Thailand is a backpacker’s paradise. A lot of beautiful things to see, a lot of fun stuff to do, and of course, a lot of partying. There are a lot of places to party in Thailand but from a backpacker’s perspective, these are the seven best party destinations. 7. Koh Tao This island is pretty… Read More 7 Best Backpacker Party Destinations in Thailand
You know the name. You know the reputation. Koh Phangan is home to the world-famous Full Moon Party, a raging good time on the shores of Haad Rin Beach where thousands of people of all ages are dripping sweat and neon point and chugging buckets. Yes, the Full Moon Party is reason enough to go… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide to Koh Phangan, Thailand
Nha Trang is quickly becoming one of Vietnam’s premier travel destinations. With the most stunning beaches that Vietnam has to offer, it is no wonder why travelers flock to this paradise on the Pacific Coast of the country. Looking at the city now, it is almost impossible to fathom that just two decades ago, the… Read More Why No Trip To Nha Trang Is Complete Without Visiting Sailing Club
When I first flew into Mexico City, it was for an overnight layover and I initially just planned on sleeping at the airport. The travel bug bit me a bit too hard and after two months in South America, I decided that I wasn’t quite done traveling yet. Part of it was also that I… Read More 12 Reasons Why You Should Go To Mexico City
Before this current trip to Mexico, I had been to Mexico about six or seven times. Not once had I even thought about staying there long-term. I had backpacked Central America before and did spend some time in Mexico but half of that was spent in… ugh… Cancun. However, don’t let the negative preconceptions of… Read More Why Mexico Is A Great Place For Your First Backpacking Trip
Puerto Escondido is a beach town on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, one that I partially want to tell everyone about and partially want to keep as much of a secret as possible. Its name translates to Hidden Port, although it has become pretty popular amongst backpackers and Mexican vacationers. Despite this, it still boasts a laid-back… Read More The 5 Best Beaches in Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Mazunte is one of Mexico’s more off-the-beaten-path destinations for travelers looking for some sun and sand. As far as tourism infrastructure goes, Mazunte might be as barebones as it gets, which might turn some vacationers away and be a huge draw for others. For a stunning beach town that has yet to be discovered by… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Mazunte, Mexico
Tucked away in the mountains of Mexico’s beautiful Oaxaca region, San Jose del Pacifico is as quiet of a town as it gets. It serves as a perfect stopping point for adventurous travelers that have made their way through northern Oaxaca’s incredibly diverse biomes and multitude of ruins, or those that have started in southern… Read More San Jose del Pacifico, Oaxaca, Mexico Travel Guide
Short answer: everything. Giant desert of salt? Yep but you already knew that. Red lakes, white lakes, green lakes, cactus islands, train graveyards, rock trees (or tree rocks?), big mountains, vast deserts, and so on. You can expect anything and everything on this excursion. But seriously though, I’ve never had such a high concentration of… Read More What To Expect On The 3 Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour
Thailand is very much up there with my favorite countries I have ever been to. Getting around is pretty easy. Buses and trains make budget travel super easy. It is also pretty easy to find flights from Air Asia or Thai Lion Air for $20-30 between the main hubs of the country. The infrastructure in… Read More One Month Thailand Itinerary For Backpackers