50+ Unique Travel Gifts For Every Budget
Cue holiday music! Fairy lights! Tinsel and mistletoe! It’s starting to feel like the festive holiday season, which means it’s time to start gift shopping. If you’re a competitive gift-giver […]
Category: Tips
12 Travel-Related Sewing Projects
How many of you purchased a sewing machine while in lockdown? I got a sewing machine from my mom for my birthday, and have been sewing fun crafts ever since! […]
12 Travel-Themed Self-Care Ideas
From once-in-a-century pandemics to day-to-day stresses, we all need a bit of self-care to disconnect and unwind. These 12 travel-themed self care ideas will let you relax and recharge your […]
How to plan your next international trip
The world is opening back up to travel, and it’s time to start travel planning! One of my favorite parts of travel is building anticipation before a trip even happens. […]
Best Vegetarian Dishes from Around the World
I managed to stay vegetarian and eat vegetarian or vegan dishes only while I was long-term traveling. Since being stuck at home, I’ve been reminiscing about the most delicious vegetarian […]
10 Travel Books to Transport You to Other Countries
If you’re like me, traveling anywhere international is still a pipe dream since the start of the pandemic. A mix of closed borders and a slow vaccine roll-out in Australia means […]
Gregory Jade 63 Review – The Best Bag for Backpackers!
When I decided I would start traveling long-term in 2017, the first big decision for me was which backpacking bag to buy. So many great brands are out there, making […]
120+ Thailand Travel Tips for First-Timers
Thailand is the perfect destination for first-time backpackers or beginner international travelers. These 120+ tips for visiting Thailand will help you make the most of your next trip to Thailand. […]
Gift Guide for Backpackers
Getting ready for the holidays? Here’s a gift guide for the backpackers in your life! Whether you’re gift shopping for long-term backpackers or weekend warrior backpackers, this gift guide for […]
Hand Luggage Essentials for Long-Haul Flights
Whether you’re preparing for your next vacation or for a long-term backpacking stunt, pay attention to what you pack in your hand luggage. A bad long-haul flight will definitely set […]
Sustainable Travel Packing List
There’s no doubt that travel, especially inter-continental travel, has a large carbon footprint. The great thing about long-term backpacking however, is that you don’t need to feel ashamed for your […]
The Perfect Trekking in Nepal Packing List
Packing for a trek in Nepal or anywhere in the Himalayas is a daunting task. Your Nepal packing list should be robust but lightweight. Before you leave home, what should […]
Seishun 18 Kippu, the Cheaper JR Pass Alternative
Are you visiting Japan in August, December, or March? With the Seishun 18 Kippu, for 12,050 yen ($110 USD), you can take unlimited local or rapid JR trains on five […]
Tips For Traveling The Balkans By Bus
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 […]
Daily Travel Budget by Country – Part 2
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. […]
20 Things to Know Before Trekking to Everest Base Camp
Trekking to Everest Base Camp (EBC) is a common bucket list item for trekkers and non-trekkers alike. When you’re planning a trip to the top of the world there are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]