Last Updated: 2/1/23 | February 1st, 2023 As part of my desire to give you the best budget travel tips I can, I’m continuing my informal series on country costs. Everywhere I go, I write down how much I spent and do a detailed post-mortem on my expenses, so you go in better informed! This […]
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The Cost of Traveling Costa Rica
Last Updated: 5/15/2023 | May 15, 2023 Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful and naturally-diverse countries in Central America. Unfortunately, it’s also the most expensive. Due to its natural beauty, amazing outdoor activities, safety, friendly locals, and well-established expat community, prices in Costa Rica have been rising higher year after year. For that […]
Do You Need Travel Insurance for Costa Rica?
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 […]
The Challenges of Love on the Road
Finding love on the road isn’t that difficult – but building a relationship that lasts? That’s another story. As Ayngelina explains, finding love on the road is a challenge unto itself. But it is hardly an impossible one!
How to Travel Cheap: 16 Ways to Travel for Cheap or Free
There are so many ways you can travel for virtually free. You don’t need a lot of money to begin. Even if you don’t earn a lot or have debt, there are ways to go overseas still. If you feel that no matter what you do you will never get ahead by saving money, follow this guide to ultimate travel frugality and see the world on the ultra-cheap.
Interview with Lee Abbamonte: The Youngest American to Visit Every Country
Updated: 10/23/19 | October 23rd, 2019 I first met Lee a couple of years ago when he stumbled on my blog, bought my blogging course, and fired off crazy emails to me. Since then, we’ve become friends (he is the guy taking the selfie when my United flight had to make an emergency landing). Today, […]
9 Things I Learned While Driving Across the United States
Updated: 03/17/20 | March 17th, 2020 After 12,000 miles and four and a half months on the road, I’m home. My epic book tour across the country is over, and I fell in love with the United States all over again. I think the United States is an underrated destination. Travel across the United States […]
An In-Depth Guide to Planning a Lesbian Friendly Trip
If you are looking to plan a lesbian-friendly travel experience but are not sure where to start, use the tips in this guide to plan the ultimate adventure. From queer-friendly accommodation and transportation to travel safety, this guide will help you cover all the angles and enable you to plan an incredible adventure!
The 6 Best Hostels in Oaxaca
Last Updated: 5/3/23 | May 3rd, 2023 I fell in love with Oaxaca as soon as I arrived. Located in the central part of the Pacific coast of Mexico, it’s nestled in a valley surrounded by craggy mountains. The area has been inhabited for thousands of years by indigenous Zapotec and Mixtec peoples, and later […]
Moldova Travel Guide
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, […]
Where to Stay in Paris: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/15/24 | April 15th, 2024 Paris. The City of Light. With 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods), incredible historic attractions spread out throughout the city, and thousands of hotels, hostels, and apartments to choose from, finding the best place to stay can be a challenge for visitors. Over the course of dozens upon dozens of visits […]
My Favorite Hostels from Around the World
There are a lot of hostels in the world. And, during my many years on the road, I’ve stayed in more than I can count. Hundreds upon hundreds upon hundreds. Some of them have been wonderful. Some of them were just terrible. To help you avoid terrible hostels, we created this page where you’ll find […]