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!
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Ten Years a Nomad: A Traveler’s Journey Home
After eighteen months of writing and editing, my new book, Ten Years a Nomad: A Traveler’s Journey Home, is on sale now. The book is a memoir about my ten years traveling and backpacking the world, my philosophy on travel, and the lessons I learned along the way to help you travel better. It follows […]
13 Iceland Road Trip Tips: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Posted: 4/2/24 | April 2nd, 2024 Iceland is a magical country. It just feels out of this world, like you’re on another planet. The rugged volcanoes and black-sand beaches give the island a desolate but striking appearance. If you ask me, it’s right up there with New Zealand and Norway in terms of the most […]
The Truth About Meeting Locals Abroad
So many travelers want the local experience when they go abroad, but meeting locals is not as easy as it’s often made out to be. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible! In this post, I show you how to overcome the difficulty of meeting locals so that you can make new friends from around the world!
Inside The Factory: How a Boeing is Built
I went to the Boeing factory in South Carolina to find out how they build their Dreamliner airplanes and train pilots and crew. As a frequent flier, it was an eye-opening experience that I want to let you in on too!
How to Travel as a Vegetarian
Last Updated: 03/12/22 | March 12th, 2022 Traveling with dietary restrictions can be challenging, but it shouldn’t stop you from seeing the world — even on a backpacker’s budget. Blogger and food tour leader Akila McConnell has been a devoted vegetarian her entire life. In this guest post, Akila offers tips and practical advice for […]
12 Things Every Person Who Wants to Travel with Their Dog Should Know
Last Updated: 02/08/20 | February 8th, 2020 This is a guest post from Candy Pilar Godoy, who blogs about pet travel at Boogie The Pug. She travels the world with her pug, Boogie, and her tiny chihuahua, Marcelo. She’s here to tell you how you can do the same with your dog! Many people assume […]
Switzerland Travel Guide
As one of the most expensive countries in Europe, Switzerland is often skipped over by budget travelers. Yet, while it is not a cheap destination, Switzerland is one of the most beautiful places on earth. This land-locked country is home to shimmering lakes (more than 7,000 of them!), picturesque mountains (hello Alps!), tiny walled medieval […]
My Favorite Hotels from Around the World
There are a lot of hotels in the world. And, during my many years on the road, I’ve stayed in more than I can count. Some have been luxurious five-star properties with elegant rooms and world-class service. Others have been dusty one-star hovels no better than a barn. To help you avoid terrible hotels and […]
Cook Islands Travel Guide
The Cook Islands consist of 15 islands scattered over an area stretching some 2 million square kilometers in the Pacific Ocean. While the islands are named after 18th-century British explorer Captain James Cook, Polynesians have actually inhabited the islands since at least 1000 CE (Cook wasn’t even the first European to arrive here; the Spanish […]
The 7 Best Hostels in Hong Kong
Last Updated: 9/13/23 | September 13th, 2023 What’s not to love about Hong Kong? The view from Victoria Peak, the bright lights, amazing markets, great shopping, lovely temples, accessible hiking, delicious food…I could go on and on about all the incredible things to do in Hong Kong. It has everything you could ever want and […]
Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone
Travel helps us break out of our comfort zones. It pushes our boundaries and opens us up to new ideas and experiences. It can be challenging, but it can also be rewarding. Sometimes, we need to reevaluate our perspectives to make sure we are looking at the world with open eyes – and an open heart.