Last Updated: 5/13/23 | May 13th, 2023 Europe is one of the most popular destinations in the world. While I love solo travel as much as the next person — and think Europe is one of the best places to backpack around — the continent is also a huge destination for tour groups. When you […]
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Glasgow Travel Guide
Glasgow is a former industrial city reviving itself as an art and tech hub. As the first UNESCO City of Music, Glasgow is a hot spot for live music, from larger, famous venues like The Barrowlands, to free gigs from up-and-coming musicians at the local pub. A bustling and expanding city with a university, I […]
How to See Alberta: A 10-Day Suggested Driving Itinerary
Posted: 7/6/20 | July 6th, 2020 Dalene and Pete Heck, the duo behind Hecktic Travels is also the team at Road Trip Alberta! Dalene and Pete are Alberta raised and currently living in the province’s third-biggest city, Lethbridge. Alberta is one of the most scenic provinces in Canada and, today, Dalene shares a driving itinerary […]
Feeling Lost: My Fork in the Road
Posted: 01/23/2012 | January 23rd, 2012 With the end of my trip coming hard and fast, I’m at a crossroads. As I prepare to move on to the next stage of my life, two roads lie ahead of me, and I’m not sure which one to take. I’ve always had this dream of living in […]
Where to Stay in Boston: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/19/24 | April 19th, 2024 I love Boston but I’m probably biased since I grew up here. I think it’s one of the most underappreciated cities in the entire country (and one of the best destinations). It’s just a wonderful, friendly place to live and visit! Boston feels more like a big small […]
The Cost of Traveling Laos
Laos is one of the most popular destinations for travelers in Southeast Asia but a bit more expensive than you think. However, there is still value to be found. This article breaks down the prices and gives you tips on how to save money in the country.
Europe Travel Guide
From beautiful Paris to smoke-filled coffeeshops in Amsterdam, Oktoberfest to La Tomatina, Europe is a massive, diverse continent with an unlimited assortment of things to see and do. You won’t have any problem filling your time, whether you’re backpacking Europe for a few months on a budget or just spending a few weeks there on […]
Portugal Travel Tips
Portugal is a country blessed with stunning beaches, a rugged coastline, cosmopolitan cities, and incredible weather. Throw in great food, plentiful wine, and cheap prices, and it makes for a perfect — and underrated — holiday spot. I’ve been to Portugal many times over the years and I never tire of it. It’s one of […]
How to Eat in New York City on a Budget
New York City might be an expensive place to visit, but it doesn’t mean you can’t find great food! Here are my tips for how to eat in NYC on a budget.
This Non-Nomadic Life: Thoughts on Living in One Place
Updated: 02/01/19 | February 1st, 2019 I picture my addiction meeting to go something like this: “Hello, my name is Matt and it’s been 50 days since I last traveled somewhere. Every day gets a little harder than the last. I’ve almost booked a flight three times this week. I think next time I’ll hit […]
Seattle Travel Guide
Famous for its addiction to caffeine (Starbucks was founded in this city and there’s an endless number of cafes here), Seattle is home to countless musicians (Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Jimi Hendrix to name three), a huge tech hub, there’s a robust music and art scene, lots of great bars, a lot of history, and […]
How to Overcome Being Alone When You Travel
Traveling alone can be a big fear for people – especially introverts like me. But when you travel, you never have to be alone. You’ll meet plenty of people and in this post, I explain how.