J The Travel Authority

I never check luggage. Even when I’m on the road for six plus weeks, I only travel with a carry-on bag and a small backpack, along with...

Flying is a hassle as it is without having to deal with lost, damaged or stolen luggage. That's why I only travel with a carry-on. Even...

When I pack for a trip, I want clothes that are lightweight, perform well and look good. Anything to do with sustainability would be a bon...

Visiting Greenland in the fall with only a carry-on weekender tote bag for five days of travel seems impossible. But not for someone like m...

Whenever I fly, I'm observing the behavior of the passengers around me. It's often surprising to see how many get up -- often whe...

I just returned from a bicycle trip to South Korea where the guide was -- hmm, how should I say this diplomatically -- less than competent....

When I travel, I’m obsessed with a lot of things, most notably -- especially given my background in the health and life sciences -- avoidi...

     With economy seating getting tighter and tighter, there's even more reason to have all your necessities -- especially on long fli...

What if I told you (women) that you could pack one piece of fabric (tube-shaped) that could replace 20 items in your luggage?  Oh, and what ...

When I travel slowly, whether its peddling on old farm roads in northern Spain or walking on cliff top paths mostly used by fishermen in Por...

I call myself an itinerant writer because, unlike many independent journalists, I don't work out of my home nor do I write in an office....

You probably all know by now that no matter how long I'm on the road, I don't check luggage. Everything, from my very complete first...

Because I tend to travel frequently and sometimes for long stretches, I need to be super organized when I'm packing. And Eagle Creek is ...

I love wearing comfortable, functional clothing, especially if it can be worn both on the trail and at night. (It all helps with being a sav...

I'm one of those women who's just not into a multitude of shoes, especially when I'm traveling. And, in order to travel for more...

I've posted and guest posted quite a bit on my ultra-light packing tips making it possible for me never to check luggage when I'm f...