solo female travellers

(Oneika The Traveller)

7. Journeywoman

Heralded as the premier travel resource for women, Evelyn Hannon’s blog tackles everything from packing to travelling safely – with lots of good food in between.

Read more over at Journeywoman

8. Oneika The Traveller

Journalist and TV presenter Oneika is the host of Travel Channel’s One Bag and You’re Out and Big City, Little Budget , and has visited over 115 countries. She champions women who travel and blogs about the destinations she’s visited, her travel style tips and her experiences of travelling as a black person.

Read more at Oneika The Traveller

9. Adventurous Kate

Kate has been travelling full time since 2010 and has made it her mission to show women how they can travel the world on their own – easily, safely and adventurously. Her enthusiastic posts are guaranteed to leave you inspired.

Read more over at Adventurous Kate

10. Emily Luxton Travels

Emily champions solo female adventure travel, with a particular focus on slower, more meaningful travel, rather than a ‘ticking-off’ approach.

Read more over at Emily Luxton

11. Solo Traveler World

Janice Waugh is a solo traveller, blogging exclusively about getting the most from travelling on your own. From destination guides to tips on finding classes as a solo traveller, you’ll find everything you need to travel on your lonesome.

Read more over at Solo Traveler World

The best inspiring travel blogs for couples

Expect bright and cheerful advice from Lia and Jeremy (Practical Wanderlust)

12. Practical Wanderlust

Initially created as a record of their year-long honeymoon, this candy-coloured travel blog is as irrepressible as Lia and Jeremy themselves.

The honeymoon was a disaster – but fun – and their blog offers practical, down-to-earth, budget-friendly travel tips that will help you avoid making terrible mistakes they made.

Read more over at Practical Wanderlust

13. Hey! Dip Your Toes In

Strong contender for ‘coolest blog name on this list’, married couple Eulanda (from Lagos, Nigeria ) and Omo (from Colorado , United States) blog about their adventures around the world, often starting from their home base in London .

Read more over at Hey! Dip Your Toes In

14. Along Dusty Roads

Back in 2014, Londoners Andrew and Emily booked a one-way ticket to Mexico and began wandering the world. Their thoughtful posts and beautiful photographs reflect their ethos of travelling to gain a deeper understanding of the world – and each other.

Read more over at Along Dusty Roads

15. The Opposite Travellers

Rachel and Ryan from Canada have very different tastes when it comes to travel. Rachel loves to travel in style and luxury, Ryan prefers a more adventurous approach. Their blog shows how two contrasting travelling styles can come together perfectly to create unforgettable travel experiences.

Read more over at The Opposite Travellers

The best blogs about post-retirement travel

Travelling as a retiree doesn’t have to be sedate (Life Part 2)

16. Life Part 2 and Beyond

Retirees Jonathan and Sarah met in Chiang Mai and decided to motivate fellow baby boomers to travel more and have their own retirement adventures.

Their action-packed posts prove that the world is not some scary place to avoid, but rather somewhere curious retirees should see for themselves.

Read more over at Life Part 2 and Beyond

17. Blonde Brunette Travel

Sisters Kay and Anne have led two very different lives, but on retiring rediscovered their passion for travel, fostered when they were kids on family adventures to National Parks. Now they travel the world, sharing tales, tips and laughs about travelling as ‘Baby Boomer Sisters’.

Read more over at Blonde Brunette Travel

18. No Particular Place To Go

American retirees Anita and Richard turned their back on the American Dream to go travelling in 2012 and haven’t looked back.

Currently based in Portugal , their blog is inspirational and practical, an authentic snapshot of life as travelling expats.

Read more over at No Particular Place To Go

The best LGBTQ+ travel blogs

Maartje and Roxanne of Once Upon A Journey (Once Upon A Journey)

19. Once Upon A Journey

Dutch couple Maartje and Roxanne document their travels through 45+ countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and beyond – sharing handy city and country guides as well as other helpful resources for lesbian travellers.

Read more at Once Upon A Journey

20. Two Bad Tourists

Friends Auston and David have been travelling for more than eight years, and their slick blog shines for its travel guides covering gay-friendly destinations, festivals, hotels, nightlife and events. Expect lots of helpful trip planning resources, too.

Read more at Two Bad Tourists

21. Nomadic Boys

Stefan and Sebastien share gay travel guides (from Gran Canaria to Siem Reap ), as well as interview LGBTQ+ locals they meet around the world.

Their ‘most gay-friendly countries in the world’ round-up is extensive.

Read more at Nomadic Boys

22. The Globetrotter Guys

Sion and Ben, hailing from Wales and Yorkshire respectively, have visited 27+ countries and now share in-depth destination guides and hotel reviews LGBTQ+ travellers, plus blogs about Pride festivals around the globe.

Read more at The Globetrotter Guys

The best travel blogs with a mission

Tourists photographing a leopard in Africa (Shutterstock)

23. Travel4Wildlife

Covering topics such as responsible travel, wildlife tours, species spotlights and lodging, bloggers Hal and Cristina are determined to promote conservation through responsible wildlife tourism.

Read more at Travel4 Wildlife

24. The Catch Me If You Can

Jessica Nabongo’s blog, The Catch Me If You Can, documents her extensive travels – all of which led to her becoming the first documented black woman to visit every country in the world in 2019. Expect lists, destination guides and a section dedicated to all her travel favourites.

Read more at The Catch Me If You Can

25. Budget Traveller

Kash Bhattacharya has single-handedly changed the perception of hostels. His posts on the most amazing, quirky and sometimes luxurious hostels across the world show that choosing the cheaper option isn’t always a compromise.

Read more at Budget Traveller

26. Time Travel Turtle

Michael Turtle gave up his career in media in Australia to visit every UNESCO site in the world. Follow his quest and make a list of your own.

Read more over at Time Travel Turtle

The best offbeat travel blogs

Competing in the Rickshaw Run in India (The Adventurists)

27. A Funny Way Of Looking At The World

Wanderlust’s own Peter Moore gives his slightly cock-eyed look at the world with tales from his travels as well as tips on his favourite places, festivals and budget destinations.

Read more over at A Funny Way Of Looking At The World

28. Global Grasshoppers

Advice and inspiration with a slightly off-beat outlook. The world’s weirdest beaches is an excellent example of their style.

Read more over at Global Grasshopper

29. The Adventurists

From the brains behind The Mongol Rally and The Rickshaw Run , this blog revels in the wackier side of travel and gives a heads-up on new events and adventures.

Read more over at The Adventurists

The best travel blogs for outdoor adventure

Adventure Junkies started as an online diary about an epic cycle trip (Adventure Junkies)

30. Against The Compass

Spanish blogger Joan Torres specialises in travel to off-the-beaten-track destinations and gives practical, up-to-date advice on travelling to more challenging destinations.

Read more over at Against The Compass

31. The Longest Way Home

Dave has been on the road for over 13 years now. Along the way he has picked up a shed-load of tips and experiences that he shares openly and with sometimes alarming candour.

Read more over at The Longest Way Home

32. The Adventure Junkies

What started out as a chronicle of Antonio and Amanda’s epic three-year cycle trip from San Francisco to Argentina has morphed into a blog dedicated to making the outdoors accessible to everyone. Expect advice, ideas and inspiration for epic adventures across the planet.

Read more over at The Adventure Junkies

The best travel blogs for foodies

A white rose dumpling in Hoi An, Vietnam (Girl Eat World)

33. Girl Eat World

Melissa Hie, the ‘Girl’ in GirlEatWorld, has been eating, travelling and sharing her international foodie experiences since 2014. Her focus, naturally, is on where to enjoy the best and most authentic dishes on your travels, but she offers other travel tips as well.

Read more over at Girl Eat World

34. The Everywhereist

Geraldine DeRuiter travels the world and eats. But she’s not your average travel foodie blogger, as posts like 7 Badass Bavarian Foods You Must Try testify.

Read more over at The Everywhereist

35. Migrationology

Mark Wein set up Migrationology because he believes that there is no better way to connect with people when you’re travelling than through food. He blogs about authentic local food from around the world and offers personal tours from his current base in Bangkok .

Read more over at Migrationology

The best travel photography blogs

Welcome to Ken Kaminesky’s stunning travel photography blog (Ken Kaminesky)

36. Stuck In Customs

Described as a ‘Daily Photo Adventure’, this blog showcases Trey Ratcliff’s amazing travel photos. Of most interest to aspiring photographers are the step-by-step guides to how he took them. His guide to HDR photography is arguably one of the best on the web.

Read more over at Stuck In Customs

37. Travel Freak

Jeremy Scott’s blog is the perfect mix of inspirational images and top notch advice on destinations and becoming a travel photographer. He’s also got great tips on financing your travel photography habit too.

Read more over at Travel Freak

38. Ken Kaminesky

Get ready to be inspired – and blown away – by Ken Kaminesky’s luscious, hyper-detailed travel images. You’ll be asking ‘How’d he do that?’ while booking your ticket to the destination at the same time. Truly breathtaking.

Read more over at Ken Kaminesky

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The 40 Best Travel Blogs of 2021

We’ve compiled and ranked the top 40 travel blogs in the world this year. Satisfy your wanderlust with these great blogs!

Travel blogs are one of the best ways to get information about different destinations and budget tips for travel. There are many bloggers who travel full-time and write about their experiences. It’s becoming a popular resource for anyone planning a vacation with different itineraries already built and beautiful pictures to help get you excited. We pulled together a list of 40 of the best travel blogs you can explore right now on the internet. You’ll find something for every kind of traveler on the list, so enjoy exploring some new sites.

40 of the Best Travel Blogs of 2021

Notes from the road.

This is one of the longest-running travel blogs on the internet. Erik Gauger started it back in 1999 as a way to document his adventures. He is located in the Pacific Northwest but has travel stories from around the world. The photography is beautiful and there are some deep dives into plants and animals and a collection of the sketches he does while traveling.

See a sample of the photo and drawings in this post about the Deep South of the United States .

The Global Wizards

This family of four found themselves struggling to spend enough time together as a family, so they decided to uproot their lives in 2018 and start traveling the world. They share tips on traveling with kids, snippets from the time they spend in their VW van, and tons of inspiration for global family vacations.

Start with this post about the essentials for van life and RV travel in 2021 .

Two Wandering Soles

Katie and Ben have had an adventurous marriage. They’ve built two custom campervans, taught English in South Korea, and backpacked through South America. They are down-to-earth and are passionate about street food and sustainable, slow travel. With a huge collection of posts about outdoor adventures and destination guides from all around the world, they are a great resource for trip planning.

Check out this post about climbing one of the biggest volcanoes in Central America for a taste of their travel spirit.

Alex in Wanderland

Alex grew up in Albany, New York, and decided to travel early in her twenties. She has worked all kinds of different jobs in countries all over the world, but recently start hosting retreats in incredible locations. One of her passions is scuba diving and she shares some incredible dive photos and destinations to consider.

See some of her incredible underwater photography from the Red Sea here .

Kara and Nate

This travel couple were high school sweethearts from Nashville, Tennessee. They set out with the goal of visiting 100 countries by 2020 and the mission was accomplished. Transparency as a travel blogger is rare, but they share their income and expenses and give you the full story about full-time travel – the good, the bad, and the ugly. Their YouTube channel is fantastic with at least one new episode released weekly and it’s easy to follow along on their adventures.

Read their list of top travel credit cards to help maximize your rewards and travel cheaper .

Nomadic Matt

Nomadic Matt is a New York Times Bestseller that has been sharing travel advice and budget travel tips for over a decade. He shares travel guides for specific destinations and overall travel advice on how to avoid scams, find the cheapest airfare, and other important travel resources.

Explore his South Africa guide for just one example of the information you can find here.

Uncornered Market

Dan and Audrey left for Europe on a sabbatical in 2001 and never returned to corporate life in the United States. They have been sharing their adventures ever since. The blog won an award for the best responsible tourism blog, so you can be sure that travel tips from them will help you find travel experiences that don’t leave a negative impact on the places you’re visiting.

Read this post about how to support local women while traveling .

Atlas and Boots

If you’re looking for beautiful travel photography, check out Atlas and Boots. This travel blog was started by a photographer and a novelist to document their travels. You will find important debates about the impacts of the tourism industry, recaps of their mountain treks, and details about some of the most beautiful corners of the planet. It’s a great place to get some backpacking inspiration.

Start with their recap of the Everest base camp trek .

Tim and Fin

Tim and Fin are living their dream life as digital nomads that manage an online Amazon business and a successful YouTube channel. Follow their motorbike trip across Vietnam or the RV travels from the southern US to Alaska to see some incredible road trips. The most recent trip they took was to Iceland to see the volcano erupting and the drone footage they captured is unbelievable. Get inspired for your trip or experience places you may never see in person.

Check out their Banff destination guide especially if you’re planning a trip to Canada.

Hand Luggage Only

This travel blog began in a dorm room in Cambridge and now these two have traveled and photographed hundreds of beautiful destinations around the world. The photos they share definitely spark some wanderlust. Explore hundreds of “best-of” lists they’ve shared from their personal experiences which makes them one of the best travel blogs. It’s so helpful when you’re planning a trip.

Check out their 14 places to visit in Portugal to get a taste of their travel photos .

Of Whiskey and Words

This travel writer, Todd, is from the cornfields of Nebraska and was excited to hit the road immediately after college. He worked on a cruise ship, lived in Australia for a while, and has spent the last seven years traveling to festivals and different destinations around the world. He shares trip planning tips and travel deals.

Add his list of must-see spots in Hawaii to your list.

Beyond the Bucketlist

Geena and Evan set off on a round-the-world adventure. The pandemic brought them back to the United States after slow traveling in Asia, but they were able to customize a van and continue their incredible adventures. With a focus on budget and adventure travel, you’ll find so much inspiration and ideas for your next trip. You’ll get a great mix of backpacker tales and van life realities while finding incredible spots off the beaten path to add to your adventure list.

Check out their helpful tips for a trip to India .

Dan Flying Solo

Blogging about his adventures around the world and now his life in Portugal, Dan’s website is a great follow to find your next adventure. He does a tiny bit of luxury travel but mixes it in with camping trips for a wide range of experiences. You’ll get a great collection of stories from this globetrotter.

Dream about chartering a yacht with his collection of the best places to cruise .

The Poor Traveler

The word “poor” in their title refers to little money and little luck. These two bloggers share their mistakes while traveling to help you avoid those same situations. It’s one of the best budget travel blogs you can find and has a ton of content about Asia and the countries they’ve visited there as well as their home country, the Philippines.

Check out their budget guide to Tokyo, Japan .

Legal Nomads

Jodi left her legal job to travel to Siberia in 2008 and has been sharing travel stories ever since. Her lifestyle blog covers topics outside of travel as well, so you feel like you really get to know her when reading her articles. You’ll get lots of foodie information too especially if you’re searching for gluten-free options around the world. Her work has been featured in Lonely Planet, BBC Travel, and New York Times to name just a few.

As a native Canadian, she has a great guide to her hometown of Montreal .

Along Dusty Roads

Following a travel photographer is the perfect way to get excited about seeing more of the world. Along Dusty Roads has some incredible photography from the slow travels they take. The places they visit might be a bit of your comfort zone but they give you some incredible ideas of places to visit. Follow along to enjoy their beautiful adventures.

See their beautiful photographs from the Patagonia area of Chile .

Wandering Earl

Derek (his middle name is Earl) has visited 188 countries! There is no shortage of inspiration on the travel blog if you’re starting with a blank slate. He even runs a small-group tour company that you can join up with on the road. With years of travel under his belt, he has great tips for packing and the best travel gear.

He is currently doing some traveling in the United States and you can see his recent Las Vegas and Grand Canyon post here .

Silly Little Kiwi

Tara has spent the last decade of her life traveling the world, first as a solo female traveler and now with the man she fell in love with in Laos. She has backpacked around Europe, spent time living in New Zealand, and has explored many different corners of the world. You’ll find great information on sustainable brands, tours that support locals, and other great responsible travel tips.

