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Twin Lagoon near Coron, Philippines
December 20, 2018November 16, 2022Island Hopping, Philippines, Southeast Asia

Coron Ultimate Tour, the Best Coron Island Hopping Tour

The best way to explore the beauty of the Philippines and its islands from Coron, Palawan, is to join the Coron Ultimate Tour. This tour is a Coron Island-Hopping Tour […]

Budgeting for travel in Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Nepal
December 18, 2018July 14, 2019Cambodia, India, Malaysia, Nepal, Singapore, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Thailand, Tips

Daily Travel Budget by Country – Part 1

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 […]

Snorkeling tour in Panglao, Bohol Philippines
December 14, 2018November 16, 2022Philippines, Southeast Asia

Bohol Snorkeling Experience

Bohol is one of the most popular islands for tourists visiting the Philippines. The island located in the south of the Philippine archipelago. Bohol, Philippines is famous for a few […]

Hagia Sofia, Bussing overland by bus from Plovdiv, Sofia, Bulgaria to Istanbul, Turkey, what to expect
December 13, 2018December 17, 2019Africa/Middle East, Europe, The Balkans, Turkey

Overland Crossing from Bulgaria to Turkey – What to Expect

One main highway runs from Bulgaria to Turkey, connecting Sofia to Plovdiv to Istanbul. Travelers cross this border in troves every day, from Bulgaria to Turkey, or the opposite, from […]

Travel guide to siquijor philippines, travel philippines, siquijor island
December 11, 2018November 16, 2022Philippines, Southeast Asia

Travel Guide to Siquijor Island, Philippines

One ferry ride south of Cebu and Bohol islands in the Philippines is the island of Siquijor (pronoucned Sicki-hor). Siquijor is known to locals as a “black magic” island filled […]

December 4, 2018December 14, 2019Latin America, Nicaragua

One Week Backpacking in Nicaragua Itinerary

Nicaragua is an amazing hidden gem of a country to explore.  It’s similar in landscape and natural beauty to its neighbor to the south, Costa Rica, but is more off-the-beaten-track. […]

Swimming with whale sharks in Oslob, Philippines what you need to know
December 1, 2018February 14, 2019Philippines, Southeast Asia

Swimming with Whale Sharks in Oslob, Philippines – What you need to know

Swimming with whale sharks in the Philippines was a bucket list item for me from the moment I found out the experience existed. Off the coast of Oslob on the […]

Leaving Zhabeshi town after trekking from Mestia, trekking to Ushguli in Svaneti, Georgia
November 30, 2018November 16, 2022Europe, Georgia, Trekking

Ultimate Guide to Trekking Mestia to Ushguli in Georgia

Georgia is a country that is still wonderfully under-the-tourist-radar. This is a pleasant surprise, considering its close proximity to Western Europe and its beautiful mountain landscapes. During our hike from […]

How to save money for long-term travel
November 29, 2018December 21, 2018Inspiration, Tips

How I Saved Money for Long-Term Travel

One of the questions I get asked the most, both from other backpackers as well as friends from home is, “How are you funding your travels?” The answer is: my own […]

Supetar, Brac Croatia
November 29, 2018April 29, 2019Inspiration, Solo Travel

12 Highlights For 12 Months On The Road

I’ve made a million new memories during my first year on the road. Only some of these are captured in pictures that myself or others have taken. Of the memories […]

Bussing around the Balkans Slovenia Croatia Bosnia & Herzegovina Serbia Kosovo Montenegro Macedonia Albania Bulgaria Ultimate guide to bus around Balkan countries
November 25, 2018January 15, 2020Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Europe, Kosovo, Montenegro, The Balkans

Bussing around the Balkans: Nine Countries, Six Weeks

When I set out on my journey across the Balkans, I only found itineraries explaining how travel bloggers had road-tripped by car. I’m glad to have discovered for myself just […]

24 hours in Dubai itinerary, Madinat Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, metro around Dubai, travel Dubai, layover in Dubai, United Arab Emirates itinerary
November 22, 2018June 23, 2019Africa/Middle East, United Arab Emirates

24 Hours in Dubai: A Dubai Layover Guide

Dubai is an extravagant city to say the least. It’s home to the tallest building in the world and countless shopping malls, high-end hotels, and restaurants. It’s also a massive transit city, […]

