Moldova, a small, land-locked Eastern European country tucked between Ukraine and Romania, is one of Europe’s most overlooked destinations. It sees just over 300,000 visitors each year and is one of the least visited destinations in the world. Compared to European hotspots like Spain and France, which each welcome over 80 million visitors each year, […]
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How to Visit Egypt on a Budget
Posted: 2/3/2020 | February 3rd, 2020 One of the countries high up on my “must visit” list is Egypt. As a lover of history, I long to release my inner archaeologist and explore the many ruins of the country. While it might be a long time before I get there, my friend Jeremy Scott Foster […]
Slovenia Travel Guide
Slovenia is one of Europe’s least-visited destinations, which is crazy to me because it’s incredible! Known for its mountains, ski resorts, fabulous wine, extensive cave systems, incredible food, and postcard-perfect lakes, Slovenia offers all the beauty of Western Europe — but with a fraction of the crowds and for a fraction of the costs. Ljubljana, […]
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 […]
Cinque Terre Travel Guide
The Cinque Terre consists of five beautiful hillside towns on the west coast of Italy: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Together, these fishing towns comprise Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited regions in the country. From looking inside Manarola’s Church of San Lorenzo to hiking […]
Movie Review: A Map for Saturday
Updated: 02/16/19 | February 16th, 2019 I remember the first time I watched the movie A Map for Saturday. It was amazing. Utterly and totally amazing. The movie was recommended to me by a fellow traveler, and chronicles a man’s round-the-world trip back in 2005. It is filled with interviews from other backpackers and very […]
How to Travel Easter Island on a Tight Budget
Easter Island is notoriously expensive to visit because it’s so remote – over 3,700 kilometers away from Santiago, Chile! Use the tips here to find out how to stretch your budget to the max. Learn how to save money on transportation, accommodation, food, drinks, and activities!
How to Travel Kazakhstan By Train
Last Updated: 8/21/23 | August 21, 2023 Kazakhstan is a country I’ve always wanted to visit. In fact, I’ve always wanted to go to all the “Stans”. It’s the region of the world I probably want to visit the most. After having lived in Kazakhstan for 8 years, Doug Fears knows a thing or two […]
How to Spend 48 Hours in Oslo
Last Updated: 10/13/23 | October 13th, 2023 Most budget travelers skip Norway because it’s an expensive country to visit. The capital, Oslo, is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world owing to its high taxes, strong currency, and high percentage of imported goods. Understandably, traveling here on a budget here […]
The 22 Best Things to Do in Oslo
Last Updated: 3/1/24 | March 1st, 2024 Balancing natural beauty, historic architecture, and a modern flair, Oslo, Norway’s beautiful capital, is a city that punches well above its weight. Founded in 1040, Oslo was established as a Viking trading hub. It continued to grow and prosper over the centuries until 1624 when it was destroyed […]
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 […]
The Top Things to See and Do in Madagascar
Last Updated: 8/31/23 | August 31st, 2023 Madagascar, a country famed for lemurs, baobab trees, birding, and jungles, offers visitors a rich playground to explore. I was enthralled by its beauty: the sweeping canyons and gorges, the grand waterfalls, and the sheer diversity of the landscape. One day you’re in a tropical jungle, the next […]