Posted: 12/9/2010 | December 9th, 2010 Update 7/1/18: I love LA now. It’s really grown on me. It’s one of those places that takes a while to get the feel for. A place that only slowly reveals itself and, after years of going there, I can say fully that I love LA. I wouldn’t want […]
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Munich Travel Guide
Munich, the largest city in southern Germany and the capital of Bavaria, is famous for its annual beer festival, Oktoberfest. But there’s a lot more to visiting Munich than drinking steins of beer. The city is host to a beautiful historic city center, an old castle, large parks and gardens, hearty German food, and beer […]
Bristol Travel Guide
Bristol is an energetic and artsy city bursting with a robust restaurant scene, fascinating history, and lots of art. A college town with a youthful feeling, the city is full of great budget experiences, plenty of parks to relax in, interesting museums and historic homes, and a waterfront lined with art galleries and eateries. Bristol […]
Chasing Travel Ghosts (Part 2): Thoughts on Going Back
Updated: 04/10/19 | April 10th, 2019 Last year, I talked about how travelers are often chasing ghosts. We revisit places, trying to capture that initial amazingness we felt while we were there. And most of the time we end up disappointed. We go back and try to re-create something that can’t be re-created. In a […]
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money with Eurail Passes
This is the eternal question every traveler to Europe faces. Whether you are going for two weeks or two months, everyone wonders if they will save money by buying a rail pass or if it’s cheaper to buy tickets as they go? In this post, I dive into the details to find out the best option for the budget traveler!
Bosnia & Herzegovina Travel Guide
Often overlooked because the country’s name is still synonymous with the Yugoslavian War of the 1990s, Bosnia & Herzegovina deserves your attention. It’s one of the most underrated destinations in Europe. Not a lot of people backpack or travel through the country but it is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Three major religions […]
British Virgin Islands Travel Guide
The British Virgin Islands are a picture-perfect paradise. These idyllic islands are home to white-sand beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, crystal-clear turquoise water, scenic hiking, lots of boating opportunities, and more cheap rum you can handle. However, life here is not just hammocks and piña coladas. From festivals and diving to scenic hiking trails and […]
Munich is Better than Berlin
Munich is very famous for the festival Oktoberfest. However, there is much more to the city than that, including people who surf in the local river.
The 7 Best Hotels in Bangkok
Posted: 2/19/24 | February 19th, 2024 Famous for its chaotic streets, friendly people, cheap and delicious street food, and wild nightlife, Bangkok is one of my favorite cities in the world (I even spent two years living here). It just has a contagious energy that can’t be beat. I never ever ever get tired of […]
Cologne Travel Guide
Cologne is the fourth largest city in Germany and a popular tourist destination for people passing to/from the Netherlands. The city is known for its Gothic World Heritage Site cathedral, wonderful cafes and international restaurants, and historic architecture. Cologne, or Köln in German, was founded as part of the Roman Empire and ruins from that […]
Living Les Bons Temps at Mardi Gras
Updated: 03/16/20 | March 16th, 2020 As I threw beads over the wrought-iron balcony of Bourbon Bandstand, I looked down at the crowds: strangers in elaborate costumes toasted drinks, laughed, and danced while street bands entertained them with jazz. “Mardi Gras is certainly wild,” I thought. As they say here, “Laissez les bons temps rouler!” […]
The 6 Best Hotels in Prague
Posted: 3/28/24 | March 28th, 2024 Prague is one of my favorite cities in Europe. Ever since my first visit in 2006, I’ve loved coming here. The winding cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, and spacious squares give the city an unrivaled historic allure. Prague has skyrocketed in popularity. It gets crowded in the summer and I […]