Travel Stories

Austin is a vibrant city known for its live music scene, delicious food, and beautiful outdoor spaces. But did you know that Austin is also a great place to visit with kids? From interactive museums to outdoor adventures, there are plenty of things to do in Austin which are fun not just for kids but…

Each year during around the first weekend of June, something truly special happens in Barcelona. The sun shines brighter, the people look happier, the sea becomes a deeper hue of blue, and the air just seems a touch sweeter and more fragrant. Yes, summer is truly here, and along with it comes one of the…

Cybersecurity has never been more important. With hackers developing techniques to catch people out left, right, and center, it takes more than a keen eye to keep your personal information safe. If you use your devices for work, it’s even more vital that you prioritize security.In addition to keeping your personal details safe, you’ll also…

Ok, be honest here. How many different coffee makers do you have? If you love your coffee, like me, you probably have three or four different coffee machines in your kitchen. And for good reason.Just the other day, I cracked the carafe on my trusty Bodum French Press. Serious bummer. The Bodem carafe was cracked…

Langkawi, a stunning archipelago in Malaysia, offers island-hopping tours that showcase its pristine beauty while promoting eco-friendly practices. These sustainable tours are designed to minimise environmental impact and allow you to enjoy Langkawi’s natural wonders responsibly. Mangrove Forest Adventures Explore Langkawi’s unique mangrove forests with eco-friendly boat tours. These tours use quieter, low-emission boats to…

San Diego is an outdoors-orientated, laid back and trendy city boasting the best tacos in America. There’s so many fantastic things to do for first time visitors from beaches to museums and the zoo to stunning photography locations. It’s a place you visit on vacation, but fall in love with and begin planning your move…

We have seen and photographed about 150 different species of birds, from Macaws to Parrots to Giant Storks.  We have rode horses through caiman infested waters and seen capybaras and monkeys up close. But now we are searching for something different.  The apex predator of the Pantanal – the Jaguar. The Pantanal, a sprawling wetland…

A guide to help you find out the best places where to stay in Sheboygan, WI Visiting Sheboygan was one of the best things I have done in a long time and the city has quickly lured me with its picturesque lakeside views and charming people.  I was pleasantly surprised by the range of options…

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Thank you to Expedia for sponsoring this blog post. I’ve been visiting 30a ever since my college days (which were far too many moons ago at this point, thank you very much). We took a family trip to Watersound this month, and it was Alex’s first time to visit. Being the Aussie he is, Alex…