As I sit here, sipping a warm cup of Turkish coffee in a small café in Istanbul, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve heard people say that finding the […]
How to Deal With Culture Shock When Everything Is Different
I still remember the sensation of walking through the bustling streets of Marrakech, feeling like a small boat adrift in a stormy sea. It was my first taste of culture […]
What Are Travel Credit Card Points and How to Use Them
As I sat in a small café in Tokyo, sipping on a warm matcha latte and flipping through my worn passport, I couldn’t help but think about the journey that […]
The Best Language Learning Apps for Travelers in 2025
As I navigated the winding streets of Marrakech, I couldn’t help but feel a pang of frustration with my limited Arabic phrases. I had downloaded a handful of best language […]
A Guide on How to Find Volunteer Opportunities Abroad That Make a Difference
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 […]