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Travel Tips

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After visiting 69+ countries, taking hundreds of flights, and running this travel blog full-time for over 8 years, I’ve learned a thing or two about traveling smarter…not harder.

This category is where I share my best advice – the real, tried-and-tested stuff I use myself. Whether you’re booking international flights, packing for two weeks in a carry-on, or choosing the right travel card for that free upgrade, you’ll find it here.

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In addition to my top travel tips, here’s some content inspiration and ideas on how to enhance your travel lifestyle:

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From specific vacation planning tips to general advice and lifestyle content, I hope these articles help you travel deeper. In addition, be sure to subscribe to my blog for a free packing list and other helpful resources!

Looking for more unique tips for traveling the globe? You’ve come to the right place. Get started with more of my top content below:

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Hey, I'm Jon! Founder of Global Viewpoint

I’m an award-winning travel blogger, and I’m here to help you discover your inner explorer.

For 8 years, I’ve been a travel writer, content creator, and adventure junkie who’s visited 73 countries and 30 national parks (and counting). I travel for 3–6 months per year and my home base is Boston, MA!

I specialize in curated travel itineraries, epic bucket-list experiences, and off-the-beaten-path adventures...from chasing waterfalls in Iceland to hiking the Alps, trekking Patagonia, and road-tripping across New England. I’ve been featured in major publications including Forbes, HuffPost, Yahoo Travel, The Boston Globe, and more.

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    Lake Como is pretty. Lake Garda is fun. Welcome t Lake Como is pretty. Lake Garda is fun.

Welcome to Lake Garda, my absolute favorite lake in Italy 🇮🇹

I’ve been here at least five times over the years, and I genuinely think it’s better for young people than Lake Como. There’s more to do, it’s more adventure-oriented, and it just feels way less “look but don’t touch.”

I’ve done Lake Garda as an easy add-on from Venice and Verona. I’ve used it as the launch pad before road-tripping into the Dolomites. I’ve even dropped down here from the Swiss Alps and the Austrian Alps, and every time it hits.

And the towns are absolutely stunning. I’ve stayed in Sirmione, Malcesine, Riva del Garda, and Limone sul Garda, plus way up on the lake in Gargnano. There’s a hotel up there called Villa Sostaga that’s seriously so nice! 

If I could live anywhere in Italy, it would be right here. Save this for your Italy trip! Shoot me a text on WhatsApp +1 954-504-1048 if you want recs on which Garda town to pick as your home base. 🇮🇹

#lakegarda #italytravel #italytrip #visititaly #europebucketlist #dolomites #verona #venice #travelreels #beautifuldestinations #limonesulgarda #sirmione #rivadelgarda #malcesine #2026travel #travelinfluencer
    It’s not the tallest mountain, but it’s one of the It’s not the tallest mountain, but it’s one of the most fun full days you’ll get out East…

A couple years ago I rolled into Mont-Tremblant for a quick ski weekend with friends and it turned into one of my favorite ski towns in Eastern North America 🙌⛷️

The village is fully pedestrian, super colorful, and gives off a little European vibe. You can walk everywhere, then hop on the gondola and you’re on the mountain in minutes.

And the skiing is legit: 102 trails across 4 sides, so it never feels like you’re lapping the same runs all day.

And it’s not just a winter thing! I’ve been here in summer too and it’s unreal. Hiking, biking, lake time, it’s a super scenic area in the heart of Quebec 🙌

Easy road trip from Montreal and Ottawa, and doable from Boston or NYC if you want a bigger weekend mission. 🫡

Who are you bringing here in 2026? 🏔️⛷️

#monttremblant #quebec #skitrip #tremblant #canadatravel #skiing #winter #wintersports #onlyincanada #outdoor #canadaphotography #travelbloglife
    POV: it’s midnight in Iceland and you’re the only POV: it’s midnight in Iceland and you’re the only one at this iconic waterfall 💦 I shot this in late June, when the midnight sun is in full effect and you can literally explore 24/7. 🙌

Sure, go for the Aurora this year, but don’t miss early summer when it’s super green & light all the time! ☀️
    This is the U.S. I want the world to see…not just This is the U.S. I want the world to see…not just the famous cities!

Sedona is pure magic 🏜️ And honestly, if it were located anywhere else in the US, it would be a national park.

Add this to your USA bucket list! 🇺🇸

#sedona #arizona #travelblogger #naturelover #usatravel #southwestroadtrip #underratedplaces #visittheusa
    I did not expect THIS in Uzbekistan. I walked th I did not expect THIS in Uzbekistan. 

I walked through this doorway and suddenly I was standing in Registan Square, completely stunned. The scale, the color, the quiet power of it all feels like stepping into an empire that never really left.

Samarkand is the kind of place that reminds you why you travel in the first place. Big history, unreal beauty, and that rare feeling of seeing something that still feels wildly underrated & absolutely magical. 🕌✨

If you’ve been sleeping on Uzbekistan, this is your sign. 🇺🇿 Save this for your Central Asia list and tell me what spot you want me to cover next.
    Ireland gets me every time. 🍀 You’ll fly into Dub Ireland gets me every time. 🍀

You’ll fly into Dublin, but the real magic starts when I point the car west. The Wild Atlantic Way is hands-down one of my favorite road trips in Europe. 🚗

Galway has my heart, and those cliffs still don’t feel real. The mix of moody coast, green hills, and epic jaw-drop views is exactly my kind of scenery.

