All too often, hostels fall victim to a few common stereotypes. Hostels are considered to be dirty, loud, and uncomfortable. Fortunately, most hostels are actually very clean, organized, and full of wonderful people. Best of all, you’ll find people of all ages in them! If you are a traveling baby boomer be sure to give hostels a chance – your wallet will thank you!
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The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money with Eurail Passes
This is the eternal question every traveler to Europe faces. Whether you are going for two weeks or two months, everyone wonders if they will save money by buying a rail pass or if it’s cheaper to buy tickets as they go? In this post, I dive into the details to find out the best option for the budget traveler!
Where to Stay in Dublin: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 12/15/22 | December 15th, 2022 Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something that many other European cities […]
How Oneika Gets Teaching Jobs Around the World
Updated: 12/03/19 | December 4th, 2019 I’ve featured a lot of readers on this website: solo travelers, couples, young and old travelers, Brits, Canadians, and Americans. But there are still a lot of viewpoints I haven’t covered. So today’s reader interview brings some more diversity and perspective to our series. Today we talk to Oneika, […]
16 Great Festivals Worth Attending
Last Updated: 2/2/2020 | February 2nd, 2020 Festivals. A place where people looking to have a great time can dance, listen to great music, celebrate, party, have fun, and relax. They happen all over the world for many different reasons. Some celebrate religion, some the new year, some art, some the harvest or the full […]
Interview with Pauline Frommer
Updated: 03/31/19 | March 31st, 2019 Pauline Frommer, daughter of guidebook legend Arthur Frommer, sits down with us to talk about the family business, her own line of guidebooks, budget travel tips, and her worst travel experience ever. Nomadic Matt: Many kids choose the opposite of their parents’ interest — but you embraced your father’s […]
A Complete Guide to the Eurail Global Pass
Last Updated: 5/11/2022 | May 11th, 2022 One of the most convenient ways to explore Europe is with a Eurail Global Pass. For decades, the Global Pass has allowed backpackers and intrepid explorers alike to wander the continent for both short-term and long-term trips, giving them the ability to book trains on a whim. Offering […]
Why Cynics Will Always Be Haters and How to Prove Them Wrong
We all have people in our life who dismiss our goals, accomplishments, and dreams. They will try to give you a sense of reality and tell you “the whole story.” Don’t let these cynics get you down. Travel is a worthwhile goal. Better yet, it is one within reach!
How to Become a House Sitter and Never Pay for Accommodation
Accommodation is a big expense when traveling – probably the biggest! Want to lower your accommodation costs when you travel? Try housesitting! Dalene and Pete are expert housesitters and share their trips and tricks to help you secure free accommodation all around the world.
The Ultimate Guide to Teaching English in Taiwan
Last Updated: 8/7/2023 | August 7th, 2023 Taiwan is one of the most popular destinations for English teachers: it has a high standard of living but is affordable, is home to friendly locals, boasts a world-class food scene, and has a lot of places to explore on your days off (the high-speed trains can get […]
How to Move Abroad and Save Money
Tim Leffel is a budget travel expert. He is a whiz when it comes to finding cheap destinations and maximizing their value. For anyone thinking of moving abroad to save money, Tim can tell you where to go and how much you will need to live a life of luxury – for cheap!
15 Off-The-Beaten-Path & Unique Things to Do in Prague
Last Updated: 8/4/2023 | August 4th, 2023 Prague is one of Europe’s most popular cities. Owing to its stunning medieval architecture, it has developed a reputation as one of the continent’s must-see destinations. Unfortunately, its popularity means it gets packed during the summer. In 2019, nearly seven million tourists descended on Prague, a city of […]