London is one of the most popular cities in the world. It’s home to charming pubs, world-class (and often free) museums, tons of history, some of the best theater performances in the world, a diverse population, incredible food, and a wild nightlife. I know it’s cliche to say there’s something for everyone but, in this […]
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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 […]
United States Travel Guide
The United States isn’t a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers. Most overseas tourists come here for a short vacation, visit one or two cities, and then head home. They usually stick to the big coastal cities or places like Disney. And it wasn’t until COVID that Americans en-masse bothered to hop in their […]
Boston Travel Guide
Boston is a historic city, home to old centuries-old colonial buildings and a strong link to the country’s founding (the Boston Tea Party happened here in 1773 and the first battles of the Revolutionary War were fought near here shortly thereafter). Bostonians are very proud of their city and show their pride any chance they […]
The 13 Best Things to See & Do on the Oregon Coast
Last Updated: 3/1/24 | March 1st, 2024 Foggy, seeming perpetually damp, vibrantly green, and filled with tiny fishing villages, Oregon’s coast reminds me a lot of my home region of New England. Not so much weather-wise — New England isn’t as damp — but they both have a similar spirit. Here, like there, seafood is […]
A Guide to Exploring Colonial New York City
Last updated: 8/17/23 | August 17th, 2023 As a history nerd, I love taking a deep dive into a destination’s past. I’m a firm believer that if you don’t understand where people have come from, you’ll never understand where they are now. It’s a big reason why I love museums so much. As one of […]
New York City Travel Guide
New York is the most visited city in the United States and for good reason. It’s famous for….well, just about everything, New York City is the beating heart of the world — which is why I call it home. Every culture, language, and food is represented here. Unsurprisingly, there is a never-ending list of things […]
Oxford Travel Guide
Oxford is a charming, historic city located just a short ride from London. The city is famed for its prestigious university, which is one of the oldest in the world (it was founded in the 11th century). Oxford first earned fame in the Middle Ages as a hub for theological learning. It then expanded into […]
70+ Free Things to Do in London
London is an expensive city but luckily there are tons of free things to do and see there. Here’s a list of the best 70 free things to do while in the British city.
Cambridge Travel Tips
Cambridge is an iconic English city home to some of the country’s best universities, parks, museums, and theatrical productions. It’s a lively small city with a young student population that keeps things affordable. Like Oxford, life here revolves around the university, but there are many other things to do here as well. I enjoyed the […]
Success Stories: Why Trish Sold Everything She Owned to Travel
Posted: 12/7/2012 December 7th, 2012 Finishing off the week of reader stories, we head across the pond to England and meet Trish, a 35-year-old teacher. Not happy with her life in England, she sold everything she owned, gave herself a budget of 10,000 GBP ($16,000 USD), and set off traveling the world with only her […]
The Great American Road Trip: A 4-Month Itinerary Around the USA
Posted: 7/31/22 | July 31st, 2022 The Great American Road Trip — it’s the kind of multimonth adventure most dream about but few actually do. While many of us have bucket-list goals of exploring this vast and diverse landscape, more often than not, we end up heading abroad instead. International travel just seems more alluring, […]