Updated: 08/04/19 | August 4th, 2019 In 2019, one of the keynote speakers at TravelCon was Tony Wheeler, the founder of Lonely Planet. I’ve been fortunate enough to chat with Tony a few times over the years, and I was honored when he agreed to speak at our conference. With TravelCon19 in the books, I […]
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How this Indian Couple Navigated Visas to Travel the World
Updated: 12/04/19 | December 4th, 2019 As an American, it’s easy for me to travel the world. My dollar goes far and I only have to worry about visas to a few countries around the world. But not everyone is blessed with a golden passport and it can be very hard to not only save […]
Backpacking Cambodia: 3 Suggested Itineraries for Your Trip
Last Updated: 8/28/22 | August 28th, 2022 Cambodia. Often overshadowed by neighboring Thailand, it’s a country full of warm and friendly people, beautiful coastlines, a lively nightlife, and a growing foodie scene. It’s also one of the cheapest countries in the region. To be honest, I didn’t have high expectations when I first visited in […]
How I’ve Kept Traveling the World After Having My Baby
Posted: 3/24/2023 | March 24th, 2023 Everyone says that you have to stop traveling the world once you have kids. In this guest post, Kristin from Be My Travel Muse shares how she has managed to keep traveling the world — even with a baby — and the lessons and challenges traveling with a child […]
Meeting People: The Real World vs Travel World
Updated: 02/05/19 | February 5th, 2019 One of my favorite parts about traveling is the ability to meet a diverse range of people. In hostels, on tours, on buses, sitting at cafés, or at bars, when you travel it’s easy to make new friends. So easy that sometimes you feel like you have friend overload. […]
Oslo Travel Guide
The picturesque, cosmopolitan city of Oslo is the capital of Norway. Located in the southeast corner of the country, this coastal city is bursting with greenery and outdoor activities, cool museums, lots of art, amazing seafood, and more. Oslo makes for an excellent base to explore southern Norway as well as a fun weekend getaway […]
The Day I Quit My Job to Travel the World
After my first trip to Thailand, I knew I wanted to travel. But it took time and money and planning to make that dream a reality. Was it easy? Absolutely not. But the best things in life never are.
What Kind of Backpacker Are You?
Last Updated: 4/8/19 | April 8th, 2019 (Originally Posted: 07/29/2009) Note: So much has changed since I originally wrote this post 10 years ago (also, isn’t it crazy that I’ve been blogging for so long?) that I thought that this funny little article needed an update. The Flashpacker is long gone. The Digital Nomad has […]
Singapore Travel Guide
Singapore is one of my favorite cities in the world. It’s a foodie’s dream, bursting with tasty hawker stalls, delicious Indian food, and fresh seafood. There are hiking trails where you can stretch your legs and beaches for chilling out and soaking up the sun. Home to around 5.7 million people, Singapore is a cosmopolitan […]
23 Ways to Cut Your Expenses and Have More Money for Travel
No matter how cheap we want to be, travel requires some money. There’s no way to avoid that, so in order to save for our trips, we need to cut our expenses. Here are some simple and creative ways to cut your expenses, make money, and get on the road sooner!
30 Fantastic Photos from Iceland to Inspire Your Next Trip
Updated: 03/16/20 | March 16th, 2020 Last month, I finally visited Iceland. It wasn’t the impossible budget destination people made it out to be. The locals were warm and welcoming, took me around, and showed me their homes. They were incredibly hospitable, and I made a lot of Icelandic friends on my trip. And, while […]
Chiang Mai Travel Guide
Chiang Mai is the largest and most popular city in northern Thailand. It’s the main base of activities for most travelers who come up north and is one of the most visited cities in Thailand for travelers of all types. The city is brimming with culture, incredible food markets, dozens of beautiful temples, a relaxed […]