Here is her guide to London and the best things to do there .

Roads and Kingdoms

Roads and Kingdoms is a travel site that features work for multiple travel writers and creators. They even did work with Anthony Bourdain on his Emmy-winning TV show. They have incredibly detailed city guides available for multiple locations and fascinating stories about people from all over the world.

Dive into this fascinating story about this Cambodian architect for just a glimpse into the wonderful travel writing on this site.

This family of four has been traveling for the last two decades. They’ve got a huge social media following and have even been invited to the White House for a travel summit as one of the top travel influencers. This website is full of advice for traveling with kids and family. You can listen to their podcast as well for even deeper conversations about family travel.

Get a kid’s viewpoint of California’s Disneyland with this post by their 11 year old daughter.

BucketListly Blog

Pete is a travel blogger based in Thailand. His blog features a ton of great tips and information about Thailand, New Zealand, and tons more. He has visited over 60 countries as a solo traveler and shares his perspective on travel with a third-world passport which can make some countries trickier to visit. He is also a freelance designer, which is obvious with the beautiful look of his website.

Get his 10-day Bangkok, Thailand itinerary here .

This couple claims to be on the world’s longest honeymoon and with over 3000 days and counting, they probably have the title. Along with their website, the couple has also written a book for National Geographic about the Ultimate Journeys for Two. They have recently been on a mission to become experts in the Glamping world and have been traveling around with their vintage camper. With coffee table books and gorgeous destination guides on the website, they have a ton of information to share with any traveler.

See their incredible adventure in Antartica which was their 7th continent visited (plus there are penguins.)

5 Lost Together

This Canadian family of five shares their expat life on their website with tips about traveling with kids of different ages and how to plan long-term travel. You can also read the stories of other traveling families in their series about how to travel more as a family.

Start with their A-Z Guide to traveling to India with your kids .

The Broke Backpacker

This website is run by a team of budget travelers that have successfully crossed the globe for as little as $10 per day. If you are looking for information on backpacking travels, look no further. The website covers gear, travel jobs you can do, and tours you can join. If you have any questions on hostels, cheap transportation, or insurance, you’ll find it all here.

Here is their full post about Hostel Life 101 to help answer your questions .

Gone With the Wynns

Have you ever dreamed about living on a sailboat? Follow along with Nikki and Jason as they float around the world on their catamaran. They purchased a boat and learned to sail just a few years ago and now they find themselves making the treacherous journey to New Zealand from the beautiful Cook Islands. You can learn more about the sailor’s life as they fill you in on the lingo and show you all about the ups and downs of their remote life. And if you’ve ever thought about getting a boat, they share it all and would be an incredible resource.

Watch their video and see the post about living on a remote self-built island .

The Blonde Abroad

Kiersten splits her time between San Diego, California, and South Africa. She has been traveling for years and sharing beautiful destinations and inspiration lists along the way. She shares lots of great photography tips as well as bucket list experiences that will have you instantly searching for plane tickets. You’ll also get glimpses of her life outside of travel blogging as she remodels her new home in San Diego.

See her list of the 10 safest destinations for solo female travel.

Jungles in Paris

Good travel writers can transport you from your couch into foreign lands with their incredible storytelling. Jungles in Paris is a perfect example of that. The website features a collection of different mediums that cover stories from every corner of the globe. They focus on culture, wildlife, and geography to help the readers learn about new places and experience things outside their normal bubble. Reading the stories is an adventure.

Check out one of their latest stories about a shepherd living on the Canary Islands .

Jones Around the World

Dave is a travel photographer that takes photos of his adventures. He loves tropical islands and music festivals, so you’ll find a lot of great spots to escape on this blog. He has traveled to music festivals in every corner of the globe and shared some beautiful photos. See his destination guides organized by continent to find some inspiration for your next trip.

Read about his adventure flash packing in Finland in the Arctic Circle .

Travel Freak

Jeremy created Travel Freak to help others plan their travel adventures. He covers everything from the best outdoor gear to the mistakes he has made along the way. There is an entire section of the website devoted to inspiration with monthly posts about where you should travel. If you’re looking to find somewhere new that wasn’t on your radar, check out his destination ideas.

Start with his six most inspiring moments on the road .

I Am Aileen

Aileen left her life in the Philippines to become a full-time digital nomad. She shares travel tips and guides on getting visas in different countries. Aileen has won all kinds of awards for her travel writing and blogging tips for others, so it’s a great place to get information on starting your own blog.

Check out her guide to becoming a digital nomad yourself .

Two Dusty Travelers

This couple provides incredible resources for ethical travel and volunteering all over the world. Emily is a nurse and Aaron is a teacher and they do a lot of their traveling in a tent. You’ll find resources on how to see wildlife around the world in an ethical way and get good COVID-19 resources directly from a health care professional that has worked around the country.

Read the five questions you should ask yourself before volunteering abroad .

Goats on the Road

This blog started with just one couple, but they’ve grown their team over the years to include a team of writers. They provide a lot of content about how to make money while traveling with different jobs like teaching or becoming a divemaster. The destination guides provide you with information on what to do, but also all the details you need to know about visa requirements and transportation.

See all their recommendations for a trip to Greece .

Adventurous Kate

Kate is a popular blogger that writes about solo female travel and has been to 83 different countries. She has even been named one of Forbes’s most influential travelers. Follow along with her journey or get tips for your next adventure. The website features sections on each country she has written about as well as travel resources for planning and additional info on solo female travelers.

Read her post about what not to do when traveling to Croatia .

Drink Tea Travel

This is another great resource for sustainable travel and inspiring people to consider different places and experiences that have a positive impact. The couple has even purchased and renovated an old hotel in Costa Rica using the many things they learned while traveling. You can scope out their favorite countries and favorite travel experiences on their homepage.

Here is their list of the most sustainable travel destinations in the world to get you started .

Never Ending Footsteps

Lauren started traveling in hopes that it would cure her anxiety and recent heartbreak. In the nine years since she started, she has had some wild adventures and you can catch up on all of them. She also shares some incredible tips on her favorite places and shares her travel stats each month so you can keep up with everything she’s up to on the road – good and not so great.

Follow along with Lauren on one of the great walks of New Zealand, Lake Waikaremoana .

The Common Wanderer

Mark and Mim have traveled all over the world and are currently based in Budapest. They created this website with the goal of helping those who are curious and adventurous plan their next travel adventure. They are extremely passionate about reducing over-tourism and pollution that is rapidly becoming an issue in so many places.

Learn more about carbon offsetting your next flight with their guide.

Be My Travel Muse

Kristin is a California girl who studied abroad in Taiwan and couldn’t get the travel bug out of her mind. She bought a one-way ticket to Bangkok and has been traveling ever since. She offers tips for solo female travel and breaks down destinations for anyone looking to plan an adventure. She has experienced some incredible travel moments all over the world.

See her list of the best Mayan ruins in Mexico that you can visit .

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Matt is the expert vagabond. He set off with his backpack ten years ago and has been exploring some lesser-known corners of the planet since then. Sharing the adventures he has and the things he learned, his blog is a favorite for many. Plus, he has some incredible photography tips on his website that could teach us all a thing or two.

Get a full recap of his road trip on Iceland’s famous ring road here .

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Check out her tips for going on an African safari on any budget .

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Best of the Best Travel Blogs: My Top 10 Favorites

Do you ever spend late nights staring into the bright glow of a computer screen, searching for inspiration through the adventures of other travelers? I do. Quite frequently actually.

I’m obsessed with travel blogs that excite me and it’s keeping me up past my bedtime.

No, I’m not talking about ogling over Instagram models stretched out under waterfalls or watching giggly tourists with selfie sticks riding elephants – that’s not what I’m searching for.

I’m looking for heartfelt writing, meaningful adventures, awe-inspiring photography, authentic experiences, and above all else,  honesty about travel .  These  are the things that make me want to see the world.  This  is why I  started a travel blog  of my own.

The good news is that I’ve found a few bloggers who do all those things and do them  really  well. That’s what this post is all about.

Let me share with you my favorite travel blogs that I’ve come across. Each blogger is quite different than the next, but they are  all  capable of keeping you up late into the night, fascinated by the pictures they paint and the lives they lead.

#1 –   Wandering Earl

Origin : 🇺🇸 U.S.A. Great for : Down to earth travelers and storytellers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Wandering Derek Earl Baron has travel in his blood. He’s been on the move constantly since 1999, with no signs of slowing down. In fact, he wrote a blog post in 2012  asking his followers for advice on a potential ‘home base’ and, well, it’s 2024 and the guy still hasn’t decided yet.

Earl’s blog is clean and inviting, which brings its genuine content to the forefront. He offers spot-on insight into the highs  and  lows of his life of constant travel, a refreshing perspective that’s all too often missing from mainstream sites. While his humble approach to blogging hasn’t vaulted him into social media fame, I don’t think he ever craved the spotlight in the first place.

His honest and focused posts push all of us to hold ourselves accountable and become better travelers, and that’s why I think he’s the best overall travel blogger.

Posts I Dig from Wandering Earl:

• A Rant About Travel, Awareness and Social Media
• Please Don’t Be Afraid to Travel on Your Own
• I’m Confused About Life Just Like Everyone Else

#2 –   Nomad Revelations

Origin : 🇵🇹 Portugal Great for : Desert wanderers and cultural connoisseurs Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

João Leitão’s destiny is to wander the Earth, and his free-spirited blog reflects just that. He flows seamlessly throughout the world, entrenching himself in any and all cultures that he encounters. He, like Wandering Earl, has been traveling since 1999 and has visited over 100 countries. He’s got some serious mileage.

What intrigues me is that João’s favorite destinations – places like Mali, Nicaragua, and Uzbekistan – are almost always ‘the roads less traveled.’ Wherever he goes, João sheds light on rich cultures that most travelers wouldn’t think twice about passing over.

When I read Nomad Revelations, I feel that João wants the reader to see the world from an ever-evolving perspective and break down their mental travel barriers. The depth of content he’s built up over 20 years is nothing short of incredible.

Posts I Dig from Nomad Revelations:

• Moped in Sahara Desert – Moroccan Motorcycle Adventure
• The Tatuyo – Incredible Life of a Surviving Amazon Brazilian Tribe
• Visit Half Moon Island – Forsaken Humid Antarctica

#3 –   Expert Vagabond

Origin : 🇺🇸 U.S.A. Great for : Thrill-seekers and photographers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Matt Karsten was an underpaid photographer in 2010, working gigs at used car dealerships and nightclubs. Now, he’s among the most successful travel bloggers in the world. How did he make that happen?

It helps that he’s a world-class photographer who seeks out extreme and obscure adventures – the types of trips most travelers shy away from. Whether he’s  exploring the notorious Darien Gap  or  trekking deep into the mountains of Afghanistan , Matt constantly puts himself in heart-pounding situations and challenges his readers to do the same.

Posts I Dig from Expert Vagabond:

• Trekking The Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland
• My 30 Best Travel Tips After 8 Years Traveling the World
• Hitchhiking Across America: One Ride at a Time

#4 –  The Broke Backpacker

Origin : 🇬🇧 U.K. Great for : Budget travelers and risk-takers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Will Hatton is a man on a mission. Three years ago, he was nearly out of money and his blog wasn’t taking off. He saw his dream disintegrating, so he decided to double down and go for broke. (It worked.) Will now runs two incredibly productive websites, offers tours of Pakistan, thrives in the cryptocurrency trade, and just purchased land to build a hostel in Bali.

The content on The Broke Backpacker is witty, informative, and unapologetic. Will isn’t afraid to dive head first into touchy subjects. Sex,  drugs , (and more  drugs ) – to Will, it’s all fair game. He inspires his readers through hilarious and motivating blog posts, and lays his failures and triumphs out for the world to learn from. He’s honest, provocative, and never quits, and that’s why he’s one of the best travel bloggers around.

Posts I Dig from The Broke Backpacker:

• 72 Lessons from 9 Years Traveling
• Why Every Backpacker Should Travel With a Tent
• 10 Reasons You Should Travel to Pakistan

#5 –  Nomadic Matt

Origin : 🇺🇸 United States Great for : City dwellers and beginner bloggers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Nomadic Matt Kepnis is a travel blogging powerhouse. His resource-heavy website exists to help  any  style of traveler from  any  walk of life. He was one of the first in the business to make it big, but success hasn’t slowed him down. He remains engaged and enthusiastic with his many thousands of readers, which is what helped him succeed in the first place.

Matt wants other bloggers to flourish, and you can see it in his writing. He recognizes and embraces the fact that he’s a leader in the travel blogging community, and shares the limelight. His site is abundant with high-quality posts from other talented bloggers from around the world. Reasons like these are why I’ve come to rely on his blog as a tremendously relevant and useful resource for me as I follow my own path.

Want to learn from the best? Enroll in Nomadic Matt’s  Superstar Blogging Course .

Posts I Dig from Nomadic Matt:

• The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When You Have No Money
• 12 Things Not to Do When You Travel
• How to Start a Travel Blog

#6 –  Atlas and Boots

Origin : 🇬🇧 U.K. Great for : Outdoor enthusiasts and environmental activists Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Peter Watson and Kia Abdullah are a travel blogging power couple. Whether they’re trekking  Africa’s Grand Canyon  or exploring  abandoned diamond-mining towns,  they constantly find themselves in eye-opening destinations. The two work well together, and it shows through their swath of impressive content.

Kia is a professional author and Peter is an avid backpacker with an impressive resume in photography and filmmaking. Their talent shines through in every post, and their top-notch content never slows down, with two new posts hitting the site every week. Atlas and Boots celebrates Earth and raises important questions about its future, all within the same breath.

Posts I Dig from Atlas and Boots:

• The Most Extreme Places on Earth
• Call of the Wild: Disconnecting from Daily Life
• Polar Bear Death: Has Extinction Tourism Gone Too Far?

#7 –  Fearful Adventurer

Origin : 🇺🇸 United States Great for : Writers and anxious travelers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Fearful Adventurer isn’t your typical travel blog. Torre DeRoche’s goal isn’t to deliver cliché travel tips, packing guides, or scenic photography. She wants to let the world know that it’s okay to crash and burn once in a while and that fear and failure are an essential part of life (especially for her).

Torre is a brilliant writer – the best on this list. Her shamelessly self-deprecating style and honest introspection put the reader on an emotional and often hilarious journey. It’s perfectly normal to well up with tears during one paragraph and break out in laughter at the next. I don’t visit Fearful Adventurer to plan my next trip, I go there for the gripping and unfiltered over-sharing.

Posts I Dig from Fearful Adventurer:

• A Woman Who Walks Alone
• Why the Internet is Making Us All F*@#ing Insane
• The Importance of Traveling Alone

#8 –  Journey Era

Origin : 🇬🇧 Australia Great for : Go-getters and ocean enthusiasts Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Jackson Groves is a travel blogging machine. In two-and-a-half year’s time, Journey Era has racked up over 600 blog posts – all while Jackson is constantly hiking, diving, and surfing some of the world’s most tropical and scenic destinations.  How is that even possible?!  While his writing may not be as polished as others on this list, his photography and sense of adventure are undeniably excellent.

Even with his huge vault to success, Jackson still chooses to live a simple and frugal lifestyle. He’s a six-figure adventure blogger who  still  hasn’t spent more than $12 on a night of lodging in his career. He strives to clean up the environment as well, which is a tall task that he’s willing to tackle head-on. Keep moving forward, Jackson. We’ll do our best to keep up.

Posts I Dig from Journey Era:

• Adventure Bag Movement
• 50 Epic Photos of East Java to Inspire Your Adventure
• It’s Been Two Years as a Travel Blogger

#9 –  Goats on the Road

Origin : 🇨🇦 Canada Great for : Couples who travel and SEO strategists Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Meet Nick and Dariece, Canada’s most well-known travel blogging duo. Not only are these two passionate about visiting obscure and exhilarating destinations — think Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Mozambique — they seem to get equally as excited about the business side of running a successful travel blog.

