Jan Schroder

Atlanta

Editor-in-Chief at TheTravel100

Travel Writer at Freelance

Travel writer and editor l Editor-in-chief of @TheTravel100

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Articles

Cacti, Crystals and Canyons: Perfect 5-day road trip in Arizona

1 week ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

7 When I was 12 I saw the Grand Canyon for about 2 minutes, Chevy Chase “Vacation”-style. It was time for a return visit, so why not make it a road trip through our 48th state to catch other attractions? We drove from the height of Mount Lemmon outside of Tucson to the verdant Oak Creek Valley near Sedona on our way to our final stop, the Grand Canyon. Along the way I discovered a new favorite town with excellent wines and romantic boutique hotel and ate my weight in Mexican dishes.
Learn 1,000 words of Portuguese in just 2 minutes

2 weeks ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

We started our month-long stay in Lagos in Portugal with a walking tour of the city with Brodie Shreeve of Vagabundo Travel. Brodie is originally from Australia, but has been in Portugal for 18 years. One of our favorite parts of his informative and entertaining tour was his lesson on how to learn 1,000 words of Portuguese in just two minutes.
Our #1 money-saving tip for visiting Europe

4 weeks ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

1 While credit cards are widely accepted for just about anything in Europe, there are times and places you will need cash. On our last visit we used cash to tip tour guides, to make purchases in markets and to leave tips in restaurants. Using an ATM is a quick and easy way to withdraw cash, but be careful about which ATM you use. There are several independent ATMs like Travelex, Your Cash, Cardpoint and Cashzone, with Euronet being the most prevalent.
We pack these to stay safe in hotels and keep children safe in waterfront properties

4 weeks ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

3 I always use the deadbolt on my hotel room, but what if that’s not an option? I recently stayed in a lovely historical hotel but the only lock on my door was a pushbutton on the doorknob like I had in my childhood home. A hard push on the door would have opened it easily. I did not feel too safe. I bought these compact, lightweight door stoppers with an alarm with three sound levels.
Travel Trivia: What country consumes the most wine per capita?

1 month ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

8 During our cruise down the Mosel River with Emerald Waterways, I was astonished to see the grape vines growing on steep hills along the banks of the river. I learned that this area has the steepest vineyards in the world and produces some of Germany’s best wines. They have been harvesting grapes on these hills for years – their winemaking tradition dates back to the Romans in the second century.
Here's how I had an amazing, iconic Palm Springs experience in just 4 days

1 month ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

2 I discovered why Palm Springs has long captivated stars and sun-seekers alike. From the vintage charm of Avalon Hotel & Bungalows – once a retreat for Golden Age celebrities – to Sinatra’s favorite watering hole and the iconic statue of Marilyn Monroe, the city pulses with nostalgic glamour. I strolled Palm Canyon Drive, toured midcentury modern homes, and hiked among the Joshua trees under a vast desert sky.
Walking with luggage or mobility impairment? Here's how to find an easy path

1 month ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

2 Walking a mile can be easy. Walking a mile with a suitcase or if you are on crutches or in a wheelchair? That’s not always so easy, especially if you encounter sets of stairs. Google Maps has a way for you to avoid stairs when walking. Open the app and put in your location and select the walking option. Then click on the three dots on the top right and select 0ptions at the bottom. Under trip options, select wheelchair accessible, which allows you to avoid stairs and prefer elevators.
Sleep better, drown out noise with portable sound machine

1 month ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

1 There’s one thing you can’t learn from photos of accommodations when you book them – what the noise levels will be. I stayed in a hotel in NYC where we were supplied earplugs to drown out the noise of the rooftop bar, which were only partially effective. I travel with this portable noise machine, the LectroFan Micro2, which is just over 2″ tall and features a Bluetooth enabled speaker. I have my choice of 11 sounds: five fans, four white noise and two ocean surf, my favorites.
Enjoy the Flavors of Atlanta with a Side of History on a Food Excursion

2 months ago | globaltravelerusa.com | Jan Schroder

With more than 50 million visitors a year, Atlanta proves popular for its attractions, entertainment options, history and culture. Boasting a thriving food scene, the city offers several James Beard award winners and Michelin-starred restaurants. An excellent way to get to know Atlanta and learn more about the city’s culinary scene and its history is to take a food tour.
Buddy Holly and BBQ: 7 essential stops on your Lubbock, Texas visit

2 months ago | thetravel100.com | Jan Schroder

6 With a population of just 260,000, the (relatively) small city of Lubbock feels like a greatest hits album of Texas charm. You’ll find diverse cuisine like Houston, cowboys and rock and roll like Dallas and a thriving arts and culture scene like Austin. But where exactly should you go to maximize your adventure in “Hub City?”Visit Llano Estacado Winery so you can enjoy Lubbock’s world-famous high-altitude wine.