Last Updated: 5/26/23 | May 26th, 2023 One of the upsides to being an independent writer is that I’m my own boss. There are no deadlines, no one to pester me, and no outside burdens. I get to write about what I want when I want — the good, the bad, and the ugly. However, […]
Search Results for: reader stories
Liverpool Travel Guide
Liverpool is one of the most visited cities in England. Like neighboring Manchester, Liverpool saw tremendous expansion during the Industrial Revolution, when it became a major port city. After the city’s decline, Liverpool became known as a dingy industrial city that was filled with crime. It wasn’t a place most people wanted to go. Fortunately, […]
Broome Travel Guide
Broome is located in northwest Australia and is a major stop on the backpacking and RV Australia travel trail. The city was founded in the 1880s as a pearling town and named after the territory’s governor. Today, the area’s mining boom has created an influx of people into the city. When you visit Broome, you’ll […]
Pisa Travel Guide
Located in Tuscany, most people visit Pisa as a day trip from Florence to see the Leaning Tower and take those cheesy (but fun) photos of them pushing it over or holding it up. But there’s a lot more to Pisa than just the tower, which, along with the Cathedral, Baptistery, and Campo Santo comprise […]
Is Morocco Safe? 11 Ways to Stay Safe During Your Visit
Going to Morocco was incredible, but there are a few things that you need to watch out for. Here are 9 tips on how to stay safe when you travel Morocco.
Hungary Travel Guide
Hungary is one of the many underrated gems of Europe. Compared to pricey Western Europe, Hungary offers incredible value. It boasts beautiful landscapes, rich history, hearty food, and affordable nightlife (Budapest is one of the best nightlife spots on the continent). You’ll also find fewer crowds, cheaper prices, beautiful national parks, historic city centers, and […]
How to Ethically Volunteer Anywhere in the World
Travel and volunteering go hand in hand. Unfortunately, volunteering abroad can be tricky – finding reputable and ethical organizations, wading through the number of options…it’s tough! That’s why I sat down with Shannon to discuss just how to volunteer abroad.
South Korea Travel Guide
Though South Korea is small (about the size of the US state of Indiana), it punches well above its weight in terms of things to see and do. Boasting a vibrant culture, incredible history, natural beauty, delicious food, and a wild nightlife, it’s home to both major cities and untouched nature, offering something for every […]
13 Amazing Things to Do in India
India is a vibrant country where you can have unique experiences. After almost 20 trips to India, Wandering Earl can’t get enough and returns over and over again for more. In this post, he shares 13 of my favorite things to do in India after 18 visits there, both as a traveler and a tour guide.
The 13 Best Things to Do in Quito, Ecuador
Last Updated: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 I had no idea what to expect when I first visited Quito. The capital of Ecuador and home to two million people, the city had a grittiness to it that reminded me a lot of Naples (it’s another city that looks gritty but also has beautiful and historic […]
How to Find Cheap Accommodation in 7 Easy Steps
Accommodation is one of the biggest fixed costs travelers have and reducing that cost can lead to big savings on the road! I’m sure many backpackers would sleep in a barn if it was the cheapest accommodation they could find! Heck, I’ve slept in hammocks in national parks to save a buck! But that’s not […]
The 12 Best Things to Do in Natchez, Mississippi
Last Updated: 2/21/24 | February 21st, 2024 As the Southern cotton economy expanded on the back of slave labor in the early 1800s, towns emerged to transport the cotton on the Mississippi River. New Orleans, Memphis, Vicksburg, and Natchez are the four most famous of these towns. Located high on the bluffs of the Mississippi […]