Begin with a plan. The rest will follow.

Below are some of the resources I’ve found helpful. Hopefully, they’ll Help You Too.

Below are some of the resources I have found useful.

Lonely Planet Guide Books

https://www.lonelyplanet.com Once the staple in my 20s as the go-to book for authentic destination travel advice, they are still my favorite guide even now. Seemingly they have aged with their readers, while still catering to youth, there is always the perfect mix of thrifty finds, with an honest take on everything else, plus a healthy dose of history and cultural context to prepare you for a destination. They’re current, and the website is a wealth of information on its own.

National Geographic Travel Magazine

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel For inspiration, dreamers, and photo lovers.

Outside Magazine

https://www.outsideonline.com For active adventures, often destination travel. Always an inspiration to get off the couch! 

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