Posted: 02/04/12 | February 4th, 2012 Note: This story was updated in June 2019 to fix some links and resources. The first time I visit Phnom Penh I was only meant to stay three days. In was 2007 and I had less than a month in Cambodia before I planned moved to Thailand. I wanted […]
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Where to Stay in Paris: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/15/24 | April 15th, 2024 Paris. The City of Light. With 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods), incredible historic attractions spread out throughout the city, and thousands of hotels, hostels, and apartments to choose from, finding the best place to stay can be a challenge for visitors. Over the course of dozens upon dozens of visits […]
15 Things I Hate About Backpacking
Posted: 07/22/19 | July 22nd, 2019 I’ve been backpacking for over ten years now. That’s a long time to travel period, let alone stay in dorm rooms, live out of the same backpack, and travel on the cheap. But I really love this form of travel, which is why I’ve continued to do it for so […]
GuideGeek Review: Is this AI Travel Assistant Worth Using?
Posted: 7/2/23 | July 2nd, 2023 Planning a trip can be tedious. And I say that as someone who loves trip planning. Hunting for cheap flights, looking for things to see and do, creating an itinerary, getting visas, buying gear. The list goes on. It takes a lot of time and energy to plan a […]
Where to Stay in Auckland: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/19/24 | April 19th, 2024 Boasting tons of harbors and boat-packed marinas, Auckland, the largest and most sophisticated urban area in New Zealand (though it’s not the capital), is nicknamed the “City of Sails.” In addition to its scenic seaside views and ample water activities, Auckland has an incredible food scene, insightful museums, […]
How to Use Your Social Network to Travel the World
Celinne da Costa spent a year traveling the world and relying on the kindness of strangers to host her. She stayed with 70+ strangers in 17 countries across four continents. In this interview, Celinne tells us how she did it all, with surprisingly very few hiccups along the way.
Where to Stay in Amsterdam: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/12/2024 | April 12th, 2024 I first went to Amsterdam in 2006 as part of my grand backpacking tour of Europe. It’s a rich, exciting, multilayered place. I fell in love with it so much that I stayed for a month. Since then, I’ve gone back dozens of times, even leading tours there […]
What Does Globalization Really Destroy?
Posted: 02/25/19 | February 25th, 2019 While walking down the streets of Medellín, I came across a Dunkin’ Donuts, a donut chain from my hometown of Boston. (It’s the best. Locals are quite attached to Dunkin. Don’t mess with a Massachusetts resident and Dunkin.) As I looked at the store, a pit formed in my […]
How this Family of 4 Traveled the World on $130 a Day
If you’re thinking about traveling with family, this post by Cliff Hsia shares how he traveled around the world for 10 months on a budget with his family of four. He breaks down how he saved money, how he spent money, the amount he budgeted, and why traveling with his young children was tough yet rewarding.
18 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Singapore
Singapore is an expensive place to visit and can turn people away if they’re trying to do it on the cheap. You should still visit this country, though! Here’s are 6 things you can do in Singapore without breaking the bank.
This Family Took Their Kids on a Year-Long Trip Around the World
In this interview, Dani and Craig from The Wide Wide World share their tips and strategies for successful family travel. As avid travelers, they are no strangers to unique and challenging situations. If your family is considering a trip together, consider this must-read material.