And the pub scene? That surprised me the most. I was always an IPA and Belgian ale guy and never cared about Guinness or Irish beer, but being there changed that fast!! 🍻

The small towns are lively, the music hits, and strangers feel like friends in five minutes. Ireland is beautiful, yes, but it’s the people that make it one of Europe’s top destinations. 🇮🇪

#ireland #dublin #wildatlanticway #galway #irelandtravel #europetrip #travelbucketlist #friendstrip #ırıshpub #guinnessstorehouse #cliffsofmoher #europeroadtrip #adventuretraveler #livemusicrocks #ireland_insta #globus
    Winter in Colombia and we ended up trail running i Winter in Colombia and we ended up trail running in Tayrona. @joshuadeanchurch and I were cooked 😅☀️ 

Then we saw the ocean and just went for it.
Barefoot sprint. Sand is lava. Water is heaven. Felt like being a kid again! 

I love Tayrona for this exact kind of reset. Wild beaches, jungle energy, and a feeling of remoteness yet complete connection.

Santa Marta is such an underrated base for it too. Great winter weather, fresh food, friendly people, and easy access to some of Colombia’s prettiest coastline. 🇨🇴

#tayrona #travelbucketlist #tayronanationalpark #travelmemories #colombia🇨🇴 #caribbeantravel #colombiatravel #adventuretravel #wellnesstravel #hiddengem
    This island is the most dramatic place I’ve visite This island is the most dramatic place I’ve visited in the Caribbean 🏝️

Saint Lucia is one of my favorite Caribbean islands, and I’ve been to many over the years. It feels wild, cinematic, and totally unlike anywhere else in the Caribbean.

The Pitons are the main event. Two volcanic giants rising straight out of the sea near Soufrière, roughly 2,400 to 2,600 feet tall, and they make the whole coastline feel unreal. 🙌

If you’re planning winter travel and want a trip that feels completely unique, this is the move. It’s my go-to answer when people ask about the best Caribbean destination!

For a super romantic getaway, stay near Soufrière for the Pitons, jungle energy, and quieter luxury. Sugar Beach is the iconic one, sitting right between the Pitons with a view that’s absolutely magical.

If you want easier beaches, restaurants, and a bit more buzz, go for Rodney Bay. It’s a smoother base if you like mixing chill days with a little nightlife.

Beyond the romantic vacation vibes, you can spend your days on a catamaran, hitting the Sulphur Springs mud baths, and knocking out rainforest or waterfall hikes. It’s equal parts soft and adventurous, which is exactly why it works for couples.

December through April is the sweet spot for drier weather. If you’re eyeing winter 2026, now’s the time to lock in your flights and hotels! Send me a msg on WhatsApp (in bio) for my recommended hotels! 👀🏝️

#saintlucia #caribbeanvibes #stluciahoneymoon #wintervacation #travelblog #caribbeantravel #wintertravel #islandlife #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #caribbeanvacation #2026travelgoals
    This town made me breathe deeper… I opened the cu This town made me breathe deeper…

I opened the curtains and honestly just stood there. Snowy peaks, storybook rooftops, and that inspiring Bavarian mountain energy that feels unreal. 🏔️

It’s Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany 🇩🇪 One of the most magical stops in the Alps, especially in winter! 

I love it because it’s the perfect base for big adventure days and slow, cozy nights. You can chase views at Zugspitze (Germany’s highest mountain), then end the day with a warm meal and a walk through town.

Fun fact: Garmisch-Partenkirchen is technically two towns stitched together (for the 1936 Winter Olympics). Garmisch feels more modern and lively, while Partenkirchen is sleepier…bringing more of that old-world magic.

If you’re building an Alps road trip, add this stop and nearby Mittenwald. I already can’t wait to go back! 🇩🇪 

#garmischpartenkirchen #alps #bavaria #christmasvillage #garmisch #bavarianalps #germanytravel #partenkirchen #alpsroadtrip #zugspitze #mittenwald #europetravel #visitgermany #travelblogger
    POV: Staying in a cozy hotel, watching snow fall o POV: Staying in a cozy hotel, watching snow fall outside your window, then realizing the White Mountains are just steps away… a whole winter wonderland waiting for you to explore. ❄️🏔️ Ahh the Aurora!! The perfect getaway from Boston! #newengland #aurora #visitnh #wintervibes
    POV: you book the cheapest hotel in the White Moun POV: you book the cheapest hotel in the White Mountains…and it secretly comes with a barrel sauna in fresh snow. ❄️🔥

I paid $50/night for this place and stepped into this cozy sauna with that view. My cousin owns it so I’m a little biased 😂 but this has to be one of the best winter stays for under $100 🏔️

Save this for your next cozy getaway and send it to the friend you’d drag here! 😎

#whitemountains #newhampshire #uniquehotels #wintergetaway #budgettravel #visitnh
    One of the most beautiful towns in Europe…Český Kr One of the most beautiful towns in Europe…Český Krumlov, Czechia 🇵🇭✨

Tucked into a bend of the Vltava in South Bohemia, about two hours from Prague, it feels like a real-life storybook. Every cobblestone street, every pastel facade, the castle watching over it all. 🏰

I visited in 2021 and it honestly didn’t feel real. Most old towns have one pretty square. Here, every street looks like a postcard! 📸 

Save this for your next Europe trip and tag who you’re bringing to Český Krumlov 🇨🇿✨

#ceskykrumlov #europetravel #travelbucketlist #learningnewthings #hiddengems
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