I had no idea what to expect in terms of where I was going to stay on my South Africa and Swaziland trip. I wasn't sure if luxury hostels had caught on (hint: they have!) and how much I should expect to spend. I did a bit of research in advance, but mostly booked a day or so ahead by calling. I … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in South Africa and Swaziland
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Why Tiny Sleeps are Best in NYC
Let's face it: accommodations in big cities eat up most of your travel budget. And in New York City, your money doesn't get you quite as much as it does elsewhere. Similar to apartments, hotel rooms are generally smaller. But for me, that's just fine. When I visit the city, I am happy to sacrifice … [Read more...] about Why Tiny Sleeps are Best in NYC
Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Central America
The FAQ series has been popular, so today I'm going to answer your burning questions about what it’s really like to travel certain areas solo or as a female. In this case, it's Central America, where I traveled for a few weeks in 2017. Some destinations are well tread on the backpacker trail, while … [Read more...] about Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Central America
Adventures in Transportation: Europe
Getting around in Europe isn't quite the adventure it is in some parts of the world (I'm looking at you, Southeast Asia!), but you do have many options when it comes to how to get around. Many people choose the train route, which is mostly efficient and easy to use, but not always the cheapest. Here … [Read more...] about Adventures in Transportation: Europe
What Is Millennial Travel?
If you'd asked me a few years ago what the niche or focus of this blog was, I might have mumbled something along the lines of budget travel, solo female travel, student travel, cultural travel and working abroad. It was difficult to explain the focus as it was like me as a person: a bunch of … [Read more...] about What Is Millennial Travel?