Belize, Belize to Mexico Itinerary, Caye Caulker
November 20, 2018January 2, 2020Belize, Latin America, Mexico, Solo Travel

Backpacking Belize to Mexico, 10 Day Itinerary

Belize and Mexico are some of the most under-appreciated countries for backpacking, especially for being in such close proximity to America.  Belize is a stunning tropical country on the southeast […]

How to renew American passport abroad
November 17, 2018March 9, 2019Croatia, Europe, The Balkans, Tips

How I Renewed my American Passport Abroad in Zagreb, Croatia

I distinctly remember the last time I renewed my American passport in 2014. I was 20 years old, and in a rush to renew my passport so I could get […]

mestia to ushguli hiking in georgia in october cover
November 14, 2018November 16, 2022Europe, Favorite Treks, Georgia, Trekking

Trekking Mestia to Ushguli in October, in Svaneti, Georgia

Although it’s one of the most popular treks in Georgia, the trek from Mestia to Ushguli was still blissfully off the tourist radar. Trekking in October meant chilly nights, crisp mornings, […]

Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi
November 10, 2018July 2, 2021Africa/Middle East, United Arab Emirates

How to get from Dubai to Abu Dhabi’s Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque

Thousands of travelers transit through Dubai airport every day during long-haul international flights. Most spend only a few hours in the airport before they’re on their way again. If you have […]

Saudi Arabian Flynas airlines at Tbilisi Airport
November 7, 2018December 21, 2018Africa/Middle East, Saudi Arabia

Transferring Flynas Flights in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

In October, 2018, my five month stunt in Europe was over. I was in Tbilisi, Georgia, a city quickly getting colder and gloomier as November drew closer. Online I was […]

How to spend 30 days in South Thailand: Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, Ao Nang, Krabi, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and more tips on how your South Thailand Itinerary for backpackers. cover
November 3, 2018November 6, 2021Solo Travel, Southeast Asia, Thailand

30 Days Backpacking South Thailand Itinerary

Thailand fits easily into my top three destinations among all of the countries I’ve visited on my travels. Serene beaches, big parties, local villages, jungles, waterfalls, metropolitan cities… There’s something for […]

Camel caravan led by berber through the Sahara desert in Morocco, near Merzouga
October 31, 2018January 29, 2020Africa/Middle East, Morocco, Solo Travel

One Week Backpacking Morocco Itinerary

Morocco was my Thanksgiving break destination in 2016, (2015 was Peru) and it was a pity I didn’t have more time there. However, I proved to myself that with a one […]

Long-Term Travel Gear Packing Essentials cover
October 27, 2018November 16, 2022Tips

Long-Term Travel Gear You Shouldn’t Go Without

It’s been a year abroad now, and I have no idea how it went by so quickly. There’s so much about me that’s changed in 12 months on the road. […]

October 27, 2018December 21, 2018Inspiration

What It’s Really Like to Quit Your Job to Travel the World

I know I’m one of the lucky ones, having grown up traveling with my adventure-seeking parents. I inherited the travel bug gene from them and had the means to follow […]

October 24, 2018November 22, 2021Guatemala, Latin America

10 Days Backpacking Guatemala Itinerary

Guatemala is one of the most consistently friendly, colorful, and beautiful places I’ve been to. The landscapes are incredible, the history is well preserved, and the locals are always open […]

October 24, 2018December 14, 2019Singapore, Southeast Asia

24 Hours In Singapore

The island city of Singapore is located at the southern tip of the Malay peninsula. It’s a popular port city and layover location, where visitors choose to only spend time […]

October 24, 2018March 11, 2022Malaysia, Southeast Asia

Two Weeks Backpacking Malaysia Itinerary

Malaysia is an amazing, unique country that is a melting pot of different scenery and cultures. All travelers headed to Southeast Asia should consider adding this two weeks in Malaysia itinerary to their […]

October 23, 2018November 16, 2022Europe, Solo Travel, Switzerland, Trekking

My Experience Trekking in the Swiss Alps

After completing two big treks in Nepal, I spent two months traveling Western Europe watching World Cup matches in June-July 2018. It wasn’t long before I was craving to be […]

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