Category Archives: Travel Guides & Tips

57 Reasons to Travel Southeast Asia (In Photos)

57 Reasons to Travel Southeast Asia (In Photos) It’s easy to spend several months traveling the circuit of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia and only scratch the surface. Many big cities are home to busy roads packed motorbikes and street food vendors but also offer quiet temples and places for peaceful reflection. Leave the busy urban areas...

44 Photos of Israel & Jordan The children were laughing loudly and we could hear their cheers echoing down this ancient walkway. They smiled and gave one another bunny ears while looking into the camera. One of their friends came running down the steps toward them, wearing a Micky Mouse sweater drinking a can of Sprite. Everything around us, the buildings...

How to Pack for 1 Year of Travel in a Backpack Deciding what to pack for 1 year of travel can be stressful. It doesn’t have to be, though. When some people saw that I only had a 35-liter backpack and an additional small day pack, they seemed surprised by how little I brought with me for...

My 1 Year of Travel Budget – Costs & How to Save Money isn’t the only aspect of planning a long term trip but it’s certainly one of the most common questions I receive. Each person’s financial situation is different and there are a number of ways to determine a one year of travel budget and how you save. For me,...

51 Photos of Europe from 6 Months of Travel The beautiful architecture, history, and different cultures of Europe have interested me since I was a kid. This was the destination of my first trip abroad and I keep finding new reasons to visit. Usually those reasons start with a few great photos of Europe, perhaps...

10 Reasons to Take a Free Walking Tour in Europe After arriving in a new city and checking into a hostel or other accommodation, I ask myself what to explore first. Walking through the city to get my bearings and find some great places to eat is usually at the top of my list. After that, I’ll...