Category Archives: USA

Your Perfect Dallas Layover: Food, Art & Brews in 24 Hours

Arriving in Dallas on layover? Work conference? Or maybe you want to look around before you head to Fort Worth. Did you have a cereal bar on your menu? Well, keep reading… this guide covers the essentials you’ll want to check out. Getting Started (Hour 0–1) Touch Down & Refresh You’ve just landed on your […]

LAX Uber Survival Guide: How Not to Die Getting an Uber from LAX

Getting an Uber/Lyft at LAX is like watching paint peel. It’s wonderful! When you exit the Terminal look for signs that say LAX-it. Get it? “LA Exit.” No, I don’t know who came up with that name. It sounds like a German BD*M latex club item from the movie Eurotrip.  And no, when you find […]

This Striking D.C. Urban Retreat Is One of the Most Unique Hotels in the Nation’s Capital

If you want a break from the Fairmont’s grandeur and political buzz, this newly revamped 191-room hotel, just steps from the White House and Australian Embassy, might be the peaceful retreat you need. Introduction If you think you need to spend a fortune to enjoy Washington D.C.—coughs in Fairmont dollars—either to visit or to get […]

48 Hours in Washington, D.C.: Things to Do and See (Election Fever, Craft Beer & Food)

Washington, D.C.—Election season? Buckle up. The city unfolds in front of me like the start of a spy thriller. A city always on the brink of something major. But today, it felt different. Today, I wasn’t just attending a conference; I was in the middle of an operation I didn’t sign up for. Safe Houses […]

The Best VPN for Remote Work and Travel in 2025

GL.iNet GL-MT1300 VPN Wireless Little Travel Router

By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. The best VPN travel router based on my experiences traveling to 30+ countries and flying over 300,000 miles: The GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX). A VPN router paired with a VPN service is crucial for remote work whether at home or abroad.  Remote work is […]

Remote Work Paradise: 4 Days in Guam (with a Layover in Korea)

In a rush? Download your FREE ultimate packing guide as a PDF and get ready for your next remote-work adventure. Click here to grab the PDF now. Originally published in 2022. Updated: May 6, 2025 Guam? Where’s Guam? Guam is probably not the first place you think of when you imagine a Pacific island. Especially […]

Boston Travel Guide: Navigating Boston’s T Like a Pro (Even on a Budget!)

By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. Boston’s public transit system, affectionately called “The T,” is surprisingly efficient and budget-friendly – and yes, there’s even a FREE option to get you from the airport to downtown Boston upon arrival! However, keep in mind that you’ll need to pay for your […]

From Seattle to Austin: A Foodie’s Guide to BBQ, Breweries, and Beyond

By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. As a Seattle-based remote worker, I’m accustomed to an abundance of fresh seafood, diverse Asian cuisine (we are the home of teriyaki, after all), and a thriving beer scene. In Ballard alone, you can grab a “Ballard Brewed Passport” and explore its numerous […]

Your Ultimate Guide to a “Bleisure” Trip in Austin, Texas

By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. Are you heading to Austin, Texas, for a business trip or conference? Why not extend your stay and explore this vibrant city? Whether you’re squeezing in sightseeing between meetings or adding a few days for “bleisure” travel, Austin has something for everyone – […]

The Liberty Hotel: A Luxury Stay in a Historic Jail

By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. Boston is renowned for its rich history, and the Liberty Hotel embodies this perfectly. This one-of-a-kind hotel, housed in a beautifully repurposed jail, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Essentially, it allows you to rediscover history with a modern […]