Katie Diederichs

2 weeks ago | twowanderingsoles.com | Katie Diederichs

If you’re visiting the city for the first time, this Osaka travel guide has everything you need to plan the perfect stay and feel less overwhelmed. We’re answering all your questions about Japan’s 3rd largest city and sharing helpful tips for first-timers!Truth be told, we didn’t expect to fall in love with Osaka. When planning trips, we usually gravitate toward charming small towns and nature escapes over sprawling cities.

3 weeks ago | twowanderingsoles.com | Katie Diederichs

Travel insurance is just as important as your passport and contrary to popular belief, it is NOT expensive! We’re sharing exactly why you NEED travel insurance, which companies we use and what policy details to look for when figuring out the best policy for you. Travel insurance… Do I really need it? Yes. Absolutely. 100%. We have been exactly where you are right now: debating whether or not to get insurance for our travels.

1 month ago | twowanderingsoles.com | Katie Diederichs

Planning a trip but unsure how much to save? Creating a travel budget doesn’t have to be complicated! This guide breaks down how to budget for a trip in six simple steps, so you can manage your expenses wisely while still enjoying unforgettable experiences. Budgeting for a trip might not be the most exciting part of travel planning, but trust us—it’s worth it. When we first started traveling, we didn’t always get it right (hello, surprise expenses and dwindling funds!).

1 month ago | twowanderingsoles.com | Katie Diederichs

From volcanic craters to ancient pilgrimage routes and alpine wonderlands, these bucket list hikes will take you to some of the most breathtaking places on Earth. Whether you’re looking for an epic day hike or a multi-day adventure, these trails are guaranteed to leave you in awe!If you’re into hiking, this article is for you! We’re spilling the BEST HIKES in the world that should be on your radar.

1 month ago | twowanderingsoles.com | Katie Diederichs

If you want to learn how to convert a van into a camper but don’t have a lot of time or money, we’ve got you covered! This article is chock-full of practical tips and all the steps needed to do a DIY van conversion with a small budget in just one week. So you wanna live the vanlife but you have a super tiny budget and you need a quick turnaround? And on top of that, you don’t have a ton of tools or experience with this type of campervan conversion? Is this too much to ask?