The first time I travelled through Java I honestly skipped past Malang entirely. Like many backpackers, I had booked an all-in-one tour from Yogyakarta all the way to the volcanoes of Mt. Bromo
If you go above Lima to strike out at Peru’s lesser-visited North, chances are that you will visit Trujillo. Far from a transit stop, Peru’s third largest city is a destination in its
There are few adventures quite like a US road trip. Whether you’re driving California’s Pacific Coast Highway, exploring Utah’s national parks, crossing the Rockies, or cruising Route 66, staying connected can make the
When I first moved to Madeira, I assumed learning Portuguese would happen naturally. I was hearing the language every day. Whether I was ordering coffee in a village café, buying groceries, chatting with
A hiking trip that begins beneath snow-capped Alpine peaks and ends on Madeira’s volcanic ridges sounds ambitious because it is. You are not simply combining several trails. You are moving between different countries,
Your stay in Cusco will likely be an action-packed and tiring affair, as the typical backpacker itinerary is filled with treks, early-morning starts, and intense sightseeing. That’s why it’s even more important to
Luang Prabang is my favorite place in Southeast Asia for short stays. It’s just so soulful and serene, from the bustling but quaint old town to the quiet nature just a few minutes
Saigon has a vibrant culture that’s a ton of fun to lose yourself in, but it can become overstimulating after a while, especially for first-time visitors. Luckily, there are several day trips near
There are a lot of eSIM companies in the world. They all work a similar way: you download their app, pick your package, install the eSIM into your smartphone, and off you go.
When I’m out there on the travel trail and I tell someone I’m a blogger, 9 times out of 10 the first question they ask me is how I make money. It comes