published: 6/1/2023 | June 1, 2023 I love Mexico City. It’s dynamic, diverse, bustling, and full of great museums and restaurants. There is so much to do here. he takes long Time to peel back the layers of that onion and get to the core of the city. We do week long tours of the…
Last updated: 5/25/23 | May 25, 2023 Backpacking in Europe is still one of my favorite things to do as a traveler. There isn’t a year I don’t cross the continent (except in 2020 when no one crosses Europe). During the summer the inns come alive, the Mediterranean sparkles, the streets fill with people slowly…
Last updated: 5/22/23 | May 22, 2023 These days, everyone travels with a smartphone. In addition to being able to take endless selfies and stay in touch with family back home, it gives us an endless array of tools and apps to help us plan our trips and deal with any roadblocks we encounter on…
published: Athens is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Boasting stunning historical sites like the millennia-old Acropolis, delicious (and affordable) food, and a growing cocktail bar scene, Athens is a sprawling city popular with backpackers, foodies, and history buffs alike. But as the city is quite spread out, choosing the right hostel in…
published: 5/16/2023 | May 16, 2023 My first trip abroad was on an organized group tour. At the time, I didn’t know the first thing about traveling. I wasn’t alone anywhere, and my family wasn’t big travelers. My travel experience consisted of a cruise, spring break in Montreal while in college. You’re as green as…
Last updated: 5/13/2023 | May 13, 2023 Traveling around Europe can be expensive. Air tickets, high-speed trains, overnight stays, and ferries – they all eat into your tight (and precious) travel budget. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to get around Europe on a budget. The sharing economy, new bus options, discounted train tickets and…
published: 5/12/2023 | May 12, 2023 Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With its stunning beaches, towering mountains, and vibrant culture, it should come as no surprise that it’s a popular hub for… well, everyone. It is a place that attracts visitors. I have a lot of friends who…
published: 4/17/23 | April 17, 2023 After eight years in Austin, I’m leaving and moving back to New York City full time. I first visited Austin in 2013, got hooked, and started coming back so often that I decided to move here in 2015. I was only half here the first two years. I split…
published: 4/11/2023 | April 11, 2023 While it may lack the scenic views of Vancouver or the historic charm of Montreal, Toronto has a lot going for it. The CN Tower, one of the tallest freestanding structures in the world, can be found here, and there are many museums and galleries, including the Ontario Science…
published: 3/27/2023 | March 27, 2023 I’m bad at taking pictures. This does not mean that the photos I take are bad (although there is controversy about that too!). Instead, I always forget to take pictures of this blog when I travel. It’s gotten better in recent years (thanks to the team that keeps reminding…
