I’m back in Southeast Asia to start five months of travel and beginning in Chiang Mai, the city that inspired me to become a backpacker in the first place. It’s good to finally get back on the road and to my roots again. This post explains what’s coming up on the blog based on this trip.
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Rotterdam Travel Guide
Often overshadowed by Amsterdam, Rotterdam is a funky little port town that prides itself on its unique architecture, cool art, amazing food, and massive harbor. The city is one of the most multicultural in the country and hosts an array of festivals and concerts throughout the year. I really enjoy Rotterdam. It is a laid-back […]
Learning How to Scuba Dive in Fiji
Last Updated: 01/19/19 | January 19th, 2019 Learning to dive is something I’ve always found excuses to not learn how to do. Something always comes up. I don’t have the money, I don’t have anyone to go with, I’m too busy, I’ll learn when I get to Thailand, etc., etc. The list goes on and […]
Cali Travel Guide
Founded in 1536, Cali is one of South America’s oldest cities. Its blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish traditions makes it one of the most interesting places to visit in the country. Located in the Andes on both sides of the Cali River, it’s situated at an elevation of 3,327 feet and has the closest […]
Monteverde Travel Guide
In 1983, a National Geographic article described Monteverde (which means Green Mountain) as the perfect place to see the Resplendent Quetzal, a beautiful (and rare) bird important to Mesoamerican mythology. From that moment on, hordes of eco-tourists descended on this small village in Costa Rica, ready to bask in its birdwatching and stunning cloud forest. […]
My In-Depth Guide to Experiencing the Maldives on a Budget
I’ve always been interested in seeing the Maldives and, last month, I finally went! I saw both of sides of the tourism here: the famous resorts and the new budget travel trail. Along the way, I learned a lot about this country, it’s current tourism problems, and how to travel around on a budget.
7 Common Travel Myths That are WRONG
Far too many people believe the notion that travel is expensive, unsafe, and impossible unless you are rich. They couldn’t be more wrong. In this post, I break down the most common travel myths that are keeping people from taking the plunge and living their dreams. Are you one of them?
Travel Insurance, Pandemics, & COVID: What You Need to Know
Posted: 5/4/21 | May 4th, 2021 The coronavirus has given us all a wake-up call about what travel insurance does — and does not — cover. A lot of people assumed that travel insurance covered everything and, at the drop of a hat, would fly you home in an emergency. That incorrect assumption came as […]
Los Angeles Travel Guide
Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States and the largest city in California. It is a sprawling metropolis full of movie stars, aspiring actors, musicians, surfers, and lots and lots of traffic. Los Angeles takes some getting used to. It’s a love/hate city for most people. When I first visited Los Angeles, […]
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 […]
The Best Airline Credit Cards
Updated: 4/22/24 | April 22nd, 2024 Nomadic Matt has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Some or all of the card offers on this page are from advertisers and compensation may impact how and where card products appear on the site. Nomadic Matt and CardRatings may receive a commission from card […]
Finding Work Overseas: 15 Ways to Earn Money While Traveling
You don’t have to have a lot of money to travel because you can work while you are on the road! Find work abroad is a lot easier than you think. In this post, I share 15 ways you can earn money when you travel so you can keep exploring the world!