Frankfurt is a city ripe with culture, restaurants, and history. It’s also the center of banking and business in Europe. While Frankfurt lacks the charm of Munich or Berlin, it’s more than just a stopover destination (Frankfurt’s airport is one of the world’s busiest international airports so a lot of people have short stopovers here). […]
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Bahamas Travel Guide
Postcard-perfect beaches, crystalline waters, and a plethora of resorts make the Bahamas a popular destination for millions of tourists every year — especially vacationing Americans and cruisers. Composed of 700 islands, of which 31 are inhabited, the Bahamas offers more than just upscale resorts. There’s a huge range of historical, cultural, and natural attractions in […]
7 Lessons Learned from 3 Months in China
Posted: 11/20/2014 | November, 20th, 2014 China is a fascinating and rapidly changing country. Old customs and habits hang on as modern skyscrapers go up every second, the country becomes more of a global powerhouse, and people from around the world move there. My friend Scott Young, best known as a learning hacker who learned […]
Vang Vieng: A Hedonistic Backpacker Town Reborn
Updated: 03/17/20 | March 17th, 2020 As I tubed down the slow river back into town, all around me were signs of a previous era: zip lines and rope swings sitting unused, bars long ago boarded up, and fading signs advertising cheap drinks. Vang Vieng’s riverbank was a reminder of the town’s recent past, like […]
The 30 Best Things to Do in San Francisco
Last Updated: 2/1/24 | February 1st, 2024 I love San Francisco. It’s a city home to hippies, techies, artists, immigrants, students, and everyone in between. There’s incredible music, delicious food for all budgets, parks galore, and an amazing bohemian vibe. With so many diverse influences, it’s no surprise that San Francisco has evolved into a […]
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 […]
The 8 Best Hostels in Dubrovnik
Last Updated: 10/20/23 | October 20th, 2023 Dubrovnik is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. In fact, it’s so stunning that many Game of Thrones episodes were shot in the city’s Stari Grad (Old Town) because it’s just so gorgeously impressive. But what was once a hidden gem that saw a fleeting number of tourists […]
Mexico City Travel Guide
Mexico City is a sprawling, chaotic, messy city in the best way possible. Here you’ll find world-class museums, monumental churches, grand plazas, historic buildings, lush parks, and one of the best food scenes in the world. It’s no surprise that travelers fall in love with all aspects of this dynamic city. Founded in the early […]
Croatia Travel Guide
Croatia is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. It’s the go-to spot for stunning beaches, rugged islands, historic architecture, and all the sailing you could ask for. I think the country is vastly underappreciated. The tourism focus in the country is usually Hvar, Split, Dubrovnik, Istria, or the famed Plitvice Lakes. Too much […]
Where to Stay in Medellín: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 4/9/24 | April 9th, 2024 The city of Medellín is hugely popular with travelers and digital nomads (that comes with some problems but that’s for another post). It’s the second-largest city in Colombia (after Bogotá). I absolutely love the city. It has a world-class restaurant scene, there’s plenty of nightlife, it’s affordable, and there’s […]
The 8 Best Hotels in Paris
Posted: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 Paris is one of my favorite cities in the world. It’s a city I’ve visited countless times, I lived there, I’ve run tours there. I’m one of those people who thinks it lives up to all the hype. But, it’s also a huge, sprawling city with 20 different neighborhoods […]