Vietnam is one of the most essential stops on any South East Asia backpacking trip. Like the rest of South East Asia, Vietnam has quite a few things that backpackers hold dear. Gorgeous beaches, otherworldly sights, a fun-loving culture, and of course, cheap beer. Alcohol is so cheap in Vietnam that hostels often just give… Read More The Best Party Destinations in Vietnam
I watched my phone in disgust as Ragnar Lothbrok prepared to perform the brutal form of torture known as the blood eagle on his rival, Jarl Borg. This cruel act involved flaying the skin of the victim’s back from top to bottom, and then peeling it off to the sides to resemble the wings of… Read More Vang Vieng, Laos to Hanoi, Vietnam: The Bus Ride From Hell
La Paz is a weird city. Throughout my several visits to this bustling South American metropolis, that is the only thing that’s remained constant. I’ve gone through phases where I despised La Paz and phases where I’ve been obsessed with the place. The only thing I can say with certainty is that La Paz is… Read More Exploring Lunar Landscapes at Valle de la Luna | La Paz, Bolivia
From jungles to wildlife to amazing beaches, Manuel Antonio is a top destination for anyone traveling to Costa Rica.… Read More Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica Travel Guide
Salta is a guaranteed good time, no matter your taste. It’s a great city for all types of travelers.… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide to Salta, Argentina | The Partying Traveler
Traveling through Europe presents an opportunity to explore dozens of different cultures, speak (or at least hear) several different languages, and visit more than one-quarter of all the countries in the world.… Read More How To Travel Europe On A Budget
Surprisingly, the first I ever heard of Medellin was not from the tales of Pablo Escobar, but from the golfer Camilo Villegas. His long hair, muscular build, and Latin swagger solidified him as probably my only ever man crush on a golfer. Of course, his contributions to Colombian history weren’t nearly as significant as his… Read More Comuna 13 in Medellin, Colombia | A Broken Barrio Reinvigorated
Colombia was the first country that I ever visited as a solo traveler. I’ll admit, I was pretty dang nervous. I had never gone on a solo trip before. Even though it was just for two weeks, Colombia isn’t most people’s first choice to take on their first solo trip. Yeah, believe it or not,… Read More The 5 Best Party Cities in Colombia
Cusco is a dream of a city. From the cobblestoned alleyways to the beautiful monuments from a bygone era, there is no shortage of wonders to marvel at in Cusco. I have spent several months in Cusco and the surrounding Sacred Valley of the Incas yet have never come close to tiring of this incredible… Read More 25 Best Instagram Photo Spots in Cusco, Peru
As I unfortunately predicted in Week 3, there would be no Patagonia Chronicles Week 4. Not anytime soon, anyway. The proverbial shit has proverbially struck the proverbial fan. In the span of a week, I have gone from the wild and jaw-dropping landscapes of Patagonia to my couch. For now, I am quarantining at home,… Read More The Patagonia Chronicles: Interlude