Where I Unpack the Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 11 — October 1, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that’s about travel. Sometimes it’s about life. Usually, it’s a little of both. Revisiting My Past Travels I am in the process of creating some YouTube videos on the countries I’ve recently visited. The memories this has evoked are remarkable. Rarely do I go back and watch videos of our...
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West End in Roatan, Honduras The One Checked Bag Newsletter — Issue 9 Where I Unpack the Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 9 — September 1, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that’s about travel. Sometimes it’s about life. Usually, it’s a little of both. Hiring a Local Tour Guide If you’ve ever been on a cruise, you’ve probably been approached at the ports by people offering to drive you...
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 8 Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 8 - August 19, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. Multi-Generational Travel I’m five days late with my newsletter. My apologies (kind of). Though disappointed it wasn’t published Saturday, I have an excuse I can live...
about 2 months ago • 6 min read
The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 7 Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 7 - August 1, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. The Dog Days of Summer Here we are, quite literally, in the dog days of summer. In case you were wondering, it's not just a phrase. It actually refers to the period from...
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Bon Secour River outside of The Tin Top Restaurant & Oyster Bar Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 6 - July 15, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. This issue I am sharing with you an unforgettable moment that still lingers with me, as well as another that I regret. And just for fun, you’ll...
3 months ago • 8 min read
The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 5 Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 5 - July 1, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. This week, I’ve been thinking about travel margin: making room for dreams, room for discovery, room for delays, and room for things not going according to plan. Bucket...
3 months ago • 5 min read
The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 4 Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 4 - June 15, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. I’ll be here twice a month, sharing stories, reflections, lessons learned, and a few surprises along the way. Thanks for joining me on the journey. Why I Prioritize...
4 months ago • 6 min read
The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 3 Where I Unpack The Experience, Not Just the Itinerary Issue 3 - June 1, 2026 Welcome to One Checked Bag. The blog tells you where I went. The newsletter tells you what I learned once I got there. Sometimes that's about travel. Sometimes it's about life. Usually it's a little of both. I’ll be here twice a month, sharing stories, reflections, lessons learned, and a few surprises along the way. Thanks for joining me on the journey. What Morocco Taught Me…...
4 months ago • 5 min read
Fountain at Luxembourg Gardens in Paris The One Checked Bag Newsletter - Issue 2 (May 15, 2026) Welcome to One Checked Bag. This newsletter is where I go a little deeper than the blog—less “what to see,” more what travel actually feels like, what I’d do differently, and what matters once you’re there. I’ll be here twice a month, sharing stories, reflections, lessons learned, and a few surprises along the way. Thanks for joining me on the journey. Does Advance Preparation Kill the Enjoyment of...
5 months ago • 5 min read