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A Magical Time to be had in Nayarit’s Pueblos Mágicos

September 10, 2025 by DaveLeave a Comment

Mexico's Pacific state of Nayarit is one whose culture, traditions, and gastronomy have put it in the tourist spotlight. One of the best ways to discover the magic of Nayarit is to immerse yourself in its small towns and villages, especially the ones that are renowned for their authenticity, heritage, and culture. In Mexico, towns that live up to these standards earn a government designation of Pueblo Magico, or Magical Town. Nayarit is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Avocado, Backpacking, Beach, Bicycle, Biosphere, Canals, Chile, Coffee, Culture, Festival, Hiking, History, Hot springs, Mexico, Museum, Music, Photography

Amsterdam Short Stay Rental Market – Why Expats Never Leave

July 16, 2025 by Sarah WilliamsLeave a Comment

Introduction Amsterdam was not meant to change everything. For most business travellers and expats, it is just another European city on the itinerary—a convenient spot for meetings, conferences, or short-term projects. The plan is always simple: arrive, work, explore a little, and leave with some nice memories and a few photos. But Amsterdam has different ideas. Beneath the picture-perfect canals and tourist-friendly surface lies something … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Amsterdam, Asia, Backpacking, Bicycle, Business Travel, Canals, Coffee, Culture, Dancing, Expatriate, Germany, Internet, Journey, Lifestyle, London, Markets, New York City, Nightlife, Paris

Best Tips for Better Travel

May 28, 2025 by Kristina RiginaLeave a Comment

Whether you’re backpacking through Patagonia, hiding from the rain in a Kyoto capsule hotel, or camping for days on end without any human contact — travel is amazing. Still, it can quickly spiral into a complete mess. That’s why you should plan every trip ahead: no spreadsheets or pages-long schedules, just a few smart habits that will save you from stress or overspending. Ditch the Checked Baggage It’s expensive, heavy, and a potential … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Airport, Backpacking, Bus Travel, Casino, Passport

Is it Safe to Travel Alone in Central America?

August 5, 2024 by Isabella Parkin1 Comment

Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua

Sometimes I feel like a broken record talking about my recent backpacking trip in Central America and South America, because I’ve written so much about it on my own blog. But here I am on a brand new website, with a brand new audience, and I guess I’d better start from the beginning. I had this grand plan to spend a year backpacking from Mexico City to Santiago de Chile, completely by bus, boat, train, car; anything except from flying. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Africa, Airport, America, Backpacking, Belgium, Bus Travel, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, England, Europe, Honduras, Houston, Mexico, New York City, Nicaragua, Panama City

I am Traveling to All 54 African Countries without flying

July 25, 2024 by Ilerioluwa Babalobi4 Comments

I am Backpacking all 54 African countries using only Public transport and I am going only by road or sea Part One My name is Ilerioluwa Chukwuemeka Babalobi, a 31 year old Nigerian Adventurer, and sometime last year I made the decision to visit all 54 African countries without using a plane. When I looked up the process I was surprised to discover that I would be the first African to attempt such a feat, and nobody else had specifically … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Backpacking, Bicycle, Culture, Food and Wine, Ghana, Journey, Motorbike, Visa

How to turn a long-haul flight into a holiday

April 20, 2024 by Maurice MooreLeave a Comment

Let's be honest, unless you are in business class, long haul flights are not much fun. However, what if I told you that there is a way to make them enjoyable, and perhaps like us, one of the highlights of your trip? After spending three months backpacking around Australia, our inevitable return was imminent. A 27-hour flight awaited us, like the final boss in a video game. However, as always, we managed to do it in a way that was more than … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Art, Asia, Australia, Backpacking, Beach, Culture, Europe, Food and Wine, France, Journey, London, New Zealand, Paris, Restaurants, Rome, Sand, Singapore, Taxi

Top 10 Tips and Tricks for Budget-Friendly Travel

November 18, 2023 by Praneeth SimonLeave a Comment

For many, the idea of traveling conjures up images of luxury resorts, fine dining, and endless shopping. However, these indulgences often come with a heavy price tag that can deter potential travelers. But fear not! Travel does not always have to be an extravagant affair. With the right planning and mindset, it is entirely possible to explore the world without breaking your bank account. This article will provide you with ten practical tips on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Backpacking, Budget travel, Bus Travel, Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Markets, Music, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Save Money, Shopping Mall, Train Travel, Volunteer, Walking tour

The Trail: a novel by Ethan Gallogly

August 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Gil's father recently passed and Gil was recently fired from his job. His father's best friend Syd, who is fighting leukemia decides to hike the 220 mile John Muir Trail in the high Sierra Nevada mountains. Gil's mother asks him to join Syd and Gil agrees despite nurturing a strong dislike of camping, being overweight and very inadequately prepared to take on a physical challenge of this magnitude. This is a story of how their relationship … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspirational Books · Tagged: Backpacking, Culture, Hiking, History, Mountain Climbing, Nevada, Romantic, Sierra Nevada, Wildlife

The Ultimate Guide to Camping Essentials: 10 Must-Have Items

February 28, 2023 by Mae ThersonLeave a Comment

Camping is one of the most luxurious ways to enjoy nature. It's also one of the most challenging, as you have to take care of yourself and your family while away from home. Camping requires a lot of preparation and planning, but once that's done, it's all about having fun! So whether you're planning on heading out for a weekend trip or an extended stay at a cottage by the lake (or both), here are my top ten essentials for camping: Camping … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Alaska, Backpacking, Fishing, Food and Wine, Hiking, Seafood, Weekend Travel, Wildlife

Clear Naked Whey

September 28, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Recently I was approached by Naked Nutrition to try another one of their products, the NAKED WHEY. This product is available in several flavors; I chose Lemonade (it is also available in flavors of fruit punch and grape). It comes in a 1.3 pound plastic container and contains 100% whey isolate powder. This product is lactose free, GMO free, gluten free and also soy free. There is no sugar added, however it tastes sweet from fermented cane sugar … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Accessories Reviews · Tagged: Backpacking, Bicycle, Mountain Climbing, Naked, Walking tour

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