The Bay of Islands is one of the most popular destinations in all of New Zealand. Mile after mile of beach and rocky coastline surround the bay, which is dotted with 144 islands. It’s a hugely popular summer getaway destination for those around Auckland. The beauty of the Bay of Islands — and its countless […]
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Connecting on the Island of Ios
Updated: 03/15/19 | Original Posted: 5/25/2010 (Updated with new info on visiting Ios) A few weeks from now, I turn one year closer to 30. It’s a reality that isn’t sitting well with me. Thirty. It seems so old. At the beginning of the year, I decided I’d spend the summer in Europe, with most […]
How (and Why) This 72-Year-Old Is Backpacking the World
You’re never too old to travel the world and Sherill is proof. At 72 years old, Sherill has been budget traveling for the past 10 years. In this interview, she discusses how she sold her stuff and went out to finally realize her travel dreams. This interview is filled with practical tips for others looking to do the same!
Extreme Budget Traveling (under $10 a Day) with Tomislav
A financial crisis led to community member and author Tomislav Perko losing everything. But through Couchsurfing, he gained a love for travel. In this interview, he shares how becoming broke was one of the best things to happen to him as well as the challenges and rewards of traveling on a small budget.
The 31 Best Things Do in New York City
Last Updated: 1/10/24 | January 10th, 2024 New York City. It’s one of my favorite cities in the world and one of the most popular destinations in the US. Sprawling, busy, exciting — there’s a reason people call it the city that never sleeps! It has something for everyone — including lots of budget-friendly activities […]
São Paulo Travel Guide
A lot of travelers skip São Paulo when visiting Brazil, choosing to go to Rio de Janeiro and other parts of the country instead. This sprawling metropolis shouldn’t be skipped. Originally inhabited by the indigenous Tupi people, Portuguese Jesuit priests colonized the area in 1554. The settlement remained small until the 18th-century gold rush in […]
French Polynesia Travel Guide
French Polynesia is one of the Pacific’s most popular — and sought-after — tourist destinations. It’s composed of 118 islands spread over 6,400 square kilometers of ocean. It’s a massive, remote region offering soaring volcanic peaks, rugged cliffs, and emerald lagoons, providing some of the South Pacific’s most spectacular scenery. The region was first discovered […]
18 Lessons from 5 Years Around the World
Five years is a long time to be on the road. I never thought I was going to travel this long. Yet here I am, still on the road. I’ve learned a ton during these past years, about myself and the world around me. Here are the highlights!
Bruges Travel Guide
Bruges is one of the main reasons people visit Belgium. It’s one of the most famous medieval cities in Europe, boasting historic buildings, scenic canals, and attractive cobblestone streets. The entire historic center is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The first fortifications here were built in the 1st century BCE though the city […]
Copenhagen Travel Guide
As the capital of Denmark, Copenhagen (København in Danish) has a long and rich history. It was the center of the Danish empire for hundreds of years, and, as such, it is home to numerous palaces, historic buildings, and cultural relics. But modern Copenhagen is not a city steeped in the past. The town’s classic […]
23 Ways to Cut Your Expenses and Have More Money for Travel
No matter how cheap we want to be, travel requires some money. There’s no way to avoid that, so in order to save for our trips, we need to cut our expenses. Here are some simple and creative ways to cut your expenses, make money, and get on the road sooner!
How to Start House Sitting
Posted: 11/3/2022 | November 3rd, 2022 House sitting is one of the best ways to lower your travel costs as a long-term traveler. To help you learn more about house sitting, our lead content editor and researcher, Sam, shares her tips and insights from years of traveling the world as a house sitter. For years, […]