Lake Atitlan has been lauded as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world for centuries, by everyone from German naturalists like Alexander von Humboldt to English intellectualists like Aldous Huxley . It’s also been revered as a major spiritual vortex, and center for healing. In the 21st century, it is […]
Colombia is at the top of everyone’s travel bucket list these days, especially when visiting South America for the first time. Flights from North America won’t break the bank; neither will expenses while traveling within Colombia. The biggest pull to Colombia is the stunning landscapes, cities, and of course the […]
Dubrovnik was the first place I ever visited in Croatia back in 2007. I’ve since returned to the city in 2012, following a week of backpacking and island-hopping down the country’s coastline. Whilst there is easily enough to keep you occupied in Dubrovnik for a good few days, the city can […]
For a woman who typically travels solo, I often find myself surrounded by other travelers and rarely spend time alone. Quito, Ecuador was probably the first city where I was truly alone during the entire 9 months I traveled through Latin America. There’s nothing wrong with being alone, but I did […]
While it’s already been confirmed that Panama City is so much more than a Canal, the city also holds way more natural attractions than most visitors assume. So much more than malls and historic districts (though those are awesome too), Panama City is actually one of the best places in […]
After writing my non-partiers guide to Ibiza, I received a few messages from “concerned” friends. Don’t worry, I partied a little. I promised that I would also write a guide to partying and Ibiza and, well, I lied. I won’t be writing a complete guide to partying because my partying […]
After my time spent in Budapest, I’m convinced that this is the city where hipsterism was born. I arrived on one of the many Polskibus journeys that I took over a short period of time which was a bit of a love/hate relationship. I hated the fact that the bus […]
It seems to be an increasingly popular mentality among travelers to “do” as many countries as possible. Get in, see the main sights, do the main activities, get out, and get on to the next place. While it definitely makes sense to budget your time wisely, especially on a […]
With an economy once based on mining, Nevada now draws much of its income from entertainment and tourism. The state has the most hotel rooms per capita in the US, which testifies both to its popularity with visitors and the low population density that contributes to Nevada’s unspoiled natural beauty. […]
When thinking about travel in the Unites States, what major cities are the first to come to mind? Maybe you initially think of the Big Apple or the sunny Californian coast or travel from Los Angeles to Albuquerque, the largest city in the state of New Mexico. Maybe your mind […]
I’ve started taking walking/food tours in every new city I arrive in and it’s been the best decision. Unless you’re friends with a local who can show your around, signing up for tours is a great way to get the inside scoop on what to do, where to eat, and, […]
