Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. The world is full of affordable destinations, and it doesn’t require much effort to find them. No matter what continent, there are always places you can visit on a budget — even countries we think of as expensive are quite budget-friendly if you know certain tips and tricks.
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The 5 Best Hostels in Split, Croatia
Last Updated: 10/24/23 | October 24th, 2023 Croatia’s second-largest city, Split, is one of its best. Visitors gravitate to it mostly for two things: (1) to hop on a ferry to one of the nearby islands (or take a multi-day sailing tour), and (2) to stroll around the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed Diocletian’s Palace, a […]
Sri Lanka Travel Guide
Sri Lanka was a wonderful surprise. I didn’t know what to expect going into my trip, but I ended up loving every bit of it. It is a divided country, with the south dominated by Buddhist Sinhalese and the north by Hindu Tamils. After the British left in 1948, the Sinhalese controlled the government and […]
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 […]
Learning to Fish in Taupo, New Zealand
Last Updated: 5/21/22 | May 21st, 2022 I’d only been fishing once in my life. It was during an extended stay on the island of Ko Lipe in Thailand. A few of us had rented a boat to explore the nearby national park and islands. For lunch, our Thai captain went out to catch fish. […]
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 […]
Travel is Never Going to Be the Same Again
Posted: 6/22/2020 | June 22nd, 2020 If you’re like me, you might be wondering what the future of travel holds now that more countries are easing lockdowns and opening borders. I wrote about the future of travel back in March but, like everything COVID related, a lot has changed since then. Lately, days feel like […]
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 to Travel Around Isaan Thailand
Isaan is often overlooked when traveling in Thailand, but it’s also one of the most authentic areas to explore. In this post, I get into the nitty-gritty and talk about how to plan a trip and explore the region. Here are six solid tips and a suggested itinerary to get you off the beaten path and into rural Thailand. This way, you’ll be able to experience the real local flavor!
19 Books I’ve Recently Read That You Should Read Too
Posted: 8/16/21 | August 16th, 2021 One of the things I did a lot of this past year was read. (I mean for a while there wasn’t much to do anyway). When I finally hit the road, I read just as much. Buses, ferries, trains — they’re all perfect places to read a book. Happy […]
Breaking Down Credit Card Rewards with Brian Kelly
Updated: 10/10/19 | October 10th, 2019 Long-time readers know I love travel credit cards because of the huge amount of points and perks they bring. (New readers now know this.) In fact, this month alone I signed up for an Amex Platinum and United Airlines card, with more sign-ups planned next month. Points bring lots […]