I flew to Sumatra solely for one reason: to do a jungle trek and to hopefully see orangutans. There are only two places in the world where you can see …
I always thought that to see wildlife and seabirds out in the sea in Peru, I would have to visit the Ballestas Islands, often dubbed “the poor men’s Galapagos”. After …
The main draw for me to visit the Bahamas was to meet the swimming pigs. Prior to my trip, I hadn’t done much research – I had no idea where …
One thing I do in every place I visit: I get a bird’s eye view of the city. If there is a high point in town, a high building, or …
Brooklyn is New York’s most populous borough – and it has so much to offer! From live music to street art to some of NYC’s best eateries: read on to find out why Brooklyn is worth a visit!
My Galapagos Islands cruise was everything I’d dreamed: countless wildlife encounters, giant tortoises, incredibly diverse underwater life, and so much more…
Everything you should know before heading to Cuba: How do the two currencies work? Is there internet? Where to stay and how to get around, is Cuba safe?
Here is my perfect itinerary for a weekend in Austin – including the best food trucks, bars and breakfast tacos, plus my favorite activities in Texas’ capital.
Isla Mujeres – this little Caribbean island near Cancun is my little Mexican paradise, complete with picture-perfect palm-fringed sandy beaches and crystal clear turquoise water!
How safe is it to travel to Colombia? Are there still kidnappings, druggings and muggings? Which cities are safe and which aren’t? Read on for my take on safety in Colombia…
The Ice Diamonds on the ice beach of Breiðamerkursandur were a sight I will never forget – and the highlight of my trip to Iceland. A must-visit place if you go to Iceland!
It’s been nearly six years that I handed in my notice to travel the world.. for a year. So how has my nomadic journey evolved over the past (nearly) SIX years?
Today I am sharing the tools with you that I use to find the cheapest ways to get around Europe. From budget airlines to international bus companies – and how to get the best deals!
I didn’t think a truly paradisical, unspoiled island still existed in Thailand – but Koh Poda ticked all the boxes of the picture-perfect tropical island!
It’s finally here, part II of Five things to discover in New York that most tourists (and locals) never do – read on for five more off-the-beaten-path New York experiences.
My two visits to Hong Kong this year were full of surprises! Find out which twelve things I found surprising about Hong Kong!
After sharing my five best moments in five years of travel yesterday, it’s now time for the five worst experiences. Contrary to yesterday’s post, for which I had a hard …
I have to admit that I find it nearly impossible to pick just five moments out of five years of travel, but here are a handful of my absolute favorite experiences!
I quit my job to travel the world five years ago – and I am still traveling! Read more about how my backpacking trip turned into an indefinite journey around the world..
One of the most terrifying experiences on all my travels: Cycling down Bolivia’s notorious Death Road, also known as the most dangerous roads in the world!
This article tells you everything you need to know about running the New York marathon. From where to stay to during the New York Marathon, how to get to the start village, what to pack for the marathon, where your friends can watch you along the course, to where to eat after the New York marathon.
I’d been dreaming of a fall foliage road trip for a long time, and finally made it happen this year, exploring upstate New York during the most colorful time of year.
My dream trip for the fall? Visiting New England to see the fall colors. I have put together the best five spots to see the autumn colors in New England
It’s no secret that New York City is my favorite place on the planet, but during the summer months, I love the city even more! Read on for 28 things I love about New York in the summer.
Between beautiful temples, charming monks, stylish Thais shopping at trendy markets, cheap accommodation and even cheaper food, what’s not to love about Chiang Mai!
A few years ago I would have answered the question of safety in Costa Rica with a sound YES, but after my trip at the end of 2018, I felt …
You can go independently or hire a guide, cycle to the ruins or hop in a tuk tuk to get there. From dawn til dusk, thousands of tourists explore Cambodia’s Angkor Wat site each day. Find out what we think are the best ways to take in this awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Leon quickly became our favorite place in Nicaragua. Don’t take this to mean that Leon is some sort of paradise. On the contrary, the city is far from perfect. Read on for why rolling with the punches made us want to suck up as much of the culture the city had to offer.
For those who haven’t been there, what they say about Tuscany really is true: gorgeous hills planted with olive trees and vineyards. While you could spend your trip in a rustic villa, swimming, sipping and sleeping the days away, taking in the culture and public life of Tuscany is fascinating. Read on for our top choices, which may surprise you…
If you love train travel as much as I do, you’ll want to add these epic train journeys to your bucket list. These are the best train rides in the world: