Author: Russell Gephart

Can you bring hairspray on a plane? It sounds like a small question—until you’re staring at your toiletry bag the night before a flight, trying to decide whether to leave…

There’s a quiet kind of magic in the in-between: the hours stuck in airports, the long stretches of road, the off-grid nights without Wi-Fi. That’s where travel games shine. Not…

Can you bring aerosol sunscreen on a plane? It’s a good question—because it’s not just about TSA rules. It’s about staying protected when you’re moving through unfamiliar climates, about what’s…

You see it stamped on the side of the trailer, printed in the specs, mentioned by sellers who assume you already know: UVW. If you’re new to towing, RV life,…

Can Polaroid film go through TSA? If you’ve ever traveled with instant film, you’ve probably faced that small internal panic at airport security: will the X-ray machine destroy your film?…

Can you bring a dab pen on a plane? If you’re standing in your room the night before a flight, staring at your bag and wondering whether to pack it,…

Can you travel with a passport with your maiden name? It seems like a simple question, until you’re standing at the check-in counter, your ID says one thing, your ticket…

You hear about it in passing—someone keeps a stone in their pocket while traveling. Not just for luck, but for something deeper. Safety. Protection. A sense of being watched over….

Travel food shows aren’t just about food. They’re about memory, identity, conflict, connection, and sometimes, revelation. If you’re someone who looks for meaning in unexpected flavors, who listens for stories…

Can you bring a curling iron on a plane? It’s one of those questions you don’t ask until you’re staring at your suitcase, debating whether that extra ounce of heat-styling…

Do you need a passport to travel to Cabo? If that question’s popped into your head, you’re not alone. Cabo San Lucas feels both close and far—exotic but oddly accessible….

Planning international travel is usually exciting—picking flights, imagining views, and counting down the days. But if you have a DUI on your record, that excitement can quickly turn into uncertainty….