Last Updated: 3/29/24 | March 29th, 2024 Hong Kong. Its name inspires visions of a chaotic, jam-packed city with soaring skyscrapers, thick smog, endless noodle stands, big finance, and wild nights out. It’s one of my favorite cities in the world. The fast pace creates a sense of permanent change, and the crowds, multiculturalism, and […]
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10 Things to See and Do in Girona, Spain
Last Updated: 1/22/24 | January 22nd, 2024 From lively Barcelona to island paradises like Mallorca and the Grand Canaries to the historic cities of Andalusia, Spain is awesome. It’s one of my favorite countries in the world and one of the most budget friendly in Europe. But there is one city that captures my love […]
How to Spend Four Days in Prague
Last Updated: 8/4/23 | August 4th, 2023 Prague is a destination that always seems to be in vogue. It’s been on the tourist map for decades, and the crowds show no signs of abating, especially as it becomes a center for digital nomads and tech workers. It’s a gorgeous, well-preserved medieval city with a rich […]
Barcelona Travel Guide
Barcelona is the second-largest city in Spain and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. From family travelers to cruise ship crowds to partying budget backpackers, everyone seems to end up in Barcelona, especially during the summer. With its delicious sangria, unique gin cocktails, mouthwatering food, stunning beaches, warm weather, rich history and […]
13 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to See and Do in Paris
Last Updated: 5/13/2023 | May 13th, 2023 Paris is filled with famous attractions: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles, the catacombs, the Pantheon, the Arc de Triomphe, Sacre-Coeur. The list goes on. There are so many amazing sites here that you could spend days (heck, even weeks) just seeing the main, most well-known ones. But […]
Where to Stay in Athens: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/19/24 | April 19th, 2024 Athens, the cradle of democracy and the foundation of Western civilization, is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in Europe. Home to the iconic Acropolis, with its hilltop of millennia-old structures and ruins, Athens is one of the most-visited destinations on the continent. This bustling Greek capital […]
My Favorite Gear for Travelers
Last Updated: 5/17/24 | May 17th, 2024 What do you take on your trip? What do you actually need? As long-time readers know, I’m a fan of packing light. I don’t think you really need much when you travel. As a backpacker, I want to make sure everything I own fits into one bag. I […]
How to Be More Interesting While Traveling
Meeting people on the road can be challenging if you’re not always comfortable in social situations. In this guest post, behavior investigator Vanessa Van Edwards shares her expert tips and advice to help you conquer your anxiety and become comfortable engaging travelers and locals while you travel.
The Best Walking Tours in Dublin
Posted: 8/21/2023 | August 21st, 2023 I love Dublin. As a writer, how could I not? This is a city once home to iconic Nobel laureates like George Bernard Shaw, William Butler Yeats, and Samuel Beckett. It’s the perfect place for cozy cafes and writing. Dublin is home to the rambunctious Temple Bar, Trinity College […]
Why You Shouldn’t Overlook the American South
Posted: 02/18/19 | February 18th, 2019 I love the South. Over the years, it has become one of my favorite parts of the United States. Before I went traveling, I always had this perception that the southern states were backward. They were filled with racists, yokels, and obese, gun-loving, Jesus freaks. It was a perception […]
10 Ways to Visit Stockholm on a Budget
Last Updated: 5/6/22 | May 6th, 2022 Stockholm. It’s one of my favorite cities in the world. I love its historical architecture, the natural beauty of the archipelago, the wild nightlife, and the beautiful people that call the city home. Throw in lots of parks, delicious cafés, and delicious food and you’ve got the recipe […]
Franklin, TN: A Favorite New Destination
Posted: 7/28/2022 | July 28th, 2022 “Want some bourbon?” the giant of a man in front of me asked. “I mean, I could never say no to such an offer,” I said as I raised the little plastic sample cup to my mouth and sipped the amber liquid. “Oh, wow. That’s good. Smooth.” “Well, come […]