- April 27, 2025
How to Overcome Being Alone & Meet People When You Travel
Before I first went traveling in 2006, I had these expectations in my head based on nothing but my imagination and popular culture. My trip
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Pompeii (Updated 2025)
When I was growing up, I wanted to be an archeologist. I loved history (and still do), and the thought of uncovering temples and tombs
17 Ways to Cut Your Expenses & Save Money for Travel in 2025
Get out a sheet of paper and write down all your set expenses: rent/mortgage, car payments, cable/streaming bill, cell phone, insurance, school payments, etc. Tally
Where I Find the Best Travel Deals in 2025
Finding the best travel deals is a matter of timing. A lot of people think travel is just expensive, but in reality, there are incredible
How to Book a Cheap Hotel in 2025
As much as I love hostels, there is something nice about the luxuriousness of a hotel: the clean room, comfy bed, desk, iron, strong shower,
Why Now is Always the Best Time to Travel
Life can be stressful. Work, bills, relationships, the economy, love, family… the list goes on! There are lots of things we can do to do
My New Book on Budget Travel is Now Available!
Today is the day! My new book, How to Travel the World on $75 a Day, is out NOW! (Woo! Hoo!) This newly updated edition
This is the Secret to Long Term Travel
Serendipitous adventure, carefree nights with newfound friends in foreign lands, delicious foods for bargain prices, and the luxury of time to enjoy it all. Welcome
Your Guide to Packing in 2025
What I carry in my bag has changed a lot over the years. Most of that change has to do with the fact that I
Everyone Says I’m Running Away
When I first started traveling, my dad used to ask what I’m running away from with my travels. Another time, a commenter told me to