While Sydney may have the more popular tourist attractions, Melbourne is the backpacker capital of the countr. It’s my favorite city in Australia. The city has a European feel to it and is popular with backpackers and young travelers looking to enjoy its laid-back vibe. With plenty of culture, activities, art exhibitions, and live music, […]
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Nha Trang Travel Guide
With its white sandy beaches stretching into a dramatic backdrop of mountains, and with nineteen stunning islands to visit, it’s no wonder Nha Trang is a popular beach destination for backpackers and travelers in Vietnam. Once a sleepy seaside village, the city grew into a coastal vacation hub during the French occupation and that has […]
Malta Travel Guide
Malta is one of those countries that usually gets passed over by travelers. It’s a popular summer destination for Europeans but, for everyone else, it’s mostly ignored for other places in Europe. While the country has seen a surge in tourism in the last few years (those British retirees were on to something!), it’s still […]
Perth Travel Guide
When it comes to traveling Australia, Perth is not high up on most travelers’ lists. It doesn’t get a lot of visitors or backpackers compared to the east coast. Located on the west coast (and far from everything), that’s partially understandable. It’s not an easy place to get to. However, those travelers are missing out. […]
Sydney Travel Guide
Sydney is a cosmopolitan city surrounded by stunning beaches, iconic architecture, and acclaimed wine regions. Besides being Australia’s largest city (over 5 million people live here, almost 20% of the entire country), Sydney is also its most visited. Though, contrary to popular belief, not the country’s capital. Few visitors to Australia skip the city — […]
Travel is a Privilege
Last Updated: 7/13/2023 | July 13th, 2023 Let’s face it: not everyone is going to be able to travel. Whether it’s money, family obligations, or circumstance, travel is out of reach for a large percentage of the world’s population. In the “quit your job to travel the world” cheerleading that happens so often on travel […]
How to Teach English and Live in Spain
Cat Gaa has been teaching ESL in Seville, Spain for 9 years and she shares what life is like in Spain, how others can get jobs, and what living in Spain is like. Finding work in the European Union can be quite difficult and this article shares the story of one person who overcame the hurdles.
6 (Non-Millennial) Solo Female Travelers Share Their Travel Wisdom
Solo female travel isn’t just for millennials! In this column, Kristin Addis introduces us to some older solo female travelers who are following their dreams to see the world. These women come from all backgrounds and all walks of life, proving it’s never too late to start traveling.
The 5 Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur
Posted: 8/31/23 | August 31st, 2023 Kuala Lumpur is one of my favorite cities in Southeast Asia. It’s a melting pot of influences and cultures (Indian, Chinese, Malay, Western), there’s a ton of activities to do, and it’s a foodie heaven that I think rivals nearby Bangkok. So “KL” is a must for anyone backpacking […]
My Current List of Favorite Travel Blogs
Last Updated: 10/10/20 | October 10th, 2020 I’m not going to lie: I think I have a pretty good travel blog. (You probably do too if you’re here.) I work hard to provide excellent practical travel advice to help you travel better, but I’m not the only great travel blogger out there. In fact — and I […]
How Emily Taught English to Fund Her RTW Adventure
Last Updated: 12/03/19 | December 3rd, 2019 There are a lot of ways to fund your travels. I’ve met readers who’ve taken odd jobs, worked on yachts, volunteered, saved for their trip, and many more! What I love about reader success stories is that they highlight the diversity of ways to make travel a reality. […]
Experiential Travel: Another Way for People to Take Your Money
“Experiential travel” is the new booming buzzword in the industry…but what does it mean? Are we witnessing a worthwhile new trend that is taking travel to new heights, or, is “experiential travel” just another way for the industry to milk a few extra dollars from travelers? Unfortunately, it seems to be the latter.