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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 […]
Is Tulum Safe?
Posted: 9/20/23 | September 20th, 2023 Tulum, located in the southern section of Quintana Roo on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, used to be a sleepy beach town that attracted hippie types who preferred the placid beaches and its Mayan ruins over Cancún’s wild, cacophonous nightlife. In the last decade or so, though, the hippies have been […]
10 Offbeat Things to Do in Istanbul
Last updated: 1/3/24 | January 3rd, 2024 Istanbul is home to many famous historical sites: the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, the Spice Market. They are stunning, important historical sites to see and experience. But the city also offers lots of fun things to do that have fewer crowds and are a bit […]
The 11 Best Cities for Partying
Last Updated: 3/23/23 | March 23rd, 2023 Some people travel to explore ancient historical sites, others to sample the culture or food or language of new and exciting destinations. And, sometimes, people travel to party. When it comes to budget backpacking, one of the most common ways travelers break the ice is over a drink. […]
Learning to Go with the Flow When You Travel
While having a travel plan in your back pocket never hurts, sometimes it’s best to let go of all your plans and go with the flow. When your travel plans are flexible you’re free to make changes anytime you need and adapt to new situations easily. It may be challenging, but it is also liberating.
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 […]
Warsaw Travel Guide
Warsaw is a bustling, revitalized city that has cast off the long shadow of communism. While a lot of grim, gray architecture remains, I found Warsaw to be a lively place with plenty to keep you busy. There’s a growing culinary scene, a wild nightlife, and lots of budget-friendly activities in (and around) the city. […]
How Jessica and Her Boyfriend Worked Their Way Around the World
One of the things that keeps people from traveling is money. They either don’t have enough, don’t think they can save enough, or fret about coming home with not enough. The truth is, however, money isn’t the largest obstacle.
How to Eat Cheap Around the World
Food is such an integral part of so many cultures that to skip out on meals when you travel is to miss a huge part of traveling. I’m always disappointed when I meet travelers who cook all their meals in a hostel kitchen. It is possible to eat out on a budget, and I’ll show you how!
But many travelers have a valid concern when it comes to food — eating out all the time is expensive. Imagine if you ate out every day — your food budget would be astronomical!
HostelPass Review: Is This Discount Pass Worth It?
Last Updated: 12/4/2023 | December 4th, 2023 Backpacking Europe is a rite of passage. With a well-worn travel trail, a huge variety of amazing destinations, and tons of hostels, Europe is a fun, safe, and easy place to travel. It’s where I first started backpacking over 15 years ago, and I still make sure to […]
6 Reasons You Should Learn the Local Language Before Your Trip
Posted: 3/1/2021 | March 1st, 2021 I love learning languages. They unlock new opportunities and open all kinds of doors when you visit a new destination. Even just learning a few words and phrases and deepen your travels immensely. In this guest post, Michele from The Intrepid Guide highlights the top reasons why you should […]