Bogota is a city that receives mixed reviews from solo travelers and backpackers. The sprawling capital of Colombia is chaotic, crowded, and on the outside, not very charming. It doesn’t have the colorful colonial streets of Cartagena, nor does it have the vibrant character of Medellin. We’re not off to a good start here, are… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Bogota, Colombia | 2026
I’ve said this before many years ago and I still stand by it: for adventurous souls who want to dip their toes into backpacking, Mexico is the perfect place to start. I go in-depth about why it’s so great for new backpackers in this post, but we’ll dive right into another reason right now. The… Read More The 27 Best Backpacker Hostels in Mexico | 2025
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
Something about that Mediterranean sun and 5 euro bottles of ouzo, hey? God, even typing out the word ouzo makes me feel a little hungover. If you’re looking to party, Greece is the place to do it. Of course, it can be a little overwhelming choosing where exactly you’re going to party. Greece has over… Read More The 9 Best Party Destinations in Greece | 2026
Albania, where do I even begin? This country is special. Albania is untamed, and overflowing with those unfiltered adventures that simply fill your soul. Adventures like diving into freezing waterfalls, floating down rivers flanked by towering canyons, and holding on for dear life as the guy you hitchhiked with swerves his way through the narrow… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Traveling Albania | 2025
One of the best hidden gems that I ran into while traveling in Mexico was the mountain town of Taxco de Alarcon in the state of Guerrero. Three hours south of Mexico City, this off-the-beaten-path destination is easy to get to, yet relatively undiscovered. It is well worth straying from the international tourist trail for.… Read More The Complete Travel Guide to Taxco, Guerrero | Mexico
I can gush on and on about Mexico. The beaches, the scenery, the food… Oh god, the food. My stomach is rumbling just thinking about it. A fat plate of tacos al pastor washed down by a crackling cerveza would hit the spot right now. Aaand I’m drooling. Anyway, back to the topic at hand.… Read More The 17 Best Party Destinations In Mexico | 2025
As the coronavirus hysteria gripped the world in March, I was still staying in hostels, but was well aware that the future would change. I was in El Chalten, Patagonia, perhaps one of the most iconic backpacker havens in the entire world. There was even a statue in town dedicated to the countless backpackers that… Read More What is the Future Of Backpacker Travel Post-Coronavirus?
Happy March, y’all! With the conclusion of February, that wraps up 7 months from start to finish in South America. I started this trip at the very end of July, making today the beginning of my 8th month in South America. I was meant to be out exploring today but those super-active Barilochenos are having… Read More Month 8 in South America: By The Numbers
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