Last Updated: 1/31/23 | January 31st, 2023 When most people visit Europe they have a tendency to stick to the western and central regions of the continent. England, Spain, France, Germany, and Italy all see their fair share of tourists — and then some! Travelers with a longer trip in mind will branch out a […]
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Is the Eurail Pass Right for You?
Last Updated: 9/26/22 | September 26th, 2022 Every summer, backpackers from all around the world flock to Europe. Gap-year travelers, students on summer breaks, the recently retired — they’re all there to take in the continent’s sights, history, food, and beauty. And while there are plenty of cheap ways to travel Europe, one of the […]
Estonia Travel Guide
Tucked away in the Baltics, Estonia has become a popular destination thanks to cheap flights, beautiful cities, a wild nightlife, and the country’s stalwart support for digital nomads and remote workers (it’s also a popular spot for cruisers since many ships stop there as well). I loved my time here. Unlike the stereotypes many people […]
How to Avoid Paying Bank Fees While Traveling
When you travel abroad, banking overseas involves knowing three things: how to avoid paying bank fees, how to eliminate foreign transaction charges, and how to get a good exchange rate. Let me show you how to save your money, so you can spend it on what matters: having a great trip!
Meet the Team: The People Behind Nomadic Matt
Over the years, this blog has grown from a part-time hobby to one of the biggest travel blogs in the world. During that time, I’ve built an awesome team of remote workers to help me keep this blog running smoothly. Allow me to introduce to Nomadic Matt crew!
Krakow Travel Guide
Krakow is Poland’s student city. Over 25% of the population here are students, which has led to Krakow becoming a hub for cheap food, cheap booze, and abundant bars and clubs. But Krakow isn’t just one one-trick pony. It boasts beautiful medieval architecture, picturesque castles, and a handful of insightful (and sobering) museums and attractions. […]
Lithuania Travel Guide
Lithuania is the southernmost Baltic state. It’s also the biggest. Like the rest of the Baltics, I think Lithuania is an underrated destination, especially by American tourists who don’t know much about it or its charming (and affordable) neighbors. Home to just under 3 million people, Lithuania has blossomed from its drab past into a […]
The Top 5 Lesbian Travel Destinations
Posted: 02/21/19 | February 21st, 2019 We want to speak to a wide range of voices on this website so have added an LGBTQ column to talk about travel issues that are important to some of our community members. This month, Dani, one of our LGBT columnists, shares the top five lesbian travel destinations in […]
Why Americans Don’t Travel Overseas
The majority of Americans don’t own a passport, even though traveling has never been easier. In this post, I explain three reasons why I think Americans don’t travel and why I’m optimistic that this will change.
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, […]
How this Boomer Couple Traveled the World for a Year
Esther is an elementary school principal from Canada. She and her husband recently packed their bags for a year-long, round-the-world sabbatical. They are traveling the world on a budget, and in this interview, they share their tips and advice for other older travelers, proving that you’re never too old to embrace a life of travel!
The Utterly Amazing Ukraine
Last Updated: 06/24/19 | Originally Posted: 08/29/2011 As a native English speaker, I hit the traveling jackpot. Wherever I go in the world, English is the lingua franca, and if anything’s ever in a second language, it’s always English. In hostels, people usually converse with each other in English, which means I can always find […]