Ecuador, nestled between Colombia and Peru on the Pacific side of South America, is a gorgeous country. Offering stunning landscapes, the country also boasts delicious food, plentiful mountains, and hospitable people. It’s also home to the bucket-list-worthy Galapagos Islands, one of the country’s main draws and home to rare and iconic wildlife. But there is […]
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The 13 Best Things to Do in Quito, Ecuador
Last Updated: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 I had no idea what to expect when I first visited Quito. The capital of Ecuador and home to two million people, the city had a grittiness to it that reminded me a lot of Naples (it’s another city that looks gritty but also has beautiful and historic […]
Quito Travel Guide
Quito is the cultural heart and political capital of Ecuador. Surrounded by mountains, Quito offers a mix of colonial Spanish architecture and sprawling modernity that makes the city both interesting and beautiful. I really liked my visit to Quito. I didn’t really know what to expect but I found the city lively, gritty, and full […]
How Heather is Traveling South America on a Budget
Heather is the winner of last year’s round the world contest. I touched based with Heather again recently to talk about her trip in South America so far, and whether or not she has stuck to her travel budget!
The RTW Trip Giveaway: A Winner’s Update (Part 1)
Back in December, I announced Heather T. as the winner of my round the world contest. A month into her journey, Heather shares some highlights (and low points!) of her experiences in South America so far. Find out what she’s been up to, and what her year ahead looks like.
The 20 Best Tropical Islands in the World
Last Updated: 1/25/24 | January 25th, 2024 I’m a beach guy. When I think of paradise, my mind drifts to white sand beaches, azure blue water, and palm trees in tropical locales. When most people think of paradise, chances are they’re also thinking of tropical islands in far-flung corners of the world. Lounging with a […]
How Staci Didn’t Let a Medical Condition Prevent Her Traveling
Staci was born with the rare medical condition known as Nager Syndrome. One consequence of Nager Syndrome is deafness, yet Staci has refused to let her condition interfere with her dreams of seeing the world. In this inspiring reader interview, Staci shares how she overcomes the obstacles in her way and manages to travel the world!
The Best Lesbian Travel Blogs
While there are many popular solo travel blogs, luxury blogs, and budget travel blogs, it can be a bit more challenging to find quality content for LGBT travelers. In this month’s LGBT column, Dani from Globetrotter Girls shares her favorite lesbian travel blogs. This list of lesbian travel blogs will keep you informed and inspired – and you don’t need to be an LGBT traveler to appreciate them!
RTW Update: How Heather is Traveling on a Budget
Posted: 11/12/18 | November 12th, 2018 Last December, Heather won our round the world trip contest and was gifted a trip around the world worth $50 a day! In January, she started backpacking her way through South America on a budget. Today, she’s written a blog post about how she’s been able to stay on […]
How to Travel and Work Around the World with WWOOF
Wondering how to live and eat for free abroad? Enter WWOOFing. WWOOFing lets you find farms all around the world that need a helping hand. In exchange for your work, you get free room and board, letting you keep your costs down as you soak up a new country!
Hosteling for Baby Boomers
All too often, hostels fall victim to a few common stereotypes. Hostels are considered to be dirty, loud, and uncomfortable. Fortunately, most hostels are actually very clean, organized, and full of wonderful people. Best of all, you’ll find people of all ages in them! If you are a traveling baby boomer be sure to give hostels a chance – your wallet will thank you!
Meet the Team: The People Behind Nomadic Matt
Over the years, this blog has grown from a part-time hobby to one of the biggest travel blogs in the world. During that time, I’ve built an awesome team of remote workers to help me keep this blog running smoothly. Allow me to introduce to Nomadic Matt crew!