Last Updated: 07/04/2018 | July 4th, 2018 In the crowded streets of Hong Kong, one always finds street vendors serving delicious noodles, roasted ducks hanging in the windows of restaurants, fish tanks full of tonight’s dinner, and trendy eateries next to decades-old dim sum establishments. Smells of rice, fried chicken, and noodles fill the air as you […]
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How Hostelworld Screws Hostel Owners
Posted: 01/21/19 | January 21st, 2019 I’ve wanted to own a hostel since I first started traveling. During my month on Ko Lipe in 2006, I spent my lazy days on the beach dreaming of opening one in New Zealand with some friends. It was going to be eco-friendly and called “The Greenhouse.” A few […]
The 5 Best Hostels in Cape Town
Last Updated: 10/20/23 | October 20th, 2023 Cape Town has been a popular backpacker hub for years. It’s also fast becoming a favorite with digital nomads too, thanks to the city’s vibrant nightlife and rich, diverse culture. There are plenty of budget-friendly hostels for backpackers and nomads here. Below you’ll find my list of the […]
The 9 Best Hostels in Lisbon
Last Updated: 9/13/2023 | September 13th, 2023 Lisbon is known to have some of the best hostels in the world. There are more than 70 hostels in the city and year after year, its hostels take home some of the top spots in the top-rated “best hostels in Lisbon” lists you see floating around the […]
Sydney Travel Guide
Sydney is a cosmopolitan city surrounded by stunning beaches, iconic architecture, and acclaimed wine regions. Besides being Australia’s largest city (over 5 million people live here, almost 20% of the entire country), Sydney is also its most visited. Though, contrary to popular belief, not the country’s capital. Few visitors to Australia skip the city — […]
The Cost of Traveling New Zealand
Even with a favorable exchange rate, New Zealand is an expensive country. If you’re going to backpack here, be prepared to spend your money. That said, I offer some tips in this post on how you can cut expenses in order to make it work on a budget.
Where to Stay in NYC: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 Trying to find accommodation in New York City can be a painstaking process given the large number of hotels and neighborhoods to stay in. This is a city of over 10 million people. It’s massive and there is a lot of choice. As someone who spent years living […]
A 7-Day Southern California Road Trip Itinerary
Last Updated: 3/19/24 | March 19th, 2024 I’ve been on many road trips around the US over the years. It’s by far my favorite way to explore the country. One state in particular is perfect for road-tripping: California. Occupying much of the West Coast, California is home to almost 40 million people. Here visitors will […]
The 8 Best Hostels in London
Last Updated: 1/11/24 | January 11th, 2024 London is one of my recent favorite cities in the world. I always liked London but it wasn’t until I spent a few weeks there a few summers ago that I fell in love with London. I didn’t want to leave. London is a truly great city. And […]
The 9 Best Hostels in Stockholm
Last Updated: 9/13/23 | September 13th, 2023 Stockholm is one of my favorite places in Europe. In my opinion, it’s one of the prettiest cities on the continent, with well-preserved historic buildings dating back hundreds of years, lots of parks and green space, and cobblestone streets, all set on a beautiful archipelago. I’ve been going […]
Why I Still Stay in Hostels When I Travel
Last Updated: 7/8/2023 | July 8th, 2023 People are always shocked when they find out that I still stay in hostels. “Aren’t you too old for that?” “Why would you still want to do that?” “Don’t you actually make money? Are you still too broke for an Airbnb?” “How do you even sleep?” Even though […]
The 5 Best Hostels in Vancouver
Last Updated: 12/8/23 | December 8th, 2023 Vancouver is one of my favorite cities in the world. It’s filled with delicious food (there’s lots of amazing sushi here), spacious parks (don’t miss Stanley Park), and is close to both the mountains and the ocean. The city consistently ranks in the top five best places to […]