Travel Video: Know This
Every once in a while, a moment will unfold in front of me and, for whatever reason, I can’t not document what’s unfolding. It’s not always the most obvious or exciting moment, but there’s a truth in it that’s magnetic. I started shooting before I had any concept of what I was doing, before I […]
#PassionPassport Culture Shock
Interactions with other cultures is, for the most part, why we travel. New people, atmospheres, languages, foods, values and beliefs.. the list goes on! It’s not meant to always be easy, in fact, often times culture shock can be extremely overwhelming. As travelers, we don’t want to let culture shock hold us back from […]
A Layover with Zach Murphy
Traveling immerses us in the world, but sometimes in the less eventful moments in between destinations, we just need to escape. “The Layover” is a weekly roundup of books, music, podcasts, and other forms of entertainment brought to you by your favorite world travelers. This week, we reached out to Zach Murphy, creator of the […]
6 Can’t Miss Outdoor Experiences in South America
From the Andean peaks and glaciers of Patagonia to the jungles of the Amazon to the miles and miles of beaches, South America is full of landscapes captivating for any outdoor enthusiast. Over the last year, we spent close to six months exploring the sights and sounds of Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Brazil, […]
4 Ways to Improve Your Travel Writing
When I studied abroad a few years ago, I decided I wanted to be a travel writer. I got my college advisor on board and signed up for an independent study in travel writing — so I could give myself deadlines and receive course credit. I knew nothing about travel writing at the time. Travel […]
5 Tips for Aspiring Travel Photographers
Calling all aspiring travel photographers! We consulted Austin Welch about his top tips for those of you hoping to break into the travel photography world. Here’s what he advised: INVEST IN ADOBE LIGHTROOM AND PHOTOSHOP This is non-negotiable! I find that, on its own, the camera never fully captures how I remember the location or […]
Instagram Spotlight: Jessica Wardwell (@jessica_wardwell)
We feature some of the brightest Instagram storytellers in the Passion Passport community through our Instagram Spotlight series. This week, Jessica Wardwell takes us to Greece, Israel, and Cuba with her photos. Temple Mount Looking back at the photos from my time in Israel still gives me chills. While in Jerusalem, I visited the Temple […]
24 Hours in Florence, Italy
Florence is filled to the brim with culture, art, architecture, and history. It can be a lot to pack into a short trip, so use this handy 24-hour itinerary to spend the perfect day in Florence! When using this itinerary, make sure to buy your tickets for the Galleria Accademia, Galleria Uffizi, and Florence Cathedral […]
6 Easy Day Trips from Florence
Known as the capital of Tuscany, Florence’s ideal location makes it a prime starting spot for many exciting day-trips to nearby cities. These six are sure to make their way onto your itinerary! Siena Head to Siena for its celebration of Gothic architecture and its open-air architecture, easily recognized by the rusty red bricks and […]