Last Updated: 8/7/2023 | August 7th, 2023 Teaching overseas is one of a great way to earn money while you travel, stay in one place longer, and get to deeply experience another culture. I spent years teaching in Thailand and Taiwan and they were some of the most impactful experiences of my traveling. Living in […]
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12 Ways to Shoot the Perfect Travel Photograph
Photographs are important for the memories they represent. You look at a picture and it conjures up thoughts, feelings, and smells that take you back to a long forgotten place. This week, pho expert Laurence from Finding the Universe is here to help us step up our photography game and get the best pictures from our travels!
Trapped in Paradise: A Trip to Fiji
Updated: 1/26/19 | Originally Posted: 01/18/10 (Updated prices) Whenever I hear the word “Fiji,” I think of those postcards you see in airports: white sand beaches, palm trees, a little boat in the ocean, and the bluest, clearest water in the world. Essentially, it’s my idea of heaven. With my friend Gary from Everything-Everywhere heading […]
Two San Diegans Conquer Their Fears and Go Around the World
Today we’re going to meet Katie and Steve Nauman. They are a couple in their thirties from San Diego. Katie and Steve spent a year saving up for their 11-month trip before they quit their jobs and headed out into the world for the majority of 2012. Find out how the managed and what tips they have to pass on to their fellow travelers!
The 7 Best Hotels in Sydney
Posted: 3/1/2024 | March 1st, 2024 Sydney is where most travelers start their trip to Australia. It’s the country’s largest city (almost 20% of the entire population lives here), boasting incredible beaches, a fun nightlife, and lots of museums and galleries. I’ve been visiting the city since 2007 and always have an amazing time. Sydney […]
How to Make Your Money Last When You Travel
People want to know how I am able to travel so long. Did I win the lottery? But there is no real secret. The way to make your money last is to be smart and realistic about your budget, and to do your research. Here are 5 steps you can follow to make your money last while you’re on the road.
16 Easy Steps for Planning Your Next Trip
Planning a long trip can be a daunting task. Where do you begin? What’s step one? What’s step two? What’s step three? It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the beginning, especially when you haven’t done something like this before. Use this step-by-step guide to help you get out the door and into your next adventure!
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. […]
Can You Teach English Abroad Without a TEFL?
Last Updated: 7/15/23 | July 15th, 2023 Whether you want to kick-start a new career, work a short-term job until you have enough money to travel again, or take a longer sojourn in another country, teaching English abroad is an option that allows you to do all those things. I taught English abroad for two […]
10 Best Places to Go Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is one of the best activities to do when you are on a nice tropical island. Under the sea, down where it’s wetter, you’ll find coral reefs teeming with life, Nemo’s cousins, lots of fish, plants, and beautiful colors. Whether you are looking to start or looking for new places to go, here are some of the best places to go diving in the world.
11 Reasons Why I Love Thailand (And Why You Need to Visit)
Last Updated: 7/6/22 | July 6th, 2022 I’ve been to Thailand more times than I can count. I’ve lived in Bangkok twice, I’ve run tours through the country, and, if I stay away for more than a year, I feel as if a piece of me is missing. I love Thailand. It holds a special […]
Four Reasons This Is the Year of the Budget Traveler
Updated: 01/14/20 | January 14th, 2020 When I started traveling a decade ago, there were no large travel blogs as we know them, sharing economy websites, or apps, and there were few online booking sites for obscure destinations. I remember finding only one website about backpacking in Europe and a couple of forums where I […]