Planning Your Trip
Solo Travel — To solo or not to solo. Rob offers some points from both sides of that coin.
Take the Plunge into a Life of Adventure — A primer on what's to come. Consider it your syllabus.
The Most Powerful Reasons to Travel — How travel can reward your life and what it can mean to you.
The Relentless Pace of Change — Dust off that passport and hit the road while you can.
Finding a Travel Partner — Sharing a once-in-a-lifetime journey isn't easy so Rob offers some resources and tips when selecting a travel partner.
Choosing the Best Destinations — A trip should fit you like a good pair of shoes. Here are some things to consider for yourself when debating the options.
Getting Ready
The Makings of a Traveler — Why do some people crave adventure while others are content sitting at home? Hear Rob's theories, and try to determine what motivates you!
Tips to Keep You Healthy — Even better than an apple a day, Rob helps you stay your best with more of his valuable tips.
Your Best Foot Forward — Some countries can feel as foreign as that world over the rainbow. Rob guides you through some of the notable cultural differences so that you are in the know for your next adventure.
Let's Save a Bundle — Don't be deterred by the price tag on travel. Resurrect those dream plans and learn about the best ways to trim the cost of adventure.
On the Road
Travel Writing — Learn what it takes to record your adventures and get it published.
Protect Those Pockets! — Pickpockets are a fact of life while traveling. Being aware of their ploys and how to avoid them can save your adventure!
Good Sense Equals Good Health — Paying special attention to different circumstances and conditions is vital to staying your optimum during your adventure. Rob offes some tips you might have not thought of before.
How to be a Beautiful American — Interacting properly with a foreign culture is not always easy. Rob offers some tips to help you prepare.
Bargaining — You may shy away from the thought, but at one point or another you will have to come face-to-face with it. Rob demystifies the"B" word.
Bargaining Part II, The Fine Points — Reinforcing the basics of bargaining overseas. You can never be too prepared!
Scams: How to Out Fox the Fox — Keep your wits about you and don't be taken for a fool while on the road.
Far from Familiar Food — Go ahead, take a stab. Whether it's Africa's ugali or Asia's balut, the world offers quite a unique mix of flavors. Here's what you need to know to prepare yourself for those unfamiliar and sometimes odd culinary adventures.
Woman on Her Own — Should concern about harassment or personal safety deter a woman from traveling on her own? No!
Transportation
The Thrill of Local Transportation — Rob challenges you to try the unfamiliar. Try local buses, trains, trolleys, and when you are ready, elephants, camels, tuk-tuks, matatus, ox-carts, and jeepneys. Get ready for the ride of your life!
Civil Aviation Incivility — Rob addresses the dark side of flying in a letter addressed to his"friends," the not-so-friendly airlines of the sky. Undoubtedly, you will unfortunately relate to his pain.
The Nuts and Bolts of Train Travel — Treat yourself to a train trip abroad and use Rob's insight as a guide.
Five of the Best Train Trips — There are some adventures not to be missed and many of them take place aboard a train. Learn about some of the best.
Exotic Bus Trips — Not every bus runs as smoothly as Greyhound. But, as Rob points out, even if such bus trips seem a little intimidating at first, they are a fine way to experience culture and countryside close up. They introduce you to local people and customs in a wonderfully intimate way.
