Mozambique isn’t a country on the typical backpacker trail, but it’s peaceful, very affordable, and there are a bunch of fun and interesting things to do there that you can’t do anywhere else. In this post, Kristin Addis shares 7 awesome things you can do as a solo traveler in affordable and uncrowded Tofo, Mozambique.
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A Journey of 1,000 Mint Teas: Reflections on Traveling Morocco
Updated: 1/19/20 | January 19th, 2020 Have you ever loved a destination but couldn’t figure out why – or even a way – to express your feelings? That’s my dilemma with Morocco. In August, I went on a tour with Intrepid Travel and crossed off a country that has long been on my bucket list. […]
The One Skill You Need to Travel the World
There are certain skills that might help you more than others if you’re traveling because if there is one constant in travel, it is that eventually, something goes wrong. But the good news is that they are skills you can learn and the longer you are gone, the more you learn to deal with unexpected situations.
How to Spend 24 Hours in Raleigh, North Carolina
Posted: 1/4/24 | January 4th, 2024 In this guest post, Craig Makepeace (co-founder and publisher of ThisIsRaleigh.com) shares how to spend 24 hours in Raleigh, North Carolina. I have called Raleigh, North Carolina, home for over 10 years. As one of the South’s most vibrant and eclectic burgs, this state capital might be one of […]
11 More Great Travel Books I Read
I love reading. And I’ve fallen in love with reading all over again. Growing up I was an avid reader, though with movies and Netflix at my fingertips it’s all too easy to forget just how incredible – and fun – reading can be. So, if you’re looking for some good reads, look no further!
How to Spend 24 Hours in an Airplane
Posted: 6/7/18 | June 7th, 2018 I’m an aviation geek, which means I love all things related to planes (even if I’m terrified of flying). Planes fascinate me. They have around 8,000 parts and weigh multiple tons but still manage to stay up in the sky without falling apart! I mean have you ever seen […]
27 Golden Rules For Becoming a Master Traveler
Want to step up your travel game? These are my 27 golden rules for travel. Follow them! If you do, you’ll be a master traveler in no time able to travel the world with zeal – all without breaking the bank!
Is Egypt Safe for Female Travelers?
Last updated: 9/19/23 | September 19th, 2023 I get a lot of questions from female readers about safety in Egypt. That’s not really something I can answer. After all, I only know what female friends tell me. I’m not an expert so, today, Monica Chapon from This Rare Earth is going to share her experience […]
15 Lessons from 15 Years of Blogging
Posted: 4/2/23 | April 2nd, 2023 Today is a big day. It marks fifteen years running this website. I posted my first blog entry in early April 2008, after spending over a month bugging friends I met in Vietnam for help with coding. Back then, in the days before WordPress, you had to hand-code everything, […]
Yasawa Islands Travel Guide
The Yasawa Islands is an archipelago of 20 islands in the northwest Fiji that make up one of the most popular regions in the country — especially among budget travelers. With amazing diving, incredible beaches, scenic vistas, plentiful hiking, and amazing wildlife (including manta rays!), the Yasawas are a postcard-perfect destination for budget travelers in […]
Reader Story: How Angela Travels the World as an Au Pair
Ever wanted to work and travel around the world? In this reader story, Angéla shares how she went from never traveling to living abroad and working in 7 different countries. By working as an au pair, Angéla has found a way to both travel and earn money anywhere in the world.
How Arielle Found a Job Working on a Yacht
Today’s reader story comes from Arielle. She found a job on a yacht and used that as a platform to make her travel dreams a reality. In this interview, Arielle shares her tips, tricks, and advice for anyone thinking of working on a yacht in order to see the world.