Florianópolis has many names. Officially, it’s known as Ilha de Santa Catarina — but most people call it Florianópolis or “Floripa” for short. Others call it “Magic Island,” which is self-evident the moment you sink your toes into the powdery white sands of one of its beaches. Located in southern Brazil, sun worshippers have flocked […]
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Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide
From the world-famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema to the magnificent summit of Corcovado, topped with the legendary Wonder of the World Christ the Redeemer, Rio combines big natural attractions with a sprawling metropolis. Home to over 12 million people, it should come as no surprise that it’s one of the most popular destinations in […]
Embracing Change: Health Scares, Retirement, and Travel
After almost losing her husband to kidney failure, Donella decided it was time to make her travel dreams a priority. She and her husband retired and sold all of their possessions, embracing a new life of travel. In this interview, she shares her travel tips and insights for older travelers.
Is Travel Insurance Worth It?
Last Updated: 7/21/23 | July 21st, 2023 Travel insurance is probably the most boring topic to discuss when it comes to planning a trip. Dreaming up the perfect itinerary, finding cheap flights, buying gear — all of these things are much more glamorous! For that reason, many budget travelers actually skip buying travel insurance. Unlike […]
How to Visit Malta on a Budget
Many people don’t realize it, but Malta is one of the best budget destinations in Europe. Your money can go further here than in a lot of Europe. In this post, I give you the breakdown of what it costs to travel Malta, give you tips on how to save even more money during your visit, and list my favorite restaurants and bars too!
How to Stay Safe in Mexico as a Solo Female Traveler
Last updated: 9/19/23 | September 19th, 2023 Mexico is an amazing country to visit…but it has something of a bad reputation. Is it actually safe to visit? What if you’re a solo female traveler? In this guest post, Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse shares her safety tips and advice to help you navigate […]
Porto Travel Guide
Sitting at the mouth of the Duoro River, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest — and second-most-popular — city. It’s the home of Port wine, which became popular after the 17th century, and you can find plenty of places to sample this popular dessert wine all around the city. While Porto lacks the iconic “wow!” factor of […]
Auckland Travel Guide
Auckland is the largest and most populous city in New Zealand (though contrary to popular belief, it is not the capital). Pretty much anyone coming to New Zealand is going to visit Auckland. As the country’s main airport, all long-haul international flights are going to land here. As a tourist destination, I don’t think this […]
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!
Panama Travel Tips
Since the creation of the world-famous Panama Canal in 1914, Panama has been at the heart of international shipping, serving as a connection point between the Pacific and the Caribbean. Its importance in global trade has helped the country proper (it’s one of the most developed in the region). And in recent years, Panama has […]
Wellington Travel Guide
While everyone raves about Auckland (which, contrary to popular belief, is not the capital), the real magic happens in Wellington. Home to just over 210,000 people, the food scene, art scene, and eclectic murals give this capital city a hip vibe. Located on the southwestern tip of the North Island, Wellington is actually my favorite […]
10 Common Questions about Solo Female Travel
Kristin Addis of Be My Travel Muse as she answers the 10 most common questions she gets from solo female travelers on topics such as money, safety, getting over negativity, meeting people overseas, and much, much more.