An 8 Month Backpacking Trip in Numbers
In 2014, I donned my backpack for a grand total of 8 months. And as you can probably imagine, a lot of things happened over such a long period of time. If you’re like me, after going on a long trip (or even a short trip), you might struggle to find ways to condense all of […]
17 Tips on How I Save Money to Travel So Much!
17 simple tips to help you save money so you can travel farther and longer Money (or the lack thereof) is, without a doubt, one of the top reasons people give for not being able to travel. I can’t even tell you the number of times I’ve heard something like “Oh, Nikki, I’d love to […]
The 5 Secrets of Authentic Travel
Have you ever stopped to wonder why some trips bring you more satisfaction than others? The majority of us prepare them with much care and dedication, and cherish high expectations. We work, we save money, we study all the possible destinations, we research routes, etc… And all of this in search of what, exactly? Fancy […]
How to Travel Without Knowing How to Speak Another Language
Many people dream of breaking out of their routine, breathing new airs, and immersing themselves in a completely unknown culture. However, what happens when traveler has their bags ready, but it seems that Spanish or French didn’t fit inside? Now, we’ll go through some ways to guarantee a great trip and navigate around potential difficulties […]
The 5 Best European Train Pass Companies
If you already read our article The Top 10 Most Incredible Train Trips in the World, you probably noticed that a lot of these amazing train trips are in Europe. Why is that? Well, Europe has a massive train network used not only for daily commutes but also for travel between European countries. On top of that, […]
How to Visit North Korea on a Budget
Alright, let’s get this out of the way – Yes, you can visit North Korea (or officially the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea – DPRK). Yes, we have personally visited for 10 days without any issues. And no, it’s not quite as out-of-reach as you might imagine. However, you can’t visit independently. You […]
101 Pictures of North Korea: Pyongyang – Part 1
Last year, we went to North Korea for 10 days. No, I didn’t mistype. Yes, that’s the ‘bad’ Korea – the one you’re always seeing in the news. And yes, I got out alive. (And I was, at no point during the trip, actually fearful that I might not.) (If you’d like to find out […]
101 Pictures of North Korea: Pyongyang – Part 2
As promised, here’s round 2 of pictures from our trip to North Korea. If you haven’t already, be sure to head over to part 1 first to read the introduction and get some background. Alright, here it goes: […]
How to Save on Transportation in Europe with Buses b/w Countries & Cities
Heading to Europe? Want to save $$ on transportation while there? Want to know what transportation options there are beside the trains? Then read on! This article will give you the best website to compare all types of transportation in Europe and tell you about the #1 cheapest way to travel around Europe! Of […]
How to Get from the Airport in Málaga to the Center for 2 Euros
The tourist info center will point you to the bus to get from the airport to the center of the city. But there’s a cheaper and faster option: the train. In this article, we’ll tell you how to get the train at the airport for less than 2€ and which stations to use to get […]
5 DON’Ts When You Visit Ireland the First Time
*This article was written by our friend and Ireland-enthusiast Christin. She fell in love with Ireland after spending a year studying abroad there and wrote this article for us with some wise tips about going to Ireland yourself. Thanks, Christin! If you have any questions for Christin or about the article, leave them in the comments […]
13 Tips to Choose the Perfect Airbnb
Are you a bit unsure about using Airbnb for the first time? If you’re looking for some tips, then this article is for you! Airbnb, a platform that offers travelers accommodation in private homes and apartments, has really grown in popularity over the last few years. Beyond finding a great space that […]