With its beautiful beaches, stunning colonial architecture, and lively nightlife, Cartagena is many a traveller’s favorite in northern Colombia. As Colombia’s most iconic tourism destination, it’s known to be a bit more expensive than other places, though it’s still very easy to be a budget backpacker in Cartagena. If you’re looking for the best hostel to stay in Cartagena, Colombia, look no … [Read more...]
Best Beginner-Friendly Countries For Solo Travel (How To Choose)
Want to take off on a journey alone? Have no fear. Here are some destinations ideal for travelling solo. Travelling solo can be an incredibly rewarding experience that teaches you so much about yourself and lets you to pursue adventure wherever you find it. But let’s be honest: solo travel can be a little scary. I travelled to another continent solo for the first time back when I was just 17… … [Read more...]
10 Unobvious Things To Do In Cusco, Peru
Note Feb 2023: there is currently some political turbulence in Peru that can cause disruptions for travellers. Be sure to check travel advisories. From its warm locals and mountainous culture to incredible scenery and ancient ruins, Cusco is an ideal location for digging deeper into the real heart and history of Peru. Most of us are already aware of the great attractions, such as Machu Picchu and … [Read more...]
Is Lima Worth Visiting? A Local Insider’s Guide
Note Feb 2023: there is currently some political turbulence in Peru that can cause disruptions for travellers. Be sure to check travel advisories. Most travellers heading to Peru will most likely touch down in the capital, but quickly move on to other more popular destinations such as Cusco and Arequipa. The truth is that Lima too has many incredible things to do and see – it just requires a … [Read more...]
How To Hide Your Location (IP Address) When Working Remotely
What if you want to work remotely from somewhere that isn’t your home, but you’re not sure your boss will let you? Well, the sensible thing is to discuss the possibilities with your company. But if you prefer to just let sleeping dogs lie, then you could choose to work remotely from anywhere while hiding your location. While I’m not specifically recommending this, I’ll be sharing several ways here … [Read more...]
How To Hide Your Location (And Even Hide Your VPN) With KeepYourHomeIP
Want to work online from anywhere? Then you should know that potentially anyone can see your approximate location based on your IP (Internet) Address. This means that if you’re working from a location where you’re not expected to be, someone (like your employer) may be able to know where you actually are. Luckily, there is a way to have complete privacy while you’re working remotely, which I … [Read more...]
[Vlog] Colombia’s Pacific Coast Is INSANE
If there’s one place I can’t stop raving about it’s the Pacific coast of Colombia. It’s remote and can’t be reached by roads — the propellor flight there is an attraction in itself. When you get there, you truly find yourself in one of the wildest, most authentic, and (it must be said) most rainswept places in South America. It truly takes just 15 minutes to see your first humpback whale… and then … [Read more...]
Northern Italy Itinerary By Train (Venice, Florence, the Lakes & More)
This northern Italy itinerary makes for a classic European travel route, combining epic mountain scenery, shimmering lakes, and cities steeped in history, Having an excellent rail network, this part of Italy is also perfectly explored by train. Read on for my exact travel route and practical tips for travelling around Italy by rail. Why travel in Italy by train? Italy has a comfortable and … [Read more...]
Driving in Tenerife: Road Trip Routes And Car Rental Tips
Tenerife is a great destination for those looking to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf while also exploring the unique landscape. With only patchy public transport options available, renting a car is the best way to see Tenerife’s beautiful beaches, rugged mountains, and lush forests. The island’s road perimeter is a mere 359 km, meaning you can circumnavigate the entire landmass in just 3-4 hours by … [Read more...]
[Vlog] Travelling At Age 39: What’s Different & What’s The Same
It’s funny how your perception of age changes as you age. I did my first solo trip to another continent back when I was 17 — and at the time, I would have probably thought that 39 is suuuper old. Now that I’m 39 I don’t actually think I’m old. I just think I’m “normal/average age”. Ha! Nevertheless, I’m often reminded that the way I travel at 39 is different than when I was younger, like when I … [Read more...]
23 Amazingly Cheap Places You Should Travel To In 2023
If you’re looking for some affordable destinations to put on your travel list for 2023, then I’ve got some perfect suggestions for you! I’ve been keeping this list for 10 years now and it never seizes to amaze me how wrong many ‘cheapest countries’ articles are. One top-listed article says Costa Rica is the cheapest destination in the Americas — umm, have they actually been? Another prominent … [Read more...]
Granada Travel Guide: What To Do, Unique Stays & More
Granada is without a doubt my favorite city in Spain. The stunning Alhambra palace gives it a fairytale-like quality, while the city itself has such a wonderfully calm, unpretentious and bohemian atmosphere. I’ve now visited Granada thrice: once as a solo backpacker, once on a couples’ trip, and once on a family trip. Each time, I visited during a different season as well, giving me a more … [Read more...]
7 Of The Best Hostels In Granada
Granada is easily my favorite city in Spain. I like it so much that I’ve even been back three times! In experiencing Granada several times I noticed that where you stay has a huge effect on your experience. Let me share with you here some tips for the best hostels in Granada. (Psst, I also have some general Granada travel tips in another post.) Yep, Granada has a stunning UNESCO World … [Read more...]