Are you one of those people who love Paris with a passion and can’t keep away from this captivating city? Each time you go there, you probably like to add some novel experiences to your album of personal Paris memories. Here are a couple of ideas for new and different things to do next time […]
There’s a well-known proverb that says “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” and when you visit the Italian capital, you will soon understand what is meant by it. There is so much to see and discover in this treasure trove of antiquity. It can take half a lifetime to get to know Rome accurately. But, […]
Correct me if I’m mistaken, but I have the feeling that traveling alone has become much more of a trend recently. And I am not talking about a week-long all-inclusive trip to a luxury resort on some tropical island. I’m referring to backpacking the world alone for months at a time. It can be quite […]
Immediately after spending some time in Berlin, it is easy to appreciate the people and the differences in their everyday. The people of the city are liberated and everyone is doing their own thing. Locals don’t seem under the big brother spell, opposed to people in say New York, Toronto or Sydney. Berlin has a […]
It is a well-known fact that the cultural offerings of Italy are a vast selection. Especially if you consider the monuments and artwork of Rome and Florence alone. Though Milan is the second largest city in Italy, with a history going back to the Celts, the city isn’t always known for its culture and history. […]
It doesn’t come as a surprise that there are a lot of stories and myths about a city like Venice. Staying in the romantically ancient city easily feels like being in a completely different world. I always say that whatever the myth may be there is always some truth to it. So here, let’s comb […]
By far, the most difficult thing about long-term travel is finding fairly priced accommodation. Sure, traveling itself is tough enough, but for us, finding cheap apartments and activities are miles higher. In fact, we’ve never contemplated returning home due to financial troubles, but we have absolutely considered a one-way ticket home as a result of house-hunting […]
Do you have 20+ items in your MacBook dock, hundreds of random files on your desktop, and a backpack full of external hard drives? Let me guess; you haven’t rebuilt your MacBook in 3 years either. Never fear, we’ve devised a way to keep your MacBook fully organized, regularly backed up, and always running fast, […]
A vast country – indeed, a whole continent of its own – Australia is an epic piece of land to explore. On the one hand, it is known for its vast expanses of wilderness and rough terrain, the open spaces of the Outback, however, on the other, its coastlines are home to some of the […]
With the cosy nights of the autumn and cooler months, it’s a favorite time of the year to spend enjoying entertainment such as live theatre or a musical. If you are visiting London you may be faced with high ticket prices, however, if you look around you can find incredible show and hotel deals that will let […]
Paris is a paradise in so many ways, filled with fantastic shopping, stunning architecture, incredible museums and galleries, glorious food and beautiful people. If you are visiting the French capital for the very first time you have all this to discover. From the cafes and pastry shops to the nightlife and atmosphere of the city […]
You might think that backpacking itself will keep you fit, maybe even shape you up if you’re not that way already. But the impact of traveling can have on your health may take you by surprise. No boasting here, but I found it impossible to add any fat to my frame- personally until I spent […]
A great way to make Cambodia holidays exciting is to view the country through the prism of cinema. Three major films have been shot in Cambodia. Why not follow in the steps of the filmmakers and crew during your stay? It is possible to arrange tuk-tuk tours of pretty much anything you want to see […]
There are so many people traveling around the world. While driving and flying are perfectly acceptable ways of seeing other lands they are not the most creative. If you are going to travel around the world or go to a foreign place why not get creative and go in a way that makes your travel […]
The Happy Planet Index (HPI) is an attempt to change how we measure the well-being of different countries. It challenges our current use of income-based measures such as GDP per capita. The idea of the Happy Planet Index makes me pretty happy. Even the UK Conservative Party applauded it in parliament, so it’s certainly gaining […]
I’m definitely more of a city dweller and what I find most appealing in big cities is the diversity of people, places, food, and activities. After living in Barcelona for 2 years I still know that I haven’t seen everything yet, but I have found some favorite corners. I dedicate this post to some of […]
We just spent 8 months in developing Asian countries living quite cheaply. Before leaving, I wrote that we were somewhat anxious about our impending move to Europe; partly due to cost, but also in dealing with undesirable weather and straight-laced Europeans. Now, after a full week in Germany, I can safely say I was wrong […]
Lisbon in Portugal is an attractive destination that people come to explore all year long. Due to its attractive mild climate and with so much to see. In the decision-making process of a trip, money is often a concern. And believe it or not, despite the big tourist afflux there are still plenty of things […]
Chiang Mai strikes an important balance for long-term travelers. The cost of living is very low, but facilities are developed-world standard. How can that be? Well, I have no idea. After 3 months here, Chiang Mai is still a paradox. Digital nomads will especially like the pervasiveness of fast internet in Chiang Mai. Without exaggeration, WiFi […]
There is absolutely no ground to argue that the city of Rome doesn’t already have enough monuments and sights a tourist can visit. If you have spent time in Rome, you already know that. But if you have some extra time on your hands, my recommendation is to plan a day trip to Tivoli, a […]
For many years, say 15 or so, I was on a path of working hard with the intention of retiring early to travel the world. Long-term travel was essentially my end goal, and I was going to work harder to make it happen sooner. Sound familiar? However, the more that I planned, the more I came to […]
There is no doubt that the city of Budapest has plenty to offer to its visitors. Particularly the river Danube, as it provides picturesque views over many of the city’s landmarks such as the Buda Castle. However, it is important to note that the region around Budapest also bears many attractions and gems of nature. […]
Paris is divided into 20 arrondissements (aka. districts or sectors). You can find detailed opinion pieces all over the web about where’s the best place to live or stay or visit. Instead, here’s a quick look at what each Arrondissement of Paris has to offer. Rather than bombard you with paragraphs of prose, we’ve distilled […]
When traveling to developing countries, you’re bound to experience stomach illness unless you’re impossibly strict with hygiene. Even then, food poisoning and airborne viruses can circumvent your best-laid plans. It’s really quite terrifying. Really, what do you do when you catch a stomach bug while traveling? Rather than harp on about hygiene, I want to […]
