Dying to Travel
I’m dying. Before you get upset and send me messages of support, let me reassure you that it’s nothing unusual. I’m dying, and so are you. We’ve all been dying since the...
Sandi McCoy Kramos
Sandi McCoy Kramos is a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctorate from the University of Virginia and over 30 years of experience as a therapist. She is also a lifelong traveler with years of experience planning and implementing individual travel adventures for herself and family and friends. When asked why she started this blog, Sandi said, "Over the years I've realized that when people say they want to travel but don't actually do it, it's often their own insecurities and lack of knowledge that get in the way. I want to give individuals the knowledge they need to actually make their travel dreams come true."
How to Plan a Large Group Travel Adventure
Large Tours Versus Large Groups Those of you who have been following this blog for a while know I’m a big fan of independent travel. I’m sure my attitude sometimes comes across...
Packing Failures and Behavioral Drift
I know a lot about packing. I’ve written a lot about packing. I know the benefits of packing light far outweigh (no pun intended) the downsides. I managed to travel for weeks...
BWT Adventure Guides: Creating a Travel Itinerary
This article is a part of the BWT Adventure Guide series. The BWT Guides are designed to provide a quick and easy overview of information found on the Brave Wise Traveler website....
BWT Adventure Guides: How to Decide on the Travel Adventure That’s Right for You
This article is a part of the BWT Adventure Guide series. The BWT Guides are designed to provide a quick and easy overview of information found on the Brave Wise Traveler website....
BWT Adventure Guides: How to Pack for Your Adventure
This article is a part of the BWT Adventure Guide series. The BWT Guides are designed to provide a quick and easy overview of information found on the Brave Wise Traveler website....
Don’t Try to Look Like a Local!
There are lots of articles on the internet about how to not look like a tourist. My advice to you? Don’t try to look or act like a local. Why? Because most...
What Do You Mean No Tour Goes to Paleochori?!
Many people enjoy exploring their family history. Traveling to the places where your grandparents or great-grandparents or even earlier ancestors were born is a great way to connect with your family heritage....
Keeping History Alive With Travel
Keeping History Alive with Travel Many years ago when my cousin, Jill, and I were traveling in Germany, we told a German friend whom we were visiting that we wanted to visit...
Was Your Vacation a Failure?
Have you ever gone on a trip that you wish you hadn’t? Most of the time, we return from our travels filled with good memories and excited to share stories and photos...