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
Nowhere else in the world can boast the variety and quality of nightlife like the United States can. From their big city speakeasy culture to sizzling Miami yacht parties to the year-round bacchanalian debauchery that you can only be found in Las Vegas, there is truly something to fit everyone’s party style. Although you won’t… Read More Top 8 Nightlife Destinations in the United States
Sometimes, when you go with the flow, you just end up wherever the waves take you. Despite Sucre being nowhere on my radar when it came to Christmas plans, I ended up here through a series of happy accidents and good people. I arrived in the sleepy town of Sucre having only booked two nights.… Read More A Guide to Spending Christmas in Sucre, Bolivia
As far as ocean getaways and beach vibes go, Ecuador goes largely under the radar. When you think of South American beaches, you might think of Colombia’s Caribbean coast and Brazil’s Bacchanalian beach bashes. Ecuador? Probably not so much. However, you would be surprised to discover that Ecuador’s Pacific coastline is as beautiful and tropical… Read More Why You Need To Visit Manta, Ecuador
Thailand is very much up there with my favorite countries I have ever been to. There is so much diversity in the country, from paradise beaches, dense jungles, intricate temples, colorful culture and a booming party scene. Getting around Thailand is pretty easy. Buses and trains make budget travel a breeze, and for those on… Read More One Month Thailand Itinerary For Backpackers
Unless you are a college spring breaker or a pair of middle-aged parents taking their family on vacation, Cancun is a no-no. At least, that’s what it seems like everyone thinks. Backpacking through Central America, I encountered many travelers who would just scoff at the thought of going to Cancun. In my mind, I felt… Read More Why Cancun Doesn’t Deserve The Hate It Gets
Like many capital cities in Asia, Hanoi is mistakenly seen as a stepping stone to better destinations. The rapidly-developing city is massive and full of things to do, yet most backpackers tend to just skim over it.… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Hanoi, Vietnam
For any traveler making their way through Europe, Asia, South America, and even Central America, staying at a hostel is not only budget-friendly but extremely fun. So far, in the hostels I’ve stayed in at the U.S., it can barely even be considered budget-friendly. While some people cringe at the idea of sharing rooms with… Read More When Will Hostel Culture Catch On In The U.S.?
Let’s face it. The soundtrack to a road trip can be just as important as the road trip itself. For the rest of eternity, when you hear a song, it will remind you of the fantastic memories that you made on your journey. That’s the really cool thing about music. But anyway, before I get… Read More 15 Songs Every Road Trip Playlist Needs
Since saying #yolo and going solo as a backpacker in October 2016, my travels have taken me across three continents and seventeen countries. From spelunking through magnificent underground caves to climbing radiant mountains with cascading colors, the world has taught me that the more I see, the less I have actually seen. There is so… Read More The 10 Places That Blew My Mind The Most This Past Year