The Clever Travel Companion Updates
Rocamadour, France, Simply Breathtaking!
As unbelievable this town in France is, it's actually for real. Much of it carved right out of the mountainside. Amazing!
Trying Not to Look Like a Tourist
Being a tourist can sometimes put a big target on your back. There are people who make their entire living off scamming and pickpocketing travelers. Being...
The Forgetful Tourist
People leave items behind in hotel rooms all the time. Everything from sunglasses to laptops are forgotten every day, so if you find that you’re always...
Sarlat, a Beautiful Town in the Lot, France
In my opinion Sarlat in the Lot region is one fo France's most beautiful places. The whole region is full of beautiful old houses, villages, castles, monasteries. And they...
Round - a - What? How to Conquer Roundabouts Abroad
Driving on a roundabout can be hard for Americans who are not used to them. While roundabouts are popular in many European countries they are not...
Grand Canyon in the Fall
To all of you who have not yet visited the Grand Canyon but are contemplating a fall trip.... here are some photos from my second trip...
One Time in China.....
...we were taught the art of packing. Not safe, but high!
Save Money Dining Out When Traveling
Traveling can be expensive, but there are so many ways that you can save on trips that it is almost impossible to not find deals. Keeping more money...
Why do they drive on the "wrong" side in some countries?!
Throughout history most countries have driven on the left side of the road in accordance with left-side laws kept by each country. In fact, there is...
Travel Story: A Pickpocketing in Ireland
This is the story of Krista Gulbransen of San Francisco who was on vacation in Dublin with a friend who was visiting her father for the...
Let's celebrate & you can win free gear!
Want to win some Clever Travel Gear or get 30% off? Join our Marco Polo Birthday bash! Did you know that on September 15th, Marco Polo, the...
To Tip or Not to Tip. That is the Question!
In America, we are so used to tipping for everything, we don’t even think twice about it when we go to restaurants or have services performed,...