7 Essential OTC Medications to Carry When Traveling

7 Essential OTC Medications to Carry When Traveling

I am a big fan of natural medicine and have more than once found that a natural form of medicine has healed me permanently where the traditional Western doctors could only dull my pain. That being said, everything has its place and when you are traveling, you want to get out and see things, not stay stuck in a hotel room or hostel, miserable. In these situations, an over-the-counter (OTC) pill...

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Gear Review: Vibram Five Fingers KSO (4.5 out of 5 stars)

Gear Review:  Vibram Five Fingers KSO (4.5 out of 5 stars)

I had been reading about these amazing new shoes that make you feel like you are walking barefoot, but still somewhat protect you from the elements. I am referring to the Vibram Five Fingers line of shoes. They are designed to be like gloves for your feet, fitting a sleeve around each of your toes, and having a very thin sole, so you can really feel the ground as you walk. I love to go barefoot...

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Gear Review: SCOTTEVEST Fleece 5.0 Jacket (4.9 out of 5 Stars)

Gear Review:  SCOTTEVEST Fleece 5.0 Jacket (4.9 out of 5 Stars)

Let me start by saying that I love travel gear and am always on the lookout for the next perfect thing to add to my collection. I also travel light, so most things that I buy need to either be multi-functional, or be really good at what they do. I purchased the SCOTTEVEST Fleece 5.0 Jacket and can say that it is almost the perfect travel jacket. It is a welcome addition to my gear list and I...

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How We Evaluate Gear

How We Evaluate Gear

Minimalist travel requires some thought when it comes to gear. In order to travel light, it is necessary to evaluate everything that one carries for true need and functionality. Most items should fill several roles or be compact and lightweight, or both. One of the things that I love about travel is the idea that I will carry very few things and everything that I have is something that I need....

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