7-day road trip from Sydney to Brisbane
The road trip from Sydney to Brisbane is a classic bucket list activity in Australia for both locals and travelers. With countless incredible towns, scenic beaches and dramatic coastlines to […]
Blue Lake Kaboora Hike on North Stradbroke Island: What to Expect
The Blue Lake is located in the heart of Queensland, Australia’s North Stradbroke Island (also called Minjerribah or “Straddie”). The large freshwater lake can only be accessed via a 3 […]
20 Tips for Visiting North Stradbroke Island, Australia
North Stradbroke Island is a beautiful sandy island located just an hour and a half east of Brisbane, Australia. It’s a perfect a weekend getaway from Brisbane, and can even be visited […]
12 Tips for Visiting Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane, Australia is the largest koala sanctuary in Australia (and the world!) It’s a must-visit attraction in Brisbane, home to over 100 koalas and […]
Hiking the Piper Comanche Wreck Trail in 2022
The Piper Comanche Wreck trail is a medium-difficulty hike just an hour’s drive northwest from Brisbane city center in Australia. It’s located in D’Aguilar National Park, a favorite nature escape […]
Van Life in Australia with Apollo Campervan Rentals
To ring in 2022 and the return of domestic travel in Australia, I traveled from Brisbane to Adelaide to visit an Australian bucket-list destination: Kangaroo Island. To reach and explore […]
20 Must-Read Tips for Visiting Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Kangaroo Island in South Australia is one of Australia’s natural wonders and national treasures. It deserves a spot on every Australia bucket list, especially on any South Australia itinerary. These […]
Adelaide and Kangaroo Island Five-Day Itinerary
Domestic travel around Australia is picking back up, so it’s time to pack your bag and tick off some of those Australia bucket list destinations! To ring in the new […]
Western River Cove Beach and Campsite on Kangaroo Island
Western River Cove is one of Kangaroo Island’s best kept secrets. This beautiful beach, camping area, and snorkeling and fishing spot is tucked away between the jagged cliffs of north […]
Visiting Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island, Australia
Flinders Chase National Park was my favorite part about visiting Kangaroo Island (KI) in South Australia. From beautiful coastlines, the iconic Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, and the amazing wildlife […]
How to plan your next international trip
It’s always a good time to start travel planning! One of my favorite parts of travel is building anticipation before a trip even happens. I love travel planning because the […]
Tips for Visiting Meow Wolf in Denver
Meow Wolf in Denver’s Convergence Station is one of the most unique interactive art installations in the world. Since its Denver grand opening in September 2021, Meow Wolf has been […]
How To Live Like A Local In Tokyo, Japan
In 2019 I lived for six months in Japan in a Tokyo sharehouse. I made some amazing friends, both local and international, and was able to spend time exploring Tokyo […]
Top Things To Do in Zagreb, Croatia
While I was backpacking the Balkans region of eastern Europe I spent the most time in Zagreb because I renewed my U.S. Passport at the embassy. I discovered a number of wonderful things to […]
Nepal Backpacking Budget
Budget travelers will rejoice at the cost of backpacking Nepal. You don’t even need to be on a shoestring budget to save some major coin while traveling this beautiful country. […]
Visiting Josephine Falls From Cairns
Cairns, Australia is not just for snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef and jetting off to Port Douglas. One of the most popular day-trip activities from Cairns is to check out […]
6 Things to Do on the Cairns to Port Douglas Drive
Cairns, Australia, the gateway to Tropical North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef, is also the first stop for most travelers on the drive to Port Douglas. Port Douglas used […]
Cairns Four Day Itinerary
Cairns, Australia is the gateway to North Queensland, known for its tropical rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, and beautiful – although crocodile-ridden – sandy beaches. This Cairns 4-Day Itinerary will […]
Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling – The Evolution Reef Cruise
Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket-list item for many travelers, and there’s no better place than Cairns to make these dreams a reality. From the Cairns Reef Fleet terminal […]
Australia Zoo vs Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Brisbane, Queensland is home to two of the greatest animal experiences in Australia. The Australia Zoo is the “home of the Crocodile Hunter”, the late Steve Irwin, and is still […]
Visiting Sadhana Forest in Auroville
Sadhana Forest is a sustainable living and reforestation project in Southern India, founded by Aviram Rozin in 2003. The original Sadhana Forest is located in the state of Tamil Nadu […]
One Day In Yangon Itinerary
Yangon is the former capital of Myanmar, and is a vibrant city that should be included on every Myanmar itinerary. Yangon is far from “just another big city.” It’s an […]
Off-The-Beaten-Path Europe Destinations: Western Europe
With tourism booming around the world, many European cities are bursting at the seams. Over-tourism is not enjoyable for anyone, the locals or the tourists. Why not spend less time […]
Taichung Itinerary – 1 Day in Taichung
Taichung is the second largest city in Taiwan, located on the east coast and home to Taichung International Airport. Even if you don’t find yourself commuting through its airport, there […]
Best Eastern European Cities For An Off-The-Beaten-Path Vacation
While Western European capitals swarm with tourists from around the world, neighboring Eastern European cities, just as beautiful and historic, remain calm and quaint. Off-the-beaten-path Eastern European cities are vacation […]