They’ve written loads of helpful posts about web hosting, SEO, and affiliate marketing — all the technical stuff aspiring travel bloggers often overlook. Their posts are also incredibly detailed – Nick and Dariece leave no stone unturned in their quest to show the travelverse exactly how it’s done.

Posts I Dig from Goats on the Road:

• A Guide to Independent Trekking in Mongolia
• 10 Expert Tips to Become A (Successful) Travel Blogger
• What We’ve Learned and Accomplished from 10 Years on the Road

#10 –  Don’t Stop Living

Origin : 🇬🇧 Northern Ireland Great for : Wild spirits and wayward souls Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

And then there is Jonny Blair, the wild card of the bunch. Born and raised in Northern Ireland, Jonny knows what it’s like to live a chaotic and unpredictable life, and you can feel it in his writing. He seems to live every day by the seat of his pants and has the uncanny ability to take us all along for the ride. His and my lifestyles don’t really match up, but I have to admit that reading about his wild and reckless adventures is seriously entertaining.

But, it’s not all fun and games for Jonny – he’s battled mightily with depression and stopped work on the blog multiple times. When you dive beneath the wild adventures, Jonny seems to be an incredibly complex and genuine person who is unafraid to share his struggles with the world. It makes me think that maybe the title of his blog is a simple reminder to himself and those who share his kind of pain.

Posts I Dig from Don’t Stop Living:

• The Day I… Met My Ex-Girlfriend In Antarctica
• 5 Craziest Travel Moments from My First 100 Countries
• Backpacking in Transnistria: Top 12 Sights in Tiraspol

There you have it: the 10 best travel blogs I’ve yet to come across. Together, these adventurous few challenge  millions  of travelers worldwide to explore further and lead lives beyond their borders. To travel is to see the world through a different set of eyes – a privilege that these wanderers don’t take for granted.

I encourage you to browse these captivating blogs and explore their stockpiles of accessible and  free  resources. You’ll find that travel blogging is more than just a pretty set of online postcards. Travel is deep and formative, and these bloggers are living proof.

Maybe some night soon, you’ll find yourself staring intensely into your computer as you absorb their exceptional stories, and the hours melt away. Maybe these are the pioneers who will inspire you to blaze a trail or two of your own.

Hell, it worked for me.

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The Best Travel Blogs in 2023 (To Inspire You)

Finding the best travel blogs online can be a challenge. I know, I have read a whole bunch of them!

That’s why this post is a roundup of some of the top travel blogs on the web. Blogs I read throughout the year for inspiration (and frustration that I am not traveling at the moment).

From solo travel, foodie travel to family travel, there is something in here for everyone! And you will certainly get some great information and inspirational travel quotes on these blogs!

Solo Travel Blogs

Adventurous kate.

Topic: Travel Blog

Blog Owner:  Kate McCulley

With over 67 countries under her belt, Kate is one adventurous female traveler! And she certainly has one of the top travel blogs on the web.

She originally left her job with the intention of traveling for 6 months, and 6 years later she can explore the world for a living! So, if this is your dream job, she might be someone to follow.

She is also a big advocate of solo female travelers and trying to dispel the myths that women can’t travel alone. Go Kate!

Nomadic Matt

Blog Owner:  Matthew Kepnes

If you search for almost anything related to travel online, you will trip over the Nomadic Matt blog. So, of course he has to be mentioned here, he has one of the best travel blogs around!

Matt has a very similar backstory to most travellers. Backpacking in Asia, not wanting to go back to work. A long life on the road since that faithful day back in July 2006.

Matt’s site is epic. And full of so many travel tips, resources, guides and tips that it will take you a year to get through it all. 

It’s a must read for any upcoming trip you have planned!

A Backpacker’s Tale

Topic:  Backpacking Travel

Blog Owner:  Stephen Schreck

Another longer term traveler, Stephen has been on the go for over 3 years.

He first discovered his passion for travel while at college on a trip to Ireland, and decided to make it his life.

He loves traveling the world, so if that is your dream, check him out. 

Oh, and one last thing, he is currently taking over (Dec 2016) a tour in New Zealand, so if you want to go on the road with him, now is your chance!

The Blonde Abroad

Topic:  Solo Travel

Blog Owner:  Kiersten

Ditching her job in corporate finance, Kiersten’s goal on her travel blog is: “to inspire you to live a life you love and settle for nothing less than extraordinary.”

She has certainly been to see the world, visiting over 50 countries, volunteering and is now consulting on the side.

If solo female travel is something your aspire to, then Kiersten is someone you should be following!

Wandering Earl

Topic:  Independent Travel

Blog Owner:  Derek (middle name Earl)

This is one of those travel blogs where the guy has been traveling forever – since December 1999 to be exact. That was when he landed in Thailand with the intention of staying for 3 months. Sound familiar?

With over 16 years travel experience, Derek has been through it all: learning Spanish in Mexico to working as a Tour Manager on board cruise ships, acting in a Bollywood television show, a three-day kidnapping in Bangladesh and teaching English in Asia. To name a few.

He also runs his own tour company, and with the experience he has, I am sure it will be a tour to remember!

So, if you want to learn and experience what a pro-traveler is all about, check out Derek’s blog for some great travel tips.

Alex in Wanderland

Topic:  Independent Travel

Blog Owner:  Alexandra Baackes

Traveling and working on the road since 2011, Alex has been around the globe and back.

Originally a New Yorker, she now makes a living while on the road and has been to more countries than I can count on my hands (and feet).

As you can tell from her blog, she has a talent for design (and photography ) and seems to spend a lot of time in the water – scuba diving!

She is worth following, especially if you want to combine travel and photography, which is something most travel bloggers should do well.

Blog Owner: Clint

I think has the record in this list, with over 100 countries visited!

Although, unlike most here he also works or was a student while doing it.

His obsession is travel hacking, so finding you the best way to travel (fly, accommodation etc) without paying full price. If that sounds like a good plan to you (does to me!) then put his blog on your to-read list right now!

So, if you want a different take on travel, start reading her blog today!

Be My Travel Muse

Blog Owner: Kristin Addis

Kristin has a different take on travel to most – go where others don’t go and travel how others don’t travel.

She has been on the road since late 2012 and has immersed herself in local cultures and experiences like almost no one else.

Just to give you an example of how she rolls, in her own words she has: 

hitchhiked solo across China, climbed some of the tallest mountains in the world, done some of the deepest SCUBA dives, did a 35-day safari in Africa, spent two months hiking in Patagonia, and even became a Buddhist nun for 10 days.

Johnny Vagabond

Topic:  Solo Travel 

Blog Owner: Wes Nations

Wes is someone who loves to travel “low and slow” as he calls it. Using local transportation and taking the time to get to know the culture.

He is a low-budget traveler who is worth following as his budget has taught him how to get around, stay traveling and live an amazing lifestyle without a huge amount of cash.

A bit later to the travel life than most, Wes is not looking back now, and neither should you!

I Am Aileen

Blog Owner: Aileen Adalid

Aileen is an adventurous Filipino lass who left home at the age of 21 and never looked back!

Currently freezing her butt off in New York, Aileen will help motivate travelers all around the world to pack their backs and just “get going”!

For your next travel inspiration go check out her site!

Brendan’s Adventures

Topic:  Solo Travel & Photography

Blog Owner: Brendan van Son

Brendan is a traveler who combines great photography with what he does!

If you want to learn from one of the best, someone who teaches photography, travels and has been featured across the web (Guardian, BBC, National Geographic) this is a blog for you.

Highlights: 5 years, 6 continents, 80 countries and something off the beaten path: a solo scooter trip down the west coast of Africa!

Keep Calm And Travel

Blog Owner: Clelia Mattana

Clelia is a Sardian-born lass who came to travel later in life than most but has made up for it in a big way.

Her big life adventures and escape from the run of the mill will inspire anyone.

Although there is a focus on Sardinia and Asia on her site, you will find lots of hidden gems if you keep digging!

Food Travel Blogs

Migrationology.

Topic: Food Travel Blog

Blog Owner:  Mark Wiens

Mark is a self-proclaimed travel-eater. He is all about seeing travel from the food side of things.

He is currently located in Thailand with his wife, and still blogging consistently. But, before he settled down, he not only lived all over the place as a kid, but also after finishing college.

If you are into travel and food (and discovering the culture of a place through it’s food) then this is the blog for you.

Legal Nomads

Blog Owner:  Jodi Ettenberg

Jodi is another traveler who combines her love of travel with food. For her, it started out of necessity – because she is a celiac. But she soon found herself picking her next destination because of the food.

She has also been a long-time traveler, and her blog has now become a great resource for all things travel, food, with a focus also on photography and great travel stories.

Certainly not your run-of-the-mill travel blog and definitely one to check out.

Will Fly For Food

Blog Owners:   JB & Renee

I think the name of their blog sums it all up, but in their own words, this is : “a travel blog for the gastronomically inclined”.

These travel bloggers are drive to travel, but food is the priority. So it that is what gets you out of bed in the morning, their blog will be bookmarked in a flash.

They also have a great resource on their about page – the National Dish Quest , a list of foods that you have to eat in each country, which are ticked off as they complete the task!

Family Travel Blogs

The traveling canucks.

Topic:  Family Travel

Blog Owners: Nicole and Cameron Wears

Traveling as a family, especially with new-borns, is a big challenge. And these two travel bloggers seem to have it all sorted!

Of course, with over 10 years of travel experience, and 65 countries behind them, I am sure that makes it a little easier.

Their aim is to share their travel stories and inspire others to travel.

Tips For Family Trips

Blog Owners: Allison and Katie

Another great resource for those wanting to take their kids on their travels, Tips for Family Trips will fill your to-do list in no time!

These travel bloggers understand the challenges families face on the road and have also “been there and done it”. Something not all advice-givers in the industry can say.

Go check out their blog and see what you think.

Travel With Bender

Blog Owners: Erin & Josh Bender

Two Aussies on the go with their kids since 2012, Erin and Josh run a great blog.

I like to use people’s own descriptions of their blogs when possible, and this is what these guys have to say about their blog’s purpose: “a unique and invaluable travel resource to parents, couples and singles alike”.

So, not 100% family focused, but traveling with their kids certainly has given them knowledge worth sharing!

More Blogs to Add?

Sure, there are thousands of them. And this is not a list of all of them, or all the best ones. It’s just a list of blogs that I think are worth checking out.

So, if you think I have left a gem off the list, don’t be shy, just let me know!

About the Author Roger Timbrook

Roger is a little obsessed with travel. He has been to over 40 countries, broken 3 suitcases and owned over 10 backpacks in 12 months. What he doesn't know about travel, ain't worth knowing!

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Top Travel Blogs to Follow in 2024 – An Extensive List Covering all Categories

Last Updated: December 6, 2020

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Just Before We Go into the List, Know How We’ve Sorted this List!

A variety of indicators are usually used to create a list like this. Nevertheless, we haven’t used any such metrics to compile this list as we believe that top ranking doesn’t alone determine the quality of a travel blog. Barring all aspects, we love to travel and enjoy checking out all travel blogs, from the most loved and established to the up and coming. So, here we’ve ditched all algorithmic norms/measures and instead adopted a personal approach to sort this list which chiefly focuses on the quality of blogs and how much informative or engaging its posts, images, videos, etc are.

Top Travel Blogs to Follow in 2024

To make it more convenient, we’ve broken this list down as per the various categories of travel bloggers. This covers All-Rounders, Adventure Bloggers, Couploggers, Family Bloggers, Solo Female Bloggers, Food Bloggers, Luxury Travel Bloggers, and Business Travel Blogs.

All-Rounders:

Yes, they have it all which you’re looking for in your exciting travel experience!!

1.Expert Vagabond: Matthew Karsten, the American photographer with a degree in business finance, is the man behind this amazing travel blog.

• Website: https://expertvagabond.com/
• What makes it worth reading? It’s worth checking out for its mix of captivating photographs, super adventurous travel stories, narrative texts, and genuine tips based on Matt’s personal travel experiences.

2. Nomadic Matt: This chronicles the travel experiences and adventures of Matthew Kepnes who is also the author of the best-sellers, such as ‘How to Travel the World on $50 a Day: Travel Cheaper, Longer, Smarter’, ‘Nomadic Matt’s Guide to Backpacking Europe’ and ‘Ten Years a Nomad: A Traveler’s Journey Home’.

• Website: https://www.nomadicmatt.com/
• What makes it worth reading? From budget travel tips and gift guides to authentic destination guides, this travel blog has all.

3. Notes from the Road: This travel journal and blog is run by the American travel writer, Erik Gauger.

• Website: https://www.notesfromtheroad.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Erik’s precise, easy to read writing style plus awesome landscape pictures allow you to experience some of the world’s hidden natural treasures.

4. Wandering Earl: It’s the travel blog of Derek Earl Baron who has been traveling around the world since 1999.

• Website: https://www.wanderingearl.com/
• What makes it worth reading? In a span of two decades, Derek has traveled to over 100 countries across six countries and his website is a great compilation of amazing destinations, thrilling experiences, unique tours, and useful travel resources.

Adventure Travel Blogs

5. Extreme Nomads: Grace and Jim are the duos behind Extreme Nomads.

• Website: https://extremenomads.life/
• What makes it worth reading? Jim’s rich expertise in visual arts and Grace’s writing skills, combined with their shared passion for extreme travel and adventure experiences, make this travel blog a definite favorite of adventurists and thrill-seekers.

6. Nomad Revelations: This inspiring travel blog has been created by João Leitão.

• Website: https://www.joaoleitao.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Traveling for two decades, João Leitão is from Lisbon, Portugal and has been to over 130 countries, covering all continents. In fact, his posts are all about adventure and this alternatively gave out some amazing practical survival tips for your offbeat travel.

7. Off the Path: This adventure travel blog is founded by Sebastian Canaves and it reflects his exhilarating travel experiences across the world.

• Website: https://www.off-the-path.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Half-German and half-Spanish, Sebastian has called almost 10 countries his home and has been to around 100 countries. Not to mention, you can expect to read some refreshing posts on adventure travel and tips in this travel blog.

Couple Travel Blogs

8. The PlanetD: Together for over 20 years, Dave and Deb started this travel blog to share their super exciting travel experiences.

• Website: https://theplanetd.com/
• What makes it worth reading? The duo has traveled to more than 100 countries across seven countries. With some mindblowing posts on their travel adventure, their travel blog well lives up to their motto, ‘Adventure is for Everyone.’

9. Ordinary Traveler: This is an award-winning travel blog by the enthusiastic couple: Christy Woodrow and Scott Calafiore.

• Website: https://ordinarytraveler.com/
• What makes it worth reading? With some awe-inspiring stories, this travel blog well depicts the duo’s love and passion for travel, adventure, photography and luxury experiences.

10. Getting Stamped: Getting Stamped is where Hannah and Adam share their thrilling experiences of visiting about 80 countries on six continents.

• Website: https://www.gettingstamped.com/
• What makes it worth reading? It has plenty of awe-inspiring travel tales, tips, images, videos, and informative destination guides – all of which are sure to awaken the wanderlust in you.

Solo Female Travel Blogs

11. Be My Travel Muse: This travel blog by Kristin will motivate you to push the envelope.

• Website: https://www.bemytravelmuse.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Inspiring stories, enhanced by stunning images and easy-going writing style, are what we found great about this travel blog.

12. Journeywoman: This travel blog was founded by Evelyn Hannon back in the 1990s. Although Evelyn is no more, it still remains one of the premier resources for women who love travel.

• Website: http://journeywoman.com/
• What makes it worth reading? This info-enriched blog has everything in order to inspire a female traveler to pack her bags.

13. Adventurous Kate: This immensely popular blog is owned by Kate.

• Website: https://www.adventurouskate.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Refreshing write-ups backed by cool images make it one of the ultimate resources for women looking for solo adventure travel.

