Among budget travelers, Europe has a feared reputation for being prohibitively expensive. On my first visit to the continent – Rome, Italy – I was concerned about how the notoriously high prices would affect my “value travel” budget, and hoped it wouldn’t put a damper on my experience. Wow, was […]
Located in the North East of Italy, the Adriatic Coast is one of the most beautiful parts of the country, where you will find wonderful beaches and charming towns that are ideal destinations for those looking for a relaxing European break. While some of the most famous destinations such as […]
Visiting Spain’s Basque region kind of makes you forget you’re still in Spain. It has its own language and a long history of wanting to be independent from its mother country. Lucky for Spain, San Sebastián is one of the most popular and beautiful destinations on the country’s north coast, with […]
The vibrant city of New Orleans has so much to offer. And while most people will think of the French Quarter and Bourbon Street as the main attractions, those aren’t the only areas of interest to visitors. The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina was devastating for the city, but the people and […]
I may not have a traditional backstory as a travel writer. I didn’t start traveling abroad until I reached 18 and I went on a backpacking trip through Costa Rica as a graduation present to myself, with the money I had saved from working at my local movie theater. In […]
I first visited Paxos on a day-trip from Corfu when I was just 16. I never imagined that, years later, I would return to the island on three separate occasions to spend a total amount of six weeks exploring its beautiful landscapes and the lives of the people who inhabit […]
While most famous for its religious significance to Muslims, Christians, and Jews, Israel is also home to the most important spiritual sites for another less well-known religion – Baha’i. The foundations of the Baha’i religion support the validity and truth of all other major world religions, and suggests that a […]
Many people dream of a Maui vacation. They envision luaus on the beach, ukulele lessons under palm trees, and mai tais at sunset. The price tag on that dream getaway can quickly get out of hand – but there are ways to vacation for less on Maui. You can easily […]
Ahh, Argentina, the land of beautiful people and tango, the Paris of South America. Besides the wild partying and the intellectual culture of psychoanalysis, Argentina has a lot to offer… but let’s start with what the best drinks in Argentina are! Everyone always talks about how amazing Argentinian food is, […]
