Author: Bjorn Koch

Bjorn Koch is a businessman, world traveler, lover of fine dining and soccer fanatic. Born in Germany, where he fell in love with Bayern Munich, Bjorn currently resides in Boston, MA.

Beating Your Fear of Flying

To view this blog as a slideshow, click here.   It’s a question that gets asked every so often, one for which no one ever seems amply prepared. Sometimes they spring it on you in a job interview, other times at networking sessions or, if you’re particularly unlucky, on a first date. It seems like there is no right answer,… Read more →

Travel Destinations Within the US

  The United States of America is, by and large, a beautiful country. From the rolling Rocky Mountains and grassy plains of the Midwest to the Florida Everglades and monuments in Washington D.C., and everything in between. We’ve discussed some of the best that New York dining has to offer, and some of the best walking and short-term traveling you… Read more →

The “Perfect” Road Trip, Broken Down

It’s the dream of most every uninhibited twenty-something, travel-savvy adult and explorational child around the nation: cruising the vast and picturesque vistas of the United States on a multi-month long roadtrip around the nation. And now, it could be a reality, assuming you can take some time off of work. Doctoral student Randy Olson and Tracy Staedter devised a map… Read more →

3 Tips to Take the Guesswork out of Your Next Meal Abroad

      Once your plane has safely landed, your tray table is in the upright and locked position and you’ve grabbed your carry-on luggage and disembarked, if you’re anything like me, your stomach is probably growling. Sometimes, the food on the plane and in the airport–although convenient–doesn’t quite cut it. You want something filling, something delicious, and most of… Read more →

Four Tips To Save Money on Your Next Flight

 To view this article in slideshow form, click here. When you’re planning your next vacation, be it across the country or across the world, you’ve got plenty to plan for. Where you’ll be going, first and foremost, and when. Who you’ll be going with is important too, and what you should bring. Then comes the dreaded question, the thing that… Read more →

Travel without Leaving Boston

  Some of the biggest exoduses that travelers experience occur during the frigid wintery months, when vacationers decide to pack a suitcase and exchange single digit temperatures and blizzards for the warmth and sun of the southern hemisphere. Now that spring has sprung, temperatures are heating up and your vacation days have dwindled, you may think your leisure time has… Read more →

The Best Airlines For Value Travel

When it comes to traveling, nothing can beat the convenience of a flight. However, not all airlines were created equal. Each airline differs slightly (or drastically) in terms of average fares, wait time, change fees, and customer-satisfaction. If you are looking to find the best value for your next trip then you should consider one of the three airlines below.… Read more →

Travel Apps You Need To Download

We are in the midst of modern travel, which means that people rarely go anywhere without their smartphones. Since you will likely have your phone with you on your next travel adventure, you might as well use it to your advantage. There are a number of great apps available that can help you make the most of your travel experience.… Read more →