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 […]
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The 6 Best Hostels in Cusco
Posted: 1/14/24 | January 14th, 2024 Cusco is the undisputed archaeological hub of South America, and visiting it is an essential part of any trip to Peru. The capital of the Inca Empire for centuries, the city lies not far from the famed Machu Picchu, one of the iconic Wonders of the World. Whether you’re […]
What Kind of Backpacker Are You?
Last Updated: 4/8/19 | April 8th, 2019 (Originally Posted: 07/29/2009) Note: So much has changed since I originally wrote this post 10 years ago (also, isn’t it crazy that I’ve been blogging for so long?) that I thought that this funny little article needed an update. The Flashpacker is long gone. The Digital Nomad has […]
The 12 Best Things to Do in Miami
Posted: 2/20/24 | February 20th, 2024 Miami is vibrant city known for its beach culture, party scene, Cuban influence. It’s definitely considered one of the more high energy, fun cities in America. Miami attracts millions of visitors per year. Personally, Miami isn’t my favorite city in the States (though I do love the beaches), but […]
How to Spend 48 Hours in Oslo
Last Updated: 10/13/23 | October 13th, 2023 Most budget travelers skip Norway because it’s an expensive country to visit. The capital, Oslo, is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world owing to its high taxes, strong currency, and high percentage of imported goods. Understandably, traveling here on a budget here […]
The Best Business Travel Credit Cards for Digital Nomads
Last Updated: 5/10/24 | May 10th, 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 […]
A Guide to Exploring Colonial New York City
Last updated: 8/17/23 | August 17th, 2023 As a history nerd, I love taking a deep dive into a destination’s past. I’m a firm believer that if you don’t understand where people have come from, you’ll never understand where they are now. It’s a big reason why I love museums so much. As one of […]
Why Are Backpackers in Southeast Asia So Stupid?
Posted: 01/19/2012 | January 19th, 2012 Dear backpackers of Southeast Asia, We need to talk. I love you. Truly, I do. I’ve been a backpacker for a long, long time now. I love being one and probably will consider myself one for a long time to come. But while backpacking through Southeast Asia over the […]
Discovering Purpose on a Farm in South Africa
Posted: 3/19/15 | March 19th, 2015 Every month, Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse writes a guest column featuring tips and advice on solo female travel. It’s a topic I can’t cover well, so I brought in an expert to share her advice. In this column, Kristin shares one of her most rewarding travel […]
How to (Legally) Stay in Europe for More Than 90 Days
Every year, thousands of travelers wonder how they can stay in Europe for more than 90 days – the limit in the Schengen Zone. The good news is that there are a few different ways to stay, but it can get complicated. In this post, I share what you can do to stay legally beyond the typical tourist limits.
How to Spend Your Time in New Orleans
Last Updated: 4/11/24 | April 11th, 2024 New Orleans. NOLA. The Big Easy. A city by many names, all conjuring up the jovial “Laissez les bons temps rouler!” (“Let the good times roll!”) attitude the city is famous for. New Orleans is filled with Creole and Cajun food, live jazz, street performers, history, beautiful architecture, […]
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, […]