Family Travel Blog

14. YTravel Blog: Craig and Caz Makepeace believe that life is about creating memories than acquiring possessions. And this greatly reflects in their travel blog, as they travel to different parts of the world, along with their two gorgeous daughters: Kalyra and Savannah.

• Website: https://www.ytravelblog.com/
• What makes it worth reading? As they share their thrilling experiences of traveling around the world, this is definite to urge you to get out with your family and experience the thrill of exploring new places in the company of your dear ones.

15. Wandering Wagars: This is where you can follow the exciting journeys of Kevin Wagar and Christina Wagar who travel around the world with their adorable little ones: C Wagar and D Wagar.

• Website: https://wanderingwagars.com/
• What makes it worth reading? It offers a wealth of tips and information which further proves that traveling with family and kids isn’t difficult but absolutely exciting.  

16. Let’s Travel Family: It’s all about Jill Greising-Murschel and her husband, Tony Greising-Murschel, wherein they share some intriguing posts as they travel and world school their four wonderful kids along the way.

• Website: https://www.letstravelfamily.com/
• What makes it worth reading? They mainly focus on destinations across the US. And the specialty is that they travel in an RV which is their current home.

Food Travel Blogs

17. Legal Nomads: The attorney-turned-travel-blogger, Jodi Ettenberg, runs this intriguing food blog.

• Website: https://www.legalnomads.com/
• What makes it worth reading? This website is beyond recording the author’s travel and culinary experiences. Being a celiac, Jodi places emphasis on what to eat and not during travel. There is even an exclusive section highlighting Gluten Free Travel.

18. Migrationology: This travel blog owned by Mark Weins allows you to glance into the exciting gastronomic scenes from around the world.

• Website: https://migrationology.com/
• What makes it worth reading? It’s an ultimate resource for foodies to get some great food-related tips and suggestions. If this isn’t enough, you can also check out Mark’s massively popular YouTube channel where he has posted over a thousand videos of his culinary experiences across the world, from Korea and Thailand to Romania, Peru, and UAE.  

19. Fresh Off the Grid: Created by Megan McDuffie and Michael Van Vliet, it’s an amazing website for the lovers of camping and great food.

• Website: https://www.freshoffthegrid.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Have a look at this blog and you’ll realize that you don’t have to pre-cook when you set out for your camping adventure. And the best part is that it covers some amazing recipes which are both tasty and easy to prepare.

Luxury Travel Blogs

20. The Cultureur: This award-winning blog is the creation of Nyssa P Chopra.

• Website: https://thecultureur.com/
• What makes it worth reading? Travel well, eat well, and live well! And this website which focuses on luxury travel well lives by this unique mantra.

21. Luxury Columnist: Suze and Paul are the duos behind this luxury travel blog.

• Website: https://luxurycolumnist.com/
• What makes it worth reading? This is a reliable source to know what’s currently trending on the luxury travel world. They have traveled to close to 50 countries and their topics range from glamorous dining venues to hidden gems in destinations like London, Rome, etc.

22. Luxe Adventure Traveler: This is curated and run by the adventure couple: Jennifer and Tim.

• Website: https://luxeadventuretraveler.com/
• What makes it worth reading? This blog is a treat for people who love to splurge and are aficionados of heart-racing activities and superb accommodations complete with premium experiences.

Business Travel Blogs:

What we’ve covered in this section are media websites that ideal for business executives or entrepreneurs.

23. Business Travel News: This website is from BTN Group which also maintains other leading business travel platforms such as The Beat and Travel Procurement.

• Website: https://www.businesstravelnews.com
• What makes it worth reading? This is a reliable platform that travel professionals can count on for top quality travel-related information and news.

24. Eye for Travel: This is a dedicated travel community founded by Tim Gunstone in 1997.

• Website: https://www.eyefortravel.com/
• What makes it worth reading? It’s a great platform for travel experts to find the right travel information, remain updated about the recent travel trends, and mostly, share their innovative ideas.

25. Skift: This is the brainchild of Rafat Ali and Jason Clampet.

• Website: https://skift.com/about/
• What makes it worth reading? It encompasses everything related to the travel world, from the latest news and conferences to research information.

While the above is by no means the ultimate list of top travel blogs to follow in 2024, we’re sure that this will give you some inspiration to get started with your travel adventure in the New Year.

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15 Blogs Every Travel Addict Should Read

06/12/2022 by Kristin Addis 59 Comments

These days, there are millions upon millions of blogs. Of those, a good number are travel blogs, and new ones are constantly emerging. There’s a pretty obvious way, as I see it, to tell the really golden ones from the duds that won’t last for long.

It’s the writing, the level of authority on the subject, the conversational tone, and feeling that I’m now let into their world, how they think, and what they really like to experience when traveling. Those are the blogs I keep coming back to over and over.

In some cases, I came to meet and get to know the person writing it after already having discovered the blog, but for most, I don’t know the writer at all. Yet I search out their blogs before I even look in Google when I want travel ideas or need to be uplifted.

The following are the best blogs you should be reading if you love travel as much as I do. Both old and new, popular and up-and-coming, and drawn from a large range of niches and focuses, these are my favorites:

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Solo Travel

1. alex in wanderland.

I knew about Alex’s blog when I first started traveling and blogging, and even emailed her when I had questions about scuba diving (she spends a lot of time as an underwater videographer on Koh Tao in Thailand). However, it wasn’t until relying on her post about Elephant Falls in Da Lat, Vietnam, that I started to read her regularly, after realizing that we had a similar travel style. 

We are now friends and have even gone on trips together! Her personality shines through in both her writing and her pictures. She manages never to come off as anything but kind and lovely rather than authoritative and commanding. Her post “ Gratitude at Twenty Five ” so eloquently describes the amazing years she’s had traveling and is a great way to get to know her blog if you don’t already.

2. Fueled by Wanderlust

Focusing on locations in the USA, Caribbean, and Europe, Theresa from Fueled by Wanderlust provides detailed travel guides that are super handy for solo travelers. Although she doesn’t always travel solo, each post has plenty of tips for you if you’re heading out alone.

Since Theresa works full time as an accountant, her content is especially relatable for travel enthusiasts who balance their career with frequent trips. Her budget guides are a gold mine and post like this one about the best time to visit the US Virgin Islands are full of advice that make planning a solo trip so much easier.

3. Bacon Is Magic

Ayngelina is another one of those writers who keeps it real. Completely real. She left a stable career and boyfriend at 30 to travel solo for a year in South America. Apart from liking her because she seemed like a total badass, I gained a lot of my solo traveling courage from her words.

She’s also refreshingly honest, open, and full of love and loss that just about everyone has experienced, so I love reading her blog partially because it guided me through some of the toughest times I had at home and on the road.

4. Wandering Earl 

If you read travel blogs at all, then you’re probably familiar with Wandering Earl. His is one of the first I ever read and became hooked on after the post “ Please Don’t Be Afraid to Travel On Your Own .” I have reread that post — and sent it along to friends who are on the fence about traveling — many times over the past few years. That post truly made a big impact and was hugely important for me to read during the early days of my travel planning. He let me know this lifestyle is possible solo and showed me how easy it is to meet people on the road. For that, I’ll always be a fan.

5. Young Adventuress

Liz is one of the most down-to-earth travel bloggers out there, making her content a joy to read. Not only are her travel guides detailed and informative, but she isn’t afraid to share her unique and brutally honest opinion. As a solo female traveler, I find this helpful and insightful.

Young Adventuress includes a plethora of outdoorsy locations, trekking guides, and more, while also having a neat balance of luxury travel recommendations as well. Her storytelling style really draws the reader in, and her sense of humor comes through perfectly in her writing. If you want a good laugh and a reminder of the ever-so human side of traveling, definitely give her a read.

Budget Travel

6. expert vagabond.

Simply put, Matt does cool stuff, and he goes to really cool places. As far as those who travel off the beaten path in a genuine way, I look to Matt for new ideas for destinations and for his awesome photos. He’s adventurous and outdoorsy, and I was delighted to get the chance to hang out and  accidentally rock climb  with him when we happened to be in Thailand at the same time.

A few months ago, he surprised me again with the post “ My Caveman Experience: Squatting with Gypsies in Spain .” He tends to shine light on the things society is scared of or doesn’t know as much about, and that’s why I keep reading, because I know he’ll make an awesome discovery and illustrate it with really well-captured photos.

7. Nomadic Matt

Nomadic Matt’s blog seems natural for me to mention here, particularly because I am now a regular monthly columnist on his site, but his is actually the first travel blog I read. When I first started researching long-term travel online, Matt’s was the first one that opened my eyes to the possibility of doing this as a lifestyle. I had no idea before reading articles like “ The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When You Have No Money ” that I could do it, too.

That’s why it’s such a pleasure to be more involved with his site now, but I genuinely would recommend consistently checking Matt’s site regardless of that. He’s unquestionably the expert when it comes to budget travel.

Luxury Travel

8. the blonde abroad.

Truthfully, The Blonde Abroad could be categorized as a solo female travel, budget travel, or even a couples travel blog because of how much she has packed onto her site. For real though, this girl is killing it with her range, making it a great one-stop place for many different kinds of travelers.

Recently Kiki, the blog’s founder, has upped her game when it comes to luxury travel, which is why she’s in this category. From her tips for upgrading your Emirates flight to first class with points to the best eco-hotels out there , she’s got you covered for your next splurge-worthy adventure.

9. ZeebaLife

Including luxury destinations all over the world, Claudia of ZeebaLife has mastered the art of enticing her readers to visit far away lands to see the very best that these places have to offer. My favorite thing about her blog is her commitment to balancing luxury travel and sustainability, something we value here on our corner of the internet as well.

Not only is ZeebaLife all about finding the absolute best places to stay, excursions, and food in a given place, but she also provides awesome tips on traveling with a family. Sure, we could put ZeebaLife in the family travel category, but she’s definitely a luxury lifestyle queen and one of the best sources for this kind of travel.

Couples Travel

10. dots on a map.

You might recognize Dottie from her post on BMTM about Oaxaca City . She and her partner Lenza are a multi-cultural, multi-talented duo who make diverse content ranging from excellent food recommendations, to neat historical posts about specific places, like this comprehensive History of Carnitas in Mexico City .

Dottie’s brilliant writing paired with Lenza’s photography skills make for a glorious picture of the places they visit. A big bonus is that their blog includes detailed descriptions of the street art scene in different places, which is a unique take on travel and culture.

11. Atlas & Boots

Kia and Peter are outdoors travel extraordinaires, providing all the details on some amazing hiking, trekking, and backpacking destinations. Their photography skills are on point too, making for some beautiful blog posts that are sure to make any couple want to book a ticket and start exploring far away places.

For digital nomad couples, Kia and Peter have an entire section of Atlas & Boots dedicated to remote working . They’re a great example of a couple who embraces the unknowns of traveling with an open mind and willingness to cast off their daily routine for a more adventurous lifestyle.

Family Travel

12. 2traveldads.

This family travel blog is wholesome and sweet, offering a unique perspective on traveling as an LGBTQ family. Chis and Rob Taylor, the blog’s founders, focus on traveling as education for their two sons. The blog is full of travel tips for how to make trips into a memorable and educational experience for children of all ages.

As this is the first ever LGBTQ family travel blog, you’ll find loads of information about visibility while traveling, which is difficult to find. Even if you aren’t an LGBTQ family, the travel guides like this one on California are applicable for anyone with children.

13. Y Travel

When it comes to family travel blogs, Y Travel is about as well-known as it gets. For good reason, too! This nomadic family has been on the road for decades, sharing valuable insight to the places they’ve been. A huge bonus for reading their blog is that they’ve lived in 5 different countries, meaning they provide more in-depth insight into those places than a regular traveler can.

Although the Makepeace family has settled a bit since their longer trips, like their 18-month road trip around Australia , they’re still doing shorter trips and writing along the way. Not only can you follow along on their blog, but they also have a great podcast which is loaded with travel tips for families.

Miscellaneous

14. mark manson.

Mark was a location independent world traveler for over five years. While his blog does not focus on travel, per se, it focuses on ambition, self-worth, discipline, and becoming a more effective communicator, leader, and human being in general. I read almost every single blog that Mark puts out, but his 7 Strange Questions That Help You Find Your Life Purpose is a recent one that really stood out for its look at finding what makes you tick.

For a lot of people, pursuing a passion or creating a life they’re happy to live every day is the one thing they’re most afraid to do. I know, I was one of them. But reading blogs like this reminds me of why I’m doing what I’m doing and reaffirms my choices to pursue a location independent lifestyle, even if it’s not as lucrative as what I did before.

15. Zen Pencils

Zen Pencils is not a travel blog, but rather an inspirational series of comics that Gav expertly chooses and illustrates perfectly. A lot of what he chooses to illustrate could be considered controversial and it’s almost always unexpected. He chooses notable people who talk about breaking the norm, questioning the institutions that put forth ideas we often take for a given throughout our lives, and push the idea of following one’s passions.

Though so many of his are amazing, and the perfect pick-me-up when I need inspiration or a reminder that I’m still on a path to growth even if it’s not meteoric, my favorite is his illustration of  Bill Hicks: It’s just a ride .

Though there are a lot of awesome blogs out there that cover relevant things and are written by super talented bloggers, many of whom I consider friends, these are the ones in my heavy rotation at the moment. There are also a lot of lifestyle, marketing, and business blogs that I love to read, but more on those another time.

About Kristin Addis

Kristin Addis is the founder and CEO of Be My Travel Muse, a resource for female travelers all around the world since 2012. She's traveled solo to over 65 countries and has brought over 150 women on her all-female adventure tours from Botswana to the Alaskan tundra.

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12/04/2014 at 8:14 am

Great recommendations. I have heard of a lot but not the first so I’m popping over to check it out!

Kristin says

12/04/2014 at 8:24 am

They’re all great but hers is wonderful for Southeast Asia which is a place I love as well.

Ayngelina says

12/04/2014 at 8:21 am

So honoured to be on this list and excited to find a few that I hadn’t heard before. I think the true magic in blogs is when we discover we’re not alone. We can identify with the writer and feel a connection even though we’ve never met them.

Completely agree. Impersonal ones that are just facts are super helpful too if I’m doing some travel planning, but I really do like feeling a connection with the author if it’s a website I’m going to revisit frequently.

Marie @ Marie Away says

12/04/2014 at 8:28 am

Thanks for the tips! I’m always looking for new blog recommendations, and I’ve found a few here I need to check out. Cheers!

12/04/2014 at 11:34 am

No problem!

12/04/2014 at 9:34 am

Thank you for all the recommendations! I love reading about travel almost as much as I love traveling.

12/04/2014 at 11:33 am

Definitely, and many of these are not straight up travel, per se, but the mindset that accompanies it or is needed to make it happen

Caitlin says

12/04/2014 at 11:04 am

I’m a big fan of Adventurous Kate as well!

12/04/2014 at 11:55 am

Yep, when I was planning my Southeast Asia travels some of her posts helped me feel secure about going it alone.

Franca says

12/04/2014 at 12:11 pm

Great list, I know already some of these bloggers but there are few new names for me that I’ll make sure to check out 🙂

12/04/2014 at 3:53 pm

A few aren’t really travel blogs but are super inspiring and wonderful reads.

12/04/2014 at 1:06 pm

There are a lot of goodies and some new ones I haven’t heard of. I love the blogging community and the support within it – posts like these (and Comment Luv) have made me find a lot of my favourites.

12/04/2014 at 3:52 pm

I also like that when traveling the world, I know I’ll run into a friend somewhere, just because we’re all traveling all the time!

