The Interlaken region of Switzerland is beautiful not only for its turquoise lakes, but also its impressive mountain ranges. Treks here are easily accessible by train, so everyone from avid […]
The Eiger Trail is a UNESCO Heritage hike that runs along the North Face of the Eiger mountain, in the heart of the Swiss Alps. This hike is easily accessible from some […]
The Balkans are an extraordinary group of countries, located just a quick flight or bus ride away from popular Western European destinations. Because of their small size and connected history […]
Hiking to Mt. Takao is a popular day-trip from Tokyo for people seeking time in nature. In fact, it’s SO popular that the Takao-san summit hike and the trails to […]
The Annapurna Circuit trek and Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal are two bucket-list hikes that take you through the Himalayan mountain range. Both take 2-3 weeks of village to […]
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Imagine this: You’ve spent over 5 nights in the Himalayas, trekking with a heavy bag full of gear. You overcame various terrains and walked side by side with trekkers from […]
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Croatia, or Hrvatska as it’s called by the locals, provides a great introduction to a region in Europe that was once overlooked by tourists: The Balkans. Two weeks in Croatia […]
I made a whirlwind of a trip to Ireland in the summer of 2018 when the World Cup was happening across Europe. My three days in Ireland itinerary ensured I […]
If your childhood was like mine, and spent watching more Totoro, Kiki, and Chihiro, visiting the Studio Ghibli museum in Tokyo is for you! Studio Ghibli movies made by director […]
TeamLab Borderless is a digital art museum located in Odaiba, Tokyo. It’s famous for its Instagrammable and interactive art, and for creating fully immersive exhibits for visitors to enjoy. Since […]
A trip to Southeast Asia is not complete without adding a Myanmar itinerary. Because Myanmar only recently opened its borders to tourism, the culture is and country is as authentic […]
Mandalay is one of Myanmar’s former capitals and home to many historical monasteries and palaces. It’s situated right in the heart of Myanmar, and is a transit point between Bagan, […]
The most popular trek in Myanmar is from a small mountain town, Kalaw, to Inle Lake. While the vast majority of people trek Kalaw to Inle Lake with a tour, […]
Kathmandu, Nepal will steal anyone’s heart who is looking for an authentic backpacking experience. The city is extremely budget friendly and has many cultural attractions, as well as great restaurants, […]
A great way to see a hidden side of Myanmar is taking a boat between Mandalay and Bagan on the Irrawaddy River. You’ll catch a glimpse into the life of […]
There are a few options to get from Yangon to Bagan in Myanmar, famous for its thousands of temples and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. There are busses that leave in the morning, […]
Yangon is a bustling and cultural city that I fell in love with the moment I stepped out of my cab in Chinatown. Yangon retains its Myanmar authenticity as a […]
Ubud is a town in Bali, Indonesia that used to top the list of best places to live and work for digital nomads. Although this spot is taken now by […]
The Gili Islands are a trio of tiny islands located off the coast of Lombok island, Indonesia. From the left to right, they’re named Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili […]
“The first thing I noticed about Bombay, on that first day, was the smell of the different air … It’s the smell of Gods, demons, empires, and civilizations in resurrection […]
During my first year on the road I visited 24 countries on a backpacker’s budget. The countries varied from cheap and backpacker-friendly Southeast Asia, to expensive summer prices in Western Europe. […]
Before I started my journey in the Balkans, I asked backpackers I met which Balkan country was their favorite. Their answers almost always included Montenegro (with Kosovo a close second). It’s […]
The Philippines is a beautiful archipelago in Southeast Asia that should be on everyone’s bucket list. With this four-week Philippines itinerary, you’ll see many of the country’s highlights and get […]