I flew into Guatemala City groggy and frustrated. My flight had been delayed over and over and over again, and slowly, my hopes of spending the night planning and preparing for Guatemala disintegrated. Instead of arriving early with plenty of time to sort out an agenda of sorts for the following days, the plane landed… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Antigua, Guatemala | 2026
Oozing with culturally-rich destinations and breathtaking natural beauty, Morocco is a can’t-miss destination for any backpacker. I spent over a month backpacking through Morocco, visiting many of this North African country’s most iconic destinations as well as delving deep to find its hidden gems. With no shortage of unique destinations, budget-friendly prices, and diverse cultures,… Read More One Month in Morocco: The Ultimate Travel Itinerary | 2026
As a backpacker, Cusco is a city we could only dream of. An affordable city with adventure, culture, and history? You really can’t ask for much more.… Read More The Backpacker’s Complete Travel Guide to Cusco, Peru
15. Bogota, Colombia The bustling capital of Colombia is a city full of excitement and wonder. The city has many diverse neighborhoods, many of which feel like entirely new cities in themselves. The ubiquitous street art adds some spice to the already colorful city, especially in the stunning hillside barrio of Comuna Paraiso. There aren’t… Read More My Top 15 Favorite Cities In South America
The city of Shkoder, often known as the gateway to the Albanian Alps, is an essential stop on any Balkan travel itinerary. To reach the mountainous national parks of northern Albania, one must pass through the charming city of Shkoder. Backpackers tend to skip big cities, but thankfully, Shkoder is much more than just a… Read More The Backpacker’s Complete Guide to Shkoder, Albania
While Barcelona has built a reputation as a tourist trap and even overrated, I am the furthest thing from one of those people. Perhaps I hold a fondness or nostalgia towards Barcelona as the first European city I ever visited, but it is a destination that I love coming back to time and time again.… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Barcelona, Spain | 2026
Few places in the world offer the variety of landscapes, cultures, and experiences that Tanzania possesses in abundance. From the sparkling waters and white sand beaches of Zanzibar to the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro and everything in between, Tanzania has got range, y’all. One could argue that it is the best country in Africa for… Read More The Ultimate Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Tanzania | 2026
Oh, Cape Town. A city where the sizzling African sun clashes with the violent ocean. A place whose iconic mountains are omnipresent and unwavering in their defense of the Mother City. The howling winds and unceasing waves have led many to crash ashore. It’s up to you whether you decide to become a shipwreck or… Read More Cape Town: The Backpacker’s Ultimate Travel Guide | 2026
As far as travel destinations go, Uganda was never really on my radar. While I was crafting my very open-ended itinerary of backpacking from Kenya to South Africa, I didn’t even once think of visiting Uganda. Not even a single broad Google search, but the more time I spent in East Africa, the more it… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to Uganda | 2026
Wow, where to begin with Kenya. The five weeks I spent backpacking through Kenya have led to some of the grandest adventures I’ve been on to date, but let me tell ya. I’d be lying if I said it didn’t come with its fair share of challenges and frustrations. I’ve dealt with damn near everything… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide to Kenya | 2026