As I sat in a small café in _rural Guatemala_, surrounded by the vibrant colors and sounds of a foreign language, I realized that _finding meaningful volunteer work abroad_ isn’t […]
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling Long-term
As I sit here, sipping a warm cup of chai in a small café in Rajasthan, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve been asked about how to stay healthy […]
How to Eat Everything: a Guide to Street Food Safety
I still remember the first time I fell in love with street food – it was in a small alleyway in Bangkok, where the smell of sizzling noodles and fresh […]
How to Avoid Common Travel Scams and Protect Yourself
As I sat in a small café in Marrakech, sipping on a steaming cup of mint tea, I couldn’t help but think about the numerous times I’ve fallen prey to […]
What’s in My Bag: What to Pack in a Minimalist Travel First-aid Kit
I still remember the time I found myself in a small village in rural Japan, desperately searching for a decent band-aid to cover a nasty cut on my finger. It […]
A Masterclass on How to Find the Cheapest Flights Using Google Flights
I still remember the thrill of scoring a ridiculously cheap flight to Tokyo using Google Flights. It was as if I had uncovered a secret treasure, and my friends were […]
Essential Safety Tips for Solo Female Travelers
I still remember the first time I stepped off a plane in a foreign country, alone and unsure of what lay ahead. As a solo female traveler, I’ve had my […]
A Guide to House Sitting for Free Accommodation Around the World
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon the concept of a guide to house sitting for free accommodation. I was sipping coffee in a quaint café in Barcelona, […]
A Guide to How to Find Ethical Animal Tourism Experiences
As I sat in a small, rustic café in the heart of Thailand, sipping on a steaming cup of coffee and listening to the melodic sounds of a traditional khim […]
The Simplest Travel Hack: Why You Should Learn to Say “hello” in the Local Language
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a hidden gem of a café in a small town in Japan, where the owner greeted me with a warm smile […]