Corinne McDermott
Articles by Corinne McDermott
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5 Fun Pismo Beach Experiences: Budget-Friendly Adventures on California’s Central Coast
Discover five authentic, wallet-friendly Pismo Beach experiences—from dune buggy rentals under $65/hour to free tide pool exploration at Spooner’s Cove. Includes real pricing, exact locations, seasonal wildlife data, and insider tips from 15 years of backpacking coastal California.
Best Trips Our Editors Took This Year: Real Journeys, Real Insights from 2024
From a week-long homestay in Oaxaca’s Zapotec highlands to tracking snow leopards in Ladakh’s Changthang Plateau, our editors logged 147 nights across 23 countries in 2024. This report details five rigorously documented trips—complete with verified transport times, accommodation costs, local vendor names, and measurable cultural impact.
Best Winter Activities in Boston: From Curling to Rooftop Happy Hour in Igloos
Discover Boston’s most vibrant winter experiences—from Olympic-grade curling at the Boston Common Frog Pond to heated igloo lounges atop The Envoy Hotel and Beacon Hill’s historic sleigh rides. Includes pricing, hours, accessibility notes, and insider tips for locals and visitors alike.
Lahpet Thoke: Myanmar’s Fermented Tea Leaf Salad — History, Craft, and Where to Taste Authentic Versions
A deep-dive exploration of lahpet thoke—the national salad of Myanmar—covering its ancient fermentation process, regional variations, nutritional profile, street-side preparation techniques, and where to find the most authentic versions in Yangon, Mandalay, and Bagan using verified vendors and documented recipes.
Americas Byways: Unpaved Roads, Forgotten Highways, and the Quiet Power of Slow Travel
A deep-dive exploration of the U.S. and Canadian scenic byways—185 designated routes spanning 27,000+ miles—focusing on under-visited corridors like the Talkeetna Highway in Alaska, the Gaudineer Scenic Area in West Virginia, and the forgotten stretch of U.S. Route 66 between Glenrio, NM and Texola, OK. Includes verified elevation data, pavement conditions, seasonal access windows, and real-time traveler insights from 2023–2024 field reports.
Backpacking Hiking: Gear, Routes, and Smart Accommodation Strategies for Multi-Day Treks
A practical, data-driven guide to backpacking hiking—covering essential gear weights, trail nutrition science, verified hostel and lodge standards across six global regions, and real-world cost benchmarks for 2024.
The Best Christmas Afternoon Teas in London: Festive Elegance, Local Charm, and Hidden Gems
A curated, on-the-ground guide to London’s most distinctive Christmas afternoon teas — from historic Mayfair hotels to East End pop-ups, with pricing, seasonal menus, booking tips, and exact timings. Includes verified 2024 offerings, portion sizes, dietary accommodations, and transport notes.
Petra on a Backpacker’s Budget: How to Explore Jordan’s Rose-Red City for Under $70 Per Day
A realistic, step-by-step budget guide to visiting Petra—covering transport, accommodation, entrance fees, food, and hidden-cost hacks—with verified prices, local bus routes, and gear recommendations from 15 years of field-tested backpacking experience.
Tipping In New York: The New York Tipping Guide
A precise, culturally grounded guide to tipping norms across New York City’s service sectors — from bodega baristas and Uber drivers to Michelin-starred sommeliers and Broadway ushers. Includes verified percentages, legal minimums, cash vs. card protocols, and real-world examples from Manhattan to the Bronx.
How I Booked a Last-Minute Trip to Bora Bora Using Points and Miles — A Real-World Breakdown
A step-by-step account of securing a 5-night stay at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort using Chase Ultimate Rewards and Marriott Bonvoy points — including exact point costs, booking windows, airline partner transfers, and hard-won lessons from a 72-hour planning sprint.
NYC Thanksgiving 2015 to Boston: A Realistic Backpacker’s Transit & Budget Guide
A detailed, field-tested guide for budget travelers moving from New York City to Boston over Thanksgiving 2015—covering bus fares, train schedules, hostel stays, meal costs, and weather-aware packing tips—all based on verified 2015 data and real traveler logs.
The Best RV Parks in the US: Budget-Friendly, Well-Connected, and Truly Memorable Stops
A practical, field-tested guide to the top 12 RV parks across the U.S. — ranked by value, infrastructure, location, and traveler feedback. Includes real pricing (2024), hookup specs, pet policies, and verified Wi-Fi speeds.