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HoneyTrek

11 Sep 2025, 22:23

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San Francisco Peninsula Road Trip

Everyone knows the world-class city of San Francisco and the high-tech hub Silicon Valley, but many miss the treasures in between. The San Francisco Peninsula is just a few miles south of the city, flanked by the Pacific Ocean and the SF Bay, with stunning mountains running up the middle. While it has a bunch... The post San Francisco Peninsula Road Trip appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

02 Aug 2025, 22:44

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South Africa Glamping: Few & Far Luvhondo

Our safari vehicle ascended into the Soutpansberg Mountains, passing 2,000-year-old acacia trees, craggy red cliffs, and pinstriped kudu browsing the bushes. With every switchback, anticipation built for our South Africa glamping stay at Few & Far Luvhondo, Sarah and Jacob Dusek’s great return to outdoor hospitality after selling Under Canvas in 2018. Unlike their previous... The post South Africa Glamping: Few & Far Luvhondo appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

28 Jun 2025, 18:22

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The Best USA Road Trips

Here at HoneyTrek, we absolutely LOVE road trips. In fact, we have road tripped through all 50 US States (not to mention countless Canadian Provinces, Mexican states, and nearly 100 countries). The feeling of cruising down the backroads of America, windows down, solid tunes on the radio…that's a vibe! Below you will find our favorite... The post The Best USA Road Trips appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

22 Jun 2025, 20:27

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Angola Trip: Uncharted Tourist Territory from Calai to Dirico

Overlanding from Namibia to Angola was a total wild card. All we really knew was that this southern African country was a Portuguese colony for ~400 years and was embroiled in a decades-long civil war until 2002. We figured we’d get to the border town of Rundu, Namibia, gather some local intel for this Angola... The post Angola Trip: Uncharted Tourist Territory from Calai to Dirico appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

02 Jun 2025, 19:01

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New Jersey Road Trip: 11 Unexpected Things to Do in The Garden State

We lived in New Jersey for 11 years, but after this 7-day road trip, we realized how much we had taken for granted. Nicknamed the Garden State, it boasts numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, including 130 miles of beaches, 12 national park sites, and the first national reserve. It’s the only state in the US where... The post New Jersey Road Trip: 11 Unexpected Things to Do in The Garden State appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

06 Apr 2025, 11:31

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7-Day Italy Itinerary: A Journey of Romance, Beauty, and Unforgettable Moments

Some places grab you the moment you arrive—and Italy is definitely one of them. It’s not just the history, food, or stunning views; it’s something you feel. Imagine sitting in a cozy little wine bar in Florence, walking along quiet canals in Venice at night, or having a meal in Rome that tantalizes your tastebuds... The post 7-Day Italy Itinerary: A Journey of Romance, Beauty, and Unforgettable Moments appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

25 Mar 2025, 17:38

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How to Travel the World on $75 a Day: Author Interview with Nomadic Matt

When it comes to seasoned long-term travelers and bloggers on the topic, our friend Matt Kepnes of Nomadic Matt is an undisputed authority. He’s a travel media maven, and we’re honored he’s invited us to speak at his conferences, give webinars to the Nomadic Network community, and write articles for his website. We share a... The post How to Travel the World on $75 a Day: Author Interview with Nomadic Matt appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

01 Mar 2025, 08:39

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Minimalist Packing: How to Travel Light Without Sacrificing Comfort or Style

Packing light might feel like an impossible task, especially when we’re trying to prepare for every what-if scenario. But traveling with less doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or style. In fact, embracing minimalist packing can make trips more enjoyable by reducing stress, saving time, and giving us the freedom to focus on the journey itself. Remember,... The post Minimalist Packing: How to Travel Light Without Sacrificing Comfort or Style appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

31 Dec 2024, 05:41

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2024 Year in Review & 2025 Preview

You’d think on our 13th year as full-time travelers, we’d be tired of all the moving around. But we continue to meet people who inspire us, find places that take our breath away, and learn new things every day–about other cultures and ourselves. Sometimes we think about planting a root, like this year it was... The post 2024 Year in Review & 2025 Preview appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

29 Aug 2024, 01:51

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Gold Country, California Road Trip: Sierra Nevadas, Gold Rush Towns, Wine Country & Big Adventures

The California Gold Rush changed the country forever. 300,000 people came from across the US and every corner of the world to strike it rich. Dozens of towns sprang up overnight in what was once the backwaters of Mexico, sparsely populated with Native Americans. While the 1849 Gold Rush had terrible consequences for the indigenous... The post Gold Country, California Road Trip: Sierra Nevadas, Gold Rush Towns, Wine Country & Big Adventures appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

05 Jun 2024, 19:18

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Our Top 10 Dive Destinations in The World

The second international trip Mike and I took together was to Belize for our PADI open-water diver certification. In many ways, the vacation was a test to see, not only if we loved scuba, but also traveling together. After days of exploring the tropical waters, swimming alongside eagle rays, nurse sharks, countless reef fish, and... The post Our Top 10 Dive Destinations in The World appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

22 May 2024, 22:35

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Best of Borneo: Sabah, Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the world’s 17 “megadiverse” countries, with Borneo being their crown jewel of biodiversity! The world’s third largest island, fringed by a coral reef, covered with a 130-million-year-old rainforest, and teeming with endemic species, this is a place of epic proportions. While Borneo Malaysia is shared between two other countries (Indonesia and ... The post Best of Borneo: Sabah, Malaysia appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

22 Feb 2024, 23:33

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Things To Do In Ventura County for Beach Lovers

I grew up just 50 miles south of Ventura County, California and have so many fond memories of this retreat from LA…Mission San Buenaventura was my 4th-grade project, Oxnard was our spot for strawberry picking, Ventura Beach is where I had my 17th birthday party, Camarillo Outlets got me decked out for prom, and the... The post Things To Do In Ventura County for Beach Lovers appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

14 Jan 2024, 03:07

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Fun Things to Do in Madison for Sustainable Travelers

Regularly voted one of the most liveable, happiest, and greenest cities in the USA, Madison is the kind of place we wanted to stop and stay for a while. As a capital city and university town, it has a balance of sophistication and fun. Take all those cosmopolitan offerings and surround them with 5 lakes... The post Fun Things to Do in Madison for Sustainable Travelers appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

03 Jan 2024, 20:33

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HoneyTrek 2023 Year in Review & 2024 Travel Preview

2023 may have been HoneyTrek’s biggest travel year since we started our around-the-world trip 4,363 days ago! To sum up this 2023 Travel Year in Review, we road-tripped 26 states, 7 Canadian provinces, and a total of 20,209 miles—that was just around North America! Across 10 more countries, we backpacked from Germany to Romania, skied... The post HoneyTrek 2023 Year in Review & 2024 Travel Preview appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

23 Dec 2023, 14:49

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Loneliest Road in America: The Ultimate Guide to Nevada Route 50

Don’t let the title “Loneliest Road in America” fool you. Nevada’s Highway 50 has been a major thoroughfare since the Pony Express connected the West. And when mail by horse faded with the dawn of the telegraph and automobile, the route blazed a new trail as the first transcontinental highway, from New York to San... The post Loneliest Road in America: The Ultimate Guide to Nevada Route 50 appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

17 Dec 2023, 19:13

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The Best of Glacier Country, Montana

With the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, millions of acres of pristine wilderness, and the epic Glacier National Park, Western Montana doesn’t have to do much to impress its visitors. But with that kind of beauty and friendly locals who want to share it, Glacier Country has become one of our favorite... The post The Best of Glacier Country, Montana appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

06 Nov 2023, 21:11

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Visiting Rwanda: Africa’s Land of 1,000 Hills, Mountain Gorillas, and Sustainable Travel

The Land of a Thousand Hills, home of the mountain gorillas, and the “Heart of Africa,” Rwanda has long captured our imagination. We featured the country in our National Geographic book, even though it was one of the few we had not yet visited, because we knew their remarkable story deserved a spot in Ultimate... The post Visiting Rwanda: Africa's Land of 1,000 Hills, Mountain Gorillas, and Sustainable Travel appeared first on HoneyTrek.

HoneyTrek

12 Sep 2023, 15:32

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Saskatchewan Road Trip: From Boreal Forest to Badlands

Not many people talk about the wonders of a Saskatchewan road trip, but clearly, they didn’t get very far off the Trans-Canada Highway. We started our Saskatchewan road trip from the far north of the province because we knew it had vast boreal forests, glacial lakes, and some of the world’s oldest rock formations. Working... The post Saskatchewan Road Trip: From Boreal Forest to Badlands appeared first on HoneyTrek.