Posted: 8/12/2023 | August 12th, 2023 Known for its lush forests, active volcanoes, white-sand beaches, and incredible wildlife, Costa Rica is a favorite among travelers. It was the place that ignited my wanderlust (so it holds a special place in my heart). Sandwiched between the Caribbean and Pacific Oceans, this small country has a lot […]
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15 Travel Books That Will Give You Serious Wanderlust
Part of the tool belt of any traveler is a good book. Long bus, train, or plane rides can get pretty boring and can give you a lot of “dead” time if you haven’t mastered the art of the 10-hour blank stare. Here is a list of my favorite reads to help you conquer those journeys and get you inspired for your next adventure!
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How NOT to Let Anxiety Stop You From Traveling
For many people, travel isn’t an option due to their anxiety. It is something not a lot of people talk about, but far too many people deal with it – even experienced travel bloggers! Travel may seem frightening, but perhaps by going out of your comfort zone you can learn to manage that anxiety without it crippling your travel dreams.
My Favorite Gear for Travelers
Last Updated: 10/30/23 | October 30th, 2023 What do you take on your trip? What do you need? As long-time readers know, I’m a fan of packing light. I don’t think you really need much when you travel. As a backpacker, I want to make sure everything I own fits into one bag. I often […]
How this Indian Couple Navigated Visas to Travel the World
Updated: 12/04/19 | December 4th, 2019 As an American, it’s easy for me to travel the world. My dollar goes far and I only have to worry about visas to a few countries around the world. But not everyone is blessed with a golden passport and it can be very hard to not only save […]
7 Common Excuses People Use to Avoid Family Travel
In this month’s family travel guest post, Cameron Wears, from Traveling Canucks, breaks down the most common family travel excuses. Using his tips and tricks, just about any family will be able to start traveling – all it takes is some dedication and creativity!
Is Travel Insurance Worth It?
Last Updated: 7/21/23 | July 21st, 2023 Travel insurance is probably the most boring topic to discuss when it comes to planning a trip. Dreaming up the perfect itinerary, finding cheap flights, buying gear — all of these things are much more glamorous! For that reason, many budget travelers actually skip buying travel insurance. Unlike […]
United States Travel Guide
The United States isn’t a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers. Most overseas tourists come here for a short vacation, visit one or two cities, and then head home. They usually stick to the big coastal cities or places like Disney. And it wasn’t until COVID that Americans en-masse bothered to hop in their […]
Travel is Never Going to Be the Same Again
Posted: 6/22/2020 | June 22nd, 2020 If you’re like me, you might be wondering what the future of travel holds now that more countries are easing lockdowns and opening borders. I wrote about the future of travel back in March but, like everything COVID related, a lot has changed since then. Lately, days feel like […]
Argentina Travel Guide
Argentina is one of the most popular countries to visit in South America. Whether you’re backpacking the entire country or just visiting on a short holiday looking to drink wine, eat steak, and do some hiking, Argentina will not disappoint you. I love the place to death. From the relaxed café culture of Buenos Aires […]
Greece Travel Guide
Greece is one of Europe’s most beautiful destinations, home to picturesque islands, delicious food, thousands of years of history, and wonderful people. It’s also super affordable. You can travel around Greece for a fraction of what you’d spend in Western Europe, which is just one of the many reasons why I absolutely love visiting Greece. […]