Formerly the "shame of Italy", this unique and ancient city has now become a top tourist destination and European capital of culture. History of Matera, Italy The city of Matera was first inhabited during the Paleolithic period (anywhere from 2.5 million years ago to 10,000 BC)[...]
Prague is one of my favorite cities! It's bohemian, cheap, and a good time! 3 days in Prague are the perfect amount to see the city and take a day trip. 3 Day Itinerary for Prague Spending a long weekend in Prague is the perfect introduction to this cultural, bohemian, eccentr[...]
Mexico is an amazing place, for tourists and backpackers alike. However, as many travelers know, backpacking the Yucatan Peninsula is very different than relaxing in all-inclusive resorts. Here are some of the top destinations in Mexico and my honest opinions on whether they matched[...]
How I moved to France from Texas, with borders still closed and in the middle of a pandemic. Thanks Covid-19. Background For the first time in quite a few years, I was able to spend an extensive amount of time back home in Texas, waiting out the pandemic. I had take[...]
Paris is expensive and can be really confusing, especially when you're trying to find an apartment! Here's my advice on how to find an apartment in Paris. Overview of Paris Paris is structured into 20 different arrondissements, or, neighborhoods. Each arrondissment has its[...]
After hours of searching and scouring the internet far and wide, I have found many unique but useful travel items for every type of traveler! The holiday season is approaching so be sure and save this post to come back later. This is my list of the best gifts for the traveler in your[...]
It's easy to go off the beaten track in Bangkok if you know where to look! While exploring Bangkok, you may be wanting to see more of the city outside the main tourist spots, along with a few more unusual sights. Here's a list of unusual things to do in Bangkok that are great for[...]
Latin America is simply a backpackers’ paradise. There is so much to see that you would need an entire lifetime to explore it all. With some friends of mine, I had the chance to spend 3 weeks travelling around Colombia. Here is an easy guide to Colombia, using our itinerary and some[...]
Who wouldn't want to get crazy and throw tomatoes at each other? Check out this guide for everything you need to know about La Tomatina festival in Spain. If you've ever taken a Spanish class you've probably at least heard of La Tomatina festival at some point! What is the[...]
After solo traveling 55 countries, these are my top picks for the best countries for solo travelers, based on the ease of access to transportation, the welcoming culture of the host country, and the amount of other solo travelers. If it's your first time traveling alone, it ma[...]