I often feel that the “rawness” of travel can lead to instant lifelong friends. You meet someone once and feel like you’ve known them for years. As fellow travelers, we already have common bonds that make friendship between us more likely. We have a shared interest, a shared experience – life on the road – and it brings us together faster and stronger than usual.
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How this Boomer Couple Traveled the World for a Year
Esther is an elementary school principal from Canada. She and her husband recently packed their bags for a year-long, round-the-world sabbatical. They are traveling the world on a budget, and in this interview, they share their tips and advice for other older travelers, proving that you’re never too old to embrace a life of travel!
Finding Love and Home in Tbilisi, Georgia
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I went to Tbilisi. What I assumed would be a drab (but interesting) city was actually a vibrant, beautiful destination with great food and plenty of history. It’s the kind of place you can easily feel at home at and after spending a few days there it’s clear 72 hours is not enough time. But if you only have a few days to visit Tbilisi, here’s how you make the most of your visit!
The 5 Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur
Posted: 8/31/23 | August 31st, 2023 Kuala Lumpur is one of my favorite cities in Southeast Asia. It’s a melting pot of influences and cultures (Indian, Chinese, Malay, Western), there’s a ton of activities to do, and it’s a foodie heaven that I think rivals nearby Bangkok. So “KL” is a must for anyone backpacking […]
Aarhus Travel Guide
Aarhus is a university town located in Jutland, Denmark’s oft-overlooked western province. The city was founded in the 8th century and is one of the oldest in the country, evolving into an important maritime trading hub during the Viking Age. Today, it’s a small town and there’s not a lot to “do” here that would […]
Malaysia Travel Guide
Malaysia is one of the most underrated destinations in Southeast Asia. While the country does see a fair share of backpackers, it sees only a fraction compared to popular neighbors Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In my opinion, people are missing out. From the dense urban jungle of Kuala Lumpur to the pristine beaches of the […]
Cambodia Travel Guide
Backpacking Cambodia was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. When I first visited Cambodia in 2006, I had low expectations for the country as I hadn’t heard much about it as a travel destination. I knew a little about its violent and tumultuous past but that was it. But, as I traveled around […]
Memories (and the People who Helped Form Them)
Posted: 1/25/18 | January 25th, 2018 (Updated 2020 with added links) Spurred by the writing of my new book about my decade on the road, I find myself wandering the halls of memory reminiscing about my years on the travel. I dig through old photos and journal entries. I search Facebook for people whose lives […]
Sailing Around Croatia with Busabout
Updated: 7/10/18 | July 10th, 2018 For years, I’ve been hearing about the tour company Busabout. They offer hop-on, hop–off-again bus tours throughout Europe, similar to the Kiwi and Oz Experience. Like then, Busabout has set routes through Europe and along that route, you can leave and rejoin the bus whenever you want. I’ve never […]
Ko Phi Phi Travel Guide
Ko Phi Phi is one of the most popular tourist islands in Thailand. From beautiful Maya Bay (made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio movie: The Beach) to the monkeys on the aptly named “Monkey Beach” to the diving, nightlife, and resorts, Phi Phi is one of the biggest destinations in the country. Destroyed by the […]
Dubai: The Las Vegas of the Middle East?
I finally went to Dubai and, based on what friends told me, I thought I knew what to expect. But Dubai turned out to be a city that isn’t easily explained. There’s more to it than meets the eyes and it’s mix of old and new gives it a certain unique style I did not expect.
The Best Travel Gadgets for 2017
It’s hard to know what to bring when you travel. With so many conflicting opinions, knowing what to pack can be a challenge. Dave Dean, our resident tech expert from Too Many Adaptors, shares his expert advice on what tech gadgets are worth your time and money in 2017.