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 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 …

Here it is, part II of my look back at 2021 – including my travel stats and some thoughts on traveling during Covid. You can read part I here. July: …

Happy New Year, everyone! We made it through another pandemic year! Who would’ve thought at the beginning of 2021 that twelve months later, parts of the world would still (or …

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 …

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 …

I’ve been using rental cars all over the world ever since I was old enough to drive. From my first rental in Spain 20+ years ago to my most recent …

Even though I’ve been to Thailand three times, I feel like I’ve barely scratched the surface of the Land Of Smiles, or its many islands. I’ve been to Koh Chang …

Ever since I first started traveling, I have loved postcards. And I mean my very first trip, all the way back when I was a teenager and I went to …

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?

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love a good deal, especially when it comes to travel! In this article I am sharing my best tips how to find cheap accommodation. …

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.

This Yucatan road trip offers a great taste of Mexico: A mix of Caribbean beaches, Maya ruins, cenotes, jungle, delicious food and authentic Mexican villages.

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?

Icebergs, glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, hot springs & lava fields: these are only a few of the breathtaking sights you come across on an epic Iceland road trip.

Tel Aviv is known to be not the budget-friendliest city, but it is so worth a visit – which is why I am sharing my best budget travel tips for Tel Aviv with you.

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!

This photo essay sums up my travels through the Philippines – enjoy my favorite pictures from the place that turned out to become one of my favorite Asian countries!

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!

Europe can be described as a small-sized continent that includes 44 countries and a wide range of landscapes, from snow-capped mountains like Alps and Pyrenees, to varied coastlines, like those …

Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica’s most popular National Park – even though it is the smallest one in the country! Often listed as one of the most beautiful National Parks …

No matter if you’re looking for a good coffee shop because you are, like me, a coffee snob, and you’re looking for an upgrade to the ubiquitous Nescafé offered at …

Many people equate traveling with an adventure. They say the unpredictability lingering in the pathway boosts adrenaline in them. They indeed are right, traveling surely is an adventure. But knowing …

In today’s guest post, Sam of Leztravelforlife.com shares what it was like for her and her wife Courtney to travel around Mexico as a lesbian couple. Originally from South Carolina, …

Planning a trip to Disney World is no small feat – with so much to see and do, you can barely fit it all in a week. There are main …

Portugal is a gorgeous country full of wild and untouched scenery, vibrant villages bursting with local character, and some of the best beaches you can find in Europe. Thrill-seekers will …

Southern California is an epicenter of culture. The entertainment industry seeps out of Los Angeles and becomes a radius for pop culture, style, and physical appearance. There are actors and …

One of the most popular destinations in the Mediterranean, Italy is a standout destination for all types of tourists. Whether you’re looking to eat some really good food (think all …

Many travelers have, at some point or another, set their sights on visiting New York City. The reasons for this are that the city itself has so much to offer. …