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Travel stories and experiences from all around the world. Read all the exciting adventures here!

El Capitan in Yosemite National Park with fog clinging to its face | BIG tiny World Travel

Visiting Yosemite in Winter – The 5-Hour Koosh Ball (#1 of 1000 Experiences)

May 3, 2022

An experience doesn’t have to be positive to be memorable. Read the lessons we learned from surviving a snowstorm in Yosemite! … More Visiting Yosemite in Winter – The 5-Hour Koosh Ball (#1 of 1000 Experiences)

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SafetyWing Nomad Travel Medical Insurance: Emergency Evacuation

March 31, 2022

Is SafetyWing Insurance worth it? Here’s our experience with an emergency evacuation and what you might expect from a similar situation. … More SafetyWing Nomad Travel Medical Insurance: Emergency Evacuation

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Robbed While Traveling! The Mistake We Made and How to Protect Your Stuff

March 25, 2022

Fear getting robbed? Learn how to avoid this common scam in Cape Town and what to do if you become a victim. … More Robbed While Traveling! The Mistake We Made and How to Protect Your Stuff

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Aaron and Brianna wearing bike helmets in front of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge | BIG tiny World Travel

How to Best Celebrate the 4th of July in San Francisco

July 18, 2021

Bikes and ferries and cruises, oh my! See how we celebrated the 4th of July on the San Francisco Bay, Day 6 of our West Coast road trip! … More How to Best Celebrate the 4th of July in San Francisco

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My Journey To Nomadic Freedom

September 3, 2020

Nomadic freedom is the ability to travel whenever and wherever you want to. Read more about my journey and how you can get there too! … More My Journey To Nomadic Freedom

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Aaron sitting at a viewpoint overlooking Brasov, Romania

The Uncertain Future of Travel – Where to Next?

August 20, 2020

The future of travel is uncertain, but you can still make the most of it. Click for our thoughts on the situation and where we go from here. … More The Uncertain Future of Travel – Where to Next?

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A garden in Brussels, Belgium

Free Walking Tours – All You Need to Know

July 2, 2020

Free walking tours are an excellent way to get to know a new city while traveling. Curious what they’re all about? We’ve got you covered! … More Free Walking Tours – All You Need to Know

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Waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

Visiting Plitvice Lakes in Autumn – Things to know before going

June 11, 2020

In Croatia, Plitvice Lakes National Park is a must-see destination. It’s even great in late autumn! Click here to check out why! … More Visiting Plitvice Lakes in Autumn – Things to know before going

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A Glimpse of Avoiding Pickpocketing

May 23, 2020

Rome is known for having teams of pickpockets. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself and stay safe during your visit. … More A Glimpse of Avoiding Pickpocketing

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A Glimpse of Couchsurfing Italy

May 16, 2020

Most don’t plan to go to Reggio Emilia, but it’s certainly worth the stop! Click to read what you can expect from your visit! … More A Glimpse of Couchsurfing Italy

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