My Two Achilles’ Heels When Traveling – Overpacking and Getting to the Airport Too Early

"Neither flaw is catastrophic in the grand scheme of travel quirks but both say a lot about how I approach the journey: with a lot of excitement, a bit of pre-trip anxiety, and maybe a touch too much preparation in advance."

Five Steps to Making Language Gains Quickly (Traveler Edition)

"Consistency beats intensity every time. Studying for five hours one day and nothing for a week won’t get you far. Instead, aim for 30–60 minutes daily. Travelers can make this even more fun on the road: listen to a podcast on the train, label your hostel or Airbnb objects in your target language, or practice phrases while ordering street food. Small, daily interactions add up quickly."