Tom @ Waegook Tom says

12/04/2014 at 5:14 pm

Thanks for including me here, I’m among great company I see! I’m not familiar with all the blogs here though, so plenty of new reading for me 🙂

12/04/2014 at 5:45 pm

For sure. Your blog always makes me laugh! By the way please bring back daily duck face 🙂

Glamourous Traveller says

12/04/2014 at 6:56 pm

Cool recommendations! I’m familiar with 1-2 of them so always good to be introduced to more. I like your mix of super adventurous travellers as well as those that choose to spend time in single locations for long periods of time (more sedate?) =)

12/05/2014 at 1:39 am

I like that too. I feel like I’m somewhere in between.

Crystal says

12/04/2014 at 9:30 pm

Kristin this post is awesome! A few I followed but now I have a great database of exceptional blogs! What a great idea for a post 🙂 Crystal

12/05/2014 at 1:35 am

Glad you enjoyed it!

Daniel McBane says

12/04/2014 at 11:37 pm

Thanks for including me here! I’m happy you managed to find some useful information among my ramblings. Perhaps some day my other two readers might find one of my posts helpful, too, but I doubt it. My parents don’t really travel that much and only ever to Germany.

Speaking of, you’re in Berlin? I was there for a year and a half and just left earlier this year. I’m shocked you didn’t mention how helpful you found my grand total of three Berlin posts, none of which are really even about the city. Yeah, I failed there, but everyone seems to write about Berlin, so I couldn’t be bothered.

Haha I’m sure you have more than two other readers! You were really the only one who had written about the places in China I was visiting (now I have too, sorry). I’m in the same boat – haven’t written about Berlin. I’m still getting to know it and formulating what I want to say. One can’t just casually talk about a place like this!

12/05/2014 at 3:53 am

Awesome picks. I’m excited to discover some new reads and was happy to see Alex right up there at the top. She’s been a favorite of mine for a couple of years now (and love her site redesign).

12/05/2014 at 4:48 am

Her site looks great!

Ligeia and Mindy says

12/05/2014 at 5:03 am

Very nice and diverse list. 🙂

12/05/2014 at 6:24 am

Good to keep the reading diverse!

12/05/2014 at 5:15 am

I’m obsessed with Mark Manson. I know a few others but these are mostly new to me! Will definitely be checking them out! Love finding new blogs 🙂

He’s so spot on. I really like his law of Fuck yes and no as well.

The Guy says

Great list and thanks for the suggestions. I’ve for a long time been familiar with Alex in Wanderland, Nomadic Matt, Daniel McBane and Wandering Earl. Most of the others are new to me and I’m excited to find out why they are on your reading list.

It is true that many bloggers come and go and the travel field is a very crowded one. Too crowded sometimes. I’ve been doing this for just over 2 years and I feel like a beginner compared to some of these fabulous writers.

12/05/2014 at 6:22 am

After two years I suppose we are both still beginners compared to these guys 🙂

12/05/2014 at 7:28 am

I’m so excited about (A) being included on this list, which is an honor, and (B) checking out some new blogs I didn’t know about before! Thanks for the intos, Kristin!

12/05/2014 at 10:49 am

For sure! You belong here!

12/05/2014 at 8:47 pm

Just a big thank you for the mention above and I’m really glad that you found that post useful! I have to re-read it myself at times so that I don’t forget how easy it is to meet people almost anywhere on the planet.

12/07/2014 at 3:22 am

I forget that too. I get scared every time I’m about to head somewhere by myself only to laugh in retrospect because just about everywhere, it’s possible to meet others.

12/06/2014 at 11:59 pm

Kristin, these are great. I’m already hopelessly engrossed in the depths of “butwaitwhy.”

Might I recommend turning the blog names into anchor text, so people can click through? I cringe when I consider what might have happened were I to have been too lazy to type “butwaitwhy.com” into my browser. I might have continued living my entire life without awareness of how great it is. ;D

Thanks for the links. I should have known better to start investigating these sites you recommend here. Where did my free time go?

12/07/2014 at 3:21 am

Glad you like Wait But Why! I didn’t link to the homepage in the blog names because in the description I linked to the specific post I recommend for each blog, but that’s not a bad idea.

Charlie says

12/07/2014 at 12:14 pm

It’s fantastic to read one of these lists and find some blogs I’d never heard of, and even better when those blogs turn out to be addictive reads! I’ve just spent the last hour reading through posts on Wait But Why, how I’m ever going to get some work done today I don’t know! Thanks for sharing these!

12/08/2014 at 2:07 am

Nice to see Alex’s blog as recommendation.. I have been following her blog from a long time…

12/08/2014 at 7:48 am

hers is one of the first ones I ever found.

Raquel Mars says

12/08/2014 at 11:28 am

Thanks a lot! I will be checking these blogs soon 🙂 I’ve been actually considering leaving my city right after graduation, see where life, my savings and my abilities take me, so I’m taking on reading as much of other people’s experiences as I can, to both be warned and be inspired about it. It’ll be extremely helpful, thanks 🙂

12/08/2014 at 1:38 pm

That’s a great idea. I read travel blogs like it was my job before I took off on my own trip!

Tawny of Captain and Clark says

12/09/2014 at 7:21 pm

Love this list! There are some of our favorites on here as well as some new ones that we’re excited to check out.

12/12/2014 at 1:46 am

Thanks Tawny! I also love your blogs and especially your videos!

Ryan Biddulph says

12/16/2014 at 7:18 am

All are winners Kristin, and I follow more than a few from this list. I love Earl’s blog, and Matt’s blog is way cool too. One secret is to follow a travel blogger who has an authentic voice. Even though I don’t run a travel blog per se, I do offer blogging tips from paradise, and i blog here and there about my tropical hot spots/homes with posts featuring where I happen to be at the time. When I blog, I blog from my heart, which means I’ll be offering my insights from a genuine, authentic space.I feel that’s what makes me stand out from the crowd.

As for the list above I’d say Earl is my fave. He offers such simple yet powerful advice, with no wasted motion. He also inspired me to be more assertive and social on the road. Even though I travel with my fiancee Kelli I did spend a month in Thailand this past year alone. She had to stick around in the States to take care of some stuff and I had to do the solo bit. Seeing his blog inspired me to do more stuff on my own, which was such a rewarding experience for me.

I tend to go into a travel cave when I do the solo bit but this time I did more stuff outside, taking selfies, chatting with folks and meeting more friends than I ever had in CM. One downside of non solo travel is that you’re automatically not as approachable, but when you do solo, people chat with you more freely. Happened to me quite a bit in Fiji this past year too, as when I walked into town in Savusavu without Kelli folks would strike up conversations with me, with like little effort.

I’d engage, we’d be invited to someone’s house for grog, and we struck up more friendships with both Fijians and other expats, or tourists, from Australia, Ireland, Finland, and from other places too. It was a hoot!

Thanks Kristin, love this list. Bookmarking a few as we speak!

12/16/2014 at 11:06 am

I agree with the merits of solo travel. Especially selfies 😉 Just kidding I don’t take many of those, but it does open you up to meeting all kinds of people and ending up in situations that simply wouldn’t happen if you were with someone else. I definitely firmly believe that. All of my craziest and most amazing stories happened because I was by myself. I see the merits of couple’s travel as well, for sure, but solo travel is definitely a gift everyone should give him or herself. I’ve been doing it for over 2 years now and it’s still my preferred method.

Alicia says

12/18/2014 at 8:56 pm

Great recommendations, i’ll definitely be checking out some of these favourites! Love the blog by the way chick! 🙂

12/19/2014 at 5:40 am

Pauline says

01/03/2015 at 10:31 pm

Thanks for the list, I have a lot of reading to do, now!

Maxine Pants says

11/27/2015 at 1:51 pm

What was your first blog post?!?!

12/22/2016 at 9:32 pm

My favorite blog on this list is definitely Wandering Earl. He keeps it real and I appreciate that.

02/14/2017 at 6:11 am

These are all great sites but they all seem to be young people. As a regular reader in his early sixties I love the young enthusiasm in yours and other blogs. My wife and I have used several of your travel tips on some of our outings. However, for us old backpackers there are many blogs to prove that you are never to old to travel. The first is a couple in their late forties who travel and work: http://www.travellifex.com/ The second blog, and one of my favourites, is a couple in their early seventies. They sold everything up in 2011 and have been house sitting and travelling around the globe since: https://alisonanddon.com/

Keep on truckin’ Kristin

02/17/2017 at 1:29 am

Thanks for this! Yes people of all ages travel. I guess I just connect with these guys more because I feel more similar to them 🙂

Adventographer says

11/05/2017 at 7:01 pm

Some great recommendations here, I knew of many of these blogs but you turned me on to a couple new ones as well! Thanks for that! Wandering Earl and Mark Manson were good finds!

11/05/2017 at 10:10 pm

wandering earl was one of the first ones I ever found. Love that one!

Adhisivan M says

10/23/2018 at 9:43 am

seriously motivating a lot. Mam, can you please give some advise to an Engineering student who is more passionate about travelling and aspiring to be a travel blogger. ?

10/24/2018 at 12:22 am

Yes I have tips here https://www.bemytravelmuse.com/how-to-start-a-travel-blog/

Simran Kaur says

11/19/2019 at 12:03 am

Great Recommendations! Will check them out… I also wanna become a great travel blogger one day. I am learning website designing and will soon make my blog. Thanks for sharing 🙂

Theresa says

06/19/2022 at 7:49 am

It’s incredible to be included on a list of so many blogs I admire! Thank you so much 🙂

06/22/2022 at 5:25 am

I really don’t get the appeal of some of these. The big names like Nomadic Matt and The Blonde Abroad are on every list, yet they just seem so,…. blah. Like it doesn’t feel like real travel. Some of these are great rec’s and found some new ones, so I’ll definitely check them out.

50 Top American Travel Bloggers who will make you eager to hit the road

Despite the stereotype – which typically casts Americans as the loud, braggadocios, stay-at-home and eat spare ribs while watching reality tv sort, we are an adventurous bunch. From breaking out and conquering the Western frontier in the days of Lewis and Clark, to journeys to the moon (if you believe in that kind of thing), to late-night divey diners with curly cheese fries; – there is no frontier we won’t explore. While it is true that our passport wielding numbers are paltry comparatively to other developed nations, and our country is large enough you could spend a lifetime just traveling the ol’ US of A, we are increasingly tackling the globe head on and spattering our experiences all over these here interwebs, as this list shows. From travel blogs showcasing that Americans can in fact be be hip and stylish (I am looking at you blonde abroad ) to traveling as green as possible to even traveling while raising your kid  – the American Travel Bloggers are are diverse tribe, venting into any niche you can think of. So without further rambling on about how we aren’t all wearing socks with sandals on tour buses (that does start to sound amazingly comfortable at 30+ though), here are the some of the top American Travel Bloggers to check out in 2017.

1. Captain and Clark

Looking for some amazing video and hosting skills to go along with that durrr traveling writing? Look no further than Captain and Clark . This dynamic duo from  shush from Tacoma  Seattle but we won’t tell are the epitome of the modern day, power traveling duo, now packing a tot in tow. Be prepared for some dope videos.

2. Tam Minton – Travels with Tam

Always wanted to travel adventurously, but have continually deferred your dreams until the kids move out? If they are about to flee the nest, let Tam Minton of Travels with Tam help with your trip planning.

A SCUBA enthusiast who calls Dallas, Texas home when she isn’t gallivanting around America and the world, her posts are filled with plenty of underwater photography in addition to shots from her other adventures.

3. Lisa Lubin – LL World Tour

Like many world travelers, Lisa Lubin first set up LL World Tour as a way to share her travels with friends and family when she left Chicago behind in 2006.

What was supposed to be a one year sabbatical from her job as a TV producer turned into three years of intense global exploration.

While Lisa still travels abroad these days, she has slowed down her travels by re-adopting Chicago as a home base. If you are looking for the best food or sights to see in Chicago, this is a travel blog you’ll want to read.

4. Beth & Randy – Beer and Beans

Hailing from San Diego, Beth & Randy of Beer and Beans have the best of both worlds as travel bloggers.

When they aren’t touring amazing destinations like Iceland or road tripping across America, they get to call one of the most livable cities in the USA home.

This pair of top American travel bloggers is also well-known for their travel photography; check out their Pinterest boards, which boast over 8 million followers collectively.

5. Sarah & Nathan – Live Dream Discover

A couple aiming to promote balanced living as a key to life fulfillment, Sarah & Nathan of Live Dream Discover publish articles on their blog designed to inspire others to seek out their vision of the ideal life.

From tempting you with pictures from amazing locales all over the world to sharing content on healthy living and motivational pieces designed to inspire you to chase your dreams, this is an excellent site to keep in your RSS feed.

6. Lillie Marshall – Around the World “L” Travel Blog

Of all the traditional careers one can have, teaching allows established professionals the greatest amount of leeway when it comes to planning extended travels.

Lillie Marshall started Around the World “L” Travel Blog in 2009 to document her one-year sabbatical from the profession, only to find she missed teaching back home in Boston.

In addition to targeting her site at teachers looking to travel, she moved into covering family travel in 2013 when her first child arrived. If you are part of either niche, reading this blog will provide you with the inspiration you need.

7. Donna & Allan Hull – My Itchy Travel Feet

While the travel blogosphere is a saturated place, there is nowhere near as much content for boomers as there is for Millennials. Donna & Allan Hull sought to change this when they started up My Itchy Travel Feet in 2008.

Introduced to the wonders of overseas trips just a few years before by Allan’s parents, Donna and her husband demonstrate to their peers the world they can discover now that their kids are out of the house.

8. A Southern Traveler

It’s easy to feel jealous of the trips that many top American travel bloggers get to go on if you consume a lot of travel media. What about the 9-5 warrior who loves their job?

A Southern Traveler knows exactly where you are coming from, as she works full-time as a marketer, with only a few weeks per year in vacation.

In addition to addressing these issues, she covers travel destinations in the American South, giving visitors an idea of what to expect from the perspective of a local.

9. Debra Schroeder – Traveling Well for Less

Ever wonder how top American travel bloggers can take to the skies so frequently without handing over a disproportionate chunk of their bank account in the process?

The answer lies in a practice known as travel hacking, a topic which Debra Schroeder covers in detail on her blog, Traveling Well for Less .

While you will find some destination content, the majority of posts deal with Air Miles credit cards, loyalty programs, and strategies to amass points and exploit loopholes to your advantage.

10. Beth Blair, Jennifer Miner, & Kara Williams – The Vacation Gals

Looking for a family travel blog with can give an accurate idea of what to see and do across the whole of America?

This can be tough for a single blogger to do, as the responsibilities of raising kids make it nearly impossible to comprehensively cover a nation this big.

The Vacation Gals attempts to solve this problem with a novel approach: by having three bloggers spread across the USA covering their own backyards.

With Beth being in Minneapolis, Jennifer in Southern California, and Kara in Colorado, these top American travel bloggers are able to produce a blog with content varied enough to make their family travel blog one of the most informative in America.

11. Sherry Ott – Ott’s World

Many of the top American travel bloggers on this list have only been around for several years. Most burn out before then, having achieved only mediocre results at best.

Sherry Ott is the notable exception to this norm, as this corporate drop out has been at it since 2008 with her iconic blog, Ott’s World .

While she had wandered the world perpetually for close to a decade, Sherry has embarked on the next chapter in her life by establishing a home base in Denver.

This doesn’t mean she is done traveling – with this move, further exploration of America and the Rockies in her backyard will be a big part of what she plans to focus on in the foreseeable future.

12. A Couple for the Road

Another travel couple who have chosen not to abandon their careers for a life of perpetual travel, the pair behind A Couple for the Road have dedicated their blog towards those looking to make the most of their free time away from work.

Calling South Florida home when they aren’t on the road, these top American travel bloggers are on the constant hunt for culture and the arts, making this site a great one to follow if you share the same interests.

13. Brett Love & Mary Gabbett – Green Global Travel

There’s nothing like travel to make you aware of the beauty and fragility of our planet. This is the message Brett Love and & Mary Gabbett have been spreading via their eco-travel blog Green Global Travel since 2010.

Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, not only do they profile the most environmentally friendly ways to travel across America and around the world, but these top American travel bloggers have also interviewed some famous people within the conservation movement (like Jane Goodall).

These two qualities make this blog a must-follow if you are even slightly interested in the environment and travel.

14. Travis Sherry – Extra Pack of Peanuts

Skeptical of your ability to afford the trips you see splashed all over the covers of the latest travel magazines? Once you let go of the idea that travel has to cost thousands of dollars per trip, a whole new world opens up to you.

This is the drum Travis Sherry of Extra Pack of Peanuts has been banging for years. On his site, you’ll find ways to earn tons of Air Miles, score cheap hotel rooms, and stay in cheap apartments in places like the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia.

15. Matt Long – Landlopers

In this round up of top American travel bloggers so far, we’ve seen representation from Millennials and Baby Boomers, but what about all the Gen X’ers out there?

Often a forgotten cohort, Matt Long of Landlopers represents his peer group admirably, giving them detailed travelogues with an emphasis on luxury.

Basing himself from Washington DC between trips, he loves spending time in his suburban home with his partner and three dogs when he isn’t out revealing the wonders of the world to his audience.

16. Kristin Addis – Be My Travel Muse

A former investment banker who ditched this demanding profession in a bid make the most of her life, Kristin Addis has come a long way from spending 12+ hour days in a stale cubicle back in Southern California.

When she hit the road in 2012, she started Be My Travel Muse at the same time, and over time, it has become a major resource for women planning solo trips.

Gaining empowerment from her example, it is a great site to check out if you are in the same position now as Kristin was five years ago.

17. Annette – Bucket List Journey

Much has been made of the so-called bucket list since the movie starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson hit theaters in 2007.

It has become something of a cliché in present times, as for most people, they are more of a list of passive wishes than a statement of intention to do life changing and affirming things.

Annette of Bucket List Journey has made it her life’s mission to embody the latter approach. On her blog, you’ll learn about all the amazing things you can do around the world to fill your days with the energy you’ve been seeking for so long.

18. Esther & Jacob – Local Adventurer

Many top American travel bloggers attempt to capture the essence of a city by spending a few days or even a week, but this is not nearly enough time to learn the secrets that only locals know about.

This is the conundrum Local Adventurer was created to solve. Started by Esther & Jacob, who are presently based in Portland, Oregon, they have since added two other writers in Asheville, NC.

Spending one year in a city, before moving on, these top American travel bloggers have covered the aforementioned cities, plus Atlanta, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and San Diego, so check them out if you are looking for some truly in-depth info some of America’s coolest urban environments.

19. Gary Arndt – Everything Everywhere

Another long-time veteran of the travel blogosphere, Gary Arndt, owner of Everything Everywhere , has long been known for the quality of his photos.

However, a heartening fact for amateur shooters out there is that he was horrible by his own admission when he started.

Over time, he read and learned from online courses and with a bit of trial and error mixed in, he became known for taking some truly stunning travel shots over the years.

In addition to notching 175 countries in his travel belt, he is also known for visiting national parks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, giving his site a curious air that is tough to ignore.

20. Kate McCulley – Adventurous Kate

When it comes to female top American travel bloggers, few are as well-known as Kate McCulley. Starting Adventurous Kate during a trip to Southeast Asia in 2010, she had no idea the stories it would tell in the years that followed.

From surviving the sinking of a ferry in Indonesia to starring as an extra in a German film, her countless fans have been around for it all.

These days, she travels less than she used to, calling New York City home for much of the year. As such, there are a number of articles on her new home that may be of interest to you if you are headed to the Big Apple soon.

21. Matthew Karsten – The Expert Vagabond

Looking to do more on your travels than look at pretty sights? If so, Matthew Karsten is your guy, as he frequently engages in adrenaline sports ranging from surfing to skydiving in the destinations he visits.

With seven years of traveling under his hat, he shares his perspective on his site, The Expert Vagabond on a weekly basis.

One of the most daring trips of his career took place recently, as he spent several weeks trekking through the mountains of Afghanistan, capturing pictures few top American travel bloggers have ever managed to capture.

22. Matthew Kepnes – Nomadic Matt

As far as name recognition goes, nobody can hold a candle to Matthew Kepnes. Founder of Nomadic Matt , he was one of the first big-time travel bloggers noticed by the mainstream media.

The main theme of his site revolves around budget travel, with posts designed to break through people’s objections to travel on financial grounds.

As a New York Times best-selling author (How to Travel the World on $50/day), there is no better authority on this subject.

23. Kiersten – The Blonde Abroad

Leaving behind a career in finance to pursue a life as a travel writer and online entrepreneur, Kristen of The Blonde Abroad leads a life towards which many of her female fans aspire.

In addition to providing women-centric advice to solo female travelers, she also is a trendsetter for fashions on vacation  and how to remain stylish even on the move. I would delve farther into here awesomeness, but my fashion sense stops at Nordstrom Rack.

24. Derek Earl Baron – Wandering Earl

Beginning his travel career in 1999, Derek Earl Baron has been traveling for 18 years.

There have been many ways he has sustained his journey over the years, with working on cruise ships being the most prominent job he’s held, but it was only when he started Wandering Earl when his perpetual trip took on a whole new life.

He has parlayed the popularity he built into launching a small tour company (led by him) in 2012, but the primary thrust of his blog has been to demonstrate that adopting continual travel as a lifestyle isn’t just some pipe-dream fantasy – it is entirely doable.

25. Joanna Haugen – Kaleidoscopic Wandering

Not all top American travel bloggers are based in America or travel perpetually. Joanna Haugen found her home base overseas in Kiev, Ukraine alongside her husband Cory.

Being based in Eastern Europe, they offer an American perspective to travel in this region via their blog, Kaleidoscopic Wandering .

Additionally, they do make it home on a regular basis, so you’ll also find a selection of American destinations on this blog as well.

26. Jeannie Mark – Nomadic Chick

Ever feel like you’ve allowed yourself to be trapped in a corporate career due to the expectations of family, friends, and society?

So did Jeannie Mark, until the thought of being an imposter in her own life for a day longer was far too painful to bear.

Shortly after buying a ticket to India in 2010, she started Nomadic Chick to chronicle her journey, and since then, it has become a resource for those looking to make a fresh start of their life.

27. Barbara Weibel – Hole in the Donut

While Jeannie Mark finally had enough in middle age, it took Barbara Weibel of Hole in the Donut until she was in her 50s to throw in the towel on the rat race.

Stricken with chronic Lyme Disease, she thought through her life while she was undergoing treatment, and decided she was done with living a life where she was empty inside.

These days, the Florida resident has one of the most engaging cultural travel blogs on the internet, with deep storytelling and vivid photos drawing fans back post after post.

28. Hank Leukart – Without Baggage

While the name Hank Leukart may not raise many eyebrows, the owner of Without Baggage has been involved with a number of noteworthy adventure TV productions over the years.

Responsible for filming scenes for shows such as Discovery’s Naked and Afraid , and producing episodes of CBS’s The Amazing Race , he is well acquainted with exotic travel, and he brings that flavor to his blog as well.

In every post, the experience he got starting as a reporter for Dartmouth College’s student newspaper shines through, so if you are looking for travel stories will a compelling narrative, Without Baggage is well worth following.

29. Nathan J. Comp – The Feral Scribe

Want to read travel content backed by the discipline only a seasoned journalist can possess? Nathan J.Comp is a great writer to follow.

When he isn’t penning articles for Isthmus , Madison, Wisconsin’s alt-news weekly, he is out on the road combing for stories to place on The Feral Scribe .

Whether it may be in Las Vegas or London, he has a knack for finding interesting angles to pursue, so be sure to give this under-appreciated site a chance.

30. Christy Woodrow & Scott Calafiore – Ordinary Traveler

Looking for more reassurance that you can travel adequately as a career-focused professional or entrepreneur back home?

Annoyed at the unstated assumption that permanent travel was the ideal toward which everyone should aspire, Christy Woodrow & Scott Calafiore started the Ordinary Traveler so show the world how they managed to balance a life of fulfilling work while fitting in plenty of time for amazing holidays.

In addition to this, there are a number of posts which focus on photography, as Christy makes her living shooting amazing scenes around the world when she isn’t home with Scott in San Diego, so if you are looking to improve your snaps, check out their posts on this subject.

31. Justin – Wandering Justin

Like to spend your holidays pursuing physical activity? Justin of Wandering Justin feels you, as he takes every opportunity to go hiking, ride mountain bikes, or walk until the soles of his feet ache.

Calling Phoenix, Arizona home, he has made more than his share of content on this increasingly popular city in the Southwest, so follow him if you are planning to visit this part of the world soon.

32. Jill Homer – Jill Outside

Looking for someone able to provide a female perspective to adventure sports travel? Jill Homer will give you what you are looking for, as the articles she publishes regularly on Jill Outside detail her exploits hiking through a variety of mountain terrain.

She treks trails in her backyard of Boulder, Colorado regularly, though she travels abroad regularly to places like the French Alps, where she is posting as of the writing of this guide.

Recommended for not just female adventure travelers, but for all who love the outdoors.

33. Stephanie Yoder & Megan Stetzel – Why Wait to See the World?

The blog formerly known as Twenty-Something Travel has re-branded itself into Why Wait to See the World , a travel magazine aimed at Millennials who are on the fence when its comes to world travel.

Along with Megan Stetzel, Stephanie Yoder promotes a variety of travel types, from solo backpacking to family and culinary-focused trips.

34. Wade Shepard – Vagabond Journey

Looking for some top American travel bloggers who take a more intellectual approach to the topics they choose to cover? Wade Shepard’s Vagabond Journey  is a site which may be of interest to you.

Over the years, Wade has broken a number of stories which have gotten major traction in the American mainstream media, with the Ghost Cities of China being chief among them.

Recently on the blog, he got to explore Cyberjaya, part of Malaysia’s thrust to become a force in high tech, and he also penned an editorial speaking out against a new room tax which singles out foreigners.

35. Leah Davis – The Sweetest Way

Ever wonder how top American travel bloggers and other perpetual travelers stay on the road for so long without ever running out of money?

They aren’t trust fund kids – most have taken advantage of the increasing ability to get work done remotely to fund their daily existences.

Leah Davis preaches the gospel of location independence frequently on her blog, The Sweetest Way . While she does post on the destinations she visits, the focus is decidedly focused on how to make money on the road.

From social media strategies to the hottest co-working spaces, those looking to take their travels to the next level by developing a source of remote income will find plenty of actionable information on Leah’s corner of the internet.

36. Jessica Festa – Epicure and Culture

Many memorable travel experiences revolve around food, and it’s no surprise – no matter our divergent interests, at the end of the day, we all have to eat.

Native New Yorker Jessica Festa knows all about this, as her home city has one of the most vibrant food cultures in America, if not the world.

In the posts you’ll find on Epicure and Culture , you’ll find thoughtful write-ups on sustainable food culture, markets around the globe, amazing restaurants she has found on her travels, and more.

In addition to these articles, she also focuses on culture, the environment, and yoga as they relate to travel.

37. David & Veronica – The Gypsynesters

Why mope around a deafeningly quiet home when the world is begging to be explored? David & Veronica asked themselves this several years ago and ended up selling everything, starting The Gypsynesters , and chronicling their adventures every step of the way.

As empty nest travel blogs go, this site is among the best known in the genre. While its design is a bit on the busy side, it is packed with inspiration for adults who have seen the last of their offspring leave the house.

38. Randi & Michael – Just a Pack

Back in 2014, two kids from New York City when out on a date together. While they had much in common (travel being chief among their interests), a romantic spark just wasn’t present, so they decided to just be friends.

Soon after, they ended up planning an open-ended journey around the world together, and along the way, Just A Pack was born.

On their blog, you’ll find tips on how to be a responsible traveler, all while saving money in the process.

39. Jazmin & Steven – Travel to Blank

It’s funny how going down a certain road in life can change it so profoundly. When Steven met Jazmin while studying at the University of Colorado at Boulder, it would eventually lead to them getting married and moving with his new wife to her native Ecuador.

This touched off a series of travel adventures which resulted in the founding of Travel to Blank . While they have explored Latin America extensively, these top American travel bloggers have also spent their fair share of time in the United States and Asia as well, making it a great blog to consult if you are traveling to any of these regions.

40. Keith & Tina – Retire Early and Travel

About to retire, but don’t want to spend your golden years puttering around the same home you’ve known for decades?

Keith & Tina of Retire Early and Travel know you’ve worked hard your whole life, so they’ve dedicated their time over the past several years detailing all the places you can go once you no longer have your 9-5 job as an excuse for life postponement.

As they found when they looked at their finances and compared it with the cost of living abroad, you can take what you may think as meager savings and make them go much further in destinations like Hua Hin, Thailand, Cuenca, Ecuador, and Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

41. Michael Hodson – Go See Write

A lawyer who left his profession behind in 2008 to circle the globe without boarding a plane , Michael Hodson has always made a point of setting unique travel goals in order to keep them fresh and interesting.

During this time, he launched Go See Write so his family could stay on top of his travels, only to attract the attention of a wider audience as he went.

These days, the site of one of the more prolific top American travel bloggers is a bigger operation, as he has hired a number of regular contributors. If you are looking for information on a variety of travel topics, this site is one you should definitely bookmark.

42. Gareth Leonard – Tourist 2 Townie

After cashing out of a business he wasn’t passionate about, Gareth Leonard decided he’d rather hit the road than continue down a path which bored him to tears.

During this time, he put together a detailed plan to improve himself in each place he visited. While he was in the process of learning how to cook like a Peruvian in Lima and dancing the tango in Buenos Aires, he realized there was more to world travel than being a tourist.

Soon after this realization, Tourist 2 Townie was born. On the blog of one of the more interesting top American travel bloggers out there, you’ll find posts dedicated to helping you to travel deeper rather than passively experiencing the world like most people are content to do.

43. Kenin & Lauren – The Constant Rambler

Kenin & Lauren used to deal with crippling workloads which many Americans take for granted these days. However, it eventually became an untenable position for this Miami area couple to accept, so they resigned from their jobs and hit the road.

Not long after, they started The Constant Rambler , and from that day forward, they resolved to work to live rather than the other way around.

On their site, you’ll find articles which mostly focus on road trips, which have comprised the majority of their trips since they started their blog.

44. Larissa & Michael – Changes in Longitude

2011 was a big year for Larissa & Michael. After being married for 25 years, they decided to shake up their lives in grand fashion by selling their home and using the proceeds to fund a year-long trip around the world.

Their journey took them to all but one continent, with Changes in Longitude being founded to track their adventures.

With nothing keeping them in Philly once they returned, they decided to make their wanderings permanent, adopting the lives of high-flying top American travel bloggers.

45. Johnny Discala – Johnny Jet

Despite anxiety early on in his traveling career that led him to turn back from boarding what would have been his first flight when he was 17, Johnny Discala made up for it a few years later and never tured back.

He never started a site, though, until he heard about how cheaply his friends were traveling. Slightly jealous and more than a little intrigued, he learned everything they knew about travel hacking, and being the competitive guy he was, he ended up out-earning them (by a lot) within a couple of years.

Desperate to learn his secrets, he started an e-mail newsletter, and word spread beyond his inner circle. This eventually spawned Johnny Jet , one of the web’s leading authorities on travel hacking.

From air mile credit cards to loyalty programs, Johnny covers it all, so follow along and soon, you’ll be saving much more than you ever thought you would.

46. James & Susan – The Savvy Backpacker

As a couple from Missouri who dreamed of what life was like across the pond, James & Susan got their first taste on a Eurotrip they went on in 2011.

Much of the web content they found when researching their destination was of superficial quality, leaving them determined to come up with a better resource on their own; it was out this desire that The Savvy Backpacker was born.

