Last updated: 2026 | For first-timers, weekend warriors, and anyone who’s been on the fence My first solo trip was to Colombia. I wasn’t a backpacker, then. I lugged around a carry-on sized suitcase, followed a rigid two-week itinerary, and had approximately zero flexibility. Then, I met a trio of British female travelers, was introduced… Read More Is Backpacking Right For You? An Honest Beginner’s Guide
One of the most incredible experiences that I’ve had in the Philippines, and perhaps across all of my travels, is swimming with whale sharks in Southern Leyte. Known as tiki-tiki in the local language, these gentle giants have been coming to feed off the shores of Pintuyan for as long as anyone can remember. Recently, Pintuyan… Read More Swimming with the Whale Sharks in Pintuyan, Leyte | Philippines
Hidden gems have become increasingly hard to come by, especially in this region of the world where cruise ships make their unceasing rounds and streams of backpackers lug their Ospreys north and south like parades of ants. My expectations were fairly tempered as I boarded my flight to El Salvador. I was excited to set… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to El Salvador | 2026
I’ve seen the turquoise pools of Grutas Tolantongo time and time again on my Instagram feed. It’s been one of the top destinations on my Mexico bucket list for a while, but I was admittedly a bit skeptical. Was this just another tourist trap that attracts people far and wide for a photo op? It… Read More The Complete Guide To Visiting Grutas Tolantongo Without A Tour | Mexico
I’ve been traveling for a long time. The most common misconception that my friends back home have is that I’m constantly seeing new places and going on death-defying adventures. The truth is, long-term travel has basically just been me playing Jenga or Uno in different countries. Maybe I’ll go see a waterfall in the afternoon… Read More The Best Drinking Games To Play At A Hostel
Sucre is a backpacker’s paradise. After the chaos of crowded La Paz, Sucre served as a much-needed change. Sucre attracts backpackers for a number of reasons. It is beautiful, fun, affordable, and one of the most culturally and historically significant cities in all of Bolivia.… Read More The Backpacker’s Complete Guide to Sucre, Bolivia
Modern, shiny, urban, and clean. Singapore is unlike any other South East Asian capital city. The capital city of this small island situated between Malaysia and Indonesia is possibly the finest city our planet has to offer. Of all the cities I have been to, nothing can rival Singapore in its modernity, efficiency, and jaw-dropping… Read More Singapore On A Backpacker’s Budget
The relaxing beach vibes, otherworldly scenery, and exciting wildlife make Paracas a must-see destination for all types of travelers, but especially so for backpackers.… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Paracas, Peru
Sri Lanka is well-known for its train travel. It is simple, scenic, and let’s face it, Instagram-worthy. It is also by far the best way to get around the country. I just wrapped up my first long train ride in Sri Lanka and was amazed at how much smaller it made this already relatively small… Read More Train Travel From Colombo to Anuradhapura | Sri Lanka Travel Guide
Yohhh… What a time. I had never been to a festival before and following the aftermath of Smoking Dragon, I might never go to another one again. According to my much more festival-seasoned friends, it doesn’t get much better than that. There is a sincere fear within me that all future festivals are going to… Read More Smoking Dragon Festival in Drakensberg, South Africa Guide