Shawn Forno

How to Ask for the Time Off You Deserve, & Why Vacations Make You a Better Worker
While Europeans casually enjoy anywhere from 4–6 weeks of paid leave every year (Aussies too), many Americans are not only satisfied with our meager 10 paid vacation days—nearly half of American employees don’t even bother to use all of them.
An extensive 2014 GFK workplace study of over 1,300 employees across various industries found that a whopping 41% of American employees don’t use all of their annual paid l...

People in their 20’s don’t know how to travel. And that's ok. Because (spoiler alert) travel just gets better with age.

From prehistoric wicker basket to state of the art rucksack—the modern backpack is younger than you think.

I’m in a new relationship for the first time in a few years, and it’s going really well. And like most people that find themselves in an exciting new romantic tryst, I’ve been thinking about gravity a lot.

From airport security and 14-hour bus rides to hiking treks and happy hour mixers, today’s travelers expect comfortable, durable, functional travel pants all in a stylish package. Here are six of the best travel pants in 2019 and what you should look for in a really great pair of travel pants for every kind of trip, traveler, and budget.

Most airlines charge a ton for checked bags—even on international flights—and buying specialized gear means extra bags, oversized luggage fees, and lots of hassle. Why not rent your gear when you land instead of buying (and packing it) before you leave? Here's how.

This is the gear you need to combine your travel dreams with upping your professional savvy to truly enjoy the freedom and flexibility of the open road.

People in their 20s don’t know how to travel. No, really. They're the worst. And so was I.

Packing in carry on bag means packing less while asking your clothing to do more. Especially when it comes to travel underwear. So, to make sure you have the best bits for your bits, I personally took a look at three of the best travel underwear on the market today. Here are the results.

You don’t have to work from Everest base camp to be a digital nomad. All you need are a few apps and software to let you work from anywhere. Make the leap from cubicle to cafe with these 15 apps and increase your productivity from any destination.

Smaller “travel-size” items (when they actually work) are often way more expensive than the full-size stuff, while still being inferior. I hate to say it, but size does matter, and even in the travel world, sometimes bigger is better. Here's a rundown of the best lightweight travel gear under 6 oz.

Your smartphone is the best travel gadget you own. Yes, it's nice to “unplug” and step away from the wifi when you travel, but there's a reason you never leave home without your phone. Here's a list of all the gadgets your phone replaces while you're traveling.

Here's a look at T-Mobile’s new three-tiered international roaming plan, and a few alternatives for when things go wrong, the data is too slow, your country isn’t covered, or you’re just looking for another international cell phone plan.

Looking awesome while traveling in a carry on bag is tough. But carry on travel is about more than ease, comfort, and efficiency. Up your travel game with this dapper dude packing list full of essential grooming, wardrobe, and style tips to ensure that you’re the best-dressed guy at your hostel.

Finding wifi on the road is a pain in the ass. You waste half your day wandering from cafe to cafe sipping 3€ lattes while you try to upload that one hilarious picture of yourself in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Don’t waste your precious vacation time begging for wifi passwords like Oliver Twist. Hack the matrix, fellow traveler. Here the best ways to find free travel wifi that actually works.