With plenty of information on planning and preparing for a trip to Europe, as well as plenty of helpful tips about what to expect in many popular destinations, the site of these top American travel bloggers is a great one to keep tabs on if you are about to go on your own journey to Europe soon.

47. Josh – California Through My Lens

From deserts to rainforests, quaint towns to Alpha world cities, California has such diversity to it that if it were on any other continent, it would be its own country.

The sheer variety of things to see and do drove Josh to start California Through My Lens – 900 posts later, it has become the definitive resource for travelers seeking to plan a trip to the Golden State.

48. Rachel Jones – Hippie in Heels

Many careers seem glamorous when we study them in school. When we get out into the real world and find out the truth, though, we are faced with a stark choice: buckle down and accept 40 years of punishing, monotonous work, or cut your losses and do something else.

Rachel Jones chose the latter, abandoning her nascent career as a cardiac nurse in North Carolina to spend her days lounging on a beach in Goa, India.

Her love of this exotic country only grew from there, leading to the launch of Hippie In Heels . Since then, she has delved into luxury travel and has ventured elsewhere in the world, but from a cursory examination of one the best up and coming top American travel bloggers, it’s clear her heart belongs to the Subcontinent.

49. Liz Carlson – Young Adventuress

First introduced to the wonders of travel on a study abroad semester in Salamanca, Spain, Liz Carlson wasted no time in re-donning her backpack the second she collected her diploma back in New England.

Spending time exploring Europe in-between stints as an ESL teacher in Spain, she also found time to start Young Adventuress , the blog that would eventually fund her life.

These days, she lives in New Zealand and has recently appeared in the mainstream media spot detailing her life in the Land of the Long White Cloud.

50. Amanda Williams – A Dangerous Business

There are many triggers which lead us to pack our bags and hit the road for parts unknown for the first time. For Amanda Williams, it was her love of the Lord of the Rings trilogy which caused her to become infatuated with New Zealand.

As such, it wasn’t long after she graduated college that she left Ohio to seek out the country which had consumed her imagination.

With that, the travel bug had sunk its fangs into Amanda. While she prefers to keep a home base in the Buckeye State, she has still managed to visit 45 countries on six continents since 2005.

Since 2010, she has tracked her trips abroad on her blog, A Dangerous Business . If you want to learn how to balance a life at home while traveling as much as possible, this blog is an incredible resource.

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21 u.s. travel bloggers everyone with wanderlust should be following.

If being a travel blogger sounds like a dream job — well, it kind of is. Writers across America spend their days exploring fantastic sights in dozens of exotic countries, documenting what they experience and making a living as they go.

But that doesn’t mean the job is easy. Most professional travelers have made impressive sacrifices to follow their dreams, whether it's by selling all of their belongings, living in small apartments with several roommates, or just living very simply. Superb travel blogging also takes a unique knack for making extraordinary travel experiences resonate with the masses.

Here, we’ve rounded up some of the most engaging and inspirational travel bloggers across the U.S. And yes, a little bit of jealousy is OK.

A Dangerous Business

The blogger behind A Dangerous Business is Amanda, who decided in high school that she wanted to travel. An avid Lord of the Rings fan, she was determined to visit New Zealand and spent two weeks there in 2005. She has since been to over 50 countries on six continents.

With the hopes of traveling more, Amanda started A Dangerous Business in 2010, but isn't a full-time traveler. She enjoys the comforts of home — and her beloved cat — far too much. Instead, she created the blog as a hobby and a way to combat boredom at work. In 2015, after earning her Master's degree in Tourism Management, she went full-time as a blogger.

The goal of A Dangerous Business is to help people find ways to fit travel into their lives. Amanda works with global brands and destinations to create bucket-list-style travel trips, and has been featured on The Huffington Post and USA Today Travel .

Follow Amanda on her adventures by visiting her on Facebook and Instagram .

The Everywhereist

An author and public speaker, Geraldine DeRuiter runs the award-winning blog, The Everywhereist .  

While her focus is primarily on travel-related topics, she does occasionally delve into content related to dessert and feminism. And she has an apparent fondness for Jeff Goldblum.

The Seattle blogger has been featured in Forbes , The Independent and The Huffington Post . TIME Magazine also called her work “clever,” while The New York Times described her as "dark and hilarious."

These assessments are evident when you explore The Everywherist, which showcases Geraldine's dry wit. Check out her Facebook page and Instagram page to keep up with her shenanigans.

The Blonde Abroad

The award-winning travel and lifestyle blog, The Blonde Abroad , is run by California native Kiersten Rich. She left her job in corporate finance to become a world traveler, and has now been to over 50 countries.

Through her blog, Kiersten hopes to inspire people to live a life they love and not settle for anything less. The Blonde Abroad is a multi-level business that allows Kiersten to earn an income through various streams of revenue. She offers social media and marketing consulting, content creation and blog mentorship retreats, and takes all-expenses-paid press trips to produce content for brands.

You can catch all of Kiersten's adventures on Instagram , where she does weekly Q&A stories on travel, work and personal topics.

Adventurous Kate

Kate McCulley travels the world for a living and documents her adventures on her blog, Adventurous Kate . It all started in 2010 when she quit her job in online marketing to travel to southeast Asia for six months. Those six months turned into five years and she's now traveled across more than 65 countries.

Adventurous Kate started on that trip to southeast Asia, when Kate began building up her freelance work portfolio while developing her blog. In 2016, she moved to New York City, revamped her blog and downsized her travel, so she's only away from home about 25 percent of the time.

You can keep up with Kate on social media by following her on Facebook , YouTube and Twitter .

A self-described former cubicle dweller, Matt Long is the man behind the LandLopers blog. His passion for travel led him to start the blog, but he doesn't backpack around the world. He lives in a house in the suburbs with his three dogs and has found a way to make travel his profession. The blog name comes from the word "landloper," which is a wanderer or vagabond.

LandLopers is a reflection of Matt's experiences, and provides information on many travel-related topics. He strives to make travel more fun and accessible by sharing tips on how to experience the best destinations around the world.

Follow Matt on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook .

Lee Abbamonte

A Wall Street veteran, Lee Abbamonte worked in energy and wealth management for eight years after earning his undergraduate degree in Finance and Marketing from the University of Maryland at College Park, and his MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Lee is now a multimedia travel personality, brand ambassador and entrepreneur.

He's also the youngest person to visit every country in the world, plus the North and South Poles. His goal is to visit all 325 countries and unique destinations in the world via the Travelers Century Club list. He has been featured in or on a wide array of media outlets, including Fox News, ESPN, CNN, Sports Illustrated , the Washington Post and Conde Nast Traveler.

Lee documents his travels on Facebook , Instagram , YouTube and Twitter .

Sending Postcards

The travel blog Sending Postcards is a labor of love between a married couple. While they don't disclose their names, they do share their story. After their wedding, the duo left Canada to travel the world together. The blog was essentially a way to document their extended honeymoon.

The two spent a year traveling around Africa, Europe and the U.S., living in Montreal for a few years before settling in San Francisco, which they currently call home. As they travel to various destinations, many right in and around California, they share their adventures on Sending Postcards.

Hippie in Heels

Rachel Jones grew up in a small town in Ohio, where she lived with her brother and parents. When she got to college, she spent two summers backpacking in Europe and a month in Uganda. She went on to graduate with honors as a nurse. After 11 months as a cardiac care nurse in Charlotte, N.C., Rachel realized that a life in the "real world" wasn't for her. And so, she decided to retire from nursing and follow her heart.

She chose Goa, India, where she could ride a camel and climb a mountain, as her next home. It's where she's spent the last five years and where she currently documents her life on her travel blog, Hippie in Heels . She basically lives out of a backpack and survives on street food. While she's barely getting by financially, the trade off is worth it because she's been to 30 countries and counting. And she met the love of her life in India.

Follow Rachel and her Indian adventures on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Pause the Moment

In 2008, the day after his 24th birthday, Ryan headed to Dublin, Ireland for his first solo backpacking trip through Europe. The three-month experience was life changing, and in 2010, Ryan quit his job. He then set off on a trip around the world that was supposed to last six months to a year. His passion for the sun, the sea and adventure wouldn't let him stop there, and he's been on the road for seven years.

Now he's a digital influencer and travel blogger who has spent the last three years in Playa del Carmen, sometimes visiting Greece during the hot summer months. His blog, Pause the Moment , features travel guides and resources for destinations all across the world. In 2017, he started running small group tours to Egypt, which he plans to continue in October 2018.

Catch Ryan on his Facebook page and on Twitter .

Camels & Chocolate

A Nashville-based freelance writer and fitness buff, Kristin Luna runs the Camels & Chocolate blog. She was a college tennis player and marathoner, and she loves to travel with her husband. And while she's all about diving, hiking and skiing, she's not a nomad. She has simply mastered the art of balancing career with family and traveling.

Most of her freelance work involves influencer campaigns where she partners with brands and destinations to create original content. She also consults with small businesses on marketing and media strategy. And while she currently lives in Nashville, her blog has been around since 2007, so it's full of helpful and interesting information on tourist locations all over the world. Kristin has appeared in multiple media publications, including Redbook magazine, Glamour magazine, Marie Claire and National Geographic .

Camels & Chocolate has a social presence on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Just Chasing Rabbits

Mississippi couple Mark and Jennifer Campbell share their travel stories on their blog, Just Chasing Rabbits . The self-proclaimed "young at heart" duo has been traveling together since 2004, when they went to New Orleans on their honeymoon.

Mark and Jennifer travel with a sense of curiosity, always on the lookout for unusual and amazing sites. They hope to inspire their readers to take everyday moments and turn them into unforgettable adventures.

In addition to giving readers an inside look at their travels, Just Chasing Rabbits also has an online shop full of cool travel-related products personally selected by Mark and Jennifer.

Keep up with the two lovebirds on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

My Itchy Travel Feet

A travel guide for baby boomers, My Itchy Travel Feet is the work of Donna L. Hull, the blog's chief navigator, and Alan Hull, the site's photographer. The Montana couple has been documenting their travels since 2008, covering both domestic and international destinations.

They have travel guides for a variety of places all across the world, and also have tips and ideas for themed trips like bucket list trips, cruises, romantic getaways and national park adventures. With Donna's preference for luxury and Alan's rugged sense of adventure, My Itchy Travel Feet has something for every baby boomer (and beyond) to enjoy.

Follow the couple on their travel journeys via YouTube , Instagram and Facebook .

Be My Travel Muse

Since 2012, southern California resident Kristin Addis has been a solo globetrotter. After working as an investment banker in Newport Beach, she got burned out and decided to make a big change. She sold her belongings — everything except a carry-on bag — and has since experienced amazing global adventures.

She's hitchhiked across China, taken a 35-day safari to Africa and spent two months hiking in Patagonia. She even became a Buddhist nun for 10 days. Her blog focuses on solo travel and outdoor adventures like hiking, camping and scuba diving.

New content is posted on Be My Travel Muse every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, offering readers ways to make the most of their travels. Kristin shares packing lists, country cost guides and exercise tips for novice and expert travelers from all around the world.

See where Kristin's next adventure will be by following her on Instagram , YouTube and Facebook .

Local Adventurer

Each year, travel bloggers Esther and Jacob of Local Adventurer move to a new city. The Atlanta natives decided on a year in each spot because it's enough time to discover amazing spots in each new place, without being too permanent. After moving across the country and realizing that they hadn't gotten to know their hometown as well as they should have, they decided to get out and explore.

Esther and Jacob travel full-time but focus on local destinations. They seek to find adventure in everyday life, seeing the world through a childlike lens that highlights the beauty in even the most mundane things.

My Beautiful Adventures

Chinese medicine doctor and travel photojournalist Andrea (Andi) Perullo de Ledesma is a Charlotte, N.C., resident and blogger who runs My Beautiful Adventures . She's a native southerner but has lived in seven states and been to over 50 countries on six continents.

She claims to live a very dichotomous life because she struggles with wanting to capture the world on film through travel and focusing on her experience practicing Chinese medicine, which she considers her true calling.

Andi's love affair with travel can be credited to her intrigue of diverse cultures, roads not traveled and life-changing experiences. During her time traveling the world, she met an Argentinean man, Lucas, who she married in Buenos Aires after five years of a long-distance relationship.

In 2015, Andi had a son, Joaquin, whom she calls her "most beautiful adventure yet."

Follow along as she travels the world on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Hole in the Donut

No, Hole in the Donut is not a food blog. But it might awaken your appetite...for travel.

Barbara Weibel is the owner/editor of Hole in the Donut, which she started in 2007. While working in various industries like marketing, advertising, real estate and public relations, Barbara was merely earning an income, but never felt passionate about what she did. She envied people who loved their jobs.

That's when she left her job and spent six months traveling solo around the world. She had no plans other than to go wherever the wind blew her. She documented all of her travels and blogged about the different places she visited. In 2009, she decided to become a full-time traveler.

Hole in the Donut is where Barbara shares her adventures in interesting countries. She features stories about the people she meets, the wild encounters she has and the spiritual lessons that she learns along the way.

Stay in the loop with Barbara's travels by following her on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter and YouTube .

Jessie on a Journey

Started in 2011 by Jessica (Jessie) Festa, Jessie On A Journey is an award-winning solo female and offbeat travel blog. Jessie was born and raised in New York, where she is a certified sightseeing guide.

She grew up traveling, taking North American road trips and Caribbean cruises. While studying at the State University at Albany in New York, Jessie had several opportunities to travel. She taught English in Thailand, backpacked solo across Europe, studied in Australia and hiked through China.

After college, her 9 to 5 job wouldn't allow her time to travel and Jessie realized that she had to spend her life doing something she loved, not something she was "supposed" to do. Now she runs her blog, offering readers tips on solo travel, as well as blog advice and resources for others who want to start a travel blog.

Hook up with Jessie on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook .

Travel Mama

Moms who like to travel will find common ground with Colleen Lanin, the founder/editor-in-chief of Travel Mama . Colleen is an award-winning author with a Master's degree in Business Administration. She's also a member of the Society of American Travel Writers. She was invited to the White House as one of the 100 most influential travel bloggers for a summit on study abroad.

Colleen's stories have been featured in Parenting Magazine , the Chicago Tribune, Working Mother Magazine and the Orlando Sentinel . She has lived in California, Minnesota and southern France, as well as Arizona, where she currently resides. She shares her life with her husband, two children and a rescue pup.

Check out Colleen and Travel Mama on the Travel Mamas Facebook page and on Twitter .

Solo Traveler

Janice Waugh started Solo Traveler in 2009. When she became a widow and am empty nester, a love of travel fed her inspiration. Her personal musings quickly became public and now Solo Traveler is a community where people who love travel share tips, tricks and support one another.

The Solo Traveler publishes posts that highlight the benefits of solo travel and how to do it well. Weekly features cover solo travel destinations and photos provided by readers. The blog has a Facebook page with over 230,000 followers, as well as a Pinterest page loaded with more tips, tricks and solo travel ideas.

Tourist 2 Townie

Gareth Leonard, a former Marketing Director, has a passion for slow, meaningful travel, which he shares on his blog, Tourist 2 Townie . After spending six years working to make other people's dreams come true, he decided to drop everything and follow his own path.

In 2009, he bought a one-way ticket to Buenos Aires and left his comfortable life behind.

Now he documents all of his adventures in Argentina, as well as other destinations around the world. He gives recommendations on the best places to see, the coolest things to do and his favorite places to eat. Check out Gareth on YouTube , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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Without a doubt, Hong Kong is reportedly the most adventurous city when it comes to tasting delicious traditional Chinese street foods. Hundreds of thousands of tourists flock to Hong Kong China every year to try its street food among other attractions in the city. If you are a foodie looking for the next best destination to explore this festive season, consider planning a trip to Hong Kong. Whereas there are other places in the world to try traditional street foods, no other place can compare to Hong Kong – the city features delicious street food that’s available at reasonable prices and prepared by experienced chefs. There are classic roadside cafes, hotels, restaurants, food vendors hauling carts all over the city, roadside food joints, etc. So if you are visiting China, Hong Kong -whether for the first time or returning for another visit, make sure that you try the following traditional Chinese foods before you can fly back to your state of origin.

