Jan 16The Ultimate Japan Itinerary for First-Timers: From 1 to 3 WeeksPosted: 1/16/23 | January 16th, 2023 I’ve yet to meet a traveler who didn’t love their time in Japan. It’s just one of those countries that everyone loves. How can you not? …14 min read14 min read
Jan 13The 6 Best Hostels in QueenstownPosted: 1/13/2023 | January 13th, 2023 Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu on the southern island of New Zealand, Queenstown is beautiful city set in an already beautiful country. …8 min read8 min read
Jan 9A Complete Guide to the Japan Rail PassPosted: 1/9/23 | January 9th, 2023 Japan is one of my favorite countries in the world. The serene beauty of the mountains and temples, the hustle and bustle of the sprawling cities, the exquisite food, and its long history make for a fascinating place to visit. However, Japan has a…9 min read9 min read
Jan 6The 7 Best Hostels in SevillePosted: 1/6/2023 | January 6th, 2023 Home to nearly 700,000 people, Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish), located in Andalusia, is one of the most popular destinations in Spain. Seville has a long, intricate past that is worth soaking up. Conquered by Islamic forces in 711, the region was under Muslim…9 min read9 min read
Jan 5The 6 Best Hostels in AucklandPosted: 1/5/2023 | January 5th, 2023 Auckland is the biggest city in New Zealand. Nestled within an hour’s drive of over a hundred beaches, Auckland makes for a great base for day trips. While I wouldn’t spend a long time here (a couple of days should suffice), there’s plenty to…8 min read8 min read
Jan 3The 7 Best Hostels in IstanbulPosted: 1/3/23 | January 3rd, 2023 Istanbul is a dynamic, sprawling, and historic metropolis known as the bridge between Europe and Asia. For centuries it was one of the most important cities in the world, a hub for trade and culture between the four corners of the earth. Like Rome…9 min read9 min read
Dec 20, 2022The 15 Best Books I Read in 2022Posted: 12/20/2022 | December 20th, 2022 For the last five years, I’ve concluded the year with a list of my favorite reads. As a writer, reading comes with the territory. Writers just tend to read a lot. Then again, I’ve always been into reading ever since I was a little…10 min read10 min read
Dec 19, 2022Should Travel Be Inexpensive?Posted: 12/19/22 | December 19th, 2022 The term “budget travel” has long been synonymous with “cheap travel.” Finding deals, getting off the beaten path, eating at “non-touristy” (i.e. inexpensive) restaurants, and staying in hostels. The budget traveler is on a quest for a “local” experience at a low cost. During…9 min read9 min read
Dec 15, 2022Where to Stay in Dublin: The Best Neighborhoods for Your VisitPosted: 12/15/22 | December 15th, 2022 Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something…10 min read10 min read
Dec 1, 2022Is Tulum Safe?Posted: 12/1/2022 | December 1st, 2022 Tulum, located in the southern section of Quintana Roo on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, used to be a sleepy beach town that attracted hippie types who preferred the placid beaches and its Mayan ruins over Cancún’s wild, cacophonous nightlife. In the last decade or so…8 min read8 min read
