Jodi Ettenberg
Articles by Jodi Ettenberg
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11 Magazines, Journals & Blogs Every Travel Writer Should Know About
How I discovered essential travel publications—not through SEO lists, but by missing a train in Kyoto, then reading my way across Southeast Asia. Practical tips on evaluating credibility, finding authentic voices, and building a sustainable writing practice.
How to Use Travel Apps Giving Away Free Flights: A Realistic Budget Guide
Learn how travel apps giving away free flights actually work—what’s realistic, what requires effort, and how to evaluate offers before committing time or money.
13 Summer Travel Reading Ideas That Actually Fit Your Backpack
How to choose portable, meaningful books for summer travel—what to look for in format, genre, and weight, plus real-world tips from a 3-month rail journey across Southern Europe.
How Costa Rica Running Entirely on Renewable Energy Since Christmas Helps Budget Travelers Save
Learn how Costa Rica’s 100% renewable electricity grid—operational since December 2023—lowers daily travel costs. What to expect, real savings calculations, and actionable steps for budget travelers.
Three Little-Known Beach Getaways in Western Africa: Budget Travel Guide
How to find affordable, low-crowd beach destinations in Western Africa — what to expect, transport costs, safe budget stays, local food, and realistic daily spending estimates.
The Sylvan Lodge Budget Accommodation Guide: What to Expect & How to Book Smart
How to evaluate The Sylvan Lodge for budget travel: price ranges, room types, neighborhood trade-offs, booking strategies, and verified pros/cons. No fluff—just actionable insights.
Tarrytown NY Things to Do: Budget Travel Guide
How to explore Tarrytown, NY on a budget: transport, free sights, affordable eats, and realistic daily costs. What to expect for backpackers and mid-range travelers.
Tamarindo Costa Rica Ideal Base for Solo Travelers: Budget Guide
How to use Tamarindo as a low-cost solo travel base in Costa Rica: housing, transport, food, and activity strategies with real price examples and verified savings.
5 Essential Experiences in Tequila, Mexico: A Realistic Travel Narrative
How to experience Tequila, Mexico authentically—distillery visits, agave fields, local transport, and cultural nuance—based on firsthand travel through Jalisco’s highlands.
How Solo-Group Travel Changed Me: A Realistic Personal Journey
What happens when you book a group trip alone? This honest narrative reveals how solo-group travel reshaped my confidence, connections, and approach to planning — with practical insights for your next trip.
Interview Rolf Potts on the Future of Travel Writing: A Traveler’s Reflection
How a rainy afternoon in Chiang Mai reshaped my approach to travel writing — practical insights on authenticity, slow observation, and why 'story-first' beats 'content-first' every time.
What to Do If Left Behind by a Cruise: Transport Options & Logistics Guide
How to get back after being left behind by a cruise ship. Compare ferry, bus, train, taxi, and rental costs, schedules, booking steps, and pitfalls — with real-world timing and verified price ranges.