Since the creation of the world-famous Panama Canal in 1914, Panama has been at the heart of international shipping, serving as a connection point between the Pacific and the Caribbean. Its importance in global trade has helped the country proper (it’s one of the most developed in the region). And in recent years, Panama has […]
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Ko Chang Travel Guide
Ko Chang is an island paradise with jungle-covered mountains, sparkling blue bays, vibrant coral reefs, and cascading waterfalls. It’s the second-largest island in Thailand so there is a lot of space to move around and get away from the crowds that flock here. Like much of Thailand, the island has seen a rise in tourism […]
Southeast Asia Travel Guide
Backpackers have been traveling through Southeast Asia since the late 1960s and early 1970s, leaving a well-worn trail around the region. Starting in beautiful Thailand, the trail makes its way to up-and-coming Laos, through Vietnam, and to the temples of Angkor Wat. It then winds back into Thailand, where people head south to party in […]
How to Spend a Week in the Maldives for Less Than a Night in a Resort
Last Updated: 03/18/2022 | March 18th, 2022 Before I finally made it to the Maldives, it was the destination I’d been dreaming about. White sand beaches. Over-water bungalows. Azure blue ocean. It was perfect. But those dreams turned into nightmares when I realized how much those bungalows cost. Luckily, changes in the way tourism is […]
Ko Phi Phi Travel Guide
Ko Phi Phi is one of the most popular tourist islands in Thailand. From beautiful Maya Bay (made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio movie: The Beach) to the monkeys on the aptly named “Monkey Beach” to the diving, nightlife, and resorts, Phi Phi is one of the biggest destinations in the country. Destroyed by the […]
Nicaragua Travel Guide
Known as the “Land of Lakes and Volcanoes,” Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America. Home to Lake Nicaragua (Central America’s largest lake), beautiful islands, expansive volcanic terrain, mangrove swamps, ethereal cloud forests, and tropical rainforests, Nicaragua is a stunning destination with tons of things to see and do — no matter your interests. […]
Bahamas Travel Guide
Postcard-perfect beaches, crystalline waters, and a plethora of resorts make the Bahamas a popular destination for millions of tourists every year — especially vacationing Americans and cruisers. Composed of 700 islands, of which 31 are inhabited, the Bahamas offers more than just upscale resorts. There’s a huge range of historical, cultural, and natural attractions in […]
Ko Lipe Travel Guide
Located in Southern Thailand, this semi-off-the-map island is one of my favorite places in the world. A tiny island in the southwest of the country close to the Malaysian border, Ko Lipe was virtually untouched when I first arrived. It saw few visitors (the ferry boats didn’t even run here year-round) so I came for […]
Traveling Greece: How Much Does It Cost?
Last Updated: 6/8/23 | June 8th, 2023 Home to beautiful islands, a history that stretches back thousands of years, a varied and rich culinary tradition, stunning hikes, ancient monasteries, and a rambunctious party scene, Greece is one of the most popular destinations in the world. However, most people don’t think of it as a cheap […]
Vancouver Island Travel Guide
Located just off the coast of British Columbia, Vancouver Island is a gorgeous getaway location that’s become immensely popular in recent years. Home to just under 1 million people and spanning a whopping 456 kilometers (283 miles), this former retirement hotspot is one of the biggest islands in Canada. In recent years, it’s developed a […]
Europe Travel Guide
From beautiful Paris to smoke-filled coffeeshops in Amsterdam, Oktoberfest to La Tomatina, Europe is a massive, diverse continent with an unlimited assortment of things to see and do. You won’t have any problem filling your time, whether you’re backpacking Europe for a few months on a budget or just spending a few weeks there on […]
Belize Travel Guide
Belize is one of Central America’s biggest tourist destinations and one of my favorite countries in the region. Backpacking around Belize was an amazing experience. It’s a small, easy-to-navigate country so you don’t need a lot of time to visit. Yet there is a ton to see and do here as well. The diving here […]