Posted: 7/4/2022 | July 4th, 2022 Digital nomadism, remote work, location independence — whatever you want to call it, it’s hot right now. COVID has changed what “the office” means and people around the world are waking up to something those of us who have long worked online, especially in the digital creator space, learned […]
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Travel, Vacations, and the Issue of Time
Last Updated: 3/10/21 | March 10th, 2021 When I was growing up, my family didn’t travel. We were typical tourists. Like most modern, middle-class American families, if we went anywhere, it was because we were on vacation — short leisure trips with a fixed start and end, tied to the calendar of the working year, […]
When Can You Say You Know a Place?
Updated: 01/17/19 | Posted: 10/12/09 People always like to debate the supposed difference between travelers and tourists. The tourist is someone who is in and out of a place quickly, taking a few pictures, and following their guidebook to overpriced restaurants along the way. The traveler, on the other hand, tend to move slower. They […]
Brussels Travel Guide
Brussels is a bit of an underdog city in Europe. Most travelers speed through on their way to Paris or Amsterdam. Or they skip the city altogether. I think that’s a mistake. As the administrative center of the European Union, Brussels can feel a bit “stuffy” — but don’t let that fool you. The city […]
Vientiane Travel Guide
Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is home to around 1 million people. The name of the city is French and derived from “Viangchan” (“walled city of sandalwood”). The city was the economic hub under French rule, which started in 1893 and lasted until 1953. Nowadays, the capital is a hub for café culture, cheap spas, […]
Sydney on a Budget: 15 Cheap & Free Activities
I recently went back to Sydney after years away and I was reminded of something about Sydney I had forgotten: its high prices. The truth is that Sydney can burn a hole in your wallet quicker than actual fire. If you want to enjoy the best this city has to offer on a budget and still have fun, here are 13 ways to save big.
The 25 Best Things to Do in Budapest
Last Updated: 1/8/24 | January 8th, 2024 When I first visited Budapest, the gritty, rundown streets charmed me. Budapest felt edgy. This was a city of underground bars in abandoned buildings, hearty food, and serious people. Originally founded by the Celts around 1 CE, the region was later annexed by the Romans, who founded the […]
Travel Legend Rolf Potts on Backpacking and Travel
Rolf Potts is one of the most famous modern travelers writers out there. He burst onto the scene with his book, Vagabonding, and since then, the book has become a must travel for first time travelers. Rolf has, in many ways, become the face of modern backpacking. He recently took time out of his busyschedule to sit down and discuss backpacking.
Madagascar Travel Guide
Madagascar, a country famed for its lemurs, massive baobab trees, birding, and jungles, offers visitors a rich playground to explore. I was enthralled by the country’s beauty during my visit. There are sweeping canyons and gorges, grand waterfalls, and a diverse landscape that spans the entire island. One day you’re in a tropical jungle, the […]
Vagabonding: An Interview on the Art of Long-Term Travel
Vagabonding is often considered the backpacker’s bible. It is a treatise on the personal and world benefits of travel, especially long-term travel. I still have my original copy and occasionally thumb through chapters. Ten years later, find out why Vagabonding is still a must-read for any backpacker worth their salt.
Are You Happy With Your Life?
Posted: 7/29/2019 | July 29th, 2019 I was recently gifted the sci-fi thriller Dark Matter. Without giving too much away, the book revolves around the idea of a multiverse, where every possible outcome of a decision plays out — and each decision thereafter creates another split and so forth and so forth. It’s an infinite […]
Barcelona Itinerary: How to Spend Your Time in This Incredible City
Last Updated: 3/14/24 | March 14th, 2024 Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. It’s a lively city bursting at the seams with world-class food, wild clubs and bars, and tourists galore. While its roots stretch back to the Roman Empire, it was during the Middle Ages that Barcelona really grew into […]