I’ve made more than my share of travel mistakes. Fortunately, I’ve learned from them. Today, I want to share some of the common travel mistakes you should avoid when you head out on your next trip. With some preparation, you can avoid these common mistakes and have a smoother, more enjoyable trip.
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Hostel Etiquette: What to Do and Not to Do in a Hostel
When you’re staying in hostels, you’re staying in a shared space. It’s best to be considerate because nobody likes a rude traveler. In this post, I give you 8 guidelines for being a good hosteler so that you’re remembered by other travelers as a cool person (and not that jerk who woke other people up).
The Cost of Traveling Far Eastern Europe
Last Updated: 1/31/23 | January 31st, 2023 When most people visit Europe they have a tendency to stick to the western and central regions of the continent. England, Spain, France, Germany, and Italy all see their fair share of tourists — and then some! Travelers with a longer trip in mind will branch out a […]
Where to Stay in Bangkok: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 4/19/24 | April 19th, 2024 I love Bangkok. It’s one of my favorite cities in the world (I spent two years living here). It doesn’t necessarily have tons of “tourist attractions,” but its energy is contagious and the people are the best. A city of eight million people spread out over 50 districts, […]
14 Things to Do in Medellín (and the ONE thing NOT to do!)
Last Updated: 2/21/24 | February 21st, 2024 Once considered one of the deadliest cities in the world, Medellín has undergone a transformation over the last fifteen years that has made it one of the most modern places in all of Colombia. The city has become a lot safer, and there is a fantastic metro and […]
The 23 Best Things to Do in Hong Kong
Last Updated: 3/5/24 | March 5th, 2024 Hong Kong is one of the most densely packed cities in the world. It’s a vibrant, towering, eclectic city that’s bursting at the seams with people, food, activities, and history. It’s also one of my favorite cities in the world. Home to over 7.4 million people, Hong Kong […]
HostelPass Review: Is This Discount Pass Worth It?
Last Updated: 12/4/2023 | December 4th, 2023 Backpacking Europe is a rite of passage. With a well-worn travel trail, a huge variety of amazing destinations, and tons of hostels, Europe is a fun, safe, and easy place to travel. It’s where I first started backpacking over 15 years ago, and I still make sure to […]
Hosteling for Baby Boomers
All too often, hostels fall victim to a few common stereotypes. Hostels are considered to be dirty, loud, and uncomfortable. Fortunately, most hostels are actually very clean, organized, and full of wonderful people. Best of all, you’ll find people of all ages in them! If you are a traveling baby boomer be sure to give hostels a chance – your wallet will thank you!
The 8 Best Hostels in New York City
Last Updated: 9/13/23 | September 13th, 2023 New York City may be the city that never sleeps, but it’s definitely hard to find a (cheap) place to sleep here. Accommodation in NYC is not cheap — and it’s often hard to find deals. That’s (in part) by design. There used to be a lot of […]
The 9 Best Hostels in Sydney
Last Updated: 9/13/23 | September 13th, 2023 Hostels in Sydney are expensive. Since I started visiting the city, I’ve seen hostel prices skyrocket as just the cost of living in Australia has gone up. Even when you factor in the favorable exchange rate right now, it’s expensive to get a bed here, especially at some […]
The 7 Best Hostels in San Francisco
Last Updated: 5/15/23 | May 15th, 2023 San Francisco is a beautiful, eclectic city. Balancing its hippie roots with its modern, techie scene, it’s a cool, lively, energetic place bursting with history and tons of amazing food. It’s home to hippies, students, artists, entrepreneurs, and sizable immigrant communities. All of that combines to create one […]
The 4 Best Hostels in Chicago
Last Updated: 12/13/23 | December 13th, 2023 Boasting a robust food scene (don’t miss Chicago-style pizza!), fun nightlife, and plenty of green space, Chicago is not only one of my favorite cities in the US, it’s one of my favorite cities in the world! While the winters here are harsh, it’s a beautiful, green city […]