TRADITIONAL Chinese STREET FOOD Tour of Hong Kong!

If you come to Hong Kong, China, and fly back when you have not tried the following traditional Chinese street foods, your trip will never be considered to be complete. These are a must-do for every Hong Kong visitor.

1.Chinese Crepes/ Jianbing

When you finally land in the otherwise magnificent city of China, Hong Kong, never fly back when you have not tried their Jianbing. Popularly referred to as the Chinese crepes, Jianbing refers to “fried pancake” in English. Jiabing is a traditional breakfast that you should taste when you come to China. They are so delicious, and you can eat them at any time of the day you want – they are not only suited for breakfast as you will spot locals crowding for them at the various street joints scattered all over the city. For the best experience, you can have your Jianbing served with various sources and/or fillings such as chili sauce, spring onions, hoisin sauce, pickles, etc. Almost all the food vendors in the city serve Jianbing – finding the best joint to enjoy should not be a big task.

2.Chinese Dumplings/ Jiaozi

Yet another Chinese traditional street food that you should never forego whenever you come to China, Hong Kong is Jiaozi. If you are encountering Jiaozi for the first time, they look somewhat like the traditional gold ingots – which were once believed to bring someone good luck.Jiaozi are deep-fried or shallow-fried and then served with soy-vinegar sauce or other flavors. Take a bit of Chinese Jiaozi and you will appreciate the taste of juicy broth that touches every sense of your tongue. The good thing with these Chinese Dumplings is that they can be enjoyed at whatever time of the year you come to Hong Kong China. More so, you can take them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are served in almost all the cafes and streetside food joints so finding a place to enjoy your favorite Jiaozi should not be a big issue. The most popular season to taste Jiaozi in the streets of Hong Kong, China is amid the new Chinese Year.

3. Ci Faan or Cifantuan

Ci faan also referred to as Cifantuan are Chinese traditional meals made of rice balls with some other added ingredients and local Chinese flavors. Ci Faan is available in various types – so you decide what you want to enjoy. There are sweet variations such as yautio, aha cai, and rousing among other options. As you go from one dining joint to the other, you will realize that most of the locals here prefer to take Cifantuan for their breakfast. There are reasons to account for this – for instance, the meal is considered a perfect breakfast as it is light and energizing. Eat just a small amount and you will have the energy you need to face the day with confidence. Just like the case with other meals we have already discussed in this post, Ci Faan is found in almost all the dining joints you will come across in the streets of Hong Kong, China. However, the most common street where you look for this meal includes Xikang Lu and Nanyang Lu among others.

4. Bing Tanghulu

If you’ve never been to Hong Kong, China before, you probably haven’t tasted a sweet meal other than Bing Toghulu. But what the hell is Bing Toghulu and how does it taste? Should you try it when you come to Hong Kong? Well, if you are among those asking such questions, Bing Toghulu is simply a Chinese hawthorn coated with the hardened cover of sugar syrup then skewered onto bamboo sticks (not necessarily bamboo). Bing Toghulu taste sweet and sour – they are served with other fruits such as apples or strawberry among other options. Make sure you taste them as they are very nutritious. The good thing with Bing Toghulu is that they can be enjoyed as you explore the city streets. You don’t have to sit down for minutes to enjoy it. Just purchase and enjoy as you see the better side of Hong Kong city. 

5. Cong You Bing

What comes to your mind when you hear of Cong You Bing? If you never tried them before or haven’t even seen them, you are wondering what they are and whether they are worth your attention when you come to Hong Kong. Cong You Bing is a Chinese word that simply means “Scallion Pancakes”. These are the most common meals to consider for your breakfast whenever you come to the busy city of Hong Kong. If you have tried Western Pancakes, then Cong You Bing will not be a big surprise to you. We can simply term them as the “Chinese variation of Western Pancakes”. They however differ in the sense that Cong You Bing is prepared using dough and not butter! They are popularly known for their juicy flavorful taste – make sure you don’t skip them whenever you tour Hong Kong China.

The Bottom Line

China, Hong Kong to be specific is supposedly the best destination for foodies this festive season. The city features countless eateries serving various traditional Chinese meals that you should never skip whenever you go to Hong Kong , China may be considered incomplete if you dare leave without tasting any of the above traditional street food.

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With international travel on pause for the moment, our travel bucket lists aren’t getting any shorter. In fact, quite the opposite! As the focus remains on staying home, staying local, and waiting for the world to heal, it’s easy to get caught up staring out your window dreaming of your next destination . 

So, when it’s safe to travel again, where will you go? 

These adventure destinations are sure to inspire your next lockdown daydream session.

1. Hike Acatenango Volcano, Guatemala 

If you’ve ever wanted to get up close and personal with a live volcano, Guatemala is the place to do it. Guatemala is home to 37 volcanoes, three of which are active and the rest dormant. Acatenango is the third-highest volcano in Guatemala, offering a challenging but achievable hike. 

Reaching the summit takes around five hours, but it can also be done as an overnight hike with options to camp out under the stars. From here you’ll see Acatenango’s crater and reach the best lookout point for viewing the active Fuego Volcano, which is always putting on a show.

2. Try Dog Sledding in Alaska

Imagine speeding through snow-covered Alaskan Forest on a sled pulled by dogs. This Alaskan obsession can be enjoyed as a one-day trip or multi-day adventure, with opportunities to see the vast Alaskan countryside, pet the beloved sled dogs, and learn about the rich cultural heritage behind the sport.

3. Snorkel with gentle giants at Ningaloo Reef, Australia

The whale sharks of Ningaloo Reef are the biggest fish in the ocean. Living on a diet entirely of plankton, there’s no need to fear these gentle giants. Between March and August, these amazing creatures migrate along the coast, putting on a spectacular show for snorkelers.

If you’re curious about sharks, but you’re not quite into cage diving with Great Whites, this adventure might be right up your alley.

4. Visit the cutest little capital in the world – Wellington, New Zealand

Fly to the corner of the world and visit the cutest little capital, Wellington City. Here you can get the full mix of New Zealand’s natural, cultural, political and historical scene while trying some of the country’s best cuisine and coffee. 

Wander along the waterfront, visit parliament’s Beehive building, or discover New Zealand’s vibrant history at Te Papa Museum. If you stay nearby you’ll also be able to visit the native wildlife at Zealandia Ecosanctuary , or see many of the famous movie artefacts at Weta Workshop. With the smell of coffee filling the air and music bustling out from every shop, the vibe is always good in Wellington.

5. Go Ziplining in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Head to Northern Thailand to scale the canopies of the 1500-year old Chiang Mai Rainforest. Ziplining on a single-person swing lets you glide along the Yang treetops, giving a bird’s eye view of the jungle below and making this a bucket list activity for  GoPro  fanatics and rush-seekers. This activity offers the perfect adrenaline rush for solo travellers, groups or families. See the wonders of the jungle including cliffs, rivers and the wonderful Chiang Mai wildlife.

6. Try Coasteering in Pembrokeshire, Wales

What’s Coasteering, you ask?

Coasteering is an exhilarating way to explore the coastline of Wales . This unique adventure takes you to Pembrokeshire where you’ll navigate the coastal terrain with a mix of cave exploration, cliff jumping, swimming, and rock climbing. This safe, action-packed adventure will get your adrenaline pumping and showcase the beauty of the Welsh coast and wildlife. With a fun team of experienced guides, your Coasteering experience will be one for the memory bank.

7. Go Dune Bashing in Jaisalmer, India

Experience the beauty of Sam Sand Dunes in Jaisalmer on this thrilling 4×4 adventure. Dune Bashing is relatively new to India but is quickly gaining popularity with adventure-seekers. Unleash your inner adventurer as you blast your way over the golden mounds of the Thar Desert.

Check out the tourist hub at Jaisalmer while you’re at it. Taste the Indian cuisine, ride a camel, and visit the ornate Jain temples that date back as far as the 12th century.

8. Walk village-to-village in Cinque Terre, Italy

Cinque Terre is a colourful string of picture-perfect villages on the Italian Riviera. Like a scene from a postcard, the incredible location offers an authentic Italian experience . Traverse the area’s villages using a mix of boat, rail, and walking trail. 

This flexible walking adventure can be as long as you like, with the option to stop for a smooth cappuccino, an Italian lunch, or handmade gelato along the way. See the hillside fishing villages, climb the steep pathways, marvel at the olive groves, and explore a historical castle before making your way back to your seaside hotel.

9. Float through the Takachiho Gorge, Japan

Head to Japan’s Takachiho Gorge for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With unimaginable scenery, you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled onto a movie set. This deep volcanic gorge was formed by four separate volcanic eruptions that date back as far as 270,000 years ago. Feel the mist from the waterfalls plunging over the basalt columns as you float along the calm Gokase River. Feel free to disembark your boat to hike the Takachiho trails and discover the natural and cultural features of the area.  

10. Take a Hot Air Balloon over Marrakech, Morocco

No adventure bucket list is complete without a ride in a hot-air balloon , and where better to do this than over Marrakech. Take in the expansive view from above this bustling city. See the Atlas Mountains, valleys, date palms and olive groves, and look out onto the surrounding Berber villages. You’ll set off at sunrise when the air is still and the city is waking. When you’re safely back on the ground, explore more Moroccan experiences such as camel riding and 4×4 tours.

When the world opens up again, your dream travel destinations await.

So for now hold onto that bucket list, and keep dreaming of your next adventure!

Are you dreaming of Dolce Vita and can’t wait to shop in Milan, visit museums in Florence, and eat all the pizza in the country? I’m just as excited as you are about your first Italian trip .

There are certainly some things you need to know before you leave, though. For a start, don’t forget that you will probably need to apply for an ETIAS authorization from late 2022 .

So if you’re planning long-term, remember that those who can go to Italy visa-free now, like US citizens, will need the new electronic authorization soon (don’t worry though, you can request it online in just a few minutes.)

Now that the bureaucracy is out of the way, you may start drafting your Italian itinerary and familiarizing yourself with the Italian lifestyle and customs. It’s no secret that Italians live well and long : Italy ranks above the average in terms of income and wealth, work-life balance, health, and social connections, according to the OECD . 

Moreover, it has one of the highest life expectancies in the world, within the top 10 on the planet with an expectancy of 81 years of age for men and 86 for women. It may have something to do with the Mediterranean diet and the long walks by the sea.  

Finally, there is a very strong sense of community and high levels of civic participation in the country.

But how to enjoy your time in Italy and get a real sense of how Italians live? Well, when in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Keep reading to find the most important Do’s and Don’ts for Italy if you’re a foreigner visiting the country.

Italian Do’s for Tourists

Here are examples of behaviors that Italians will appreciate:

• Do greet strangers like taxi drivers, waiters, etc. with a smile or a “Buongiorno.” Italians are very friendly and welcoming people and will love a quick conversation.
• Do talk with your hands . This Italian stereotype is completely true and if you don’t know how to better express yourself in the local language, use gestures.
• Do compliment the country as Italians are proud of their picture-perfect natural and cultural beauties.
• Do carry some cash with you as you will probably find some establishments that don’t accept card payments.
• Do dress up (but don’t stress about it.) Especially if you visit large centers like Rome or Milan and chic holiday destinations, you will spot fashion victims all around you. In general, Italy is a country that pays more attention to quality clothing than the average. Remember that in churches and other religious places (even if they’re major tourist landmarks) you’re expected to cover your knees, shoulders, and cleavage.
• Do look after your belongings as pickpocketers are at work in urban areas, especially in busy spots like street crossings, museum queues, and metro stations.
• Do relax . Yes, there’s a lot to see and do in Italy. But if you do Italy right, what you will most likely bring home with you is a great sense of relaxation and having enjoyed life. With their world-class food and wine and laid-back lifestyle, Italians know how to do it. Learn from the locals.

Italian Travel Advice: Don’ts in Italy

It’s true that Italians are friendly and relaxed. It’s also true that some tourist habits may get them to raise their eyebrow. For a smooth and enjoyable experience in Italy, here are some behaviors to avoid:

• Don’t get in the way of local life . Although Italian art cities look like open-air museums, people live here. Try not to disrupt everyday life. Don’t block pavements and narrow streets, photograph residents without their permission, or shout and play loud music while on vacation.
• Don’t fall into tourist traps . Fine, some will be unavoidable. But try, for example, to stay clear of restaurants near major tourist sites. Unsurprisingly, they will have tourist menus with high prices and often low-quality ingredients.
• Don’t tip like in the US . Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Italians leave tips that are smaller than in the US, unless they have found the service exceptionally good.
• Don’t picnic on monuments, historic steps and fountains, or inside museums and above all, don’t forget to take your trash with you if you do. Hefty fines apply.
• Don’t forget to validate your tickets if you use public transport like trains and buses. Train stations may be hard to navigate in Italy and it’s easy for foreigners to forget to look for the validating machines before getting on the train. However, that may result in a fine.
• Don’t expect Italian food to be like it is abroad . That means, for example, not ordering fettuccine Alfredo (they simply don’t exist in Italy) and refraining from adding ketchup to your pasta. 

Author Bio: 

Susan Noel is an experienced travel writer. She is associated with many renowned travel blogs as a guest author where she shares her valuable travel tips with the audience.

When it comes to winter wonderlands, the French Alps take the croquant biscuit. 

They’re Europe’s largest mountain chain (extending for 1,000km) and cover a surface area of around 35,000km in France.

At 4810m, Mont Blanc is the highest peak, but as well as their glaciers and snow, the Northern and Southern Alps also have spruce and fir forests and a number of national parks and iconic lakes. 

The varied terrain means that as well as world-class skiing and snowboarding, summer activities like hiking, mountain biking and white water rafting are also on offer and extend the appeal of this amazing area to visitors of diverse tastes.

Here’s some more information on France’s most stunning ski resorts.

Part of the Portes du Soleil Ski Area, Les Gets is linked to 11 other French and Swiss ski resorts and 600km of slopes that snake down from glaciers and across pastures and pine forests.

The best skiing is at the high-altitude Ranfoilly/Rosta section and at the picnic area of Les Nauchets you can enjoy panoramic views of the valley while enjoying a light snack.

Tip: take the Alta Lumina trail for an immersive experience that’s truly magical. 

Méribel is the central resort of the iconic Three Valleys ski area, which includes 15 summits above 2500m and six glaciers. 

At 2952m, the Mont Vallon is the highest skiing point in this area and it offers a mind-blowing view of the Grand Cass and Gébrolaz Glacier as you sweep down the 1000m drop on one of the world’s prettiest pistes.

But as well as the majestic mountain scenery, this resort is also famous for architecture which retains the authentic Alpine chalet style but updates it to meet the demands of the modern era. 

Tip: book with Erna Low for Méribel ski holidays including accommodation, ski hire and more. 

Val Thorens

Also part of the Three Valleys, super high-altitude Val Thorens is famous for peerless fresh powder and partying the night away at après-ski venues like La Folie Douce. 

But you don’t even need to strap yourself to skis or a snowboard to see some of its best views. Take a hike along trails like the 2 Lacs Path which runs parallel with the Junior Space piste and takes you downhill past the Moraine chairlift station and along the ‘Combe de Thorens’ or alternatively, The Marine Path, which crosses Les Dalles ski run and along mountain ridges past the terrific frozen Tête Ronde Lake. 

Tip: from the top of Cime de Caron you can see the Peclet Glacier, Mont Brequin, Mont Blanc and more. 

As you can see, the Alps are blessed with an array of natural riches and even if you don’t ski or snowboard, there are many other ways to explore them all year round.

But whichever resort you choose, you can always expect a warm welcome in a chilly climate. 

What’s your favourite French Alps resort? Let us know in the comments section.

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