San José, the capital of Costa Rica, isn’t my favorite spot to visit in the country. I usually tell people just to visit for a couple of days before moving on as there are much better places to visit in the country. That said, there are a few things to keep you busy before you […]
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Utrecht Travel Guide
Located 45 minutes south of Amsterdam, Utrecht is an underrated city fast becoming one of the best places to visit and backpack in the Netherlands. I first ended up in Utrecht because a friend lived here. To be honest, the city wasn’t on my travel list (it often gets overshadowed by Amsterdam and Rotterdam). But […]
Manuel Antonio Travel Guide
Manuel Antonio is one of Costa Rica’s most popular beach towns. Everyone who comes to Costa Rica visits Manuel Antonio — and for good reason. Located on the Pacific Coast, it’s a place where people come to vacation so you’ll find very few cheap options here. Nevertheless, it’s worth a visit because it’s absolutely stunning. […]
Arenal Travel Guide
Arenal is one of Costa Rica’s most popular tourist destinations. Home to stunning hikes, geothermal springs, a gorgeous lake with picturesque sunsets, caves to explore, and the popular La Fortuna waterfall, this region has seen a massive influx of visitors in recent years. Since this region is so popular, prices tend to be higher compared […]
RTW Update: How Heather is Traveling on a Budget
Posted: 11/12/18 | November 12th, 2018 Last December, Heather won our round the world trip contest and was gifted a trip around the world worth $50 a day! In January, she started backpacking her way through South America on a budget. Today, she’s written a blog post about how she’s been able to stay on […]
Is Central America Safe to Visit?
Last Updated: 8/24/23 | August 24th, 2023 Central America is where I started my nomadic life. To this day, it remains one of my favorite regions for backpacking. Flanked by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America connects Mexico to South America and is made up of seven countries. It can be challenging to get […]
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. […]
Tortuguero Travel Guide
Tortuguero, which means “region of turtles” in Spanish, is one of the country’s most important nesting sites for the Leatherback, Loggerhead, and Hawksbill sea turtles. Taking a tour of the beaches offers visitors the chance to see baby turtles scrambling toward the shore for the first time. Surrounded by jungle, Tortuguero feels like a place […]
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 […]
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 […]
Galway Travel Guide
On Ireland’s scenic west coast lies the college town of Galway. It’s my second favorite spot in the country behind Dublin. It may be small (just 80,000 people live here) but it’s packed with a lot to see and do. There’s a historic city center, picturesque old churches, stunning coastal views, and an incredible pub […]
Aruba Travel Guide
Located in the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba is home to white sandy beaches, crystalline waters, colorful fish, and picturesque ocean views. It’s one of the most popular tropical getaways in the world and a favorite of travelers who visit the Caribbean. Here you’ll find pastel-colored Dutch houses juxtaposed against the natural island backdrop, transporting you to […]