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The United Arab Emirates is not a backpacker-friendly country, and just 48 hours in Abu Dhabi can cost you a fortune. It was quite a challenge to stick to a budget, but I succeeded, mostly. Here are some tips and tricks I picked up during my second visit to Abu Dhabi, and how visiting during Ramadan affected my trip. Don’t …
Read More » March 18, 2020
Private Boat Tours in San Diego Are More than Just Whale Watching
You may know about private boat tours in San Diego for whale watching excursions, but did you realiz…
March 8, 2020
What Do You Do When a Bus Drops You Off in the Middle of Nowhere
It’s never fun when a bus drops you off in the middle of nowhere, and even worse when it&rsquo…
February 27, 2020
Everything You Should Know Before Booking a Cruise
Booking a cruise may be intimidating, especially if this is your first time. However, it will be an …
February 22, 2020
Budget Travel Guide: 5 Tips for Backpacking in Bordeaux
France is not one of the cheaper countries to visit in Europe. If you’re on a budget, definite…
February 10, 2020
What Do You Do With Only 48 Hours in Berlin
As the fifth-largest city in Europe, it can be very hard to decide how to spend only 48 hours in Ber…
February 4, 2020
Ending Up at Ao Nang Beach in Krabi was a Shock
I’d always heard the famous spots in southern Thailand were overcrowded, overpriced and not wo…
January 29, 2020
How to Spend 48 Hours with the Bordeaux CityPass
If you’re planning to spend 48 or 72 hours in Bordeaux, there are several reasons you should g…
January 18, 2020
Budget Travel Guide: How Expensive is Berlin on a Budget?
Back in 2016, I spent a week exploring Berlin on a budget without really knowing what I should be do…
January 12, 2020
How 48 Hours in Hamburg Made it My Favorite German City
I’m going to start this one off by saying that 48 hours in Hamburg isn’t nearly enough t…
January 7, 2020
The Dinosaur Giant Lanterns at the Edinburgh Zoo Aren’t Just for Kids
To complete my Edinburgh Hogmanay celebration, I went to see the giant lanterns at the Edinburgh zoo…
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June, 2019
- 18 June
Riva del Garda: Finding a Good Time on the Shores of Lago di Garda
If you’re visiting Verona or Trento and want to get out of the city for some relaxation, allow me to suggest Riva del Garda on the northern shore of Lago di Garda. This old village has a few spots to explore, but more importantly offers a chance to just slow down and enjoy the view. Getting to Riva del Garda …
Read More » - 11 June
An Honest Review of the Verona Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
Verona is my favorite city in Italy. With dozens of attractions to see and buckets of information to gather, it can seem overwhelming to explore. The Verona Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour is a great way to get started. 4 Reasons to Choose a Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour There are hundreds of Hop-On, Hop Off Bus Tours all around the world. …
Read More » - 5 June
A One-Week Backpacker’s Guide to Northern Laos for a Visa Run
Twice now, I’ve done a visa run through northern Laos. Each time, I’ve seen several attractions and skipped even more. Here’s the best way to spend a week in northern Laos, whether you’re going for a visa run or just want to see the highlights. Entry Through Huay Xai The northernmost entry into Laos from Thailand is from Chiang Khong, …
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May, 2019
- 27 May
A Complete Guide to Buddha Park – Vientiane’s Best Attraction
I still can’t get over the Buddha Park in Laos. Not because of how amazing it is, but because it’s the last thing I expected to see in the country. I grew up thinking of communist countries having no religion. Why? Because John Lennon said so. I think I had some other friends confirm that. Then again, one rule of …
Read More » - 16 May
The Blue Lagoon in Laos is Nothing Like the One in Iceland
My expectations for the Blue Lagoon in Laos might have been a little high, considering I was thinking of the attraction in Iceland with the same name. There are actually three lagoons in Vang Vieng, Laos which are (sometimes…kinda…not really) blue, but the similarities end there. A Short History of Vang Vieng I’d never heard of Vang Vieng before two …
Read More » - 5 May
The UXO Museum Showed Me How the US Destroyed Laos
Laos is the most bombed country in the world per capita. The horrific story behind this and its ramifications are found at the UXO Museum in Luang Prabang. What is the UXO Museum UXO stands for UneXploded Ordnance. In other words, bombs that didn’t detonate. During the Vietnam War, from 1964 to 1973 the American military extended the war into …
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April, 2019
- 27 April
A Full Itinerary for a Day at the Kuang Si Waterfalls
After you take the Slow Boat to Luang Prabang, the first activity you should do is the Kuang Si Waterfalls. But Kuang Si is more than just the waterfalls, and some of the tours only give you two hours there. How do you make the most of your time on your visit? I went two times. The first time, I …
Read More » - 21 April
The Ultimate Guide to the Slow Boat in Laos
The Slow Boat in Laos refers to the river taxi that runs from the border of Thailand to Luang Prabang, the old capital of Laos until 1975. Here’s a complete guide for the tour, whether you book with an agency or purchase every step on your own. I originally went down the slow boat back in 2017 as one of …
Read More » - 15 April
What an Authentic Hammam for Men in Marrakech is Really Like
Before I went to Morocco, I had no idea what a hammam was, let alone whether I should try a hammam for men in Marrakech. What is a Hammam for Men I confess I may have thought of a Muslim harem when someone first mentioned the word “hammam.” A harem is the part of the household dedicated to women, while …
Read More » - 3 April
A Day in Baandam – Thailand’s Ultra-Eccentric Black House Museum
Most people head to Chiang Rai to see the White Temple or perhaps the Blue Temple, but I think the Black House Museum is the best attraction there. What is The Black House Museum In Thai, baan means house and dam means black (you put the adjective after the noun in Thailand). The name Baandam is literally that – someone’s black …
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March, 2019
- 16 March
5 Ways to Skip the Massive Crowds at the White Temple in Chiang Rai
Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple in Chiang Rai, is the city’s most popular attraction and one of the most beautiful temples in the world. As such, the endless stream of tourists passing through the temple can become a little uncomfortable, and getting a photo without anyone in it is nearly impossible. Here are a few tricks …
Read More » - 13 March
The Pros and Cons of Being an Expat in Chiang Mai
The first time I came to Chiang Mai in November 2015, I was following a bunch of bloggers who attended TBEX Bangkok with me. I immediately fell in love with the northern capital of Thailand and resolved to make it my winter home base as much as possible. This is now my third time living as an expat in Chiang …
Read More » - 10 March
My Two Weeks Exploring Kuala Lumpur on a Budget
Kuala Lumpur was one of the last countries I visited in 2015. I went for two weeks to help at a hostel as a volunteer through Workaway. After my fast-paced travels through Europe in the summer, it’s been nice to slow down in SE Asia and take my time in cities. Somehow my two weeks in Kuala Lumpur still went …
Read More » - 7 March
An Honest Review of Mobike Rentals in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Not long ago, a new bike rental service opened up in Chiang Mai. Rather than renting from a store, you can now unlock bikes with the Mobike app. They’re cheap, they’re available all over the city, and they’re ready to break down at any moment. Here’s my review on the pros and cons of the Chiang Mai Mobike. Dirt Cheap …
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